Accelerator4Crafts Residency Programme 2026
The Tracks4Crafts project invites applications from craftspeople, creative entrepreneurs, and businesses for the‘Accelerator4Crafts Residency Programme’, a Europe-wide initiative that supports and revitalises traditional crafts by connecting local craftsmanship with contemporary markets and audiences.
Selected participants will take part in a hybrid programme that combines:
- A two-week in-person residency at a hosting pilot site
- Three online sessions: one onboarding session before arrival and two follow- up sessions afterwards.
A total of eight residency opportunities are available, which will take place between April and June 2026.
Locations are:
- Waag FutureLab (The Netherlands)
- Icelandic Textile Center (Iceland)
- Bokrijk (Belgium)
- Onl’fait (Switzerland)
- Semne Cusute (Romania)
- The Art of Silk Museum (Greece)
- MX3D (The Netherlands)
- Artex (Italy)
Eligibility
- Skilled craftspeople and artisans seeking collaborative opportunities
- Small businesses and creative entrepreneurs aiming to innovate and expand their practice
- Individuals and entities committed to sustainable and culturally significant practices in traditional or contemporary crafts.
Support
Transportation and accommodation expenses will be covered by the T4C project, up to a maximum total amount of 1,900 EUR per resident.
Accelerator4Crafts Residency Programme 2026 application guidelines
Deadline: 13 March 2026
