Rare Hands Good

January days are slow and peaceful here. But, as always, we've got new stuff coming in. And all local, y'all!

Ok, so our newest line Rare Specimens is something that I'm really excited about. Jane, on the other hand, is bashful about it. That's probably because she's the maker behind these natural mineral accessories.

Jane has always dabbled in jewelry making, but it's hard to find the time for our crafty side, right? I'm really thrilled that she's motivated about it again, because I mean, look at these earrings. They're lovely.

Eleven years ago during March Break Jane and I went to Florida. With her dad. It was one of the defining moments of our friendship, as road trips tend to be. While we were there, we combed the beach looking for "rare specimens" to bring home with us. As Jane is interested in using natural materials, the name is a nod to that. So obviously, I like that a lot.

Yay for Jane!

This past weekend, our store was home to an intimate acoustic performance from Toronto band Hands & Teeth, in anticipation of the release of their first full length album Hunting Season. They left a limited number of copies at the store, and if how fast their EP Enjoy Your Lifestyle sold here were any indication, these will go fast too. The album design was actually done by our friend and bandmate Adam, and I am really smitten by it. Just a really awesome and talented bunch of people to support all around.

We're super excited to now be stocking Good Night, Day knits. Knit here in Hamilton by Tara-Lynn, these sweet pieces are luxurious and super soft and warm. All of her designs are named after different small towns in Ontario, and it's such a genius and heartwarming idea.

Jane and I are both in love with the dip-dyed Meaford Cowl. We just can't seem to get a photo that will do it justice. The colour variations are so subtle, yet so very stunning.

I gave Jane the camera for this one and instructed her "more cowl, less face." If this were a school assignment and I were the teacher, I'd probably give her 40% on her composition. But, she tried. She should stick to jewelry making.