Rare Specimens – Kid Icarus

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Michael

Holiday Jewels!

Give the gift of glitter & gold this holiday season with some of our handmade jewelry! All items pictured range from $30-$80 and are available for purchase at our Kensington shop.

Pick up a stunning ring holder by Grace Eunmi Lee or L.E. Ross! Deck it out with rings by Spirit of Vera, Rare Specimens, Corey Moranis, and Femme Mecanique. Earrings pictured are by Julie Moon & Piglet Miniatures! Necklaces are by Julie Moon, Corey Moranis, and Rare Specimens. All jewelry pictured is handcrafted by Canadian makers.

Shop local this holiday season and support small business!

Posted on February 12, 2016February 13, 2016 by Michael

Gems For Your Valentine

Don’t shy away from GLITTER this V-day!

We’ve got some special jewels in the shop from the amazing Rare Specimens, who locally sources and hand-makes her jewelry!

Shop local this Valentine’s season and visit us at our Kensington or Parkdale location to pick up any of the pictured jewelry.

Posted on January 15, 2016January 15, 2016 by Michael

Treat Yo’ Self! Rings & Things

Have you started your hunt for the perfect Valentine’s gift? We wanted to give you a little early inspiration.

At Kid Icarus we work hard to select special jewelry often handmade by local (Canadian) makers!

Looking for a little mid-month pick me up? TREAT YOURSELF to some sparkly new hand-candy!

All of the gorgeous rings pictured are available for purchase at our Kensington location.

If you are headed to our Parkdale Outpost looking for a specific piece – please call ahead!

Posted on May 7, 2014October 17, 2015 by Kalpna Patel — 8 Comments

Great Gifts for Mom!

The countdown to Mother’s Day is on! Don’t forget – it’s this Sunday, May 11.

If you are sill trying to find the perfect gift, check out these great handmade gift ideas:

Crown and Flora Terrariums $25.00 each

Rare Specimens Ring: $40.00; Necklace: $45.00; Studs: $40.00

Xenia Taler Porcelain Mug: $18.00; Ceramic Art Tiles: $20.00 – $42.00

Bespoke Uprising Linen Tea Towels $18.00 single; $34.00 set of two

Posted on May 7, 2014October 17, 2015 by michael — 9 Comments

Great Gifts for Mom!

The countdown to Mother’s Day is on! Don’t forget – it’s this Sunday, May 11.

If you are sill trying to find the perfect gift, check out these great handmade gift ideas:

Crown and Flora Terrariums $25.00 each

Rare Specimens Ring: $40.00; Necklace: $45.00; Studs: $40.00

Xenia Taler Porcelain Mug: $18.00; Ceramic Art Tiles: $20.00 – $42.00

Bespoke Uprising Linen Tea Towels $18.00 single; $34.00 set of two

Posted on May 7, 2014October 17, 2015 by michael — 13 Comments

Great Gifts for Mom!

The countdown to Mother’s Day is on! Don’t forget – it’s this Sunday, May 11.

If you are sill trying to find the perfect gift, check out these great handmade gift ideas:

Crown and Flora Terrariums $25.00 each

Rare Specimens Ring: $40.00; Necklace: $45.00; Studs: $40.00

Xenia Taler Porcelain Mug: $18.00; Ceramic Art Tiles: $20.00 – $42.00

Bespoke Uprising Linen Tea Towels $18.00 single; $34.00 set of two

Posted on December 13, 2013October 18, 2015 by Kalpna Patel — 11 Comments

Great Gifts Under $50!

Looking for that special gift, but don’t want to break the bank? We’ve got lots of great locally handmade gifts under $50.

Clockwise from top left:
Curious Little Bird Monsters $45.00 (made in Quebec)
There is Thunder in Our Hearts screen printed tote bag by Fieldguided $29.00 (made in Toronto); Golden Fox Tumbler by rcboisjoli $30.00 (made in Toronto); Dog Mug by Lana Fillippone $45.00 (made in Toronto);
Leather Screen Printed Clutches by Falconwright $48.00 (made in Toronto)
Tea Towel by Avril Loreti (made in Toronto)
Galena Earrings $ and Galena/Herkimer Diamond Ring by Rare Specimens $40 each (made in Hamilton).