Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Empire Make Space, 168 1/2 Ottawa Street N, Hamilton, ON.
Sustainable sewing collective, reclaimed textiles, and retail boutique featuring local, sustainable, and upcycled goods�
Fall Hours:
TUES/FRI/SAT 10-3
WED/THURS 12-6
07/01/2026
WE’RE IN A SUMMER DAZE! We have some amazing classes on the schedule that still have spots left, sign up today Canada Day) for an automatic 15% off YOUR WHOLE ORDER
Reminder we are OOO this week, back Saturday 🏖️
06/03/2026
CLOSED JUNE 30th - JULY 3rd
& July 11th (to make 👙)
SUMMER HOURS (start July 7th)
Tues-Fri 12-5
Sat 10-3pm
05/15/2026
My kiddos are hosting a temporary tattoo parlour pop-up outside the shop THIS SATURDAY from 12-4pm for .hamilton they will also be selling stickers, sticker books, and journaling kits. 25% proceeds will go to and 25% will go to support Memorial Elementary School clubs and events.
Deadstock haul preview: Fabric stores are closing and where is it all gonna go? I just picked these all up from Consumers Textiles. Mostly upholstery and some choice vintage cottons. I could only take so much and the rest of the upholstery rolls got picked up by Re-Store, so you can check them out if you’re looking for more rolls at a great price!
02/13/2026
SPRING CLASSES LAUNCH TODAY at 6pm!
Thank you for your patience and your excitement for our new classes. Our new classes will go live tonight at 6 PM. As always Newsletter subscribers will get a discount code in their mailbox!!!
We’ve got a ton of great garment sewing classes on the schedule, including the classic button up shirt, a fully lined zip up chore coat, beginner pants and tops, flirty dresses, more quilting, and some great new things for beginners!
The cold snap has kept us all in a funk and it’s time to shake it off and start dreaming of all your spring makes!
We are open! Cozy days lead to crafty plans, so take 20% off all fabric orders online or in-store with code SNOWDAY2026
Open today until 5ish! Stay cozy friends 👉🏽👈🏽❄️
12/21/2025
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! We are closed all next week for Kids Camp on Monday and Tuesday, a few days of merry making, and then year-end inventory.
Online orders and pattern printing pick-up is available by appointment! If there was something specific you needed just email us and we’ll sort you out!
The following week we are open 12-5 on Tuesday/Wednesday, CLOSED Thursday, open Friday/Saturday 10-3
12/04/2025
Looking for a crafty way to unwind during this hectic season, and maybe make a gift in the process? Check out our last few classes before we take our holiday break.
Mitered Corner Napkins with Liz Simpson (LAST MINUTE SPOT TONIGHT!)
Holiday Sweater Upcycling Craft Party - this Friday!
Re-usable gift bags with Johanna Masko (Tuesday dec 9th)
Sam Apron with Liz (Sunday dec 7th) one spot left
Tree Skirt with Liz Simpson (two dates available, one spot left each class!)
English Paper Piecing with Johanna Masko, the perfect portable needlework craft this holiday season! (Tuesday Dec 16th)
This is your sign to upcycle your stained or boring sweaters into something festive! Join us this Friday night for a cute and crafty holiday workshop. Just bring an old sweater or sweatshirt and we’ll provide all the sparkles and trim to turn it into something whimsical to wear to your next holiday party or to see White Christmas on the big screen. Snacks and festive cheer provided!
And make sure to check out Holiday Cheer on Ottawa Street with carriage rides, carollers, and hot chocolate from 5-9pm
