One of my very favorite Comox Valley artists, April Lacheur, is moving away next month and her last show in the Valley is coming up this weekend.  It's April's art on canvas that's in the Shi belt buckles, cuffs and pendants we have in the store.  April will be at the Art & Bloom Festival at the Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens this Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  She is planning to have some special deals just to thank Valley residents for their support.  So if you're like me and have been coveting a piece of April's art for a while - now is the time!  I know just the piece I want and you'll probably see it up in the store next week (unless my living room can't part with it!).  

Besides her beautiful paintings, April will also have cards, prints, painted bags and journals at the festival. 

April is an incredible artist and an all around fantastic and inspiring person - she will be missed!


Also just a reminder......there's only a week left in May to get your name into our draw for a $50 gift certificate (see below in my earlier post for details)!

Tracy, the designer of Dear Pony (from Nelson, BC), has just sent us the cutest tops.....

I think this one's my favorite - something about the eyes......

Another super cute top, but this one is by Two of Hearts....

There are lots of other new tops in without critters on them too!!  Just in time for this fantastic weather we're having - and the weekend is here - happy Friday!

Fantastic new handmade cards by the wonderful Sharilyn of Plain Jane Designs have arrived....which is great cause I need one for my mom!

To celebrate Mother's Day we have a special offer for all you moms, daughters, aunts, grandmothers, sisters and friends.  Stop in this Friday or Saturday, May 7th and 8th, from 11-5 and EVERYTHING in the store (including brand new spring items and jewellery!) will be discounted by at least 15% and as much as 50% off!  All you have to do is ask to "draw a discount" when you're ready to make your purchase.  You might draw 15%, 25% or even 50% off!  It's the perfect time to treat yourself..... maybe to a new dress by Allison Wonderland....

Or maybe a new spring top or skirt by Allison Wonderland....

 A mug or vase by Horn of Plenty would make a great mom's day gift (or gift to yourself!)....

And don't forget the jewellery - scroll down for more ideas!  Just remember to ask to "draw a discount" when you're ready to make your purchase because this offer is just for you. 

 HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Everyone who signs up to join our mailing list in the month of May will be automatically entered into a draw for a $50 gift certificate.  Being on our mailing list means you'll receive emails (very occasionally) with information regarding sales, promotions, and special events so you won't miss out on anything. 

You can sign up and enter the draw by filling out the short form on our contact page or stopping by the store.  The winner will be notified by email at the beginning of June.

Up until now you were unable to post any comments on our blog but that's changed as of today.  So if you get the urge to comment on something you see or read, or even if you have a question, you can just click on "comments" and type one in.

Also for all you Skyler lovers, most of the spring Skyler order has now arrived at the store - including new bamboo dresses, skirts, tanks, capris and shorts.  I don't have pictures for you this time - sorry!

Jenifer Forrest is the oh so creative designer of the Bennie & Olive belt buckles we have in the store. This spring she made a beautiful garden diorama (remember those?) and then took photos of different parts of the garden to use for her spring collection of handmade coin purses, sunglass cases and luggage tags.  Here's what the diorama looked like....

Each coin purse, sunglass case, and luggage tag features a small part of Jen's garden creation....

You won't lose your luggage with these colourful tags attached and they keep all of your personal information hidden inside.