or


[03/28/17 - 02:16 PM]
Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman Handcraft Their Return to NBC with Six-Episode Order for "The Handmade Project"
The competition series celebrates artisanship and the makers who can create amazing things with their hands ... and a few tools too.

[via press release from NBC]

AMY POEHLER AND NICK OFFERMAN HANDCRAFT THEIR RETURN TO NBC WITH SIX-EPISODE ORDER FOR "THE HANDMADE PROJECT"

Poehler and Offerman Will Host Competition Series That Celebrates the Creativity and Artistry in All of Us

Poehler's Paper Kite Productions Will Produce in Conjunction With Universal Television Alternative Studio

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. - March 28, 2017 - NBC is getting crafty with a six-episode order for "The Handmade Project," a competition series that celebrates artisanship and the makers who can create amazing things with their hands ... and a few tools too.

The series will reunite "Parks and Recreation" stars Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. Poehler and Offerman both share a love and passion of craftsmanship, albeit from different perspectives.

"I'm thrilled to be celebrating artists who make things by hand, and I'm looking forward to finally conquering my fear of paper mache," Poehler said.

Said Offerman: "People who make things are my favorite kind of folk. Practical, clever and terrific in a pinch. That makes me tickled pink to have a front row seat at this prodigious display of talent, and admiring and cheering on an amazing crop of American makers. Plus, Amy and I have a strong tradition of tomfoolery so let's see if we don't have some good fun."

"With millions of mass-produced products, a handmade item can be the most valuable treasure one can possess because it's one of a kind and made with love," said Meredith Ahr, President, Universal Television Alternative Studio. "We are thrilled that Amy Poehler's first venture into the unscripted space is so refreshingly unexpected and original, and can't wait to see Amy and Nick back together again!"

Poehler is a self-proclaimed crafting novice who has long harbored a secret appreciation for those who can imagine and execute incredible things by hand. Offerman is a New York Times best-selling author in the woodworking space, owner of Offerman Woodshop in Los Angeles and is well known for his love for making a variety of objects with his own two hands

Each week eight of America's best all-around makers, from all walks of life, will undertake a series of projects they must complete in their own unique way with the hopes of impressing Poehler, Offerman and our expert judges. Over the course of each episode, the contestants must tackle a different theme, hand-making items in different disciplines - the difficulty of which increase as the competition unfolds. Shot in a serene outdoor setting, this friendly competition will ultimately crown a winner at the end of the six-week journey, but the series will focus on the characters and camaraderie of those who enjoy creating their own crafts, all under the comedic guidance of Poehler and Offerman.

Participants of all ages - many of whom are eager to share their craft making skills on social media - will be featured on the series with skill sets as wide-ranging as woodwork, quilting, knitting, scrapbooking, cake decorating, metal work, doll making and general crafting. Artisans and makers of any type or any creative person who loves making things by hand are welcome.

Makers who would like to compete in "The Handmade Project" can apply at handmadeprojectcasting.com.

"The Handmade Project" was co-developed by Nicolle Yaron and Poehler's Paper Kite Productions and repped by WME. It is Poehler's first venture into the alternative space. This series follows her expanded new deal with Universal Television and Universal Television Alternative Studio.

"The Handmade Project" will be executive produced by Amy Poehler, Paper Kite's Brooke Posch, Nicolle Yaron, Nick Offerman, 3 Arts' Dave Becky and Anthony Dominici. The series will be produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio and Paper Kite Productions.





  [march 2017]  
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
   


· MAKING IT (NBC)
· PARKS & RECREATION (NBC)





[10/15/25 - 11:14 AM]
"OWN For the Holidays" Returns for Its Seventh Year with Three Festive New Movies
"Fake Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "The Christmas Showdown," and "Very Merry Mystery" will premiere on successive Saturdays beginning November 29.

[10/15/25 - 11:01 AM]
Prime Video Announces New Stand-Up Comedy Special "Kathleen Madigan - The Family Thread"
The one-hour special will premiere November 21 on Prime Video.

[10/15/25 - 10:01 AM]
"His & Hers" - Official First Look & Date Announcement
From visionary filmmaker William Oldroyd, this six-episode, twisty psychological thriller is adapted from Alice Feeney's novel of the same name and stars Tessa Thompson (who also executive produces) and Jon Bernthal.

[10/15/25 - 10:01 AM]
HBO and Raw Are in Production on a Documentary Series About the Epic Release of a Famous Whale
The series, directed by Becky Read, will debut on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max.

[10/15/25 - 09:37 AM]
Viaplay November 2025 Exclusive U.S. Premieres: "Vanguard"; "Meaning of Life," Season 2; "A Life's Worth"
"Vanguard" is a five-part, award-winning drama series featuring high-stakes deals, groundbreaking innovation, and fierce family rivalries.

[10/15/25 - 09:14 AM]
MGM+ Greenlights "Bosch: Start of Watch," A New Prequel Series to the Iconic Detective Franchise
The series stars Cameron Monaghan as rookie cop Harry Bosch and Omari Hardwick as veteran officer Eli Bridges.

[10/15/25 - 09:13 AM]
"Fire and Water: Making the Avatar Films" to Premiere Exclusively on Disney+ November 7
The two-part documentary provides a fascinating glimpse into the making of the Oscar-winning box office phenomenon "Avatar: The Way of Water" and a first look at the upcoming "Avatar: Fire and Ash," features exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, concept art, and interviews with cast and filmmakers.

[10/15/25 - 09:05 AM]
Video: NBC Releases Official Season 2 Trailer for Comedy Series "St. Denis Medical"
The series returns Monday, November 3 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on NBC with back-to-back episodes and will be available to stream on Peacock.

[10/15/25 - 09:02 AM]
Sirens On: BAFTA-Winning "Blue Lights" Returns to BritBox for Explosive Third Season
Other November highlights include "Belgravia," "Friday Night Dinner," and "Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators."

[10/15/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "All's Fair" - Meet the Women of All's Fair - Hulu
Starring Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close, "All's Fair" tells the story of a team of fierce female divorce attorneys who leave a male-dominated firm to start their own.

[10/15/25 - 09:01 AM]
Video: "Tyler Perry's Finding Joy" - Official Trailer - Prime Video
Love finds you when you least expect it.

[10/15/25 - 07:47 AM]
"Being Texan" and "The State of BBQ," Two "Texas Monthly" Documentary Specials, Premiere on PBS in October
They'll debut on Friday, October 24 and October 31, respectively.

[10/15/25 - 07:31 AM]
Video: "Selling Sunset" Season 9 - Official Trailer - Netflix
The O Group agents are back for an explosive season.

[10/15/25 - 07:01 AM]
Video: "Champagne Problems" - Official Trailer - Netflix
A driven American exec heads to Paris determined to acquire a champagne brand by Christmas - and accidentally falls for the heir to the bubbly empire.

[10/14/25 - 07:00 PM]
Video: "The Dream Life of Mr. Kim" - Official Trailer - Netflix
Once fulfilled as a corporate manager, a middle-aged man embarks on a journey of self-discovery after a swift fall - relearning what brings him true joy.