MAY28th

WHOO!! May28th is here!! Ok- you might be getting a little confused or assume we are just a little bit off on the calendar. Nope! May28th is the new brand of watches we are carrying in the stores!! These watches are super fun and come in an eclectic and vast collection of bright patterns, cool graphics and every colour under the sun. The collection is so much fun, and there is definitely something for everyone. At only $39.95 each, you can actually afford to get a couple! One for each wrist maybe? The brand May28th is the creation of Latvian designer Agni Tilla, who like all great designers invented a product when faced with a personal need, in this case interesting, colourful and affordable watches to wear everyday. With Canadian designer Gillian Johnson now developing many of the designs; influenced by texture, nature, art and graphic design, these watches are truly a unique and functional accessory for everyone. The watches have a quartz movement, are water resistant, and have a plastic face and band.
Come check 'em out!

"Finally", I think to myself as I take a sip of my cocktail, "my place is ready for my awesome patio party!". The doorbell rings and the first of my guests arrives. "We loved the invitations you sent out!" they say. "Would you actually have us killed if we didn't show up?". "Obviously", I say.

I pour them drinks from my Zak! acrylic pitcher
and serve them hors d'oeuvres from my bright red Zak! melamine tray.
"I love your patio ware! Is it all BPA, PVC, Phthlate and Lead free?" "Why yes, yes it is, thanks for asking!"

The doorbell rings again- the rest of my guests have arrived! I usher everyone onto my patio and we bask in the sun (my fair-skinned friends take shelter under my brightly coloured umbrellas).

I hear my robot kitchen timer buzzing from inside, so I run into the kitchen to get the rest of the food ready.

My multi-colour footed nesting bowls from Zak! are perfect for serving up all my dips,veggies and salads.
As I head back out to the patio with all the food, I see my guests have broken out the margaritas and are already thoroughly enjoying themselves. Good thing I'm using my acrylic margarita glasses, in case things get a little tipsy.


As the sun sets, I light my floating candles
and turn on the string of lights I made summer appropriate by dolling them up with mini organza lantern covers. What seems like minutes later, I look at my cute zen floral clock

and realize it's much too late and my guests and I have taken far too many shots from my man & woman shot glasses.


As I gently kick all my friends out of my house, I pat myself on the back for throwing such a successful patio party!

(Super cute product story by Emily in Vancouver! Thanks Em!)

Tis the season (for gettin' hitched)!

It's that time of year again,... wedding season, that magical time of year you start to find yourself busy every other weekend with bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, bachelor(ette) parties and the BIG DAY. Whether it's your 2nd cousin on your mother's side, your co-worker or your best friend, the one thing you can always seem to count on is scrambling to find the perfect gift for the happy couple. Don't fret- we gotcha covered!

This super cute collection of laser cut lace-inspired items include trays, candle holders, bowl and other tableware. Best of all they are on for a great deal! $4.95-$17.95ea

Porcelain lamps look great even turned off, and create a super romantic glow when turned on. Plus, they are just ridiculously cute. $51.95

Instead of gifting another bottle or two of wine, why not give them something classy to actually hold and show off their bottles? Wine Racks: $25.95-67.95

In due time, that new couple will be entertaining at their place and hopefully having you over for some grub. Maybe it would be a good idea to give them a new salad bowl so they can retire that old mixing bowl?
This is just a little samplin' of ideas- we can't wait to help you pick out that perfect gift for that special couple and solve those gift conundrum woes.

Summer is here! (HOPEFULLY!)

Its been hard to get excited about Summer sincethe weather has been such a cruel mistress lately (hail in MAY?!!, are you kidding me?), but lets all keepour collective fingers crossed we have weathered the storm and are now on the way to bright, clear days and warm sunshine.
In the spirit of optimism, let us share with you some of theawesome new summer essentials (and fun non-essentials too!) we have in the stores:

Super fun recycled melamine ware great for the outdoor get togethers or even just brightening up the kitchen for everyday ware!

Ice cream on a picnic? Yum!! Enjoy your favourite cold dishes you've never dreamed about taking out with you with these babies!

Ok, so this badass octopus kite will probably represent my summer. It is GIANT reaching 260" long!! This will definitely attract any eyes within a kilometer radius.

(This kite is not responsible for any jealousy from others).

Portable ping pong, my idea of a good time. Conveniently packed and ready to go for any occasion involving a hard surface (or any surface that could make the game more interesting).

VANCOUVER SUPER SALE!

We are having a CRAZY SALE in our Vancouver location, for no good reason other than to give you a great deal on some fresh stuff for your home! (OK, and we were jealous of the Victoria location's Birthday Sale...)

Starting today you get 25% OFF all the following stuff (tons of stuff we JUST GOT IN! Crazy, right?!), and more! Come check it out!!

Linens:

-cushions, curtains, rugs & all curtain hardware

-kitchen & table linens; tablecloths, placemats, napkins and more

Kitchenware:

-ALL CERAMIC DISHES!

-Prep work basics such as mixing bowls, prep bowls, ramekins, & so much more

-All food storage jars, spice jars & canisters (and we just got totally stocked up on all these too!)

-Cake stands, sauce dishes, butter dishes, mortar & pestles, cruets

Drinkware:

-ALL STEMWARE & DRINKING GLASSES!

-Glass pitchers (hello, Sangria & Lemonade weather is approaching!)

-Barware- shot glasses, martini shakers, glassware

-Tea/Coffee- teapots, coffee presses, infusers, cups and travel mugs

ALSO- we are putting all NAPPA handbags and some of our Seagrass baskets on sale @ 25% off!

LITERALLY HALF THE STORE IS ON SALE! I almost can't believe it!

For anyone who has just moved into a new place, this is your chance to stock up or replace all those things you need, and save some dough at the same time.

Looking for a Mother's Day present for your awesome Mom? Look no further- we've got it and we won't let the cat out of the bag that you got it at a great deal (but, hey- wouldn't she be proud?).

Gift Recipient: "The Minimalist"

Gift Idea: Greyscale Ultra-Thin Clock, O' Snap Wastebin, White Fliphook, White Magnetter, ($39.95, $21.95, $29.95, $12.95)

"Simple, useful and great looking design; these items really fit the bill. I wouldn't even consider myself a minimalist (in the least) but all these items are on wishlist this season."- Tanis (Vancouver)

Gift Recipient: " Your Travel Buddy"

Gift Idea: Paper Soap & Shampoo, Travel Games, Taco Luggage Tag ($6.45, $12.95, $3.95)

"These little stocking stuffers will make travels with your partner stink-free and plane rides super fun!"- Joyelle (Vancouver)