One of the highlights of the Christmas season is being able to check out all the gorgeous handmade goods at the One of a Kind show.
I’m a huge sucker for anything handmade really, and there were so many really neat things. There are so many things that I wanted to buy, but I had to resist. It’s so easy to spend so much money, especially since they all take credit card now too, thanks to Square!
I managed to get all of my Christmas shopping done, so I won’t be able to post to many pictures of what I bought, but I’m extremely pleased since that was my goal!
I can though, say what booths I purchased from, and the booths that I would purchase from in the future!
Paper Products
I especially have a huge soft spot for paper products. I stopped at pretty much every booth that had adorable cards or prints, and made mental notes of ones that I will eventually purchase. Just pile it on me please! I will take it all!
Ink Petals Press – I purchased a couple gifts from here, and they had an adorable collection set, but I did find them a little pricier for their stuff, but maybe it was just me. They would have made great gifts, but $75 was a little out of my price range!
Sprouts Press – I loved her stuff, but again, was another one that I thought was a little too pricey. Her journals were all naturally dyed, and looked stunning. But they were $60 each. Ouch. She also had some cute little stationary sets, but at $30 they were also out of my budget!
The SilkPulp – They had adorable prints and cards! She made them all by hand cutting the images out. They were stunning. And they are all able to be custom made, which is amazing. They would be great for a kids room, and the quotes would be great for bathrooms or offices.
Mehoi– She has a store in the Distillery district, so I know where I’ll be going for stationary needs 😉 Her cards are completely adorable, and I love the almost manga-like style of the drawings. She also makes notebooks, prints, decals, and temporary tattoos! How fun!
Made in Brockton Village – I actually bought a print from them because he was just too cute to resist! And decently priced at $15.00, I definitely couldn’t leave him there. These guys also do custom wedding invitations and things like that, so definitely one to keep on file for when I might need them!
Jewellery
There was so much jewellery to choose from, and it was all so intricate and gorgeous! I was definitely not in the market for any of this stuff [yet], but was more drawn to bracelets and necklaces. Is it too much to hope for a ring this Christmas? 😉
Stick Man Creations – These were adorable. I love them, and I’ll most likely buy a few once I’ve fixed my necklace, or incorporate it with the one that I know I’m getting for Christmas from Andrew’s parents.
Diane Balit – These were amazing hand painted watches, if I needed one or knew someone who needed a new one, this definitely would have been an amazing buy for them! Each one was stunning, and just crazy that it was all hand painted!
Flavours
Cassis Monna et Filles – OMG. I don’t know about you, but I got my love of cassis (black currant) from my mom, and younger days growing up on Ribena. This booth was just dedicated to different kinds of cassis sweet and savoury sauces and jams. The vinegarette was delicious, and I did walk away with an apple, pear, and black currant marmalade. Om nom nom!
Les Caprices D’Angeline – Another amazing Quebec foodie flavour. They definitely know their stuff out there! This one was the cutest lady ever, who started with just making honey [she’s a beekeeper], and then it grew into making honey based jams and sweet sauces like caramel, chocolate, fudge… mm. I’m drooling just thinking about it! She also has vinegarettes as well, and I bought one of their sets for a Christmas present!
Fabric/Textiles
Art That Moves – Yes, this is where I had my “a-ha” moment. I decided that I was going to wrap all of my presents in tea towels! Brilliant! They were so pretty
Ceramics
Creations Li – Her stuff was so adorable. If I had the space, and a not-so destructive cat, I would have her adorable bowls all over the house.
Greg Voisin Pottery – I meant to go back to this booth and pick out a mug, or a bowl to take home, but I got so carried up with buying presents for other people that I forgot to go shopping for myself. Shock! But, I will find them in Hamilton probably and buy a cup for myself.
Candles
Smells Like Canada – If you don’t know about these guys yet, where have you been? I first read about them in the newspaper, and then again on Zubie’s Musings. The face that they’ve taken scents of cities and put them into candles is amazing. Calgary Rawhide – now that’s what a real man smells like, mmhmm. And Cabane a Sucre is the most amazing delicious smell ever. Pure winter candy.
Couldn’t make this show? Don’t worry, the One of a Kind show will be back! Join them in March, the 25-29th for the Spring show and sale, or you can shop online all year round!
