Loads of new Toodles earrings by Toodlebunny have also arrived - handmade by the also lovely and talented Trudy Wynans in Vancouver.....

The Air Canada dress by Floating Gold Iceberg is handmade in Victoria.  It can be layered under a cardigan while it's still cool and looks great with boots, plus the neckline lets you tuck a scarf right in.  Super cute belted or not and the sleeves can also be rolled up into a cuff.

We also received some more of the Sabrina Butterfly stretch linen pants everyone loves.  We have full length Bella Victoria pants in charcoal, black and brown, plus capris in black and khaki.

Some new goodies from Black Drop Designs have arrived including gorgeous new copper medallions and 28" long chains if you want a longer length for your Black Drop photo pendant.

Nicole Partridge recently brought in some new studs as well - made right here in the Comox Valley.

.......and this tencel twill dress with vintage ivory lace and of course, pockets!

These cinder + smoke bags are made from reclaimed leather and they have the greatest vintage fabric linings.....

We have in some cozy circle scarves and cowls that were made with love right here in the valley by local crocheting addict and artist, Destanne Lundquist.

The necklace above is a new piece from Erika Lauren who dropped by this week to bring us some more of her porcupine quill earrings (they're back!) as well as some other goodies......

So many creative people making gorgeous clothing and jewellery on this island!  And so many more in this province and country!  How many people can we convince in 2012 to try a local style "diet" which supports local artists, designers and communities? 

For those of you who have been patiently waiting and for those of you who missed out last year......they're here!!  The most adorable mittens around - Edit mittens - have arrived at the store.  Handmade from reclaimed wool sweaters, these mitts are lined with recycled fleece to keep your hands warm and cozy.  One-of-a-kind, eco-friendly and featuring fun details like vintage buttons and even swarovski crystals!  Here are a few of the pairs we received....

The Skyline Tunic below is made of 100% Tencel from eucalyptus and it feels amazing!

The Harvest Top below can be worn with either the v-neck or the scoop in the front.....

Loden hoodies are always super cozy and have really great pockets and hoods!

We have a couple of different styles in the Pedal Jacket which is perfect for spring and fall and can be layered over long sleeves in the winter....

We also have Loden accessories - handprinted headbands and linen circle scarves.....

We also have some fine Identity accessories for the guy(s?) on your list.  Plaid scarves with antler or geese prints, toques and pillows too!

Erika Lauren Jewellery is also handmade on Vancouver Island and Erika's focus is on clean, contemporary, sustainable design.  We have some pieces from her Noir Collection featuring porcupine quill bundles encased in sleek end caps.  Don't worry, no porcupines were harmed in the making of this jewellery!  The quills were naturally shed and collected in the prairies. 

There are lots of festivities happening in downtown Courtenay this weekend and many of your favourite small local businesses will be open late on Saturday so come join in the fun! 

The fit is incredible and the dress is actually knee length on us non-six foot model types.  Here are a few other Allison Wonderland pieces we have in the store.....

We are supposed to have the store windows all holidayed up before Downtown Courtenay's Christmas Magic weekend (November 26th and 27th) but I must admit, it seems too early to even be thinking of holiday decorating.  Maybe a vibrant red wool Allison Wonderland jacket or skirt will be the perfect starting point.....hmmm.