I had a great visit at HomeSense last week. If I had an unlimited budget (and a mansion) I would have gone crazy and filled up my shopping cart with loads of goodies. Instead, I picked up a few pretty gifts for friends and family.
I think this collection of serving platters, bowls and cake stands is especially beautiful.
photo by Jordana at HomeSense
by Johanne
With Easter just over one week away, we thought it was high time we featured a few themed items.
Here’s what’s making us think in pastels this month at Crate & Barrel:
Earthenware egg platter, $24.95
Porcelain egg crate, $6.95
Bunny and carrot cookie cutter set, $3.95
Stencil set: chick, bunny, butterfly, $5.95
Use this to get those slices of cucumber absolutely perfect!
cutting board, 26 Euro, Daikty Viesbutis
by Johanne
But of course we adore Lacoste– the brand is always so fresh and so clean.
This April we’re excited to see new pieces designed in collaboration with French fashion designer Catherine Malandrino.
Malandrino brings a sexy chicness to the heritage and timelessly cool vibe that is all things Lacoste. Described as a fusion of “masculine sportif with a feminine perspective,” we think this capsule collection will spring off the shelves in no time.
Today, a sneak peek:
The collection will be available at Holt Renfrew across Canada and at Lacoste stores.
If you’ve not yet heard of Ten Thousand Villages, I’m happy to share it with you today. This fair trade company, founded 60 years ago, carries handmade jewelry, linens, art, toys and food from around the world. Its mission is to create opportunities for artisans in to earn a fair wage by bringing their stories and products to our markets through fair trading relationships.
Company stores opened in 1997 and in the years 2008-2010, Ten Thousand Villages was named one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by the Ethisphere Institute and Forbes Magazine.
embroidered gift pouch (Bangladesh), $2
earrings (Indonesia), $34
mug (Indonesia), $18
rattan stool (Philippines), $42
white applique bed cover (India), $112.50
Images courtesy of Ten Thousand Villages.