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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Ready to Design Knitwear? 🧶

Join Barbara Kelly-Landry in this one day design workshop. Participants will learn how to make intentional design decisions, understand the relationship between materials and structure, and apply general design principles to a wide range of knitted garments.

You`ll learn how to make modifications and receive an introduction to pattern-making and design software. The workshop uses a toque-style hat in natural fibres as the foundation for exploring knitwear design.

🗓Saturday June 13, 9AM-5PM
📍The Gaelic College, 51779 Cabot Trail, St. Ann`s
💰 $60.20+ HST for members | $70 + HST for non-members

Lunch is included. To register, email jocelyn@capebreton.com
For more information visit the link in our bio or email rhonda@capebretoncraft.com

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Ready to Design Knitwear? 🧶 Join Barbara Kelly-Landry in this one day design workshop. Participants will learn how to make intentional design decisions, understand the relationship between materials and structure, and apply general design principles to a wide range of knitted garments. You'll learn how to make modifications and receive an introduction to pattern-making and design software. The workshop uses a toque-style hat in natural fibres as the foundation for exploring knitwear design. 🗓Saturday June 13, 9AM-5PM 📍The Gaelic College, 51779 Cabot Trail, St. Ann's 💰 $60.20+ HST for members | $70 + HST for non-members Lunch is included. To register, email jocelyn@capebreton.com For more information visit the link in our bio or email rhonda@capebretoncraft.com

Design your own fish tote bag this weekend! 🎨🐟

Get creative with artist Eiblin Koch’s hand-carved stamps in this fun, family-friendly workshop where you’ll create a one-of-a-kind canvas tote bag! Mix and match different fish heads, fins, scales, textures, and more as you learn textile-specific lino-printing techniques.

Perfect for all ages, this drop-in experience encourages imagination, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun.

📍 Life on a String Studio Shop, 45224 Cabot Trail, North Shore
🗓 June 6 & 7, 10 AM–4 PM

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Design your own fish tote bag this weekend! 🎨🐟 Get creative with artist Eiblin Koch’s hand-carved stamps in this fun, family-friendly workshop where you’ll create a one-of-a-kind canvas tote bag! Mix and match different fish heads, fins, scales, textures, and more as you learn textile-specific lino-printing techniques. Perfect for all ages, this drop-in experience encourages imagination, experimentation, and a whole lot of fun. 📍 Life on a String Studio Shop, 45224 Cabot Trail, North Shore 🗓 June 6 & 7, 10 AM–4 PM

Drop by the Centre today from 1PM-4PM and experience the artistry and tradition of Mi`kmaq basketry with artisan Maglit Pelletier🧺

This live demonstration offers a closer look at the techniques, materials, and cultural knowledge woven into this enduring craft practice, while celebrating the skill and story telling at the heart of Mi`kmaq basket making❤

#CBCraftWeek2026

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Drop by the Centre today from 1PM-4PM and experience the artistry and tradition of Mi'kmaq basketry with artisan Maglit Pelletier🧺 This live demonstration offers a closer look at the techniques, materials, and cultural knowledge woven into this enduring craft practice, while celebrating the skill and story telling at the heart of Mi'kmaq basket making❤ #CBCraftWeek2026

Love @larchwoodcanada cutting boards? You won`t want to miss this behind the scenes tour to see how they`re made! 🤗

Join us on Friday, June 5 at 10AM for a factory tour in Margaree. Learn about the company’s roots, meet the skilled artisans behind the work, and explore the tools, techniques, and traditions of fine woodworking 🪵

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Love @larchwoodcanada cutting boards? You won't want to miss this behind the scenes tour to see how they're made! 🤗 Join us on Friday, June 5 at 10AM for a factory tour in Margaree. Learn about the company’s roots, meet the skilled artisans behind the work, and explore the tools, techniques, and traditions of fine woodworking 🪵

Drop by the Jewellery Studio today at 1PM and see members of the Metal Arts Guild of Nova Scotia - Cape Breton chapter sharing their process and showcasing the work that’s been keeping their hands busy and imaginations sparked! 💥💍✨

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Drop by the Jewellery Studio today at 1PM and see members of the Metal Arts Guild of Nova Scotia - Cape Breton chapter sharing their process and showcasing the work that’s been keeping their hands busy and imaginations sparked! 💥💍✨

Get ready for a live pottery throw down happening on Sunday, June 7 on the North Shore! 🎉

Watch as talented Cape Breton potters go head-to-head at the wheel, showcasing incredible skill, speed, and creativity in a fast-paced, entertaining demonstration of wheel-thrown ceramics 🏺

This is a fun, family-friendly chance to experience the excitement of making in real time and cheer on the artists 🥳

We hope to see you there! ❤️

▫️Sunday, June 7, 1-3PM
📍North Shore & District Fire Hall, 46177 Cabot Trail, Indian Brook

#CBCraftWeek2026

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Get ready for a live pottery throw down happening on Sunday, June 7 on the North Shore! 🎉 Watch as talented Cape Breton potters go head-to-head at the wheel, showcasing incredible skill, speed, and creativity in a fast-paced, entertaining demonstration of wheel-thrown ceramics 🏺 This is a fun, family-friendly chance to experience the excitement of making in real time and cheer on the artists 🥳 We hope to see you there! ❤️ ▫️Sunday, June 7, 1-3PM 📍North Shore & District Fire Hall, 46177 Cabot Trail, Indian Brook #CBCraftWeek2026

Today at 5PM 🎙✨ We can`t wait for this engaging conversation with professional artists, @mircrabtree & @kristifarrier. If you`re looking to learn more about our experiential residency program, be sure to stop by! #CBCraftWeek2026

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Today at 5PM 🎙✨ We can't wait for this engaging conversation with professional artists, @mircrabtree & @kristifarrier. If you're looking to learn more about our experiential residency program, be sure to stop by! #CBCraftWeek2026

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