Our Trip to the Toronto Christmas Market

Nothing gets you feeling festive like a trip to the Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District. I decided to take a day off and adventure with the kids and I'm so glad we did!

As a newbie to the market I wasnt sure what to expect nor was I sure if the kids would like it. My boys are a bit older now and luckily for me are into both shopping and eating and there was plenty of that! I would recommend purchasing your tickets ahead of time if you are going on the weekend (the market is free admission weekdays and before 5 on Fridays). We went around 3pm on a Saturday and got in ahead of the lineup.

There are tons of little pop up booths with food and gift items in addition to the regular shops. My favourite food treat were the potato tornados from Das Kartoffelhaus but there was no shortage of goodies for those with a sweet tooth. The kids brought home some sensational sugar and gingerbread cookies from The Gingerbread House. The hardest part was only choosing a couple!

In addition to all of the shopping and eating we enjoyed listening to the wonderful carollers and the boys couldn't resist a ride on the carrousel and Ferris wheel where they had a great view of the CN Tower. After dark the giant Christmas tree and all the lights were absolutely breathtaking! And what better way to finish the day then a visit with the jolly man himself at Santa's House.

Check out the full list of what you can find at the Toronto Christmas Market website.

From Our Handmade Friends: Kindred Krafting Black Friday Sale

Our handmade friend Kindred Krafting is offering a great Black Friday sale! I have always been a fan of her work and have watched her business grow over the years. She offers a variety of products including mugs, ornaments, signs and paper crafts. Pop over to her page and have a blast seeing her unique creations. You have until 7pm tonight to take advantage of her sale!

Back and Better Than Ever!

My goodness this blog has been hearing crickets over the last couple of years! I apologize for my absence in the land of blogging. I will admit there were lots of life changes and I had lost my zest for writing.

This post is just a quick note to stay tuned there are lots of things coming your way.....

Winter Blues Sale Now On!

Kawartha Beads Giveaway on Simply Frugal

I'm thrilled to have once again been included in Simply Frugal's Holiday Gift Guide for Etsy. Be sure to stop by and check out all of the great Etsy businesses AND be sure to enter the giveaway for a $40 Gift Pack from Kawartha Beads!

A Thanksgiving Celebration

The Canadian Thanksgiving weekend will be upon us shortly. While it reminds me that summer is behind us and snow is on the horizon I just love all of the beautiful decor, luxurious colours and of course delicious food associated with this time of year. Below find a collection of some of my fav's and be sure to stop by these amazing businesses and pages to find out more!

 

Top Left: Pammett's Flower Shop

Top Right: Locket and Load It

Bottom Left: Sarita Baby

Bottom Right: Delmar Creations

Now on Pinterest (I know finally!)

 Kawartha Beads is finally on Pinterest! I hope you will follow along with our great new products as well as some of the other fun ideas we find along the way!

Visit Kawartha Beads 's profile on Pinterest.