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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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Looking for a Valentine’s Day date that’s a little different? 💘 Get your hands dirty (together!) at our Valentine’s Day handbuilding mug workshop for two.
Spend the afternoon with your sweetheart shaping clay, sharing laughs, and creating a pair of handmade mugs you’ll cherish long after the chocolates are gone. No experience needed!
🗓 Saturday, February 14, 2026, 11AM – 2PM
🩷$90 +hst per couple
As a special Valentine`s treat, participants will be entered to win a $50 Centre gift certificate.
For all the details, visit the link in our bio 🔗
Finished pieces will be ready in 2-4 weeks. Sign up by emailing tammy@capebretoncraft.com today 💌
The perfect Valentine`s Day earrings by @jacoutoftheboxjewelry ❣️
Delicate and full of charm, these earrings make a thoughtful Valentine’s gift (self-love encouraged)! 🥰
Valentine`s Day is this Saturday! Looking for something sweet, unique, and handmade for your special someone (or just for yourself 😉)?
Our Gallery Shop is filled with handmade treasures that say I ❤️ you in the most creative ways. Stop by and find the perfect gift before the big day!
We`re open Monday through Saturday, 10AM-4PM 🌸✨
Hooked on love 🪡🩵
Celebrate love with a cozy, handcrafted touch this Valentine’s Day!
▫️Love rug hooked mat by Paula Davis, The Loop Maker
Little hearts, big love 💖
Handmade with care by Alison Hood and ready for Valentine’s Day – find these cuties in the Gallery Shop today until 4PM 🥰
@downtownsydney is stacked with culture tonight ✨
If you’re looking for something fun to do, this is your sign ⬇️
🧶 4-5PM The Craft of Whitney Ave zine launch by @al_in_the_making at @doktorlukes
🖼️ 5:30PM SHIFT Canada opening reception here at @capebretoncraft
🎭 7:30PM Cape Breton for Dummies at @highlandartstheatreofficial
Support local art, theatre, and creativity – and make a whole evening of it 🥰
There’s something magical about Fair Isle knitting – join us in our upcoming two-week class and learn the basics! 💫
Over the course of two Thursdays, you’ll learn how to choose colours that work well together, read Fair Isle charts, carry multiple yarns neatly along the back of your work, and finish your piece with confidence. Students must already know how to knit.
🗓 February 12 & 19, 2026
⏰ 6:30–8:30 pm
👩🏫 Instructor: Alison Hood
💲 $28 +hst (members) | $31.92 +hst (non-members)
Email tammy@capebretoncraft.com to sign up today 💌
The Downeast Rug Hookers are looking for new members! 🪡🧶
Interested in rug hooking? Come see what it’s all about! The group meets every Wednesday from 10AM – 2PM here at the Centre in Sydney.
It’s a welcoming, social space to hook, share ideas, and connect with fellow makers – all experience levels are welcome! 💬✨
Drop by and see what they’re working on! For more information, contact Cathy at 902-564-9404 or sydneycat.cat@gmail.com 💌
▫ wall hanging by Downeast Rug Hooker Member, Donna MacRury