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 Tuesday 🌷 

Today we're welcoming all the spring feelings into the Gallery Shop with the newest arrival 'Old Dutch Window' by Satu Kimbley 🥰

See it in all its beauty today until 4PM!
Unama'ki Cape Breton Craft Week kicks off in just one week! 🔥

From June 1–7, communities across the island will come alive with workshops, exhibitions, artist talks, demonstrations and studio experiences.

Presented by @capebretonbeverages, Craft Week celebrates the incredible makers, traditions, and contemporary craft practices that make this island so unique. Best of all, events are free!

View the full event schedule, the link's in our bio 🔗  sign up for a workshop today!
See everyday discards in a whole new light ✨

This hands-on workshop invites you transform recycled materials into beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces. Whether you're a seasoned maker or a curious first timer, you'll leave with fresh creative techniques and a unique piece made by you ❣💎

🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 4:30-7:30PM
📍Glace Bay Public Library

Email chichi@capebretoncraft.com to register💌
Dreamy and mysterious on this Friday eve 🍃

▫Memories of a Tree, fabric collage by @kristifarrier
Step outside, slow down, and create surrounded by the natural beauty of the Skye River Trail in We'koqma'q 🎨🌿

Join us for a plein air painting experience where artists and beginners alike are invited to explore creativity in the open air with artists, @baileehigginsart and @avantstorm  Capture the landscape, connect with community, and enjoy a relaxing day inspired by nature.

Spaces are limited, email chichi@capebretoncraft.com to sign up 💌

Part of the inaugural Unama’ki Cape Breton Craft Week, happening June 1–7, 2026 ✨

For all the details, visit the Craft Week link in our bio 🔗
Join us for the opening of the Earring Show on Monday, June 1st at 5PM here at the Centre! 👂✨ 

Come celebrate the incredible creativity in this retail show featuring work by 27 Atlantic Canadian artists. 

Browse bold, playful and elegant handcrafted designs while connecting with local artists and fellow craft lovers during the kickoff to Unama’ki Cape Breton Craft Week.

Free to attend, refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome! 💙💗
Some new favourites have arrived! Check out these block printed napkins by @eiblinkoch 🦞🛥

The Gallery Shop is open:
▫️Thursdays & Fridays 10AM-6PM 
▫️Saturdays 10AM-4PM
▫️Monday through Wednesday 10AM-4PM 

See you soon! 🥰
Join us for a colourful and cozy 2D Felting Workshop for Kids (ages 8+) where young makers will learn the basics of needle felting and create their very own wool masterpiece to take home! 🎨🧶

This hands-on workshop is a great introduction to fibre art and encourages creativity, imagination, and fun with texture and colour. No experience needed and all materials are provided in this free workshop, part of Craft Week 2026!

🔹 Tuesday, June 2, 3-5PM 

Email chichi@capebretoncraft.com to register your child today 💌

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