Donations accepted
Skilled artisan and third-generation rug hooker, Annette Porier, will talk about the history of this time-honoured craft while demonstrating and teaching techniques to those participating. No reservations required, join in at 1:00 pm.
A handmade quilt is on the frame, and this is your chance to try your stitching, learn how it is done, or just put a few stitches in for us. No fee, donations accepted. No registration required, just drop in.
Weaving is acknowledged as one of the oldest surviving crafts in the world. The art of hand weaving is alive in Cape Breton. Each year new students come to learn this ancient craft. Come and try. your hand at throwing a shuttle. No fee, donations accepted. No reservations required, just drop by!
A unique showcase of local arts and crafts for your viewing pleasure and available for purchase. Everyone welcome. No registration required, just drop in! Coinciding with the exhibition is a variety of other activities which exemplify the diverse cultural skills of the are, including. workshops, demonstrations in many of the fibre crafts, painting and drawing…