Follow Wise Daughters on:
Wise Daughters on Facebook Wise Daughters on Twitter Wise Daughters on Pinterest Wise Daughters on Shopcastr
Subscribe to our mailing list

I Took The Handmade Pledge

Welcome to Wise Daughters

At Wise Daughters Craft Market in the Junction, you’ll find handmade objects of desire by 75 local artisans. Visit often to see our ever-changing selection of home décor, jewellery, accessories, clothes, toys, and paper products. Wise Daughters offers old fashioned personal service - owner Mary Breen will not only help you find the perfect gift, but can tell you exactly who made it, where and how. If you're not into shopping at the mall or online, this is the place for you!

Our workshops will unleash your creativity, whether you’re a novice or seasoned crafter.

Take our virtual tour to see what Wise Daughters is all about!

SUMMER CAMPS

Check our workshop page for info about our kids' half day craft camp the week of July 22 and our grown-up craft camp the week of July 15.

Upcoming Workshops

Crochet Granny Square Boot Camp

Crochet Granny Square Boot Camp

Thursday, June 20, 2013 06:00PM - 09:00PM

The granny square is a crocheted block that can be used to make blankets, accessories, and garments. This class is perfect for the beginner crocheter who is ready to move on to reading and following crochet patterns. You will learn how to finish a square and piece squares together to create your own blanket.
$40. Please bring at least 3 balls of worsted weight yarn in three different colours and a 4-5mm crochet hook.

Price: $40.00
Saturdays in June and July.. Make & Take Crafts

Saturdays in June and July.. Make & Take Crafts

Saturday, June 22, 2013 10:00AM - 05:00PM
Saturday, June 29, 2013 10:00AM - 05:00PM
Saturday, July 6, 2013 10:00AM - 05:00PM

Join us outside under the tent to meet a local artist and make something!
All ages, drop by 10 – 5.

Pay-what-you-can ($5 donation suggested to cover supplies)

June 22 Megan Goos – silly monsters
June 29 Adrianne Kulling - magnets
July 6 People Power Press - buttons
July 13 Natasha Teoli - fabric cuffs or headbands
July 20 Jennifer Webster - fairies and superheroes
July 27 Melissa Hamel-Smith- flower hairbands

Price: $0.00
Knit, Felt and Embellish

Knit, Felt and Embellish

Thursday, June 27, 2013 07:00PM - 09:00PM

Learn or practice 3 skills as you create your own fabulous all-season purse (or glasses case, iPod case, etc.). First you'll knit from a pattern supplied by instructor Gloria Williams. Later you'll wet felt your creation using a simple hand technique, and finally you'll create a design by needle-felting using wool roving. We'll start in June then set 2 more dates that suit the group. Total instruction: 6 hours. BYO 100% wool or alpaca.

Price: $50.00
Grown-Up Craft Camp

Grown-Up Craft Camp

Monday, July 15, 2013 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Tuesday, July 16, 2013 01:00PM - 04:00PM
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 01:00PM - 04:00PM

Why should the kids have all the fun? If you’re having a staycation, why not drop in for an afternoon of crafting, restorative stretching on the mat, and tea with home baked treats? Suitable for all skill levels. All materials included.

Here’s the schedule:
Mon – knotted bead jewellery
Tues – needle felting
Wed – Japanese paper and glass tile pendants
Thurs – lino block printing
Fri – embroidery

You can register for individual sessions at $60 each (please phone to arrange), or save by booking the whole week.

Price: $250.00