From inspiring riso artists and Toronto makers, to colour theory and print making techniques, these books are perfect to get inspired during these cozy winter nights.
Artist Books
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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.
Handmade Holiday – Sprouts Press
Todays Handmade Holiday artist is Carolyn of Sprouts Press!
Sprouts Press started with Carolyn’s love of sketch books and journals.
While attending school at OCAD she fell in love with the printmaking department
and the art of papermaking/printmaking.
Then she studied art overseas in Italy and further developed her love for hand bound books.
These objects are designed to be used, well worn and well loved.
That is, it’s strength and integrity. Like the mighty sprout!
Handmade Getaway Book!
Plan and create your perfect sewing adventure with the Handmade Getaway Book
A book made my local Karyn Valino & Jacqueline Sava.
Karyn Valino is owner of The Workroom a fabric and sewing shop that also
offers a variety of classes.
Jacqueline Sava is Founder & Creative director of Soak
products that are “eco-friendly, rinse-free wash cleans beautifully,
and is ideal for hand or machine washing. Show your laundry
(and the planet) some love, with Soak.”
This inspiring book helps you get away from it all and relax with sewing!
There is several projects including 7 group projects that you can do with friends.
Support their Kick Starter here
Each Handmade Getaway Book is signed by the two and goes for $40
Get Out and Explore
Get out and explore with our ‘Find Your Adventure’ Journal By Nicole LaRue.
Or take a moment to observer your surroundings with the Observers Notebook available
in Home and Butterfly
Observer’s Notebook Home & Butterflies $28 each, Find Your Adventure Journal $22 each
We also carry a book for bird watchers, that includes a bird sticker log, a place for notes
and 50 bird species facts, so you can search for your feathered friends in your urban surroundings.
Backyard Birds $25 each
Coffee & Tea Lovers
These beautifully designed books are perfect for the coffee fanatic or tea connoisseur in your life.
Find out ‘The Science Behind The Bean’ by journalist and food consultant Lani Kingston
If you’re more of a steeper than a brewer check out ‘The Science Behind The Leaf’ by
Brain R. Keating Founder of Sage Group, & Author Kim Long.
Each book goes for $23 each.
Valentines Gift Guide!
Stuck on gifts for your Valentine? No problem Kid Icarus has got you covered!
Jen Ellis Kill Joy Ring – $38 each, Julie Moon Halo Drop Earrings – $40 each,
Hinkleville Ring Cones – $25 each, By Inabe Scalloped Leather Card Holder $35 each
Hoi Bo coin purse – $16 each
Rcboisjoli Cabbage – $25, Wood Working in a Weekend by Mark Griffith – $37,
Rcboisjoli Double Fish Tray – $28, Knotted Nest Pocket Square – $16, Kid Icarus Stamps – $12
Kid Icarus Cards – $5, Kid Icarus Buttons- $2, Le Pen – $3,
The Super Book for Superheroes
Ah, being a superhero. Flying. Fighting crimes. Capes. And stretchy suits. If you’ve ever entertained the idea of being one (who hasn’t really…), give Jason Ford‘s The Super Book for Superheroes book a gander. Learn to draw villains, create superheroes and pair them up with a sidekick, fill out scenes with special superpowers, or colour in one of the pop out masks. Don’t worry, there’s a sticker sheet, too. We’ve coloured in this paper figure, and are still inspired by his look of sheer determination (it’s unreal).
The Super Book of Superheroes by Jason Ford. $20, available at both locations.
Raymond Biesinger Black and White Book
A decade of Raymond’s visual work is presented in a 208-page, 8″ square collection of black and white illustrations.
We have a small bundle of Black & White Illustrations in stock right now at Kid Icarus. The book is filled with Intricate drawings, rough sketches, political pieces, commercial and personal work, all intertwined seamlessly with endnotes to help shed light on his context and process.
Raymond Biesinger’s book Black & White Illustrations retails for $30.
