We’re delighted to welcome From the Hedge, an Ingonish based herbal tea line handcrafted by Wendy MacKinnon, to the Gallery Shop! 🫖

Inspired by the land around her, Wendy creates therapeutic tea blends rooted in self-care, wellness, and a deep respect for nature. Each blend is thoughtfully formulated, with botanicals chosen to work synergistically, bringing together both traditional herbal knowledge and lived experience. 💛

From wildcrafting to tending her own herb garden, Wendy pours her love of the land into every bag, offering a little piece of Cape Breton Island in each cup 🍵🌿

Sign up today – hand building with clay for youth (ages 7+)🏺🎨

Let your child’s creativity take shape this winter! This fun and engaging 4-week introductory clay class introduces young makers to the magic of hand-building. Students will explore pinching, coil, and slab techniques while creating imaginative and functional pottery they’ll be proud to take home.

📅 Dates: Wednesdays, Jan 28 – Feb 18, 6-8PM
💰 $85.80 (members) | $97.81 (non-members)

To register your child, email tammy@capebretoncraft.com 💌

For all the details, visit the winter courses link in our bio 🔗

Today we`re admiring `Shifting Sea Ice` original acrylic by Celeste Friesen 🌊❄️

Layered textures and cool tones capture the quiet movement and tension of changing waters, a powerful reflection on the beauty and fragility of the natural world. 🌎

See it today in the Gallery Shop, we`re here until 4PM!

❄ Update: the Centre will remain closed for the rest of the day ❄️

Due to today`s weather conditions, the Centre and Gallery Shop will be closed this morning and we will reevaluate at 11AM 🌨

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, January 27 & February 3, 6-9PM
💰$63 +hst (members) | $71.82 +hst (non-members)

To sign up, email tammy@capebretoncraft.com 💌

Join us for our introductory to intermediate embroidery class! 🧵✨

Over four weeks, you’ll develop foundational stitches, learn new approaches, and leave with the confidence to carry your embroidery practice forward. Whether you’re picking up a needle for the first time or looking to strengthen your skills, this workshop offers space to learn, experiment, and enjoy the process alongside fellow makers and instructor, Harpreet Kaur.

📅 Mondays, January 26 – March 23, 11AM-2PM

For all the details, visit the course link in our bio 🔗

Email tammy@capebretoncraft.com to register today! 💌

TGIF! Start your weekend with a little inspiration. 🌿

This beautiful work by @fusedglassbybrentharding is just one of many pieces of fine craft waiting to be discovered in our Gallery Shop.

From glass and ceramics to textiles and more, there’s always something special to catch your eye. Swing by and take your time browsing – you never know what you’ll fall in love with. ❤️

🧶 Calling All Intermediate Knitters! 🧶

Ready to take your knitting skills to the next level? Join us for Successfully Navigating a Knitting Project, a 4-week intermediate level course designed to boost your confidence and help you actually finish those projects on your to-do list!

What you’ll learn:
▫️How to read and follow knitting patterns with ease
▫️Tips for choosing the right materials
▫️Strategies to tackle common knitting challenges

📅 When: Tuesdays, January 27 – February 17, 6:30pm-8:30pm
🧵 Instructor: Alison Hood
💵 Fee: $50 (+hst for members) / $57 (+hst for non-members)

For all the details and to register, email: tammy@capebretoncraft.com 💌