Our Story
With a background in jewellery design and manufacturing, Katreenah Jewellery owner Katrina Petryshyn participated in countless markets and pop up events over the years and saw the need for something more. While living in South Africa, she came across a co-op store in Cape Town that sparked an ambition to own her own store; but not just any store!
With an undeniable passion for local and handmade goods, Katrina’s goal was to provide local businesses a place to display their product in a “market like” environment. She wanted the store to be somewhere you could shop great finds just like you would at a market, but also be a place for connecting and nurturing.
After moving back to Edmonton Katrina’s passion and drive was at an all time high and in less than 2 months,
The Makers Keep was born.
The Makers Keep is a strong community of business owners shaking things up and leading the way in the Makers Movement! At TMK, you will experience that well known marketplace vibe in a boutique setting. In addition to creating a welcoming, exciting and inclusive space for our customers, our goal is also to build relationships with local vendors to ensure we are putting forward the best handmade or locally designed products. We make it easy for the consumer to buy local goods everyday, under one roof....and now online!
Fast forward four years, two kids later and countless hours of blood, sweat and tears, Katrina has opened multiple locations and has the honour of working with with hundreds of amazing vendors!
Say hi
to our team
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Katrina
Owner and Founder of The Makers Keep and Katreenah Jewellery
Katie
TMK Operations Manager. Owner of The Makers Keep Sherwood Park & All Decked Out Events
As a certified wedding and event planner I have always been a fan of creating and bringing people together. In 2017 I started working for TMK and since then I have never looked back! Grateful for all the opportunities that have come my way and proud to be a part of this amazing TMK team.
With so much amazing talent around us, it's super cool to hear everyone's stories and be apart of their journey!
Treena
Shop Manager/
Team coordinator
From an early age, shop local has been a part of my life. Growing up in a small town, I was immersed in supporting community. Some of my favourite memories from childhood were selling my grandmother's paintings at the farmer's market and going around to all the booths looking for homemade treasures. I guess it never left me, because today I am an artist myself and have built my business selling locally.
Being part of a community like The Makers Keep, sparks so much joy for me, I am honoured to be a part of this ever-growing community!
Lyndsay
Merchandising Lead & Admin
Hey ! Im Lyndsay and I have been a part of The Makers Keep for the last 4 years! I have always loved the arts and creative aspects of life and this community truly fills my cup! I absolutely love working with all of our incredible staff and am always surrounded by the most beautiful and creative products from our vendors. Recently I returned from maternity leave and have two beautiful kids, two dogs and the largest cat around! You can usually find me in the store on Sundays making things pretty and sipping hot coffee with the music up!
Elizabeth
Team Member
Hello, I'm Elizabeth! I am a dance teacher, a team member with The Makers Keep, and a full time student. I am currently in the faculty of Arts majoring in Psychology with a plan to get my early childhood education after degree to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher! When I'm not working at The Makers Keep I am either teaching kids how to dance or cuddling with my black lab bullmastiff cross who thinks he's a lap dog. You can catch me at The Makers Keep drinking coffee or a chai tea latte and tapping along to the music! My favourite product would have the be The Black Canoe coffee from High Horse Coffee Co., the vanilla and chocolate combination is the perfect way to start my days off! The thing I love about working at TMK is getting to see all of the amazing products our talented makers make. I also LOVE hearing customers burst into laughter when reading our cards, always makes my day!
Kelsey
Team Member
Hi!! I’m currently studying psychology and it has been a dream come true. Another dream come true has been working for TMK! I love the kind, collaborative, & passionate environment. My co-workers and boss feel like a second family. One of my favourite products is definitely the vanilla smoke candle from The Happy Home Line! It’s a must have in my house at all times.
Sarah
Team Lead
Loves the ocean, not swimming in it or really boating or anything, but just being near it is my favourite. I'm obsessed with Christmas; it is quite literally the most wonderful time of year. Having kids is what really got me to start shopping local; the clothes are way cuter!
Marie
Team Member
Hi I'm Marie a very creative gal who also loves cute coffee shops and folk music. Raising 3 tiny humans and running a small business on the side, I like keeping my self busy! For me supporting local is like bringing color to our community. My favorite part of the TMK team is working in such a positive and creative environment where it feels like home.
Erika
Manager
Bio coming soon.
Stacy
Manager