About Us
The Coop
Circle Craft is a unique BC Artist Cooperative dedicated to providing opportunities for craftspeople to connect with the community. Formed in 1972, Circle Craft has grown to become a major force in the marketing and promotion of quality craft utilizing a ‘direct from the artist’ approach. Built on a reputation for integrity and quality, both our annual Christmas Market and the shop and gallery on Granville Island are Vancouver traditions for locals and visitors alike and encompass a wide variety of media and design styles. Circle Craft is self-sustaining and is supported by commission on sales and participation fees.
Our 1994 mission statement reflects the aims of our founding members: “to promote the development, recognition and success of members and their work.” We are proud of our achievement in fulfilling our mission: Circle Craft is one of the most successful organizations of its kind in North America.
The Store
Located on Granville Island in the Net Loft, Circle Craft Co-operative features the work of over 150 of the craftspeople from across British Columbia. As Canada’s most successful craft co-operative, Circle Craft has been a major force in promoting the work of craftspeople in British Columbia since 1972. For every season of giving, our store features a wide selection of contemporary and traditional craft in clay, glass, fibre, wood, metal and mixed media and our gallery hosts monthly exhibitions.
We ship worldwide.
Circle Craft's shop & Gallery is open 7 days a week from 10am -7pm April - December and
April - December and 10am - 6pm January-March
Please contact store at info @ circlecraft . net for corporate gifts sales.
The Gallery
The Gallery is located inside the store on Granville Island. Please check out the gallery blog for notice of upcoming exhibitions.
Member Artist Pop-ups
Our Pop-ups will be back in the winter. Stay tuned!
Artist Residency
This October, Circle Craft welcomes Andrea Copp for a month-long residency. Working with clay, porcelain, metals, glass, and found objects, her practice explores the balance between fragility and permanence, rawness and refinement.
Inspired by natural patterns and architectural forms—from spirals in shells to stained glass and brutalist structures—her work embodies both shelter and openness, inviting moments of stillness and reflection.
Each vessel is handmade through an experimental, layered process, often incorporating unconventional materials. Visitors are invited to experience her evolving studio in the gallery, and witness how she transforms raw materials into contemplative forms that feel both ancient and contemporary.
