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Spring is just around the corner!

Posted on March 13, 2013 by leah

Lots of new things arriving weekly for Spring!

I’m literally unpacking boxes every week so the stock is constantly changing in the shop.  Come on by and see what’s new!

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I brought these Terrariums from Crown Flora Studio into the shop over Valentine’s Day and got such a great reaction I’ve decided to keep them in stock!  The perfect housewarming gift or green addition to your own home.

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 Bespoke Uprising has come out with gorgeous linen napkins for Spring! Her tea towels are also now available in linen fabrics.  Love the Farm Century set pictured here.

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 Mika Malee makes those awesome bullet encased crystal necklaces I had last fall.  This season they’ve come out with an adorable miniature version on a shorter chain.

spring8Izola candles are AMAZING! I’ve got two new fresh scents in for Spring.  Green Moss & Magnolia.

spring6Field Trip is a company from Vancouver that makes super unique cases for iphone 4′s & 5′s.  She’s always coming out with new designs, each one better than the last! This is my current favourite.

spring5Vessel glass tumblers are back in a variety of Spring patterns! These double wall tumblers come with a strainer perfect for a cup of tea.

spring1Butter London is now available at Scout!! They’re 3 Free, non toxic nail lacquers formulated without the use of the harmful ingredients like Formaldehyde, Toluene, DBP or Parabens.

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Now adorning the walls at Scout are the wonderful, whimsical felt factory faux faunas! Handmade in Montreal these guys are pretty irresistible. Available animals: Moose, Unicorn, Bear, Fox, Rabbit, Sheep, Goat, Deer and Horse!

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springnoujicaLast but not least, I just opened up a box of Noujica!!!!!! Their bags were a big hit last season.  Not surprised as they are not only well made with an eco frame of mind but they are also easy on the eyes! New knot scarf available in 3 colours, made with bamboo making it super soft and light for Spring! Made in Montreal.

Keep checking back, I’m expecting loads more in the coming weeks!

 

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Love is in the air!

Posted on February 7, 2013 by leah

Valentine’s Day is a week away. Here are some ideas in the shop for him, for her, and for you both to share!

FOR HIM

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Dopp kits from Izola make a great gift for the man in your life! Where does the name Dopp come from you ask? The name derives from early 20th century leather craftsman Charles Doppelt, a German immigrant to the United States, who invented his toiletry case in 1919.  

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And you can fill his new Dopp kit up with a plethora of products from Sam’s Naturals!  A new line I’ve just brought into the shop. They’ve got your guy covered with everything from after shave & shave soap to moustache wax and beard oil.

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New from Imm Living, Hungry as a Bear mirror.

 

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Identity Apparel tees are perfect for your Canadian man!

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Artech Studios beer glasses blown from actual beer bottles are sure to impress your ale loving valentine.  Available in Mill Street Organic, Tankhouse, Belgian Wit, Big Wheel, Stock Ale, Steamwhistle, 416 and Amsterdam. Include this Beer Making Book from Brooklyn’s Brew Shop and you will have one satisfied Valentine.

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Who says jewellery is solely for women.  Moon Raven designs makes a lot of great unisex pieces, like this Eagle Talon necklace.  Its cast from an actual American Bald Eagle talon in white bronze.

vday14These canoe and paddle bamboo cuff links from Cabin + Cub in Vancouver are a great gift for the outdoorsy boyfriend that needs to dress it up sometimes.

FOR HER

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Adorable rose gold arrow studs from Mimi & Marge are the perfect gift to adorn her ears.

Toronto-20130131-02974Toodlebunny’s tassle necklace is a one of a kind piece made in Vancouver.  Also available in black.

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Scout now stocks two new Canadian jewellery companies!

 

 

 

On the left is a pyrite & agate pearl bracelet from Fredrick Prince and on  the left are studs from Hamilton’s Rare Specimens. Her studs are available in a variety of different raw gems, but these two would go together nicely.

 

vdayFor the girls that don’t want the bling, how about a bottle of bath salts scented with lavender, green tea or grapefruit.

vday4Erin Templeton’s traveller bag is perfect for slinging around all you need! Handmade in Vancouver.  Bags made to last a lifetime. Available in black & whiskey.

vday3Hobo lauren clutch in bordeaux is a lovely accessory for any lady.

FOR BOTH OF YOU

Toronto-20130131-02979These “I love you” activity books are a great way to learn even more about eachother.  Available for him/her, her/her & him/him

 

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Two more great books to encourage more opening up to each other.

 

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While you’re sharing your deep, dark secrets, might as well set the mood with a Sydney Hale Co. candle.

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Then snuggle up in bed with this set of 2 pillow cases from Branch Handmade.

And of course I have a slew of amazingly cute, funny, pretty & of course romantic cards to really tell your Valentine how you feel.

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HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

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Scout’s Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on December 6, 2012 by leah

The store is at its fullest, and I am still waiting on shipments!

Here is a small collection of highly coveted items in the shop for him and her this Christmas season.

For Her

The Hobo Lauren Clutch is THE fave at the shop.  Lots of colours to choose from. Personally, I’m a sucker for the ginger. Works as a wallet or on its own as a clutch for a night out.

The Good Girl bag from Erin Templeton is GORGEOUS! Spoil her with a bag that will last a lifetime.  Handmade in Vancouver.

The Flora necklace from Zippan never goes out of style.  A classic piece available in three sizes. Sterling silver and handcut in Toronto. Also has earrings to match.

This quartz bracelet with an assortment of vintage gunmetal and gold plated chains from Toodlebunny is the only one like it!  For that special, one of a kind lady.

I’ve got my shelf of Henderson Dry Goods filled back up just in time for the holidays! Her laser cut walnut earrings with 14k gold fill posts are a statement piece that don’t weigh your ears down.

Now that we’ve got her ears, neck and wrist covered, she’s going to need somewhere to put her new jewels!  This porcelain antler jewellery holder from Imm Living is the perfect display.

Cokluch mittens will no doubt keep her hands cozy all winter long. Made from recycled leather and lined with fleece, these Montreal designers know a thing or two about keeping warm.

This gorgeous cowl from Emmylou Knits is hand made in Toronto with 100% Peruvian wool. The colour of wool is really unique, green with bits of red and blue woven in.

Julie Sinden hats are popular with all the women in the neighborhood.  This is her newest style.  The Turban Hat comes in black, brown, camel and dark grey.  Boiled merino wool and made in Toronto.

For Him

What’s more manly than an eagle carrying an anchor?  Not much.  This mirror will give him more than just his good looks to ogle over.

Identity Apparel pillows are back in stock! Made from recycled army blankets and screen printed with geese, a bear or these antlers.  Any of the designs will be perfect for him to cuddle up to in his man cave.

These wolf cuff links are made of solid jewelers bronze and measure 1″ long x 3/4″ across. Each cuff link is cast in one solid piece of metal.

Also available in white bronze.

New toiletry kits have arrived! Constructed out of heavy canvas and lined with water resistant PEVA. Other designs available.

Lots of great Banquet Workshop prints to choose from. They measure 50×70 cm making them a perfect fit for an Ikea frame. Made in Vancouver!

This large CBC duffel bag is the perfect size for an over nighter or to take to the gym. Sturdy shoulder straps and heavy canvas, plus, who doesn’t love CBC?!

For the man that likes to cook! Swaine Street Woodworking cutting boards are a beautiful addition to any kitchen.  Handmade with FSC certified wood in Halifax.

Lots of Iphone cases back in stock (unfortunately none for the iphone 5 yet).  This fits the 4/4S giving it an earthy look, who knew an iphone could look earthy.

Lots of t-shirts for him in the shop! Fluffyco just stocked me up with lots of sizes and some new designs.  They go fast though!

We’ve also got all your gift wrapping needs! Rolls of  wrap as well as single sheets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adorable gift bags in a variety of sizes.  As well as a great selection of cards both boxed and in singles!

 

 

Don’t forget to check out my shop on Shopcaster if you can’t make it into the shop.

Hope everyone is doing their part to support small businesses and shop local this holiday season!

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New in November!

Posted on November 16, 2012 by leah

I’ve been busy carefully re-merchandising trying to make everything fit for the upcoming holiday season!  Adding tables, shelves and a new card spinner.  It’s starting to feel a little bit like Christmas in here!

Here are some new items in the shop, and don’t forget I have a little online shop on Shopcaster for those of you that can’t make it out.  You can always email me if something is on the blog that isn’t on my shopcaster page and I can post it for you to make a purchase. Easy peasy.

New coaster sets from Izola in the shop! Sets of 6 including “Drinking Games”, “Drunken Sailor” & “Happy Hour”

Mariel from Isak & Inger just dropped off a whole load of new bags! I love this smaller Montrose purse available in wool and waxed canvas. Check out this super cute blog Boots & Pine that did a great little feature on Mariel and her adorable, lovely home in Little Portugal. (Psst. She also dropped off more of her mittens!!)

1Canoe2 Letterpress makes gorgeous cards and gift items.  This recipe binder makes a beautiful gift.  The binder is 10″x7″ and contains 8 letterpressed divider tabs, 40 blank 5.5×8.5 inch cards are also included.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

They also make this lovely handmade wooden recipe box. Set of 42 hand letterpressed recipe cards in 6 colors (7 of each), 7 Divider Tabs are cut by hand, and have the following words: entrees, appetizers, soups and salads, treats, bread, side dishes, beverages. Dimensions:
Box: 6.75L x 4H x 3.5 Cards: 4×6 Dividers: 4 3/4 inches high by 1-2 inches wide

 

I got a shipment of Toodlebunny last month and never had a chance to post.  Lots of gorgeous bracelets in the shop now, many of them one of a kind made from vintage pieces & brass.  Bracelets pictured above are brass beads w/ceramic, crystal or pyrite.  Adjustable and perfect for layering!

Another new laptop sleeve! Love anything computer related with a typewriter on it. Fits a 13″ laptop

I just received a shipment from Henderson Dry Goods! Gorgeous new coaster sets made from Walnut and Maple veneers layered together to form a strong plywood.  Finished w/ several coats of polyurethane to resist moisture.

Each coaster is different in the set of four. Two sets to choose from.

 

 

And the ornaments are back! You may remember them from last year, this year she’s made Canoes, Snowshoes & Toboggans.  All handmade in Vancouver, BC

 

 

Avril Loreti has come out with lots of new amazing designs for her gorgeous linen/cotton tea towels.  The Santa Fe print  is a Navaho inspired geometric print in soft pastel hues.

 

I’ve also got her new 2013 Calendar tea towel in the shop!

 

Both tea towels are 55% Linen – 45% Cotton
16″ x 22″

 

 

 

 

On top of the Avril Loreti calendar tea towel I have lots of other great 2013 Calendars in the shop.  Rifle Paper has a couple of beautiful designs to choose from.  This Cities style (on the left) has gorgeous prints perfect for framing once the month is up!

 

 

 

 

 

Old School Stationers 2013 Letterpress calendar is also in the shop! I bought one last year and get excited for each month to pass just to see the next gorgeous new image .

 

 

My Christmas cards (and Hanukkah too!) are all out! There are lots of single and boxed cards to choose from.  And I must say, I have a pretty stellar selection this year :)

See you soon!

 

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What’s New!

Posted on July 28, 2012 by leah

Hope everyone’s staying cool this summer! Loving the heat, the sun, the warm nights, hard to believe I have product from Fall arriving!  Here’s a look at some new items that have arrived in the last little while.

The glass ware from Vessel has been a favourite!  I just got a shipment of new glass bottles pictured above, as well as stainless tumblers and even a water bottle that comes with a coconut filter straw that reduces up to 99.99% of the contaminants in drinking water.

Still waiting on the double wall glass tumblers, but in the mean time these 16 oz and 20 oz bpa free cups have a double wall meant for hot and cold beverages with the option of a straw or a flip top.

Decided to try out another line of silk screened onesies.  Made by A Little Lark in Portland, Oregon.  These 6-12 month styles are a perfect baby shower gift.  I’ve also brought in her line of letterpress cards and silk screened tea towels.

BlueQ is always a fun company to order from. Their new lavatory mists are a hilarious housewarming gift (for that right person/couple of course..)  Their tin boxes are constructed to replicate a vintage cigar box.  For your photos, sewing supplies and anything else that needs a home.

Toronto designer Shannon has been busy making new designs for her line, Moonlight for Violet.  These fibre wrapped curved bar necklaces are always unique! Gold plated and made in Toronto.

I’ve had Izola NYC in the shop since I opened, and I’m always excited to see what else they come out with.  Their 100% vegetable wax candles smell amazing and if that doesn’t get you then the packaging alone should.  Love the apothecary style jars.  Available in Rosemary, Lavender, Sandalwood & Jasmine.

Danielle from Zippan Designs has been adding to her line, which is always exciting!! Sterling silver, hand crafted in Toronto, one of my favourite lines in the shop.  The price is right, the quality is impeccable, the designs are unique and timeless.  Those little scissors even open and close! Love!

Erin Templeton has started shipping for fall, and I’ve already sold out of some colours!  The BYOB is made from recycled leather, with an adjustable strap and a little side pocket that fits a tall can.. you can’t go wrong.

And this beauty.  I have officially decided this is the perfect purse.  The medium tote, also by Vancouver’s Erin Templeton has a front and inside pocket.  The best part (other than the obvious beauty of this bag..) is the versatility of her straps.  It can be worn as a cross body, over the shoulder and even as a back pack!  Come in and we’ll show you how it’s done.  Available in new and recycled leather.

Lastly, the new issue of Pure Green Magazine is in the shop! Pure Green Magazine is an independent print publication for a stylish green lifestyle.  The magazine features eco style picks, innovative products and ideas, DIY projects, green home tours, eco travel destinations, organic recipes and more. There’s still time to grab one to bring up to the cottage with you, also makes a great gift for the cottage host!

Getting in new stock means making space

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Select items are on sale 15%-50% off!

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Here comes the bride..and the groom

Posted on July 6, 2012 by leah

We are well into wedding season!  Scout has some beautiful gift ideas for the couple or your husband or wife to be!

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Not every couple wants china sets and silverware for their wedding.  Here are some ideas to help you give the newly weds something unique!

These beautiful handmade cutting boards from Halifax make a beautiful wedding gift. Made from FSC Maple & Birch.

The latest print, Woodrough Lodge, from Jessica Rae Gordon is full of Canadiana! A perfect gift for any couple. Comes all ready to hang in a vintage frame!

The totem cups are back! Space saving and easy on the eyes :) A lovely addition to any home.

Aww matching pillowcases for the couple to lay their newly wed heads. Plenty of other designs to choose from.

A cook book for two complimented with Toronto made tea towels and napkins are the perfect addition to a newly weds kitchen.

This folklore enamel tea pot has loads of character, and cups to match!

Are the newly weds going on a Honeymoon?  Crumple maps from an assortment of cities will help get them off to a good start.

Candleholder’s made from Niagara wine barrel’s are a lovely eco gift (beeswax tea lights in the shop as well to fill it!)

A wall mount bottle opener for the beer drinking love birds.

A couple of merit badges for a couple of love birds.

Plus the wrap to make sure it’s ready to give on the big day!

For Her

For the groom to give his bride, for the friends to shower their friend, lots of reasons to spoil her before she walks down the aisle.

A beautiful sterling silver “love knot” by Vancouver’s Mimi and Marge

This beautiful 5 year memory journal is a great way to keep track of your daily musings with only one line a day.

A merit badge for tying the knot.

A journal for the couple to be to discover and explore more about each other.

Beautiful pearl acorn earrings by Vancouver’s Toodlebunny

Unique one of a kind ceramic bracelets by Saskatoon’s Cathy Terepocki

For Him

For the Groom, and the husband to be, he’s just as important as the bride. Here are some ideas for him before tying the knot!

Every man needs a flask on his wedding day. Calm those nerves!

Beautiful handkerchief set to fill his suit pocket and wipe his tears, of joy!

Love cufflinks, awwwww.

Make sure he knows his stuff!

A coat pin for even the manliest of men

A merit badge for your main squeeze.

Let the countdown begin!

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Dear ol’ Dad part 2!

Posted on June 7, 2012 by leah

 Father’s Day is a week and a half away.  Here are some more idea’s to show your pop he’s tops!

I’ve brought in some wicked t-shirts from one of my favourite US companies Fluffyco.  Bears, bikes, tapes & wolves.

Beautiful handkerchief sets by Brooklyn’s Izola.

Show Dad you love him with a framed picture of yourself!

Secret order of the lumberjacks coat pin by Toronto’s Touch the Dutch.

Cufflinks made out of old cash register keys.  Also available: beer, whiskey & wine!

Perfect mug for his morning coffee.  Also available with a moose antler handle!

Coaster set for the musician/lover. He can keep them in his man cave.

Moleskine pens have arrived, along with a full selection of Moleskine notebooks.

Great shoulder bag that has a front insert sleeve for your ipad.  Or if Dad already has a bag, an ipad case on its own!

For the hard to shop for Dad, these books are sure to entertain!

Stainless 5oz flask, perfect for a golf bag :)

Beautiful cards in the shop by Old School Stationers would make for a perfect Father’s Day card or to frame and hang!

If your Dad’s more Al Bundy than an outdoor canoeing type, there’s a card for him too! Card by Papillon Press in Sudbury, Ontario!

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Next Saturday June 16th is Roncy Rocks!

Roncy Rocks! is an annual day-long celebration of art, music and culture in Roncesvalles Village happening  Saturday June 16  between 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. For a list of performers, artists and vendors as well as updates on all that is Roncy Rocks, check out the website.  Scout will have a table set up out front full of wonderful sale items. More details to come!!

 

Hope everyone is enjoying the sunshine!

 

 

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