Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

15% Member Discount

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

Courses

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design has five state-of-the-art studios in clay, metal and glass, weaving, printmaking and multi-purpose where courses are offered to the public in spring, fall and winter semesters. Go

Artisan Trail Map

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

Forms

Find all the information you need to know about our product assessment process, becoming a member or hosting an exhibition at Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design. Go

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Creative Entrepreneurship Online Learning

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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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Centre! 🧡

We’re so grateful for our vibrant community of artists, makers, and supporters who help creativity thrive year-round. The Gallery Shop is open today from 10–4. 🍁🎃✨

🔸 needle felted pumpkins by @rbtwig

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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Centre! 🧡 We’re so grateful for our vibrant community of artists, makers, and supporters who help creativity thrive year-round. The Gallery Shop is open today from 10–4. 🍁🎃✨ 🔸 needle felted pumpkins by @rbtwig

A cozy fall day made for wandering @downtownsydney with colourful leaves, local shops, and plenty to see! 🍂✨

Take a stroll, soak in the autumn vibes, and don’t forget to pop by the Gallery Shop for a little handmade inspiration. ❤️

We`re here until 4PM 🥰

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A cozy fall day made for wandering @downtownsydney with colourful leaves, local shops, and plenty to see! 🍂✨ Take a stroll, soak in the autumn vibes, and don’t forget to pop by the Gallery Shop for a little handmade inspiration. ❤️ We're here until 4PM 🥰

Blown glass pumpkins = no carving required 🎃✨

We have a variety of these beauties by @glassartisans in various sizes and colours available in the Gallery Shop – get your autumn magic today 💫

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Blown glass pumpkins = no carving required 🎃✨ We have a variety of these beauties by @glassartisans in various sizes and colours available in the Gallery Shop – get your autumn magic today 💫

Join us for an open studio day with artist in residence, Shauna MacLeod! 🩵

Step inside Shauna’s creative space in Cape Breton Highlands National Park and see her artistic process up close. Discover the inspiration behind her stunning work and enjoy an afternoon of connection and creativity. 🌿

📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕑 2:00–3:30 p.m.
📍 38 Franey Road, Ingonish

Open to everyone, drop in and be inspired! ✨

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Join us for an open studio day with artist in residence, Shauna MacLeod! 🩵 Step inside Shauna’s creative space in Cape Breton Highlands National Park and see her artistic process up close. Discover the inspiration behind her stunning work and enjoy an afternoon of connection and creativity. 🌿 📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025 🕑 2:00–3:30 p.m. 📍 38 Franey Road, Ingonish Open to everyone, drop in and be inspired! ✨

Bring a piece of autumn home 🍁 with one of these lovely leaf rug hookings by Betty Paruch 😍

Hands up if you`re excited for peak autumn colours this week! 🙌🍂

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Bring a piece of autumn home 🍁 with one of these lovely leaf rug hookings by Betty Paruch 😍 Hands up if you're excited for peak autumn colours this week! 🙌🍂

🍂 Today! 🍂 Join us in Ingonish at @periwinklecafe at 4PM 🙌 to welcome @blackcrowpottery to Cape Breton Highlands National Park 🌲

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🍂 Today! 🍂 Join us in Ingonish at @periwinklecafe at 4PM 🙌 to welcome @blackcrowpottery to Cape Breton Highlands National Park 🌲

We`re fully stocked with @groovygoatsoap`s autumn scents! 🍎🍂🍯

Load up on all the most delicious smells this fall that`ll leave your skin feeling oh so smooth 🔥

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We're fully stocked with @groovygoatsoap's autumn scents! 🍎🍂🍯 Load up on all the most delicious smells this fall that'll leave your skin feeling oh so smooth 🔥

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