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Victoria Day Weekend

sarah — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:44:04 +0000

On Monday, May 20th we’ll be open from 12-5pm.

Enjoy the long weekend!

We are Hiring!

sarah — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:03:07 +0000

Yep, we are looking for a very unique person who can join our team as a part time sales associate.

This post is for a long-term, part-time position covering two to three shifts per week. Saturday availability is a must, plus one or two days during the week. The potential to fill other shifts occasionally (especially over the summer) is highly preferable.

Our requirements are:

- At least 2 years of experience in retail sales, with preference given to those with keyholder/management experience.

- A passion for independent design, home goods, decor, fashion, and all things lovely!

- Creative display and merchandising skills.

- Excellent sales and customer service skills.

- Ability to work unsupervised and take initiative with daily activities.

- Diligent and very detail oriented with merchandising, stock room organization, inventory tracking and control, and other operational areas.

- A friendly, approachable demeanor and ability to nurture long-term relationships with our customers.

- A willingness to constantly learn about products and inform/educate customers.

- The ability to adapt to high volume sales periods.

- A team player who enjoys working in a close-knit environment.

If you’re interested in this opportunity, have the requisite skills and experience, and can commit to a long-term situation, we’d love to meet you and discuss the possibilities. Please drop off your resume in person Monday to Friday.

We look forward to meeting our new team member!

Wishing You a Wonderful Mother’s Day

sarah — Sun, 12 May 2013 06:46:28 +0000

To all you Mommas out there, we wish you a wonderful Mother’s Day.

Thank you for all you’ve done for us over the years.

You are loved.

Something Special for Mum

sarah — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:53:25 +0000

Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday, May 12th and we’ve got some great gift ideas to spoil your one-and-only Mumsie. Check out a few of our favourite ideas below, or pop into the shop this week and browse around. We hope to see you soon! xo

Simple, timeless earrings from local designer, Kara Yoo. Silver or 10K gold. $25 – $50.

From Fresco Towels. Exquisite patterns on super plush Turkish terry. Great for bath or beach. $72.95.

Necklaces from Iacoli & McAllister. The brass tubes are adjustable so you can switch up the look. More styles in the shop. $60 – $88.

Mini hammered cube earrings by Vanessa Lianne. Silver $52; Brass $45.

Just in time for our warm weather. Wear as a skirt or a dress; makes a great beach cover up. From Sundry. $145.

Super soft and cosy pieces made for lounging and lazy mornings. From Sundry. Hoodie $115; Drawstring lounge pans $110.

Lovely, easy to wear smocked dress from Lauren Moffatt. $210.

Leather purses designed and made in New York City by Baggu. Regular $145, on sale for $116.

The Sleep Shirt. Nothing could be more comfy to sleep in. Based on a 19th century chemise found at London’s Spitalfield’s Market. Locally designed, made in Ontario. Keeping it simple; one size, one shape, two lengths, unisex. Short $195; Long $210.

Wristlet pouches made from traditional hand-embroidered textiles. Fair trade, supporting women in rural Asia. Regular $98, on sale for $78.40.

Clever ceramic mugs that look like time-weathered enamelware. Four colours available. $14.95.

Handmade hanging planters from TW Pottery. $59 – $82.

New Products!

sarah — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:16:41 +0000

Spring has sprung and the shop is abounding with new products for your use and enjoyment! Beautiful and plush towels, supremely comfortable clog sandals, outfits for baby, the list goes on. See below for pics and details. Or better yet, come in a say hello. xo

We’re thrilled to be carrying Fresco Towels in amazing patterns and colours. A family-run business, Fresco Towels are made from 100% cotton terry, and are printed and finished in Los Angeles. It’s hard to decide which design to go with – 6 stunning patterns to choose from. They are also pre-washed and pre-shrunk. We also have a few bathmats.

Sven clogs have finally arrived – back by popular demand! We’ve added the high heeled t-strap in black, and the medium height red mary-janes. Regardless of height, they are amazingly comfortable. We also have the good ol’ standby classic clogs in red and black. Hurry in… these babies ain’t going to be on the shelves for very long!

With the warmer weather coming we can think about dressing the babes in lighter garments. We have new stock of Zebi Baby organic cotton t-shirts and bum covers in linen. Love this whale motif!

For the little lion in your life!

Adorable gauzy cotton dress and bum cover with flower embroidery, from Baby YaYa. Perfect for tea parties and warm spring days!

Super cute old-school wooden toys for your rug rat! Designed and made in Quebec. We love the simplicity of these toys which inspire creative play. The little leprechauns with their suede hats are too cute for words. Happy, happy, happy!

Introducing the Mason Jar Cocktail Shaker! A very clever design with patent pending that adds to our list of great uses for a mason jar. A four piece set with jar included. Makes a great gift, dontcha think?

A stylish and eco-friendly travel mug that keeps your drink hot or cold while remaining comfortable to the touch. Comes with a removable stainless steel tea strainer. Holds 8oz.

EASTER WEEKEND HOURS

sarah — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:21:18 +0000

We will have slightly shorter hours on Good Friday.

Other than that, it’s business as usual. Have a safe and happy long weekend, everyone! xo

Good Friday: 12pm – 5pm

Saturday: 11am – 6pm

Easter Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

Easter Monday: 11am – 6pm

New Lauren Moffatt has arrived

sarah — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:38:33 +0000

Today is one of those glorious February days that’s meant to remind us that Spring is not far off. As an additional harbinger of the changing seasons, we have our first Spring delivery of Lauren Moffatt in the shop. As usual, her pieces are impeccably lovely. Vintage-inspired, timeless, unexpected, quirky, feminine and flattering. Come visit us and see for yourself! xoxo

Melt your heart with the Love Snap silk blouse, with gold snaps and the sweetest balloon heart print on front and back. $310

Back detail of the heart blouse.

The Alley Dress in lightweight striped denim. Just throw it on and go on your fabulous way. And it’s got pockets! BTW, the photo makes the stripes look diagonal, but they are in fact vertical! $325

The silk pintuck blouse done in a garden plot print. Ms. Moffatt’s favourite blouse (and ours), redone every season in different patterns. $295.

A gazillion pintucks grace the back.

The same pattern re-done in a dress! The Backspin Snap dress is sure to turn heads. Woot Woot! $415.

We are Hiring!

sarah — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 04:08:59 +0000

Yes indeed, we are on the hunt for someone very special to join our team as a part time salesperson.

Our requirements are:

- at least 2 years of experience in retail sales (preference given to those with key holder experience)
- a passion for independent design, home goods, decor, fashion and all things lovely.
- a willingness to constantly learn about products and educate/inform our customers about them
- an eye for visual display and merchandising
- being self-directed, pro-active, responsible and detail-oriented
- excellent sales and customer service skills
- a friendly, approachable demeanour and the ability to nurture long-term relationships with our customers
- diligence and initiative with daily tasks, merchandising, stock room organization, inventory control and other operational areas
- photography skills
- the ability to adapt to high volume sales periods
- a team player who enjoys working in a close-knit environment
- the ability to grow, learn and change with the business

Please note this post is for a long-term, part-time position. We are currently looking to fill two shifts per week. The successful candidate must be available on weekends (Saturday) and one day during the week (we are flexible with this day), with the potential to fill other shifts occasionally.

If you’re interested in this opportunity, have the requisite skills and experience, and can commit to a long-term situation, we’d love to meet you to discuss the possibilities. Please drop off your resume in person Monday to Friday; no email applications please. And thanks .

We looking forward to welcoming our new team member!

We’re Going Lower!

sarah — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:23:31 +0000

With Spring clothing deliveries right around the corner, we’re putting further mark-downs on all our Fall and Winter styles! 50% off to be exact (not to mention a few items from summer that are up to 70% off!) Yes, there are some sweet deals to be had. Take a look at the pics below for a refresher on some of the items in the shop.

Ah, the dress that broke a thousand hearts! Lauren Moffatt cream silk dress with crochet details and nude slip. Was $445, now $222.50.

Lauren Moffatt Grey Monogram Sweater was $225, now $112.50; Silk Skirt with lining originally $325, now $162.50. Red belt is sold separately – was $95, now $47.50 (also available in natural).

So easy to wear, and you can eat as much as you want in it! Lauren Moffatt silk dress with contrast panel and asymmetrical snaps. Was $415, now $207.50.

Thom Dolan Fancy Oxford Shirt was $295, now $147.50; Wool plaid skirt was $295, now $147.50.

Thom Dolan ombre plaid dress with front darts and pockets. Originally $325, now $162.50. Belt sold separately – was $98, now $49.

Trovata cream and gold lambswool sweater. Was $198, now $99.

Trovata pink and red colour blocked lambswool sweater. Was $198, now $99.

Trovata striped lambswool cardigan. Was $235, now $117.50.

New Year’s Wishes and our January Schedule

sarah — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:02:28 +0000

It’s hard to believe that in just a few short hours 2012 will be a thing of the past. Looking back I have to say it’s been quite a year – the shop survived it’s first year in business and I didn’t completely lose my marbles as a first time store owner (although sometimes I thought I might). It’s been a year of huge learning and challenges and wonderful accomplishments and rewards!

While I’m not one to make New Year’s resolutions, I am aware of setting some intentions for how I choose to be in the world. Being grateful for my lot in life is one of them. On that note, I would like to thank you (yeah, that’s you, good-lookin’) for your support and making the shop possible. Without our loyal customers we wouldn’t – we couldn’t – be here. Your conscious decision to support the shop means so much to me.

And a note about the January schedule which is going to be a little weird. With J taking a long and well-deserved break, and me in serious need of family time, the shop is going to be closed on Mondays again and it will also be closed from SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 to TUESDAY, JANUARY 22. We will return to our normal routine in February.

Apologies for any inconveniences this may cause, but hey, you gotta do what you gotta do.

I wish you a wonderful New Year. I hope 2013 brings you much happiness, peace, abundance and joy. See you soon! xx