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 🥰

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! ✨

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 🌲

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 🔥

✨ Introducing Merrideth MacDonald, Craft Retail Gallery Supervisor ✨

Join us in welcoming Merrideth full-time to the team at Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design! 🎉

Merrideth has been involved in Cape Breton`s craft sector for almost 30 years. Working for multiple shop owners and makers on the island, she is familiar with many of the established and upcoming artisans and is always looking forward to seeing what people are creating. She loves being able to share her knowledge of Cape Breton artists with the public and takes great pride in living and working on this creative island. 🌊🧵🎨

Outside of her gallery position, she has a studio locally where she makes her collage pieces and works on other artistic and educational projects. As a former school library technician and pack rat, her space is filled with old books and magazines and found objects destined for future creative use. In her life outside of work and studio, you`ll find her volunteering and fostering at the animal shelter. 📚 🐾🐕

We’re thrilled to have Merrideth’s expertise, passion, and deep connections to Cape Breton’s craft community as part of our team! 💙🙌

Contact Merrideth anytime!
💌 merrideth@capebretoncraft.com
📞 902-270-7491