Cortes Craft Shop Co-op

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Cortes Craft Shop Co-op

Gifts and treasures by local artists and artisans. Welcome!

We are now open every day 11am-4pm in Squirrel Cove beside the general store, all through July+August, until Sept 10, 2026.

03/08/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Rod Lee - Woodwork..
"I was in the lumber business most of my life, and when I retired to Cortes I continued my passion for wood by creating bird houses, multi use boxes and tables out of Western Red Cedar sourced from small sawmills on the island. The various pieces are from offcuts which I rework to find usable pieces of wood to make into my creations. I have made many commission pieces and am open to inquiries."

[email protected]..
MEET THE MAKER: Rod has already worked his Craft Shop days for the season, some of the busiest to date! You can meet him in person at the Friday Market in Manson's Hall or Saturday Market at the Gorge Marina.

And of course Rod has a wonderful display of birdhouses, storage boxes, trays, tablet and smartphone holders and more at the Craft Shop Co-op in Squirrel Cove.
We are open 11am-4pm daily through September 10, 2026..

31/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Maureen Bader..
Maureen Bader is a self-taught artist who has painted for more than 20 years. Maureen paints in a contemporary representational style with a focus on wildlife and west coast themes, expressive color and a contemplative feel.

For Maureen, painting is a way of communicating her response to the perceptual moment, not simply of seen shapes and colors, but to what draws her to the scene.

"To paint is to communicate emotions. To have my art touch the core of my work’s viewers means I have conveyed an emotion suggesting the human condition, and in doing so have succeeded as an artist."

Maureen's painting, "Dance to the Sea," was a recent finalist in an art competition https://faso.com/boldbrush/winner/428479

Find out more at www.maureenbader.com..
MEET THE MAKER: Maureen will be in the Craft Shop Co-op on July 31 | Aug 7+28
We are open 11am-4pm daily through September 10, 2026..

30/07/2026

We have so much ocean-inspired art in our little shop this year! 🌊
Island living will do that... 😆 visit us in Squirrel Cove 7 days a week, 11am-4pm.
100% local handmade with love on Cortes Island, BC..

28/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Jan Boas of Bay House Designs..
"I became a fiber artist later in life. In grade seven I had a sewing teacher who did more discouraging than encouraging. I decided right then and there sewing was not for me. Fast forward to 26 years, when we bought our home in Whaletown. It needed curtains, pillows etc so I bought my first sewing machine and decided to teach myself. I made my first quilt about 25 years ago and have made many quilts for friends over the years.

I have a love of colour and fabrics that get my imagination going. I enjoy dying my own fabric when I have time. I joined the Cortes Craft shop 20 years ago making napkins, placemats and bags for the shop. I have also done some commission pieces.

When I’m not hiking or kayaking with my husband, dogs and friends, you will find me in my studio surrounded by colorful fabric."

Fabric Art by Jan Boas
[email protected]..
MEET THE MAKER: Jan is our member co-ordinator and works behind the scenes training, problem solving and keeping the shop running smoothly. For any local makers out there interested in joining the co-op, contact Jan via [email protected]..

25/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Nora Disney - Fused Glass, Soap, Candles, Beauty products, Macrame..
"I started out with woodworking. One Christmas years ago I was given a scrollsaw and I was hooked. I haven't stopped creating and mastering new mediums since. I went on to soap making, creating candles, and have been perfecting my soaps & lotions for more than 10 years."..
MEET THE MAKER: Nora will be in the Craft Shop Co-op on July 25 | Aug 16.
She is also our amazing bookkeeper and all things financial...

23/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Loretta of Tennant Farms Bunkie Studio
We're thrilled to have Loretta join the Co-op this year!..
"Love of Fibre and colour has led me to spinning, yarn, knitting and weaving. I enjoy creating unique fabric on my loom incorporating much of my handspun yarn. I use simple clothing, designs, and accessories allowing the colour and the texture of the hand woven to shine."..
MEET THE MAKER: Loretta's husband Don will be in the Craft Shop Co-op on July 23 | Aug 22 | Sept 6 + 10..

20/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: .pirate
We're thrilled to have Emmanuel join the Co-op this year!..
Emmanuel got started with leatherwork through punk rock, and began hammering metal after buying a forge on whim. He is a merchant mariner from Newfoundland and spent 7 years going around the world. Many of his rope and iron creations are made with boat life in mind.

Fate brought him to Cortes, where he continues working with materials that will beat the test of time..
MEET THE MAKER: Emmanuel will be in the Craft Shop on July 20+30 | Aug 17..

19/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Meredith Bill of Bareroot ..
Bareroots creations stem from the inspiration of raw materials found in nature and on farms. From hide tanning, basket weaving, and botanical skincare, each creation is unique and made slowly with intention.

My passion for craft started with my first travels ten years ago, as a way to keep my hands busy while exploring new places. Since 2023, my work has taken on a bigger role in my life when I moved to a remote, boat-access-only island where I can expand my creativity away from the distractions of the world...
MEET THE MAKER: Meredith will be in the Craft Shop Co-op on July 19 | Aug 29+30..

17/07/2026

ARTIST FEATURE: Rik of Hilltop Farm Crafts..
Knit and felted Oven Mitts, Baby Booties, Winter Mitts, Tea Cosies,
Goat Milk Soap and Photography.

"I am happiest when I can create something with my hands, whether working in the garden or making crafts with natural materials.

Ever since I was a little kid and could hold knitting needles, I loved knitting. So a lot of my creations are knitted.

I also like to explore and try out new things."
Rik Ochsenbein
[email protected]..
MEET THE MAKER: Rik will be in the Craft Shop Co-op on July 17+24 ..

Address

1611 Forrest Road

V0P1T0

Opening Hours

Monday	11:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	11:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	11:00 - 16:00
Thursday	11:00 - 16:00
Friday	11:00 - 16:00
Saturday	11:00 - 16:00
Sunday	11:00 - 16:00

Website

http://cortescrafts.ca/

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