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Dear ol’ Dad

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It’s time to celebrate Dad! Well, almost time.  Father’s Day is Sunday June 17th.  Here are some great gift ideas to get you thinking  about dear ol’ Dad’s special day!

The number one coveted item by most men that come into the shop. Is he a Montreal fan or a Toronto fan? Every man needs his own special pillow to cuddle up with. Handmade in Toronto by Avril Loreti, and yes folks, those are the only two teams available :)

Music loving Dad’s will appreciate having a place to keep their precious concert tickets they’ve been collecting over the years.  Throw in a set of upcycled record coasters and a music box and you’re set!

Handmade in Vancouver by Henderson Dry Goods, these cuff links are made from solid walnut and acrylic mirror. An item to be loved and passed on for generations.

Canvas and vinyl wallets are the perfect man-cessory (I am copyrighting that word). Bikes, bears, as well as typewriters and foxes available. Handmade in San Francisco.

Of course, I’m still pushing flasks on everyone and anyone.  They really are a perfect little gift.  Take it to the golf course, take it to the baseball game, take it to the beach!

Been trying to get Dad to shave that awful moustache he’s been sporting since the 70′s?  Embrace the ‘stache and show your support with these hilarious moustache inspired gifts!

Speaking of getting Dad to shave..all natural shaving products for Men!  Made in Calgary available in a ready to give gift pack or individually.

Beer! Dad’s love beer! A wall mount bottle opener and this book showcasing bottles and cans from around the world and over the years wouldn’t be complete without a 6 pack of Dad’s favourite brew.

Don’t we all love anything CBC related? I’ve decided we do.  This shoulder bag is the perfect man bag. (Don’t worry ladies it’s perfect for you too! Let’s call it unisex shall we).  The journal is hand bound using an upcycled Radio Canada record, made by Toronto’s Papermuse Designs.  Scout ♥’s CBC.

Last but not least.. Thanks Dad for bringing home the bacon.  Merit Badge by Toronto’s Lee Maszaros

And of course, an amazingly unique selection of cards, perfect for each and every kind of Dad!

Just like Mom, the Dad post is not complete without a picture from the past of me and my Dad!

Thank you Dad for being so supportive of me and my vision.  Seeing you get excited about my dream helped motivate me and give me the confidence to see that this was an attainable goal, and I needed that. I’m so grateful for your support and your faith in me.  Love you Dad!

Now that’s a ‘stache! (Dad has since gone ‘stacheless..some tears were shed but it was nice to see the face hiding underneath!)

See you soon!

I heart mom, last minute!

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Celebration of Mom is on Sunday May 13th! For those of you a little late on the mailing train, or lucky enough to get to see your mom on Sunday and have put off gift shopping, here are some more ideas to spoil that special woman in our lives!

Mason jar apron that matches my favourite tea towel by Toronto’s Freshly Printed! Also available in a flying geese print.

A  matching flora earring & necklace set by Toronto’s Zippan Designs.  Sterling silver & hand cut!

A unique take on the hot water bottle. For tummy and back aches by Toronto’s Avril Loreti (water bottle included of course!)

If Mom loves to get her bake on, these Matroyshaka themed measuring cups & spoons together with a set of letterpressed cookie cutters would be an excellent choice!

A new fabulous scarf in the shop! Love the Ikat print.  Other styles & colours available.

Everyone needs a little beeswax in their homes!  New from Kelowna’s Avalon Sunset Candles, tealights & pillars. Also available a the shop are these reclaimed tea light holder’s from Niagara Wine Barrel.

New gorgeous gold leaf jewellery in from Vancouver’s Henderson Dry Goods. So unique, so special.

Lots of other great ideas for Mom at the shop!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the fabulous mom’s in the neighborhood,in my family and in my life!

I heart mom.. cont’d!

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So Mother’s Day is next Sunday, that’s Sunday May 13th everyone! If you haven’t already gotten your mom something to celebrate her day, there’s still time.

Here are some more suggestions!

Beautiful handmade frames 4×6 & 3.5×3.5 in lots of unique, original designs!

For the horse loving, tea drinking mom’s!  A tea cozy handmade by Toronto’s Grace Designs. Also available with a feather print.

A beautiful wood brooch handmade by Toronto’s Touch the Dutch.

New in the shop, Lothantique makes fabulous lotions & soaps.  Green Tea, Grapefruit & Lavender. Made in France.

Owl pillow by Toronto’s Sparrow Ave.  Now available in the larger 20″ size!

We all could use an Erin Templeton bag in our collections.  Adjustable strap, super soft recycled leather and made in Vancouver, what’s not to love!

A great little case for Mom to tote her sunnies or glasses around.  Made by Cokluch in Montreal, all recycled leather!

Toodles in Vancouver just arrived! Fully stocked with her beautiful cameos, including this locket with matching studs.  A classic piece for a classic lady.

Scout’s also loaded with lots of wrapping paper, gift bags & cards to help make it an easy one stop shop!

Mom post not complete without an embarrassing photo of my mom and I from my baby days. Here we are just chilling in our rubber dingy at the cottage we used to rent on Lake Nipissing in North Bay.

Yes I look like a boy. Whatever happened to the blond hair?! My mom on the other hand, babe.

See you soon!