So you want to join our ranks, don't you? Lovely! Here's what you need to know:

Who can join the familia?
Montreal based artists (that means, if you live in Laval, we won't accept you. If you live in Brossard, we won't accept you. Your business has to have a Montreal adress), crafters and business owners who's work ethics are similar of our mission.

So why should I become a Mafiosa?
Ah, we knew you'd ask. By joining our familia, you get:

  • Image and link on the craftmafiamontreal.com website to yours and a personal bio/page.
  • Access to a community of like-minded creatives business people and access to the collective resources and skills of the group.
  • Discounts at our craft fair and networking events.

Do I need to forget about my past to be part of the gang?
Not! All we ask of you is very simple:

  • Have and maintain an online presence (website, Etsy shop, etc.)
  • To pay the annual membership fees of 120$ per year.
  • This is in order to help us cover web hosting costs as well as dues we pay to the founding chapter of the Craft Mafia.
  • Be prepared to network, share your knowledge and participate to the Montreal Craft Mafia's events. You MUST also attend to the meetings we will call. This is not just a paid membership-nothing's-asked; your involvment is crutial.

Ok! Where do I sign?
Minute, papillon! First, copy-and-paste the following questionnaire in an email and answer it. Send it to join@craftmafiamontreal.com

  1. Name:
  2. Address:
  3. Phone:
  4. Email:
  5. Date of birth:

  6. Business name:
  7. Business description:
  8. Business website and/or Etsy shop:
  9. Art/Craft/Business background:
  10. How long have you been in business?

  11. Are you familiar with the Craft Mafia™ concept?
  12. Where did you hear about us?
  13. Why do you want to join the Montreal Craft Mafia?
  14. Do you have any skills, special talents and/or knowledge that would be valuable to the community as a whole?

  15. What are your thoughts about the local Montreal Indie scene (craft, art, fashion):
  16. Your favorite artist dead, alive or imaginary:
  17. Your favorite cupcake flavor:
The Craft Mafia Montreal will have a family meeting where we shall discuss if you are mafiosa worthy. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest and remember that the familia has your back!...

All content ©2008 Craft Mafia Montreal | Proud members of the Craft Mafia™ familia | Illustrations by Fanie Grégoire | Website by Studio Rose Flash