happy samichlaus day!


"December 6th is a big day for swiss kids: Tonight, thousands of swiss kids will receive a visit from Samichlaus — that's Swiss German for St. Nick — and his black-clad henchman, Schmutzli. Kids usually await his arrival impatiently and slightly frightened. Samichlaus knocks on their door, enters and consults his big book of sins — co-authored by village parents — and does some light-hearted moralizing. Kids can earn a little forgiveness by reciting a poem. After this and some assurances that they will reform, Samichlaus allows the children to reach deep into his bag for a smattering of tangerines, nuts, gingerbread, and other treats." - from swiss miss!  (Picture originally uploaded by Rick Steve)



i love hearing this story from Daniel!  his stories about Schmutzli are actually a lot more terrifying than what's written above.  next time you're in the shop, ask him.  him and his older brother were terrified!  that is until his kindergarten teacher told him the truth about Samichlaus.  can you imagine?  he ran home crying...what a teacher - shattering the dreams of little swiss 5 year olds. 

give and save this weekend!

this weekend, bring in a non-perishable food item and receive 10% off everything in the shop* - give and save!

enjoy a homemade cookie and something to drink while we get your wrapping done for you for free!







yup.  home baked cookies. 

*not applicable on books and exhibit pieces.

hope to see you soon!

xo daniel and caroline



to get you in the holiday mood...

we just received some beautiful letterpress cards and they are all hand printed on an antique press





 and of course we have a much bigger seletion at the store and there is still more arriving!

fieldwork, product overview from these clever, clever kids.


Knot

Amanda Huynh
Based on traditional Japanese furoshiki cloths and wrapping techniques, Knot can be used as both a laptop case and as a scarf. A pattern of small felt triangles is sealed between a coloured cotton layer and a water-resistant nylon layer. This pattern in the material allows Knot to accommodate the corners of a laptop as well as provide interesting form as a garment.
$119


Resurface

Anna Gukov
In a jewelry box of ghosts and relics lay buried memories of what has passed between family, lovers and friends. Jewelry tells a story about its owner, however not all such stories need to be shared. This pendant can be worn on its own or to cover an object of personal significance. Resurface is constructed by hand from genuine leather and suspended on an oxidized silver chain.
$105–$125

Lock Light

Jeffrey Werner & Joshua Doherty
Do you put your U-lock in your back pocket? Lock Light was inspired by how we usually carry U-locks behind us while riding: bungeed to racks, strapped to bags, hung on belts, and of course tucked in back pockets. Attach the light to the lock to provide some posterior illumination. The light has a durable aluminum shell and red LEDs with solid and blinky settings. Fits most U-locks.
$59

 
Party Lock

Jeffrey Werner & Joshua Doherty
Manufactured in Vancouver, Party Lock is an extended take on the traditional bicycle u-lock. At two-and-a-half feet of zinc-plated steel, it’s designed to secure your bike, your friend’s bike, or your family’s bikes—or anyone else you’re pedaling about with—because those who cycle together stay together.
$119

Funeral for Objects

Joji Fukushima
Many things can be tossed into a garbage can, but not everything should be thrown out like everyday rubbish. This is a funeral kit for your important objects. It consists of the materials necessary for a ceremonial cremation of artifacts from your past. Maybe it is time to say farewell to those objects that no longer mean as much as they used to.
$119


Three jars

Misha Olynyk
These jars are hand selected across different times and places and revived as a one of a kind collection. Each new lid is a precise replica of the original, now hand-turned in solid walnut and finished with a food-safe blend of mineral oil, bees and carnauba wax, produced in the Fraser Valley. Consider each set carefully, as no two are alike.
$159 / set

i wish you could all just reach in to touch and feel the quality of these thoughtfully designed pieces.  if you want something extra special...may we gently say that this is the way to go? 


canada post says there's still time to mail!


and we really do have heaps of things that are easy to post, but here are a few suggestions...

locally made wooden ornaments (lots of styles to choose from!)

locally made french press 'cozies' - really keeps your coffee nice and hot! (fits the 8 cup bodum)

felt punch out ornaments
wallets (leather ones in store too!)

locally knit wraps and scarves - love these! this saved me today, wrapped around my head and neck, didn't feel the cold (except for my feet)

light and lovely...
wine tags - fits around the neck of the bottle and you can write on them with a ball point pen. good hostess gift too.
silicone coasters
and let's not forget our woolly pockets. flat and light, these are excellent gifts to mail!

there is lots more in store, but hope this helps!


merci beaucoup.


FIELDWORK AT WALRUS from Fieldwork on Vimeo.

thank you to everyone, especially to Fieldwork for all your hard work, for making the night so great.

why thank you poppytalk!


(click on her logo to see her post!)

if you haven't seen her lovely site yet, please do.  a beautiful, thoughtful blog.... 

p.s. Janis of Pinecone Camp and Heather of Missing Goat are also frequent contributors!