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Looking for Cute Clothes to Tuck Under the Tree? Try beansprout.ca!

November 30, 2013 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

Beansprout.ca is a cool kid's boutique clothing site that features quality unique children's wear and accessories  Bean sprout is a small independently owned Canadian store that operates out of Toronto. The owner, Trish Haddad, is passionate about bright colourful clothing for children and personally chooses each piece based on its style, quality, wear-ability and … [Read more...]

beansprout.ca ~ unique fashions for children

March 3, 2013 by Deanna Tousignant 39 Comments

I recently discovered beansprout.ca, a cool kid's boutique clothing site, featuring quality unique children's wear and accessories  Bean sprout is a small independently owned Canadian store that operates out of Toronto. The owner, Trish Haddad, is passionate about bright colourful clothing for children and personally chooses each piece based on its style, quality, wear-ability … [Read more...]

Unique Boutique Kid’s Clothes with beansprout.ca

February 19, 2013 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

I just discovered a fantastic kid's boutique clothing site, beansprout.ca. I picked out an adorable outfit for Rocket's 3rd birthday, and I'll have a full review and giveaway coming up soon. However, I couldn't wait that long to share this one with you guys. At first glance I was head over heels at the list of designer brands that they carry, some of my favourites, like … [Read more...]

Eco-Friendly Gift Giving with Greenmunch.ca ~ Holiday Giving Prize Pack ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012

November 27, 2012 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

Small Canadian on-line retailer Greenmunch.ca is all about green. They carry an amazing selection of eco-friendly products, from paper straws and compostable wooden cutlery to backpacks and shoes, art supplies, cleaning supplies and more. Start browsing around their site and your sure to find a green gift for someone on your holiday shopping list. Greenmunch is offering one … [Read more...]

All-Canadian Gift Giving! ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012

November 25, 2012 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

Check out this unique Made in Canada giftwrapping solution, the Colour Me Gift Wrap Kit. Each kit comes with a 70cm square unbleached white cotton wrap and two dual tipped non-toxic, child safe fabric pens. Perfect for kids to decorate, or for group gifts where everyone can doodle and sign the wrap. Or perhaps start a family tradition where more gets added to the wrap each … [Read more...]

Grassroots – Preloved Betty Mitts, Fuzzy Warm Mittens

November 25, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

I had a chance to check out a few items from the Grassroots 2011 Green Gift Guide, and one of the first things I picked out was a pair of Preloved Betty Mitts. I love the concept behind the Preloved Betty Mitts. Preloved is a Canadian company that operates out of Toronto, creating one-of-a-kind clothing from reclaimed vintage fabrics. Their Betty Mitts are made from remnants … [Read more...]

For the Locals! Fall for Art at the Riverside Library

November 12, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

The Arts Council Windsor & Region is working together with the Riverside Library to host a series of art sales. The first is tomorrow. To quote their blurb: "Whether you're interested in paintings, photography, greeting cards, pottery, jewellery, fabric arts or beeswax candles, you're bound to find these and more at our exhibit and sale of unique, handcrafted and … [Read more...]

Grassroots – Kids Konserve Thermos {Review}

October 11, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

A while back I discovered Grassroots, an eco-friendly online Canadian storefront based out of Toronto.  Providing my daughter with litterless lunches is a priority for me and Grassroots was a great place to start as they have an excellent selection of litterless lunch options to choose from.  Such as this Kids Konserve Thermos that they gave me the chance to check … [Read more...]

Cool Canadian Retailer Alert – Grassroots, Eco-Friendly Online Store

September 8, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

I just found a cool new Canadian website. Well, it's new to me at least. Actually, they've been around for over 16 years and have two brick and mortar stores in Toronto, as well as the online storefront.   Where am I talking about?  The place is called Grassroots, and considering their many achievements, including being Voted Best Eco-Store in Canada by Today's Parent magazine, … [Read more...]

Awesome Sale Alert – Back to School with Giving Gifts

August 30, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

I have mentioned Giving Gifts a few times in the past, and I think you guys know I'm a big fan. They are definitely one of my favourite Canadian online stores. Lisa, the ever awesome owner of Giving Gifts (remember when I interviewed her?), has a knack for picking unique, high quality, fair trade, and eco-friendly items. Right now she has a fantastic Back to School sale … [Read more...]

{ Great Canadian Blog Bash Sponsor } Bibagogo

June 23, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant Leave a Comment

I am excited to announce that Bibagogo is one of my prize sponsors for the upcoming Great Canadian Blog Bash. I had the chance to test out a pair of Bibagogos back in December (You can check out my original Bibagogo review HERE).  These bibs are pretty ingeniously designed.  The front has a wide bottom "catch" pocket . On the reverse of the bib, there is a pocket at the … [Read more...]

Envirosax Bags from Giving Gifts {Review}

April 15, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant 8 Comments

I am usually pretty pro-environment, but I have to fess up and tell you... I hate the new trend towards having to pay for plastic bags.  I know plastic bags are bad for the environment.  I understand the well meaning concept behind attempting to encourage people to use reusable bags.  I get it.  My problem is, I can never remember to bring the darn things … [Read more...]

Lisa from Giving Gifts { Independent Interview }

February 21, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant 14 Comments

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...]

Bibagogo Multi-Purpose Roll & Go Bib {Review + Giveaway}

January 13, 2011 by Deanna Tousignant 203 Comments

I received a little Christmas surprise from Bibagogo. A bib each for my two girls!  These bibs are pretty ingeniously designed. They roll up nicely to fit in a purse or diaper bag. On the reverse of the bib, there is a pocket at the bottom designed to hold a spoon, and two side pockets for holding two wee face cloths.  The bib set includes the two washcloths and a Heinz baby … [Read more...]

{ Independent Interview } Eva from Little Cool Toys

December 5, 2010 by Deanna Tousignant 4 Comments

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...]

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