Plant Lovers Gift Guide

December 5th, 2016 by

Looking for that perfect gift for the green thumb in your life? Don’t worry, we got you covered. Pick up some awesome planters by Homebody Ceramics or adorable hand made Hinkleville planters. Or create your own terrarium with our Miniscapes Book.

Keep Co. Ceramics in Kensington!

April 16th, 2016 by

We’re very excited to now have Keep Co. in our Kensington shop. Shayna Stevenson & Jen Collins are the master ceramicists behind Keep Co., and might we say their collaboration has resulted in some truly stunning handmade, hand painted ceramic pieces. We’ve got a few different styles of hanging planters and jewelry dishes in the […]

DIY! Paracord & Knotting Projects!

March 5th, 2016 by

We’ve got a new book in both Kensington & Parkdale serving as great motivation to pick up a new hobby! This DIY book called “Made in Paracord” is an awesome tool with lots of great project ideas inside. We tried our hand at some paracord knotting and were able to make a couple of necklaces! […]

NEW CANDLE SCENTS ~ from Ellingwood Soap Co.!

March 3rd, 2016 by

We’ve got some new scents in the Kensington shop from Ellingwood Soap Co. and boy are they ever aromatic goodness. Ellingwood Soap Co. make it their mission to create quality, hand crafted, soy vegan candles. We love that about their products, and it definitely shows in their innately awesome quality. All scents pictured are available […]

Carriage 44 – A Fresh Start in 2016!

January 10th, 2016 by

It’s been awhile since we’ve talked Carriage 44! These gorgeous soaps are guaranteed to help you achieve a clean slate this new year! Here at Kid Icarus we carry a wide selection of these lovely all natural handmade soaps. Scents such as, lavender, lemongrass, peppermint, rose, oatmeal, mud, urban garden, and the ever musky “no.1” […]

Holiday Gift Guide #7 – Ceramics!

December 19th, 2015 by

Can’t go wrong this holiday season with the gift of some handmade, local ceramics! We’ve got an incredibly wide selection of beautiful & unique ceramic items here at Kid Icarus. Shop local this holiday season! All items pictured are available at our Kensington location. Select items are available at our Parkdale Outpost. Please call ahead […]

Holiday Gift Guide #5 – Jewelry & Candles!

December 17th, 2015 by

Set the mood this year with your holiday gifts! Hoping to hint at some romance? Or just looking to surprise a special someone? You can’t go wrong with any of these gorgeous soy candles and our wide selection of local jewelry makers! Both Ellingwood Soap Co. & Carriage 44 candles are available at our Kensington & Parkdale […]

Holiday Gift Guide #3 – Black Pine Bonsai!

December 13th, 2015 by

Looking for a super cute, super seasonal “grow your own” kit? Look no further! This adorable black pine bonsai kit has everything you need to grow a little pine tree, perfect for this time of year. Pull a Charlie Brown Christmas and hang a big ol red ornament on it, or let it live on […]

New Vendor! – HeyDay Design

December 6th, 2015 by

We now carry handmade ceramic jewelry from Heyday Design  made in Canada by Claire Madill. Porcelain earrings from $40- $46 a pair Available at our Kensington Market location, 205 Augusta Ave.

Isometric Risograph Calendars!

November 21st, 2015 by

Looking for a colourful way to plan your new year? Trying to shop local this holiday season? Look no further! These awesome 2016 Risograph printed calendars from Toronto based company Paper Pusher are a perfect way to add vibrancy to your space and make your scheduling dynamic. Available for purchase in both our Kensington & Parkdale […]