A $46,000 funding cut threatens the programs, artists, and creative opportunities that have defined Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design for over 50 years – help us close the gap by joining the 460 Club.
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Your membership not only keeps you informed about what is happening in the field of craft and design in Cape Breton, but it also provides you with preferential rates for classes and workshops as well as advanced registration. Go
What better way to learn about Cape Breton than through the lives and work of its artisans. Our Artisan Trail Map will set you on a trail of discovery and beauty with good measures of culture, history, adventure and charm. Go
This suite of online courses assists Makers in the development of their craft businesses. These courses are all self-paced, meaning you can learn on your own schedule!
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For the moms who make life beautiful 💖
Celebrate them with something handmade that`s just as special. The Gallery Shop is open until 4PM today 💐
Congratulations to this week`s Home of Our Hearts Lottery - Triage: Chez nous, au coeur de nos arts winner, Jane MacNeil! 🥳
Jane, and her adorable sidekick Irish, are celebrating a win of $1,400, taking home half of this week’s jackpot! 🎉
The other half goes right back into supporting arts and cultural organizations across the community, helping make creative programs, workshops, and events possible ❤️🎨
Jane is being presented her cheque by ChiChi Egereonu, our Marketing and Sales Assistant here at the Centre 🥰
Tickets for the next draw are now available, visit the link in our bio to grab yours!
Mom’s the ewe-niverse this Mother’s Day 🐑✨
Pair a cozy felted friend by Caroline Baxendale with a candle by @cedarandclovecandleco made for slowing down 💛
Gallery Shop hours until Mother`s Day:
▫Thursday, May 7th 10AM-4PM
▫Friday, May 8th 10AM-4PM
▫Saturday, May 9th 10AM-4PM
Register now for our De-Stash Sale happening this June!🪡🧶🎨✂️🧵
If your studio shelves are getting a little too full, this is your sign ✨
We’re inviting makers and craft producers to take part in our upcoming De-Stash Sale on Sunday, June 7 from 10 AM–2 PM in the Centre`s multi-purpose room. It`s a perfect opportunity to clear out extra materials, tools, overstock, and equipment (no finished products) while connecting with fellow makers.
Tables are just a $20 refundable cash deposit, and you’re welcome to share a space with a friend to make the most of it. Spaces are limited – first come, first served, so if you’ve been meaning to lighten your stash and pass along supplies to a new home, now’s the time.
Email Joan MacKenzie at needleitstudio@gmail.com to sign up or for more information!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the 460 Club so far 🩷
Together, you’re helping bridge a critical $46,000 funding gap and making a real difference for local artists and makers.
We’re proud to recognize our growing list of supporters. Take a moment to see the names of those who’ve already said “I’m in” (link in bio) 🔗
Join the club today! 🥰
▫️@kristifarrier, Flying Finch Studio
Feeling lucky? 🍀 Snag your raffle tickets at the link in our bio!
A chance to win AND support the local arts scene? We call that a masterpiece 🎨
Our next 50/50 draw is this Thursday, May 7th 🎟️
Calling all Unama`ki Cape Breton makers – get your product assessment application in by May 15th! 🪡🧶💫
This process is designed to help craftspeople improve the quality of their craft and marketability should they wish to sell their work in different settings. The assessment is performed by a carefully selected committee of qualified craft makers and craft sector professionals. ❤
If you`d like to sell in our Gallery Shop one day, you must apply to product assessment! For more information visit the link in our bio 🔗
Friendly reminder: Mother`s Day is this Sunday and we have so many things she`ll love 💜🌸
Everything is handmade by Cape Breton artisans, as always. Show your love, buy local 🫶
