Colour Prince Edward Island
Colouring is becoming a serious pasttime for all ages. Increasingly, studies have shown that the health benefits to colouring appear to be as good as the benefits of meditation. In a unique, easy-to-pack,… Read More
CRAFTS & HOBBIES
L’histoire des tapis «hookés» de Chéticamp
An esteemed Canadian folklorist, Father Anselme Chiasson’s award-winning books include the songs, tales and history of the Acadians of Cape Breton and the Magdalen… Read More
Maud Lewis Activity and Colouring Book
Newly published by the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the Maud Lewis Colouring & Activity Book featuring pictures to colour, crosswords, word searches, connectthe-dot, and other activities. Inspired by the artwork of… Read More
Saltwater Gifts from the Island of Newfoundland
Knitted gifts are treasured in Newfoundland, whatever the season. Designs unique to this storied island are made to keep loved ones warm all year long—even during early summer when icebergs… Read More
Saltwater Mittens from the Island of Newfoundland
Winner of the 2019 Atlantic Book Awards in the Best Atlantic-Published Book… Read More
Saltwater Socks from the Island of Newfoundland
With Saltwater Socks, fourth in the Saltwater Knits series, readers discover Newfoundland’s traditional knitting patterns, while highlighting the island’s culture through innovative photography, anecdotes, and… Read More
The Crochet Crowd
As a solitary young boy, Michael Sellick took refuge in the art of crocheting. As an adult, that refuge would grow into a… Read More
The Garrett Bluenose Patterns
A colourful, photo-filled history of Nova Scotia’s iconic Bluenose hooked-rug patterns, featuring step-by-step instructions for aspiring rug-hookers. In 1892, John E…. Read More
The Quilted Stash
As the snow disappears and patches of land are revealed in spring, you might hear someone in Newfoundland and Labrador say: “The land is quilting.” But Mother Nature isn’t the… Read More
The Story of the Hooked Rugs of Cheticamp
This delightful book is filled with rare historic black-and-white photos and a 16-page section of full-colour pictures of hooked rugs. It tells the story of a living folk craft that… Read More
What Once Was Lost
Author Frank Smith exposes the rich history of blacksmithing in Nova Scotia, explores the subsequent emerging art form and provides a resource of practicing artisans’… Read More
