Category Archives: Favourite Things

Handmade Holiday Gift Guide: For the Host & Hostess

Posted on November 26, 2019February 7, 2020 by Melissa Harrison

1. A retro rainbow planter + air plant magnet for the host with that kitchen the guests always gravitate towards.

Goldsmith

2. An exfoliating hand soap for the host with the cute guest bathroom.

Nature’s Honey Craft Soaps

3. A tiny salt & pepper shaker set for the friend who loves to set the table.

For the Host

4. A Christmas tree scented candle with a crackling wood wick for that person who’s had the artificial tree up since November 1st.

Wild Serenity

5. A cotton canvas apron for the one whose desserts you never forget to save room for.

Xenotees

All photos courtesy of makers.

Spring Wishlist

Posted on April 9, 2019July 6, 2025 by Melissa Harrison

The weather has turned warm, the tulips and daffodils are coming up in the front garden and I have spring fever, bad. Here are some of the things I would love to welcome the new season with.

Daytripper Ringer Tee – Electric West | Trail Blazing Skirt – Steady Clothing | Seersucker Scoop One Piece Swimsuit – Aerie

Moxi Fundae Wheels – RollerGirl.ca | Fanta Overalls – Rosehound Apparel | Constance Sunglasses – Warby Parker | Triple Kick Rosalie Embroidered Jute Shoes – Keds

Feelin’ Good Bodysuit – Camp Collection | Tarte Twinkle Stick Highlighter – Sephora | Seamed Stockings in Champagne/Mustard – What Katie Did

All photos courtesy of retailers.

Handmade Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on November 20, 2018November 15, 2018 by Melissa Harrison

I hope you like these products as much as I do! Just so you know, I may collect a commission or other compensation from the links provided on this page.

1. Unique holiday greeting cards everyone (especially mom) will love.

Get them from The Critter Co for $6 each.

2. A dreamy necklace for the girl with her head in the clouds.

Get it from Curious Oddities for $75.20.

3. A deceivingly warm corduroy jumper for the girl who’s always cold.

Get it from Mod Dolly for $92.92.

4. A cross stitch kit for your crafty friend with bare walls.

Get it from Diana Watters Handmade for $35.

5. The cutest little polar bear necklace for the animal lover in your life.

Get it from Swimming Fox Studio for $23.

6. An effortlessly cool shelf for the new homeowner.

Get it from Stained Lace for $36.

7. A checklist map of Canada’s National Parks for your most adventurous friend.

Get it from Ello There for $45.50+, with lots of add-on options.

8. A subtly festive pinecone necklace for the friend who never wants Christmas to end.

Get it from Emery & Opal for $27.34.

9. A fuzzy friend for your littlest friend.

Get it from Miso Handmade for $20.51.

All photos courtesy of product makers.

Summer Shopping List

Posted on June 5, 2018July 6, 2025 by Melissa Harrison

Aerie swimsuit \\ Tarte eyeshadow palette \\ ModCloth skirt \\ Lime Crime semi-permanent hair colour \\ ModCloth shorts \\ ModCloth pajamas \\ ModCloth sandals \\ Rosehound Apparel top

I feel like my wardrobe is missing several key pieces this season. Last summer, I lived in old clothes that were sacrificed to new puppy nipping, pulling, jumping and playing. I didn’t buy anything new because I didn’t know when I would be able to have nice things again without fear that my new furry friend would destroy them. Now that she’s all grown up and doesn’t see shoes as tasty snacks and flowy hemlines as tug toys, I can wear whatever I want… but oh no! I have nothing to wear.

I won’t be able to pick up every item on my summer shopping list, but here are the fun and beautiful warm weather things I’ll certainly be choosing from.

Sparkle Collective DIY hoop art kit \\ ModCloth clutch \\ Les Tresors De Claudet vintage picnic basket \\ Coldfish vintage dress \\ Keds shoes \\ Warby Parker glasses \\ American Apparel shorts \\ Urban Outfitters swimsuit \\ Cat Mamola necklace \\ Oh Me Oh My dress

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