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My New Blog

Tuesday, August 23, 2011 by Chris

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Some of you noted my absence from styleNorth earlier this month but I wasn't kicking back at a cottage, I was working harder than ever trying to get my new blog off the ground, ThisLittleVegan.ca. Back in the spring I was seeing a Naturopath about a variety of complaints — stomach problems, lethargy, arthritis — and after three appointments my ND broached the subject of an alkaline diet (rich in fruits and vegetables) versus an acid diet (rich in meat, dairy and grains). “A vegan diet (alkaline) will help combat ALL of your symptoms,” he said. “I know it sounds radical and yes, it would be a big adjustment but the anti-inflammatory benefits can be massive if you’re willing to give it a try.” And so I did . . .

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Milton Antiques Expo

Tuesday, July 19, 2011 by Chris

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The folks who run the Christie Antiques Show are getting ready for their summer fair next weekend (July 23) outside Milton, Ontario. Staged at Country Heritage Park, just off the 401 at 8560 Tremaine Road, Gadsden’s Midsummer Antique Expo has lined up 120 dealers from Ontario, Quebec and PEI bringing a selection of antiques, collectibles, retro design and art; $10 admission, kids get in free.

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Fabricland Closeout Sale

Wednesday, June 29, 2011 by Chris

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The Fabricland location in Toronto's Hudson's Bay Centre (2 Bloor Street East) is in the midst of a major closing sale with discounts starting at 50 per cent and going up (down?) from there. I stopped in on Sunday to scout fabric for my new daybed but didn't fall in love with anything. Which is not to say that I went home empty handed; I bought a great pair of sewing scissors and a good hot-glue gun, both for half price. And you can bet I had to line-up to make the purchase, I've never seen that normally sleepy basement outlet so jammed with happy shoppers.

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Antique Sundays at the Brick Works

Thursday, June 2, 2011 by Chris

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Is Toronto big enough for two Sunday antique markets? Dealer Roy Clifford, left, thinks it is and he’s taking the plunge this Sunday (June 5) with the inaugural Rosedale Valley Antique Market to be held through October at the Evergreen Brick Works. Clifford has local dealers and several from outside the city lined-up to take part in the new venture, which will set up under the site’s central, covered pavilion. I get the full story on The Grid this week, including comments from St. Lawrence Sunday Market boss Marlene Cook.

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The Goobye Girls

Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by Chris

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I was deeply saddened to receive an email from Holly Gnaedinger last week announcing the closing of Twice Found, the "vintage modern" shop she has run with partner Marie Lyons-Cooper for the past four and a half years. Holly says business has been in a tailspin since Mirvish Books closed in 2009 and it's time to take a step back and reevaluate. Holly and Marie will be winding things down through the end of June but the stock is already dwindling so drop in sooner rather than later. Lighting and furniture — Holly still has a beautiful mid-century walnut dining table — is reduced by 50 per cent, tableware and pottery is marked down 25 - 50 per cent and Marie's jewellery is separated into bargain bins of $2 (values up to $10), $5 (values up to $18) and $10 (values up to $25); all other jewellery 25% off. Asian pieces are discounted 50 per cent.

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