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Fathers Day Gift Guide

Happy Fathers Day!
This year show him you really care with Kid Icarus!

We have plenty of great gift ideas for all types of Dad’s.
Puzzles, DIY, Art supplies, Outdoor books and more!


The Illustration Idea Book $25:
Inspiration from 50 Masters!
Help unleash your creativity and solve any brief.

Grids & Guides Micro (comes in blue or black) $12 each:
60 perforated mini-grid sheets perfect for small lists.
Bring it everywhere as your on-the-go notebook.

Pendleton Notebook (set of 3) $22:
Notebooks features 3 unique heritage Pendleton blanket patterns
as the front cover. Rich with colour and tradition.

The Pocket Guide to Spy Stuff Book $16:
Chock full of fun activities and delightful topics like surveillance,
disguises, self-defence, and secret names.


How To Camp In The Woods Book $29:
A complete guide to finding, outfitting,
and enjoying your adventure in the great outdoors.
Basically its a manual for every aspect of equipping, packing,
and setting up no matter where you are!

Knotted Nest Pocket Square $16,
Knotted Nest Wallet $30:
Hand made carefully picked vintage fabrics by Knotted nest!
The wallets are light weight and has added interfacing for structure.

The Book Of Building Fires $25:
Straightforward instructions and helpful how-to illustrations
provide the wisdom and tools for building
a roaring fire with confidence.

Le Loup 5 in 1 Wolf Key Chain, bottle opener, beard comb,
box cutter, and pry. A haberdashery multi tool that looks
as good as it works. Whats not to love!
Available in 3 different materials listed below.
Stainless Steel  $25
Brass $30
Titanium $60

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Fathers Day Gift Guide

Wallets, Money Clips, Flasks, & Key Chains!
This Fathers Day Gift Guide focuses on everyday necessities, for the practical dad.

Be prepared this fathers day with Kid Icarus.
Prices are listed below.


Rcboisjoli Fish Dish – $28
Red Herring Key Chains – $18 each
Xenia Taler Porcelain Coaster – $38


Brand and Iron Mini Flask Keychain – $22
Dominion Leather Bifold Leather Wallet – $80
Oh So Retro Heringbone Wool Wallet – $36
Smitten Kitten “Whiskey Money’ Engraved Money Clip – $50
Brand and Iron 6oz Flask – $45

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2017!

Having trouble finding a Father’s Day gift? Take a look at our gift guide. We have multiple options from the fashionista father to the adventure seeker. 

For the disorganized dad,

Apricot Morning’s Journal for $40

rcboisjoli Dice & Hand Hanky – $18 each.

Karl Zahn Contour Key Ring Drop for $25.

Pocket Squares by Knotted Nest– $18

Lanyard by Apogee Handmade – $26

Dominion Leather Wallet – $80 each.

Delfonics Wood Pen & Pencil – $15 each.

For the do-it-yourself dad,

Build It Yourself Book – $35

Ceramics Bible – $57

Yellow Owl Workshop Thank You Stamp – $14

Yellow Owl Workshop Stamp Pad – $7.50 each.

Carve a Stamp Kit – $38

For the adventure-seeking dad, 

Rifle Paper Co. Bon Voyage Journal – $18

Knotted Nest Passport Holder – $12

Jonathan Wayne, Vintage Map Coasters (Set of 6) – $24

Kid Icarus Greeting’s From Toronto Postcards – $3 each or $15 for a pack of 6

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NEW Kid Icarus Father’s Day Cards!

Show how much you care this fathers day with our new line of Father’s Day cards! Three original, hand-printed Kid Icarus designs are now in-store, available for purchase at $5 each. Support local and handmade stores by getting dad a card designed by local Toronto artists!

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Father’s Day Reminder!

Father’s Day falls on Sunday June 21st this year – don’t forget! Not to worry, we still have some Father’s Day cards if you did forget. If you need any last minute gift ideas for dear old Dad check out some of the stuff below.

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Knotted Nest bifold wallet, $30 each
These handmade wallets come in a cute box made from old maps! Knotted Nest “upcycles” vintage fabric and hand makes their products right here in Canada.
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City and Colour in St. Catharines poster, $35.
Screen printed at our studio in Kensington Market.

Woodworking in a Weekend, $30 . Man Crafts, $17.
If your Dad has run out of things to fix, renovate, and restore, check out these two books full of hands-on projects.

“Devo” screen printed poster, $60.

Grids & Guides hardcover notebook, $22. Grids & Guides set of 3 notepads, $20. Needlepoint Horizon 0.7mm pens, $13 each.
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“Ty Segall” screen printed poster by Steve Manale, $22.
Maybe he will enjoy this colourful comic strip style gig poster for Ty Segall designed by Canadian artist Steve Manale.

P1070789Alphabet Stencil Book, $25 . Low Tech Print, $37 . Drawing Type, $44 .
We have lots of books for the Dads who love to design and create.

Happy Father’s Day everyone!

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Father’s Day – Hi Dad!

This year Father’s day falls on Sunday June 21st. Here are a few items in our shop that remind us of our Dads. We also have a variety of letterpress and hand screen printed Father’s day cards in store!

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“You’re Great” hand screen printed poster by Kid Icarus, $40. (18″ x 24″)
For the road tripping Dad who drove you and your family on all of those summer camping trips. For putting up with the contestant nagging “are we there yet?”, Thanks Dad.

Dominion leather bifold wallet, $80. Apogee Handmade folded card carry, $48.
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“Witchshark” hand screen printed poster for Bellwoods Brewery, $35. (18″ x 24″)
For the beer loving Dad, or maybe he just really likes sharks.
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Apogee Handmade leather key lanyards, $34 each.
For the Dad who can never find his keys.
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“Man Anatomy” screen printed poster by Raymond Biesinger, $40.
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Home Brewer’s Labels, $17 . How to make Coffee, $22 . The Home Brewer’s Lab Book, $27 . Whiskey Notes, $19 .
For the meticulous, creative, beverage loving Dad. One day he will finally make that perfect brew and it will be a glorious day.
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“Velo” screen printed poster by Doublenaut, $35. (18″ x 24″)
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Oh So Retro bifold wallets, $36 each.

All of the items in this post are available at our Kensington Market location, some items are also available at our Parkdale location. Feel free to call our Parkdale location to check if an item is in stock.

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Father’s Day – What to Get Dear Ol’ Dad

Father's Day cards at Kid Icarus

We’ve got a great selection of Father’s Day cards and gift ideas for your #1 Dad!
Looking for the perfect gift with the right amount of subtlety? It’s hard to go wrong with the “You’re Great” poster designed and screen printed at Kid Icarus, a sure-fire way to one up your siblings!  Your Dad’s more of a practical man? Dominion Leather wallets and key lanyards are hand made in Montreal, sleek and dutiable, plus these will look great on anybody, guaranteed!

Hand printed Father’s Day cards $5.00 – $6.50 each; Kid Icarus Screenprinted “You’re Great” poster $40.00 or framed for $90.00; Dominion Leather Bifold wallet $80.00; Dominion Leather Lanyard $40.00

Father's Day cards at Kid Icarus
You're Great Poster

Dominion Leather Goods for Kid Icarus