A Seat at the Craft Table: A Celebration of Making and Makers

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Pull up a chair!

Join us for a morning of coffee, conversation and crafting with the Cape Town Craft Club.

A Seat at the Craft Table is all about celebrating makers — whether you’re a seasoned pro, making just for the fun of it, or dreaming of turning your passion project into something more.

Bring your current WIP and spend the day stitching, sketching or weaving, while listening to inspiring talks from some of Cape Town’s most creative minds and entrepreneurs. Between sessions, swap ideas with other crafters or get involved with one of our demonstrations. Good Hope Quilters Guild and The Quilting Co will be presenting an introduction to quilting, and fibresmith Holly Kane will be inviting attendees to use her knitting machine and chat all things yarn!

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Speakers

Danielle Clough aka Fiancé Knowles

Danielle is known for her distinct style, using the ancient art of embroidery to create vibrant, playful and modern pieces. From her pop culture portraits and floral vintage tennis racquets to her international collaborations, Danielle brings a wealth of knowledge and joy to share.

Leila Badsha of Fabricate

Fabricate’s shelves showcase the work of South African creatives, from household names to emerging talents. The Badsha sisters carefully curate the space, combining a deep understanding of the market with a keen eye for what sells and insider knowledge.

Shalain Gregson of Turkey Dimple

In the world of handmade miniatures, Shalain’s work stands out for its craftsmanship and strong branding. Her playful polymer clay jewellery is both nostalgic and current, striking a balance between following trends and maintaining a distinctive identity.

So whether you're curious about what it takes to build a successful creative career, inspired by meeting like-minded makers and seeing their work, or simply looking to spend a day making alongside others, this is your seat at the table.

What you'll get

Coffee, snacks, inspiring talks from leading creatives — plus four hours to work on your WIP

Make with mates

Everyone’s welcome, from seasoned professionals to those who haven’t picked up a crayon since junior school. Bring a friend or two!

Or come solo

Our events are friendly, welcoming spaces and a great way to meet new people. Don’t be shy about coming alone.

What to bring

A creative project you’re working on — but if you’d prefer to just listen and watch, that’s cool too! We also encourage you to wear your me-made items.

If you have any special needs or requirements, please let us know, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

See you there!

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