Vancouver Designer Spotlight: Pip & Pin
Vancouver-based sisters Katie and Megan Williams mastered the craft of knitting and formed Pip & Pin, a local company specializing in big, snuggly scarves, headbands, buttoned cowls and accessories. Living in a world where clothing is mass-produced, the sisters have ensured that care and love goes directly into their handiwork. Like any one-of-a-kind treasure, patience […]
Lüt Boutique – Semi Annual Warehouse Sale (Oct 25 – 27, 2013)
Lüt Boutique is having their semi-annual warehouse sale of their “lovely unique things” at their regular store location on Main & E. 26th the weekend of October 25 to 27. Some of the local and international brands you can expect to find on sale from 50% to 80% off include Gilmour (locally from Vancouver), Covet (from Montreal), Makia […]
EVENT: Hairdressers 2 Help (H2H) Fundraiser at Celebrities (Sunday October 20)
Alongside other local hair salons, four of Suki’s apprentices are competing in this makeover contest at CELEBRITIES on Sunday October 20. Come and cheer them on while networking with industry professionals. Doors open at 7:00 pm and the contest starts at 8:30 pm. There will be a raffle/silent auction going on and amazing swag bags […]
ComplexGeometries in Gastown – Montreal Brand Opens First Retail Storefront
Six weeks ago, ComplexGeometries opened its first bricks and mortar retail location in Gastown. But it was only at the recent Gastown ShopHop that I came across this flagship store and found out more about the brand. ComplexGeometrics caught my eye because of its bright white and spacious interior which stood out like a beacon of […]
MARKET: 40th Annual Circle Craft 2013 (Nov 7 to 11) & MMV Giveaway for a Pair of Tickets
Here’s another annual holiday market which just got announced for the 2013 season! Vancouver’s Circle Craft Christmas Market celebrates its 40th annual Market from November 7 to 11, 2013. From previous years of attending Circle Craft, I’ve seen that their exhibitors tend to be full-time artisans who perfect their craft for a living. This includes […]
MARKET: Got Craft? 2013 – Holiday Craft Fair (Dec 14/15)
It’s time to get your craft on! Vancouver’s largest indie craft fair returns December 14-15, 2013 at its new home at the Maritime Labour Centre (1880 Triumph Street), with all new DIY workshops, extended hours, and beer and wine on Saturday. “We strive to make each event as awesome as it can be,” says Andrea Tong-Tucker, one half […]