Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

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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

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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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✨ Make your own bangle with the lovely Lynda Lou this Saturday ✨

Join us for a hands-on bangle workshop and spend the day crafting something you’ll actually wear (and brag about a little 😉).

In this 5-hour introductory workshop, you`ll learn the process of creating your very own handmade silver bangle or cuff, from shaping and forming to soldering and polishing. You’ll learn the essential jewellery techniques while adding your own personal style to the final piece.

All basic materials are included (up to 10g), with the option to purchase more if you’re feeling bold and want to go chunkier 💥

🗓 Saturday, April 25, 10AM – 3PM
💲 $110 +hst (members) | $125.40 +hst (non-members)

Register now by emailing jocelyn@capebretoncraft.com 💌

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✨ Make your own bangle with the lovely Lynda Lou this Saturday ✨ Join us for a hands-on bangle workshop and spend the day crafting something you’ll actually wear (and brag about a little 😉). In this 5-hour introductory workshop, you'll learn the process of creating your very own handmade silver bangle or cuff, from shaping and forming to soldering and polishing. You’ll learn the essential jewellery techniques while adding your own personal style to the final piece. All basic materials are included (up to 10g), with the option to purchase more if you’re feeling bold and want to go chunkier 💥 🗓 Saturday, April 25, 10AM – 3PM 💲 $110 +hst (members) | $125.40 +hst (non-members) Register now by emailing jocelyn@capebretoncraft.com 💌

Spring mood: activated 🌷

And the Gallery Shop is very much keeping up with the energy ✨

▫️hand dyed fabric and free motion machine stitch by @kristifarrier
▫️original oil paintings by @brycen.boland.art

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Spring mood: activated 🌷 And the Gallery Shop is very much keeping up with the energy ✨ ▫️hand dyed fabric and free motion machine stitch by @kristifarrier ▫️original oil paintings by @brycen.boland.art

From the jewellery studio to the 460 Club ✨

Lynda Lou MacIntyre is one of the 460 – showing up for local arts in a real, tangible way. Because behind every piece made here is a space that needs support to keep going.

Be part of the story. 460 people × $100 = $46,000

Donate today, link in bio 💖

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From the jewellery studio to the 460 Club ✨ Lynda Lou MacIntyre is one of the 460 – showing up for local arts in a real, tangible way. Because behind every piece made here is a space that needs support to keep going. Be part of the story. 460 people × $100 = $46,000 Donate today, link in bio 💖

Is it finally starting to feel like spring out there?! 🌞🌼

If you`re out and about in @downtownsydney, it`s a lovely day to swing by the Gallery Shop and check out what`s new – we`re here until 4PM ❣️

▫wildflowers on wood by Mira Artisan Glass Studio

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Is it finally starting to feel like spring out there?! 🌞🌼 If you're out and about in @downtownsydney, it's a lovely day to swing by the Gallery Shop and check out what's new – we're here until 4PM ❣️ ▫wildflowers on wood by Mira Artisan Glass Studio

Last week, artist in residence Lisa Meecham (@woolly_good_hooking) wrapped up her month long residency at the Centre 🧶

Lisa is a true gem and we enjoyed having her and Marty with us every day so much! 🐶

From everyone here at the Centre, we wish Lisa all the best in her next adventure and hope to see her back again real soon! 🫶💖

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Last week, artist in residence Lisa Meecham (@woolly_good_hooking) wrapped up her month long residency at the Centre 🧶 Lisa is a true gem and we enjoyed having her and Marty with us every day so much! 🐶 From everyone here at the Centre, we wish Lisa all the best in her next adventure and hope to see her back again real soon! 🫶💖

Calling all cat lovers – this class is for you! 😻

Over two relaxed Tuesday nights, you’ll sculpt your own whimsical ceramic cat using beginner-friendly hand-building techniques, no wheel required. From shaping and detailing to adding personality and charm, this class is all about slowing down and letting your imagination take the lead.

All materials included: clay, glazes, firings, and full use of studio tools. Just bring your imagination and have fun ✨

📅 Tuesday, May 5 & 12, 6-9PM
💰$63 +hst (members) | $71.82 +hst (non-members)

To sign up, email jocelyn@capebretoncraft.com 💌

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Calling all cat lovers – this class is for you! 😻 Over two relaxed Tuesday nights, you’ll sculpt your own whimsical ceramic cat using beginner-friendly hand-building techniques, no wheel required. From shaping and detailing to adding personality and charm, this class is all about slowing down and letting your imagination take the lead. All materials included: clay, glazes, firings, and full use of studio tools. Just bring your imagination and have fun ✨ 📅 Tuesday, May 5 & 12, 6-9PM 💰$63 +hst (members) | $71.82 +hst (non-members) To sign up, email jocelyn@capebretoncraft.com 💌

We`re hiring! Looking for a creative summer job? We’ve got you ☀️

Spend your summer surrounded by incredible local art, hands-on creativity, and a whole lot of community spirit right here in Unama’ki Cape Breton.

Apply now for:
▫️Gallery Assistant
▫️Office Assistant

Apply by May 1st 🌼

Find all the details at the link in our bio 🔗

Tag someone who should spend their summer getting creative 👇

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We're hiring! Looking for a creative summer job? We’ve got you ☀️ Spend your summer surrounded by incredible local art, hands-on creativity, and a whole lot of community spirit right here in Unama’ki Cape Breton. Apply now for: ▫️Gallery Assistant ▫️Office Assistant Apply by May 1st 🌼 Find all the details at the link in our bio 🔗 Tag someone who should spend their summer getting creative 👇

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