Shop Makers is a movement, a celebration of local artistry and entrepreneurship.
local & handmade
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jewellery
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gifts
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candles
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art & prints
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soaps
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home decor
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stationary
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ceramics
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apparel
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local & handmade • jewellery • gifts • candles • art & prints • soaps • home decor • stationary • ceramics • apparel •
Handmade Coast to Coast
Born in Vancouver, BC, we've since expanded to bring our vision of empowering artisans to communities all over the country. With 23 locations around British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba, we allow Canadians to support Canadians no matter where they live.
$59,175,000+
Sales generated for our
Artisans to date.
23
Locations Canada-wide,
with more coming soon!
1200+
Artisans currently selling
at our locations.
our values
& mission
We empower local makers and entrepreneurs to thrive by creating accessible, profitable, and sustainable retail spaces that put community first. We exist to bridge creativity and commerce, giving makers the platform, tools, and visibility they need to turn their craft into lasting success.
Whether you are just starting out your handmade business, or whether you’ve been doing this for a decade. Shop Makers is here to help you take your business to the next level.
At Shop Makers, our artisans earn 100% of every sale they make, no cuts or commissions.
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"My jewelry and brand has reached far more people than it ever could have just selling on Etsy alone. My business has truly grown consistently and considerably ever since becoming one of the Makers."
-Michaela Schmidt, owner of Mush Creations
@mush.creations -
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"Makers has been a dream come true for me - it's given me the opportunity to share my art with so many people that I would never have reached, and in a way that is very equitable and fair. "
-Daniel Hawkins, owner of Dan Dan Doodles
@dan_dan_doodles -
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"I am so proud to have my work sold here, and it has helped me grow my business considerably. Seriously, I don’t know where you find your staff. Each location is filled with amazing people."
-Rosie, owner of Joie Designs
@joiedesigns.ca -
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"I have had an incredible experience at Makers since I moved in January 2023! The staff have been extremely friendly and helpful for my brand's growth and success. If it wasn't for Makers, I don't think I would have had the platform and success I have today."
-Julianne Nieh, owner of ggümm studio
@ggummstudio -
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"Makers has been nothing short of amazing! The staff is so helpful and kind; they truly make my experience selling in retail 10x better. :) I love seeing my pieces on shelves in stores across Canada, allowing people to shop my brand in person. I look forward to continuing to grow my business with Makers!”
-Lianne, owner of Elyse Jewelry
@shopelyse -
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"Little did I know that once I got in to Makers, I’d be saving time and making more sales than I could have ever imagined. It’s no exaggeration to say that Makers has changed my life for the better. I’m so thankful for such an accessible step into retail that has made growing my business extremely smooth. "
-Dot, owner of Busted Buttons
@bustedbutton -
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"I can't express enough how great it has been! The amazing support at each location has been very pleasant and they are always great at offering suggestions and are very accomodating. I tell every small business owner and customer that I meet about how awesome Shop Makers are"
-Francesca, owner of Sweetgrass Soaps
@sweetgrasssoap
want to be a
maker?
With a one-of-a-kind retail experience, makers is connecting communities with the best of local & handmade. 23 prime retail locations means you can get your work in front of shoppers from all across Canada.
If you’re an artisan entrepreneur who’s passionate, hard-working, and talented, you might just have what it takes to be a maker.
@shopmakers.ca
