L'empreinte Blog / Artisan.e.s

In Quebec, arts and crafts occupy an important place in the artistic, cultural, social and economic spheres. They transmit the values of eco-responsibility, applied manufacturing and local purchasing, creating a unique proximity between creators and the general public. At l'Empreinte coopérative, our mission is to promote and democratize Quebec's fine crafts by promoting the works and products of local professional artisans, and we have been doing so for 50 years.

Our Artisan of the Month for August 2021 How long have you been a member of L'Empreinte coopérative in Montreal? I became a member in February 2020. How would you describe your work as an artisan? I make functional ceramic...

Our June 2021 Artisan of the Month How long have you been a member of  L'Empreinte coopérative in Montreal? I have been a member since 1988. I was so happy to be chosen to be part of this great family....

Even though we won't be able to receive for Easter this year, there's nothing to stop us from creating a pretty colourful table for the occasion. L'Empreinte coopérative offers you 5 products from its boutique to make your table look...

L'Empreinte coopérative Montréal is an institution in Quebec in the field of professional crafts thanks to its history, the passion of its artisans and its timeless boutique. With a mission to promote and democratize Quebec's fine crafts by showcasing the...

How long have you been a member of the cooperative? To start with, I entered 130 rue St. Paul on a snowy day in November 1978, asking if I could sell my crafts. This address was the first location of...

L'empreinte is a cooperative that has been in existence since 1974. Our boutique, located in the heart of Old Montreal, offers artisinal products made exclusively in Quebec. L'empreinte offers an exceptional opportunity to access an international market.