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Mothers Day Gift Guide

For Mothers of all kinds!
Check out our gift guilds, we have everything from the green thumb mom to the crafty DIY mom.
We also offer gift wrapping services with the purchase of our hand printed gift wrap $6
Prices are listed below.


The Woodlot Wooden Magnet (set of 6) $14 each:
Wood Magnets made in Walter’s Falls, Ontario.
Bring a bit of nature home with you.

Noted Ceramic Plant Rock Kits $12 each:
A ceramic pot inspired by nature!
In Basil or Cacti, these growing kits have step by step instructions
to grow rock plants of your very own.

The little Book of House Plants or Cacti $21.50 each:
These Books have a variety of popular cacti and house plants with expert advice on general care.
Plus Fun Photography throughout to show you the unique charter of each plant.


365 Days of Drawing Book $28:
Sketch and paint your way through the creative year.
All drawing can provide a welcome break from our busy lives.
An inspiring daily journal that’s designed to help nurture your creativity.

Bright Ideas Sticky Note Tray $24:
This set of sticky notes will brighten up any workspace.
Ten mini notepads are conveniently displayed in an attractive tray, ideal for any desktop.

Diana Watters Red Fox Cross Stitch $36 each:
Perfect starter kit for kids and adults!
Includes Laser cut wood disk, felt backing, embroidery thread, needle,
colour PDF pattern, stitching basics booklet.

Space Swirl Coloured Pencils $23 each:
Each two-tone coloured pencil has a deep space image by Nasa!
Stellar gift for space or art lovers.


Knotted Nest Napkins $24 each:
Lovingly handmade reversible vintage fabric napkins.
Uniquely different for any table.

How to Make Tea Book $23 each:
This book provides an in-depth look at  the Science behind the leaf.
How to choose the best left and ways to infuse to achieve the best flavour.
How to make Coffee Book also available.

Ellingwood Soaps $10 each:
Ellingwood makes all natural soap, candles and body care products.
All products are Vegan and synthetic fragrance free, for even the most delicate of skins.

Xenia Taler Ceramic Coasters $38 each:
Xenia Taler is a Toronto based artist,
These beautifully designed porcelain coasters come in sets of 4 complete with cork bottom.

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Handmade Holiday – ALTR Soap

Today’s featured artist is ALTR Soaps!

ALTR Soap creates hand-made bar soap with local, wildcrafted botanicals.
They seek to change popular soap culture by offering products that showcase only local plants,
and elevate the seemingly mundane task of washing oneself into a ritual reconnection to the land.

All of the main botanical elements are wildcrafted by ALTR from local wild areas
and are then brewed into a nourishing infusion that acts as a base for each bar.

There soap is 100% natural, made with organic ingredients, palm oil free and vegan.

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Handmade Holiday – Ellingwood

Todays Handmade Holiday Craft Show artist is Ellingwood Soap Company!

Ellingwood Soap Company  is a small husband and wife team that make all natural soap,
candles and body care products based in Hamilton Ontario.
All of their products have natural ingredients which makes it perfect for those with delicate skin!

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Stocking Stuffer Inspo!

To all those with some last minute holiday threads to tie up – we’ve got you covered!

We’ve put together a little selection of locally made goods that would make perfect stocking stuffers. All items (tangerines not included) can be found at our Kensington shop! Gifts pictured range from $36-$4. Pins & pens for all this holiday!

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Carriage 44 Soaps

Carriage 44 at Kid Icarus

Make your next bath a luxurious one with these high quality handmade soaps from Carriage 44. Each soap is made with pure, essential oils and high quality ingredients.

About Carriage 44:

Carriage 44 was founded in 2010 and is becoming loved across Canada. Carving out its niche by presenting natural products with a clean, modern finish, Carriage 44 is not only great for your skin, it’s minimal design adds a stylish aesthetic to any bathroom.

We currently stock No.1, Creamy Citrus, Oatmeal, Vanilla, and Rose: $7.50 each

Carriage 44 at Kid Icarus

Carriage 44 at Kid Icarus