What do these three women have in common? They're all mums, and they all own and operate their own small businesses. One studied criminology at University, because she was certain she wanted to be a police officer. One moved to Canada from South Africa. Another came here from Denmark, where she worked in a big international company for customers in Latin America. Do you … [Read more...]
Stephanie from Zimbali Boutique { Independent Interview }
Next up in my series of interviews with independent retailers is Stephanie from Zimbali Boutique. Stephanie creates one of a kind floral headbands. She is more than just a lady with a glue gun. All of her flowers are created from scratch by hand. She makes some truly lovely and unique designs. You can check out her work on Facebook and on Etsy, and you can read more about … [Read more...]
Lisa from Giving Gifts { Independent Interview }
For the second in what I hope will be a series of interviews with independent retailers, I contacted Lisa from Giving Gifts. Giving Gifts is an online shop that operates out of Vancouver, BC. They carry a range of fair trade, eco friendly and fun items for babies, kids, adults and pets. Lisa, the owner and operator of Giving Gifts, was kind enough to grant me an … [Read more...]
{ Independent Interview } Eva from Little Cool Toys
For my first in what I hope will be a series of interviews with independent retailers, I contacted Eva from Little Cool Toys. Little Cool Toys is an online toyshop that operates out of Levis, Quebec. They carry a range of natural, eco friendly, handmade and organic children`s toys. Eva, the owner and operator of Little Cool Toys, was kind enough to grant me … [Read more...]
Independent Interviews – My Grand New Idea
I think you all know that I love supporting and promoting independent retailers. I've been thinking that it would be great to get to know some of the people behind these stores a little better. The one thing that's missing from online shopping is that personal connection that you make when you shop at a small local business. So I'm planning on starting a series, … [Read more...]