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Memorable Gifts
Take home a fashionable keepsake for yourself or your loved ones By Karen Stevens
Spacing This unique store, which grew out of a popular urban magazine of the same name, sells Toronto Transit Commission– themed buttons and magnets, along with other city-centric merchandise like maps, books and prints. 401 Richmond St. W., spacingstore.ca Subway buttons, $2 each
Drake General Store Festive onesies, cheeky iron-on decals and patriotic pennants are staples at this simultaneously kitschy and stylish shop. The Drake’s eclectic gifts include home goods, lapel pins, dish ware and apparel. 1151 Queen St. W.; 2607 Yonge St.; other locations, drakegeneralstore.ca Torus tea diffuser set, $72
Easy Tiger Goods The beautifully staged Easy Tiger Goods is a fun shop to peruse on a slow Sunday afternoon. Its array of whimsical, well-designed items and little indulgences, like pineapple and jackfruit jam and sleek handmade pottery pieces set against minimalist white walls, will make you feel like you’re stepping into a page right out of Kinfolk. 1447 Dundas St. W., easytigergoods.com Carry On Cocktail Kit, $35
Bergo Designs Set aside some time to explore Bergo Designs’ vast collection of beautifully curated items from a host of internationally renowned designers. Add personality to your home with an awardwinning coffee maker from Alessi, classy Eva Solo bar ware or a chic watering can from Kikkerland. 28 Tank House Ln., bergodesigns.ca Concrete plant lamp, $38
ShopAGO Stop by the Art Gallery of Ontario’s gift shop and browse a curated selection of souvenirs and artisan-made items, including prints, jewellery, home decor pieces, and art, design and photography books. 317 Dundas St. W., ago.net/shop Bark edge maple bowl, $155
Brika After a series of successful pop-ups, this online retailer of all things crafted set up its first permanent shop on Queen Street West. The rotating selection of contemporary crafts includes everything from handmade jewellery to small-batch beauty products to quirky stuff for kids that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. 642 Queen St. W.;
other locations, brika.com Blush mug, $26
VdeV Maison The industrial- and vintageinspired items at this beautiful home decor and furniture store make this the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind gift for that trendy friend. Browse the delicate terrariums, splashy throw pillows, antique-inspired door pulls and fun gadgets—and maybe even leave with a few things for yourself. 120 Ossington Ave., vdevmaison.com Cocoon pendant light, $225 Essential toronto
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Memorable Gifts
Take home a fashionable keepsake for yourself or your loved ones By Karen Stevens
Spacing This unique store, which grew out of a popular urban magazine of the same name, sells Toronto Transit Commission– themed buttons and magnets, along with other city-centric merchandise like maps, books and prints. 401 Richmond St. W., spacingstore.ca Subway buttons, $2 each
Drake General Store Festive onesies, cheeky iron-on decals and patriotic pennants are staples at this simultaneously kitschy and stylish shop. The Drake’s eclectic gifts include home goods, lapel pins, dish ware and apparel. 1151 Queen St. W.; 2607 Yonge St.; other locations, drakegeneralstore.ca Torus tea diffuser set, $72
Easy Tiger Goods The beautifully staged Easy Tiger Goods is a fun shop to peruse on a slow Sunday afternoon. Its array of whimsical, well-designed items and little indulgences, like pineapple and jackfruit jam and sleek handmade pottery pieces set against minimalist white walls, will make you feel like you’re stepping into a page right out of Kinfolk. 1447 Dundas St. W., easytigergoods.com Carry On Cocktail Kit, $35
Bergo Designs Set aside some time to explore Bergo Designs’ vast collection of beautifully curated items from a host of internationally renowned designers. Add personality to your home with an awardwinning coffee maker from Alessi, classy Eva Solo bar ware or a chic watering can from Kikkerland. 28 Tank House Ln., bergodesigns.ca Concrete plant lamp, $38
ShopAGO Stop by the Art Gallery of Ontario’s gift shop and browse a curated selection of souvenirs and artisan-made items, including prints, jewellery, home decor pieces, and art, design and photography books. 317 Dundas St. W., ago.net/shop Bark edge maple bowl, $155
Brika After a series of successful pop-ups, this online retailer of all things crafted set up its first permanent shop on Queen Street West. The rotating selection of contemporary crafts includes everything from handmade jewellery to small-batch beauty products to quirky stuff for kids that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. 642 Queen St. W.;
other locations, brika.com Blush mug, $26
VdeV Maison The industrial- and vintageinspired items at this beautiful home decor and furniture store make this the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind gift for that trendy friend. Browse the delicate terrariums, splashy throw pillows, antique-inspired door pulls and fun gadgets—and maybe even leave with a few things for yourself. 120 Ossington Ave., vdevmaison.com Cocoon pendant light, $225 Essential toronto
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