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Last minute ideas for Mom!

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Mother’s Day is this Sunday May 12th. If you haven’t already picked out something special for your Mom/Wife/ Grandmother, we’ve got all your basis covered!

mom2After much admiration from afar, I have finally brought the amazingly talented Krystal Speck into the shop.  Her ceramics would make any mom happy.  Mugs, vases and bowls are all available in an assortment of beautiful patterns. Handmade in Toronto.

mom6Every mom could use a stylish bag.  The newest style from Erin Templeton comes in this gorgeous Aqua, perfect for Spring.  Her bags are all made to be adjusted to make it your own.  Handmade in Vancouver.

falconwright1Falconwright clutches are handmade in Toronto.  It’s the perfect way to organize all the clutter in Mom’s purse.  Or, if she’s traveling light, it’s the only companion she’ll need for a night out!

mom1Silk scarves from Toronto’s Grace Designs are here! Nice and light for our transition into warmer weather.  Available in a lovely selection of hand dyed browns, purples and blues.

mom4Mimi and Marge makes classic jewellery with a modern edge.  This hard bracelet is handmade in sterling silver. Designed in Vancouver, BC.

mom3Not a lover of bracelets? New jewellery from Liana Marie in Toronto is here and she’s got some fun jewellery with a vintage feel, like this necklace.

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J.R Watkins is one of the original all natural body care companies.  All of their products are made for the most sensitive skin.  This kit has a little bit of everything for Mom to try out.

mom5If gardening is more your Mom’s style, we’ve got her covered too! A new organizer just arrived and it’s a lovely way to track the up’s and down’s of her gardening ventures.

mom11Xenia Taler ceramic art tiles are a beautiful gift.  Metallic copper overglaze on earthenware and hand made in Toronto. These come with a groove in the back ready for hanging and they also have cork buttons on the back for use as  a coaster.

 

mom8Sydney Hale Co. candles never disappoint! They all smell amazing, they all look so pretty when they burn and they donate 10% of profits to an animal rescue organization. Dog lovers and candle lovers will thank you!

mom9We’ve got a great selection of terrariums for Mom as well!

mom10I’ll be honest with you, there aren’t many Mom specific cards left in the shop, but we still have an awesome selection of blanks that are ready for your momma love filled words! This set of Leah Duncan cards are perfect to be hung as art prints!

See you soon!

April arrivals!

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Here’s what’s new and wonderful in the shop right now!

april5Yes, Rifle Paper Co. iphone cases are finally here! Well they were here, and they sold really quick.. so I’m waiting on some more designs, but the two above are still in the shop!! Hurry!

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Soft and versatile circle scarves from Dear Pony in Nelson, BC are here.  Subtle screen prints of arrows & geometric lines randomly printed on some of the panels. Each is one of a kind!

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New Spring/Summer Fluffyco is here! A couple new tees for men (I know there are some unicorn loving men out there) and some new totes as well!

april7Fidoodle has come out with some new, absolutely adorable items for Spring. New block sets, a new flip doll and these irresistibly sweet rattles.  And yes, they’re as soft as the look.

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Some new brighter colours from Butter London in the shop! For the less bold and more subtle we’ve still got lots of pretty pastels!

 

april6New bath and body products from Napa Valley are here! Olivina products are all free from Parabens, SLS and formaldehyde.  Never tested on animals. Natural fragrances and essential oils.

apriil8Toodlebunny was recently in town and brought me some lovely pieces, like this collar necklace. A definite statement piece! Made in Vancouver, BC.

april1New bags from Toronto Designer Grace Designs. Her new Brooklyn bag is the perfect size! Made from vintage kimono fabrics, this beauty has an adjustable strap to be worn on one shoulder or as a messenger.

april2New onesies from A Little Lark are here! I love her new constellation images. This one is lupus, the constellation shaped like a wolf.  Available in 3-6, 6-12 and 12-18 months!

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I just opened up a box of Leah Duncan goodies! Tea towels, 8×10 prints, cards and gorgeous scarves.  I love it all and had a hard time choosing only two photos to post!!

Come see!

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!

 

I heart mom.

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Mother’s Day is two weeks away today!  Here are some ideas to spoil the most important woman in our lives.

Beautiful ceramics back in stock from Saskatoon ceramic artist Cathy Terepocki. Mugs, Vases & Tumblers.

Unique recipe holders.  Night Owl does one in wood, while Chronicle Books has a more traditional cover.

Scarves by Chandi.  Pictured here is the peacock design.  They also come in bright beautiful floral prints and a bird print!

Hobo wallets! A classic, quality, long lasting accessory. Pictured here is the Lauren in my favourite colour, caramel.

A beautiful sterling silver necklace hand crafted by Toronto’s Zippan Designs.

A stylish hand dyed tote by Toronto’s Grace Design.  Perfect for spring!

Toronto’s Sula Beauty makes a lovely line of non-toxic nail polishes, all natural shea balms & oil based perfumes.  Lots of scents and colours for mom!

Beautiful tea towels made by Toronto’s Freshly Printed (I’m a sucker for the Mason Jar print)

Lots of great cards in the shop too.  This one is by Old School Stationers.

And my windows have been re-dressed for Mother’s Day too!! Thanks Jacqui!!

Of course a Mother’s Day post wouldn’t be complete without a little shout out to my own Mom! Such a huge support in my life.  So lucky to have such a strong, independent, honest, wonderful role model to look up to.

Love you Mom!

Bags, bags & more bags!

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I was a busy bee yesterday! I got lots of new orders in including a plethora of new bags and accessories.

Cokluch is from Montreal.  They use primarily recycled leathers in their bags and some come with a unique silk screen detail.  One of my favourite things about their bags is the way they design the shoulder strap.  It comes with an adjustable snap strap to make your bag an off the shoulder, or over the shoulder!  Brilliant.

Beautiful messenger bags, big enough for a computer.

Cute little button detail and contrasting leathers on these ones.  Available in red, black & brown.

Love this flat shape simple with  just enough detail to make it unique!

Cokluch also does some great accessories.  Mini card holders and sun glass cases.

Grace Designs is another Canadian company.  Really, it’s a one woman show.  Alison Gledhill is the brains behind the beautiful hand dyed fabrics and well crafted designs made in Toronto.

These totes are perfect for the gym or off to class. Leather handles and bottom ensure longevity. Also available in dyed blue.

For the lighter loads these hand dyed shoulder bags are a great every day bag.  Nice and light for Spring!

Messenger bags for boys! I expect some ladies will covet them as well.  Made from 100% recycled canvas. A perfect fit for an ipad.

This company also makes these bamboo, super light weight iphone cases. Also available in plain bamboo.

Also got another order from Track & Field in Vancouver.  Adorable silk screened accessories for iphones, cameras, coins and everything in between!

The shop is looking nice and full these days, I even had to purchase a new piece of furniture to hold it all!

Please welcome my new island to the store.

Also for those of you that live in the neighborhood, or love the neighborhood, be sure to check out Roncesvalles Renewed. It’s a great website focusing on some of the great volunteer efforts and events going on in Roncy.  The Roncesvalles Facebook Page is another great resource to keep on top of all that’s happening with the businesses in the area!  Still a lot of changes happening on the street, so many new restaurants opening.  It really is a great street to spend the day exploring.

HOPE TO SEE YOU!