from my inbox (you can sign up for Magic Pony’s eblast on their site too)
…always a sure shot in Toronto for unique gifts, vinyl toys, illustration, graphic design, urban art, pop surrealism, character design, animation, comics and material arts.
MAGIC PONY SHOP & GALLERY
694 Queen St West, Toronto
416-861-1684
www.magic-pony.com
I know, I know – the whole moustache thing is so old school Williamsburg – and even Ossington strip Torontonians have been there done that….however, after briefly hanging out in club district this past weekend, I realize that these little fads we report on slowly, slowly and eventually make their way to the hoards of ‘regular’ people, fashion followers, mall shoppers if you will.
So, for at least 50% of readers who visit this site today, this cute little moustache fad will be new, hip and the next cool thing 
And I really do love these finds! (btw, there are hundreds of great handmade items on etsy.com)
1. First 3 Items: Moustache Handkerchiefs & Smooches Handkerchief
Avril Loreti
I recently discovered this Toronto designer online and love the fact that she maintains an Etsy site, website and blog! I love this ‘Smooches Handkerchief’ and had to add it to the bunch! Most of her hankies, pillows, coasters and totes are available online at Etsy or at a handful of shops, listed on her website.
2. Second 3 Items: Moustache Totes and Robot with Moustache
Anatomy of a Skirt – Away on Maternity Leave…
…but maybe, if you e-mail designer Erin Wilk, she may have more of these items laying around…
3. Third 3 Items: Moustache Pins, IPOD Cozy and Earmuffs
Yummy Pocket
++ click here to see more moustache on torontostreetfashion.com ++
http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/05/more-moustache/
http://www.torontostreetfashion.com/05/la-moustache/
Just a few – very affordable/Canadian hand-made – things I found on Etsy – pre-Valentine’s Day spirit…
Click on photo to go to each person’s Etsy Store:
Shopgirls.ca | 1342 Queen Street West | Local goods
Magic Pony |694 Queen Street West | Contemporary Artshop & Gallery
15% off Magic Pony Online:
To receive 15% off your next order enter “ILOVEMAGIC” in the Coupon Code area when you go to Checkout. It’s good for eveything in the web store – even Prints & Original Artwork!
Usually I start/finish my holiday gift shopping three days before Christmas – however, I always try to remember that the best gifts are to be acquired way before (better selection) and online shopping can be very rewarding – again, to be organized earlier!
There’s still time to do online holiday shopping – electronics, books and video games are so easy to buy online with free shipping from places like Future Shop and Amazon. But for more personalized, one-of-a-kind items I turn to Etsy.com: a massive marketplace of handmade, handpicked and affordable items >>
Canadian Crafters:
Steampunk Inspired Jewellery
A Second Time, Calgary, Alberta
asecondtime.etsy.com
Double-sided Hand-painted Pillows
Priscilla Mae, Niagara-On-The-Lake
priscillamae.etsy.com
Wall Art and Decals
beepart, London ON
beepart.etsy.com
Every year as Christmas comes around, I ambitiously make a list of all the things I can/want/might make for people to give as gifts. And honestly, it rarely happens – However, after seeing some great street fashion photos from other blogs, maybe, just maybe I’ll be inspired to get a little crafty.
There are a zillion ideas for easy homemade gifts like bath bombs, earring holder frames, collage art, fridge magnets…
But instead I thought it’d be much more fun to compile a DIY Fashionista Gift List – but beware, if you attempt any of these projects, you may end up keeping the ‘gift’ for yourself.
1. Shredded Shirts (photo from yvanrodic.blogspot.com)
How hard can this be? I figure you can take any shirt, new or used, and slice it up with a blade or exacto knife. I haven’t tried it, but judging from the outcome, looks like there is no right or wrong.
2. Safety Pin Shoulders, Bow Ties, T-Shirts…The possibilities are endless (ideas and photos at El Bosquejo )
Now this is a too cool gift and I’m not sure I know many people who could appreciate this kind of fashionable art. That aside, think of all the possibilities…
3. Miu Miu Thigh Highs – courtesy of Nylon Magazine
Requires some stockings, a bunch of dollar store craft supplies and some thread and needle knowledge. Maybe sit down in front of the tube and get to work – consider it the new knitting…
Karl Lagermouse
And if DIY gifting isn’t your thing, check out Alison Lawler-Dean’s beautiful blog Gifted with it’s pages of amazing, unique gift ideas you can buy (there’s even a DIY section for innovative giving)!
Holiday Pop-Up Boutique @ The Loft
Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Loft: 52 St. Lawrence Street, Unit #324, Toronto, ON
(Street parking available, accessible by streetcar Queen St. E/River St)
Shop dresses, bags, jewelry, make-up, cupcakes and wine from four Canadian designer lines: Psalms 91:1 Accessories, Brazen Hussy dresses, 442 McAdam handbags, and Aime by Monica Mei.
10% of profits go to Dr. Roz’s healing place, a local women’s shelter. http://drrozshealingplace.com/
Burroughes Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Thursday, December 3, 4 pm to 9 pm
Friday, December 4, 11 am to 9 pm
Saturday, December 5, 11 am to 9 pm
Sunday, December 6, 11 am to 6 pm
Burroughes Building: 639 Queen Street West at Bathurst, Toronto
The Burroughes Designer Department Store Holiday Pop-Up Shop, a four day showcase of great Toronto labels selling quality fashion, design, home and beauty buys including Phil Sparks, Carrie Hayes, Dalish Cosmetics, Petals, Soos Jewelry and Susana Erazo.
The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
Thursday, November 22 – Sunday, December 6, 2007
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place $10-$12
Some of our past coverage of artists at the One of a Kind Show:
Christmas 2006 artists including Lampwork Glass, Greenbaum Clothing and Spun >>
Lunacy Glass >>
Judy Black >>
Eco-Friendly Artists >>
