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LOCAL HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Local gifts,
handcrafted with heart
Newfoundland Wreath Co. Kate Fudge Art
We sell all natural handcrafted Christmas wreaths Get a unique gift for that special someone!
that are harvested using sustainable foraging
methods. We create custom designs and can ship Kate Fudge Art cartoons, earrings and other gifts are
throughout Canada. handmade in Newfoundland, Canada, making for a
cool local gift for anyone on your list!
Windswept and wild-harvested, the natural materials
in our wreaths have been tested by the weather on KFA started as a custom cartoon commission
the southeast coast of Newfoundland. art venture that has turned into a full-time job.
Katie does a variety of things these days, making
Using sustainably sourced Balsam Fir, Blue Spruce, earrings, ornaments, cards, custom prints, as well
Alder Twigs, Caribou Moss, Red Dogwood, Juniper as collaborating with other local NL businesses. She
and more, our wreaths will arrive on your doorstep works from Corner Brook/Pasadena, as well as St.
made fresh and ready for you to hang. John’s.
We are keeping things simple for now by offering two Katie has an assortment of NL-inspired holiday card
types of wreaths: The Original Branch Wreath and the designs and tree ornaments available on her site.
slightly more refined Town Wreath. We also offer the katefudgeart.com | @katefudgeart
option of burlap “giftwrap” for stylish delivery.
Our wreaths are available in two sizes: 30” and 34”.
Orders can be placed at newfoundlandwreathco.com.
The Branch Wreath Tetley Tea Tree Ornament (order by Dec 1)
$45–$55 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here
Burlap Wreath Wrap and Door Hanger The Town Wreath NL Themed Holiday Cards (order by Dec 12) Carnation Milk Tree Ornament (order by Dec 1)
$7.95 | Purchase here $55–$65 | Purchase here $7 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here
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The SKS foundation Blaine Myles
The SKS Foundation is a non-profit organization Blaine Myles is a retired languages teacher and
established as a legacy project for Susan K Shiner, visual artist based in Newfoundland and Labrador.
to provide child care for families who identify having Their most recent works are predominantly of
current and past experiences of trauma. mixed media. Blaine likes to pair graphic design with
natural elements of flora and fauna: plant matter,
We have collaborated with 9 local artists for a holiday stone, sealskin and so forth. The subject matter of
card fundraiser. All proceeds go directly towards their pieces speaks to the rich visual landscapes
our efforts to provide trauma informed childcare of Newfoundland and Labrador, with the natural
to support families in Newfoundland and Labrador. elements of their construction anchoring their larger
These cards would not have been possible without and intrinsic “sense of place”.
the featured artists generously donating their work for
reproduction. As a minimalist by nature, Blaine often sees the world
in silhouette. Less is more. The suggestion of shape
There are 2 different sets featuring 5 different designs. and movement lends itself easily to the combined
Each set contains 9 cards, 2 of each design, plus a media of sealskin with watercolour and ink.
bonus card featuring art by 8-year-old Olivia Luther.
Collect them all! Along with the wall art, Blaine also creates a varied
line of Christmas decorations and cards that are made
Shop online at sksfoundation.ca. with ink and sealskin.
Or email fundraising@sksfoundation.ca to order.
A full inventory of Blaine’s work can be found at their
website: blainemyles.ca.
Holiday Card Fundraiser, 2 different sets, 9 cards each Cape Spear Lighthouse (rear view), wall art in sealskin
$25 | Purchase here $150 | Purchase here
Holiday Card Fundraiser, 2 different sets, 9 cards each Holiday Card Fundraiser, 2 different sets, 9 cards each Stocking Trio, set of 3 ornaments Field of Poppies, wall art in sealskin
$25 | Purchase here $25 | Purchase here $25 | Purchase here $200 | Purchase here
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Foggy Island Candle Co. Imprinting By Geehan
Foggy Island Candle Co. is a locally owned handmade Time for Christmas orders... personalized pencils,
candle and bath & body company located in ribbons, journals, and stickers. Makes a great teacher
downtown St. John’s at 155 Water Street. Many of gift, class gifts, staff gifts and stocking stuffers. All
our products are inspired by everything that is East names and phrases can be created.
Coast… the foods we eat, the traditions we continue,
the vast landscape and of course, the weather. Bulk pricing is available. To order, please visit us on
Facebook at Imprinting by Geehan.
Foggy Island Candle Co.
155 Water Street
St. John’s, NL
A1C 1B3
709-631-0120
Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 10–5
Sunday 12–5
foggyislandcandles.ca
Jellybean Lane Gift Set, 4oz candle & earrings Personalized Pencil Sets (available in sets of 3 or 10)
$23.95 | Purchase here $5-$10 | Purchase here
Mummers’ Collection, available in 4oz and 8oz jars Shed Party Candle, available in 9oz or 6oz travel tin Personalized Journals Personalized Pencil Sets (available in sets of 3 or 10)
$12.95 – $24.95 | Purchase here $20–$30 | Purchase here $2-$25 | Purchase here $5-$10 | Purchase here
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Green Family Forge The Cooperage
In 1999, for the first time in over 40 years, a fire Since 2008 the Cooperage has operated as a
had been lit in the forge, making it fully operational functional living history museum where you can see
again. Today, a blacksmith demonstrates how items the cooper at his work. Although the cooperage is
are manufactured and a variety of items for sale are a new endeavour for the Trinity Historical Society,
produced, such as fireplace pokers, letter openers, production has begun on many items which would
roasting forks, candle holders, coat hooks, sign have been made at the time the original building
brackets, hinges and planters. stood.
Featured Products: Featured Products:
Flame Tip Coat Hook – Designed in a very traditional Spatulas – Handmade by our cooper, crafted with the
style, with its sturdy design and quality finish it would same skill practiced for hundreds of years.
make a great addition to any room.
Door Stops – These traditional door stops were used
Whale Tail Key Chain – Meticulously detailed with in many Newfoundland homes over the years and
superior workmanship, this key chain is a great continue to be used today.
collectible item for those who have everything.
Wooden Toys – Traditional toys such as these have
Heart Hook – This classic hook will go with any decor, entertained children for generations.
split through the middle to form both sides of the
heart. It truly is a unique design. Shop online at trinityhistoricalsociety.com.
Shop online at trinityhistoricalsociety.com.
Whale Tail Key Chain Handmade Spatulas
$35 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here
Flame Tip Coat Hook Heart Hook Handmade Door Stops Wooden Toys
$15 | Purchase here $25 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here
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Janice Prim Woodturning Max Custom Woodworks
Upon retirement from a 30-year career in the Custom epoxy pieces, charcuterie boards, coasters,
automotive industry, I wanted a hobby to occupy etc based out of Deer Lake, NL.
some of my free time. I always knew my retirement life
would involve woodwork of some kind and I chose the Prices vary depending on size and options. Coaster
lathe as the first tool to experiment with. I spent many sets start at $40 and charcuterie boards start at $140.
hours watching YouTube videos and learned to turn,
one project at a time. Order by email at max_godin7@hotmail.com.
Instagram @max_custom_woodworks
Shop online at janiceprimwoodturning.com.
Pin Cushions, made from assorted types of wood Charcuterie Boards
$10–$40 | Purchase here $140+ | Purchase here
Tree Set, 3 trees per set, variety of woods available Bud Vase with glass insert, assorted sizes available Coaster Set Charcuterie Boards
$60 –$100 | Purchase here $30 –$50 | Purchase here $40+ | Purchase here $140+ | Purchase here
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Saucy Pots Pottery Cup Studios
Second generation handmade Newfoundland pottery. Clay and Unlimited Possibilities Inc. is a Newfoundland-
Here you can find the best custom, crass and based company, focused on making handmade
Newfoundland gifts for friends and family. custom ceramics. Maaike Charron and Jason Holley
have decades of combined experience in clay, and
Handmade stoneware ceramics, with dozens of enjoy the challenges of making someone’s ideas a
different expressions! Functional with hot or cold reality.
liquids, and dishwasher safe.
We offer handmade custom ceramics for corporate
Saucy Pots Pottery serves those with a sense of and wholesale clients. We work with our customers
humour. We cater to those who are crass, like to to design and produce employee rewards, client
curse, drink, and party. Our customers enjoy custom, gifts, and merch. The deadline for Christmas orders is
handmade, one-of-a-kind products for their daily life December 10th. Prices are in the $40-50 range.
to enjoy their coffee, tea, or beer!
We also offer workshops in St. John’s and in
Visit us at www.saucypots.me to order, or please feel Twillingate. They make great team-building exercises,
free to email SaucyPotsPottery@gmail.com with any office parties, or employee rewards. We can
questions and see how we can help make a big impact accommodate up to 10 people, at $70 per person.
at your next event! We can also accommodate your
corporate gifts, and weddings, with over 200 custom To learn more about commissions for custom
products. Local pick up, delivery and international ceramics, please visit our website cupstudios.net.
shipping available.
14oz Cups Home Again Furniture Bank, commission
$40 | Purchase here $40–$50 | Purchase here
11oz Mugs with Handles Shot Glasses Marbled Porcelain Tumbler, 10oz Newfoundland Cider Company, commission
$70 | Purchase here $20 each, 6 for $100 | Purchase here $40 | Purchase here $40–$50 | Purchase here
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Wild Cove Pottery Yorabode
Wild Cove Pottery is a ceramic art studio, gallery, Yorabode hand makes home products, like candles,
and shop located in Port Union, Newfoundland and scented with only essential oils and foraged
Labrador. Established in 2015 by Michael Flaherty, botanicals. Home is more than a look, it’s a feeling.
Wild Cove Pottery offers handmade pottery and Our products are vegan, phthalate-free and made with
sculpture inspired by the culture and environment of all natural ingredients. Inspired by place, the scents are
Newfoundland. The well-known Rain Drizzle Fog subtle, natural and evocative of our landscape.
pottery series, glazed with subtle greys and blues,
is a long-time favourite of visitors and locals alike, Essential oil blend—A blend of pure essential oils and
while limited edition and one-of-a-kind works are also foraged botanicals distilled in-house. This can be used
available. in your diffuser, on dryer balls in your laundry or in
your DIY projects. If using on your skin, dilute one to
Handmade Mug with Rain Drizzle Fog glaze is perfect one with a carrier oil such as jojoba or fractionated
for a hot cup of tea or cold beer. Available in various coconut.
sizes from 250ml to 600ml.
Soy wax candle—All candles are blended and poured
Now operating on winter schedule: by hand. Burn time: 17-21 hours
Open by chance or appointment
Natural scent spray—This scent can be used to enliven
Shop online at wildcovepottery.ca. interior spaces, washrooms, vehicles or yourself.
Handmade using natural ingredients: distilled water,
foraged botanicals and pure essential oils.
Handmade Mug Shop online at yorabode.ca. Local drop-off available. Natural Scent Spray, 100ml (4 scents available)
$35–$50 | Purchase here $18 | Purchase here
Wood-fired Tea Bowl with fly ash glaze Sauce Boat Essential Oil Blend, 10ml or 30ml Soy Wax Candle Tin, 6oz (4 scents available)
$50 | Purchase here $60 | Purchase here $22 – $48 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here
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Erica Jane Design Shelley’s Specialties
Erica is a textile and craft producer specializing in Shelley’s Specialties can be found on Facebook at
sustainable products for personal use. ShelleysSpecialties
Featured Products: Products are available in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Linen Bread Bags are 100% linen, derived from and available for shipment at cost. Please email
sustainable flax seed, which helps keep bread fresh sdclemens2002@hotmail.com to order.
longer. Available in a variety of colours, with select
expressions, custom text (additional charges may Beeswax candles burn longer than soy or paraffin
apply) or plain. Sizes: Round ($12), Loaf ($15) and candles. Beeswax candles clean the air by attaching to
Baguette ($17). Or order one of each as a set ($40). particles in the air and making them settle to the floor,
making it easier for dusting. Simply burn a beeswax
Canvas Tote Bags are 100% cotton and are available in candle an hour before dusting.
solid colours or ice dyed, so that each one is unique.
Solid colours can have embroidery added for a charge. Beeswax Lip Balm is made with all natural ingredients
and no preservatives! Comes in three lovely blends:
Beeswax Wraps are 100% cotton, eco-friendly Citrus Mint, Lavender Mint and Orange Chocolate Mint
reusable food wraps, sold in sets of 3. Sizes range
from small (6x7), medium (10x11), and large (13x14). Beeswax Food Wraps (assorted sizes)
Available in a wide variety of patterns, with some mix 7” × 7” – $4
& match options if desired. 10” × 10” – $6
13” × 13” – $10
Etsy: EricaJaneDesign
Instagram @Ericajanedesign Beeswax Wraps, set of 3 Beeswax Candles, choice of beehive or owl
$22–$25 | Purchase here $6 | Purchase here
Canvas Tote Bags Linen Bread Bags, assorted sizes, sets available Beeswax Food Wraps, assorted sizes Beeswax Lip Balm
$20 – $22 | Purchase here $12–$40 | Purchase here $4 – $10 | Purchase here $5 | Purchase here
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Bunchberry Beadwork Dear Dawcy
Bunchberry Beadwork offers various types of beaded Made in Newfoundland by Tiffany Elton. Handmade
jewellery and accessories. Each piece of beadwork limited edition jewellery, natural beauty and home
is handcrafted and designed by Mi’kmaw beadwork scents using the power of botanicals and their healing
artist, Alex Antle. properties.
Featured Products: Featured Products:
Phone Grip: Handmade with size 15 seed beads, and is Lots of handmade natural, soy wax candles to choose
attached to 3M phone grip. from: Love, Calm, Banish, Empower, Heal.
The Bunchberry: Handmade with Miyuki delica beads The Banish Series of Ritual Botanicals using the power
with sterling silver ear wires. of botanicals and their healing properties.
Apji’jkmuj: Handmade using Miyuki delica beads with Visit us at the shop
sterling silver ear wires. Posie Row & Co.
3rd floor
Shop online at bunchberrybeadwork.ca. 210 Duckworth Street
Shop online at www.deardawcy.com.
Apji’jkmuj, 4”× 1” Ritual Botanicals – The Banish Series
$70 | Purchase here $6–$28 | Purchase here
The Bunchberry, approximately 2.5” × 2” Phone Grip, approximately 1.75” diameter The Northern Skies Series, Labradorite and Brass Handmade Soy Wax Candles, 9oz, assorted scents
$65 | Purchase here $85 | Purchase here $28 – $42 | Purchase here $55–$65 | Purchase here
18 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 19Hillside Fine Craft SWILL Designs
Hillside Fine Craft Studio specializes in handmade SWILL is a small startup business located on the west
jewellery created from sterling silver, copper, enamel coast of Newfoundland (Corner Brook). We make
and natural materials. Items are made individually by handmade polymer clay earrings. All created by hand
hand using traditional silversmithing techniques and — from scratch if you would.
hand tools.
Facebook: @swilldesignsNL
Custom work available. Please email for special orders Instagram: @swill.designs
and/or items not currently available on the website.
Shop online at hillsidefinecraft.com.
hillsidefinecraft@gmail.com
Sterling Silver Mini Salt Cod Studs and Necklace Polymer Studs – Cable Knit
$50–$65 | Purchase here $12 | Purchase here
Rainbow Copper, Enamel and Sterling Silver Earrings Sterling Silver Spirals Studs and Necklace Polymer Studs Polymer Studs
$75 | Purchase here $50–$65 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here
20 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 21Emspired Kara Lynn Design
At Empsired, we create beautiful art and jewellery Kara Lynn Design is a St. John’s-based baby brand
inspired by the Labrador wilderness and our that makes fun infant accessories and screen printed
Indigenous heritage. We use clay, paper or sealskin in clothing. Using only the highest quality materials, we
our original designs. Prices depend on the product. offer natural and baby-safe items that mix a modern
aesthetic with traditional handcrafted quality.
Emily Best is a young Indigenous artist based in Happy
Valley-Goose Bay, NL. She has been working with clay Bow Sets are made from 100% cotton and are
since 2007. Inspired by traditional elements of her Inuit attached to your choice of metal alligator clips or no-
heritage, she has diversified the mediums she uses in dent nylon headbands.
her line of crafts to include paper quilling and sealskin.
She creates jewellery, framed art, and gift cards. Our reversible baby bibs are screenprinted with baby-
safe waterbased ink on 100% cotton.
Emily qualified as the youngest person to display the
provincial Crafts of Character logo on her work and Our baby-safe teethers are made with an organic
at one time, distributed her Labrador berry themed maple ring sealed with olive oil and beeswax. The
products through 14 stores across the province. Her 100% cotton tail loops around the ring to absorb baby
work was recognized in 2010 when she was awarded drool and can easily be removed for cleaning.
the Atlantic Canada Aboriginal Business Award for
Cottage Craft. Shop online at karalynndesign.com.
Shop online at www.emspirednl.ca. Visit our retail studio in the Quidi Vidi Village Plantation.
Etsy: EmspiredNL Local shops carrying our products include The Craft
Facebook: @emspirednl Clay Bakeapple Earrings Council Pantry, Whink!, and The Newfoundland Teething Ring
Instagram: @emspirednl $15 | Purchase here Weavery. $16 | Purchase here
Sealskin Necklace Paper Quilling Ornament Bow Set Baby Bib
$100 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here $16 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here
22 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 23Modjūl Youngblood Leatherworks
The feeling of quality. Modjūl is a premium handbags Youngblood Leatherworks is a leathercraft business
and leather goods studio offering innovative designs based in St. John’s, NL. They handcraft a wide variety
that tell a story. All products are designed and hand of goods including belts, wallets, earrings, bracelets,
made in NL by Stephen Brown. keychains, coin purses, valets, and more.
Featured Products: With a focus on quality and functionality, each of their
The Mini Bag is a versatile design that can be worn products is designed to stand the test of time.
cross-body, over the shoulder, belted at the waist, or
carried as a clutch. Made from premium Italian leather Feature Products:
with brass hardware and comes with an adjustable Genuine Leather Earrings: each set is hand-cut and
detachable strap. made in a variety of styles and colours. All findings are
hypoallergenic stainless steel.
Leather Mask Lanyard is made from premium Italian
leather with brass hardware. Genuine Leather Belts available in 3 widths (1”–1.5”)
with a variety of buckle options. Available in black,
Three Pocket Card Holder is hand sewn with premium dark brown, and light brown.
Italian leather with dyed edges, heat creased and
finished with wax. Scandinavian Inspired Ornaments are made from
genuine vegetable-tanned leather. Each measure
Modjūl products can be purchased at the Quidi Vidi approximately 3.5”x 2”, $15 each or a Set of 3 for $40.
Village Plantation or by contacting us directly via
Instagram: @modjulstudio Etsy: YoungbloodStore
Facebook @modjulstudio Three Pocket Card Holder Instagram: youngblood.leatherworks Genuine Leather Belts
$78 | Purchase here $60–$65 | Purchase here
Leather Mask Lanyard, 25” in length Mini Bag Genuine Leather Earrings Scandinavian Inspired Ornaments
$28 | Purchase here $154 | Purchase here $25–$40 | Purchase here $15–$40 | Purchase here
24 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 25Yellow Rose Pinpoint Clothing & Gifts
Yellow Rose is a hand-dyed and block-print clothing Pinpoint Clothing & Gifts is an animal-themed shop
and accessories brand. Each piece, from our tees that sells, among other things, our own designs
right to our socks, is made here in St. John’s, NL. screen printed in house on clothing. We also have
Our designs are inspired by adventures within this an extensive collection of giftware from local and
beautiful province. We strive to create pieces that are international independent artists. The shop and studio
one-of-a-kind and unique, just as our customers are. is housed in the Posie Row & Co. building at 210
Our most popular products include our hand-dyed Duckworth Street on the second floor. Pickup, local
blueberry print tees and our fun hand-dyed socks. delivery, and shipping options are available.
Price range: $5-$45 Featured Products:
The Tuckamore Mug was made in collaboration with
Shop online at yellowrosemade.ca. Cup Studios. It is handmade in NL and features a
Facebook: @yellowrosemade tuckamore illustration by Pascale Horan. It holds 16
Instagram: @yellowrosemade ounces of liquid, and is dishwasher and microwave safe.
The Jellyfish Tee is screen printed in NL with
illustration by Pascale Horan. The tee is a relaxed fit,
90% cotton and 10% polyester.
The Bees Tunic is screen printed in NL on 100%
organic cotton semi-fitted tunics with illustration by
Pascale Horan.
Blueberry Tee, available in unisex tees & crop tops Jellyfish Tee
$42 | Purchase here Shop online at at shoppinpoint.ca. $28 | Purchase here
Hand-dyed Socks, 97% cotton/3% spandex Dyed Plaid, one of a kind Bees Tunic Tuckamore Mug, 16oz, collaboration with Cup Studios
$10 | Purchase here $45 | Purchase here $54 | Purchase here $46 | Purchase here
26 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 27Mandy Lee Dawe Juniper Clothing
From unique one-of-a-kind button downs, dresses, fun Simply Put Together
t-shirts and even children’s wear, there’s a little bit of
everything at mandyleedawe. Juniper Clothing is a local business that produces
clothing inspired by Newfoundland’s unique
And don’t forget masks! Adult and children sizing landscapes and culture. All items are designed and
available as well as face wraps. We have been in printed locally. We work in collaboration with local
production of masks since late March, so there are graphic designer Victoria Snelgrove and our shirts are
many styles and patterns to choose from! They make printed by Joel Hunt at UFO Screenprinting.
great stocking stuffers.
Shipping and pick-up options are available.
Gift cards are available so you can give the gift of
custom! Let your loved one work with the designer to Shop online at juniperclothing.ca.
have made exactly what they want. So easy for you,
and so fun for them. It’s a win-win!
Located at 267 Duckworth Street downtown, just
above The Ship Pub. Curbside pickup available.
Online shopping at mandyleedawe.com.
Custom Dusters, variety of fun prints to choose from Smiling Land Tee, unisex sizing
$70–$85 | Purchase here $32 | Purchase here
Fun Tees, different styles, sizes & designs available Custom Dresses, variety of fun prints to choose from Boil Up Tee, unisex sizing Signal Hill Sweater, unisex sizing
$30 | Purchase here $70–$90 | Purchase here $32 | Purchase here $55 | Purchase here
28 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 29Ewe Design Krissy Crochets
Ewe Design is a home-based business operating in Krissy began crocheting for fun last fall and after
Trinity, NL by Joan Kane. Along with local knitters spending a lot of time perfecting her work, she
we create hats, mitts, scarves and socks to fit your decided to start selling it. She made her first Krissy
entire family. Each item is lovingly knit by hand. Our Crochets sale on August 28 and since then has
products range from the Traditional Trigger Mitts to completed 50+ orders, most of which are custom
more fashionable items. You are sure to find made. With our cold winters, Krissy has had a lot of
something you will like. Prices available upon request. success with crocheting winter headbands; she also
enjoys creating amigurumi “stuffies”.
www.ewedesign.ca
@ewedesignnl Purchases from Krissy Crochets can be made through
social media.
Facebook: @krissycrochets
Instagram: @krissycrochets
The Work Sock Collection Twist Headband, variety of colours available
Prices available upon request $15 | Purchase here
Jelly Bean Row Collection Trigger Mitts Bubble Twist Headband, variety of colours available Cactus Amigurumi, pot included, 4 styles available
Prices available upon request Prices available upon request $15 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here
30 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 31Muvaki Creations GW Styling Masks
Selling crocheted and African inspired pieces, Muvaki GW Styling Masks are hand made right here in St.
Creations is a handmade business by Tino Mpofu that John’s. The masks are all 100% cotton and are made
was created out of a desire to connect with people with adjustable elastics for extra comfort. The masks
around her. can be made in a variety of sizes to fit everyone from
toddlers to adults. This holiday season you will find
Hand sewn headbands are made from fabric which is festive sequins, tartans and Christmas prints!
lightweight and stretchy. The crocheted headbands
are made from acrylic yarn, which also has stretch in it. Facebook: @gwstylingmasks
They are all sized for the average woman’s head size. Instagram: @gwstylingmasks
Etsy: MuvakiCreations
Instagram: @muvakicreations
Crocheted Headbands Rainbow Masks, available in 3 styles
$20–$30 | Purchase here $10–15 | Purchase here
Sewn Headbands Crocheted & Sewn Headbands Black Sequin Mask Caramel & Pumpkin Spice, sateen cotton
$20–$30 | Purchase here $20–$30 | Purchase here $10–15 | Purchase here $10–15 | Purchase here
32 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 33Live Textiles Sarburs Quilts
Live Textiles are naturally dyed, hand woven and Sarah Bursey is a custom quilter located in Deer Lake,
hand finished by Megan Samms in her studio in NL. Sarburs Quilts started from a love of blankets and
rural Ktaqmkuk at the Ketalisk Sipu (Codroy Valley, a worry that the traditional Newfoundland art of quilt-
Newfoundland). Samms’ textiles weave together making could one day be lost.
carefully considered fibres after applying natural
dyes to them. Due to the nature of this method of Always using the highest quality fabrics to bring
producing colour, her palette is seasonal. She grows modern quilts to life, Sarah aims to bring warmth and
and forages plant dyes from the land around her. comfort into your home this holiday season, or for any
occasion. Sarburs Quilts are made to last and to be
As a cloth maker, a modern hand weaver and dyer handed down to loved ones, as all quilts should be.
utilizing organic and natural fibres, plant dyes, looms,
spinning wheels and other tools of the textiles trade, Sarah is available for commissions for custom quilts,
she works to bridge the gap between fine and using the best quality modern fabrics. Prices start at
functional craft creating heirloom quality, deeply $150 for a baby-sized quilt. Custom orders can be
personal and detailed textiles for practical use at placed through Instagram @sarbursquilts.
home, to wrap yourself and loved ones in, as well as to
adorn your space.
Live Textiles handmade products range from $10–
$2000. Gift cards are available.
Shop online at livetextiles.online.
Instagram: @livetextiles Handwoven Kitchen Towels, hemp/cotton indigo dyed Custom Quilt
$55 | Purchase here $150+ | Purchase here
Toq’aq Collection, linen & wool blanket shawls Handwoven Eye Pillow, organic lavender & brown rice Custom Quilt Custom Quilt
$400 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here $150+ | Purchase here $150+ | Purchase here
34 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 35Hook By Design NL Now Productions
Hook By Design – every stitch tells a story. Unique Jake’s Handmade Puppets are made locally in St.
handmade rug hooked pillows, mats, and footstools John’s by 15-year-old Jake Thompson, but can be
made in Newfoundland by Michelle Churchill. All shipped anywhere in Canada.
products shown are made of 100% wool. All items
available on the Hook By Design Etsy shop. Each and every handmade puppet is unique and sure
to put a smile on your face! They are $15 each and 2
Email hookedbydesign@outlook.com for $25. Custom orders are available upon request.
Etsy: HookByDesign
These puppets can be purchased by messaging the
“NL Now Productions” Facebook page or by emailing
jthompson.nlnowp@gmail.com.
Facebook: @nlnow
Farmer Daze, 20” × 20”, hooked rug/wall hanging Jake’s Handmade Puppets
$525 | Purchase here $15-$25 | Purchase here
The Ark, 15” × 21”, hooked rug in shadow box frame The Sun, 15” × 21”, hooked rug in shadow box frame Jake’s Handmade Puppets Jake’s Handmade Puppets
$375 | Purchase here $375 | Purchase here $15-$25 | Purchase here $15-$25 | Purchase here
36 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 37Glenda Gillard Marcus Gosse
Glenda Gillard has been a sewer for many years Marcus Gosse is a Newfoundland Mi’kmaq artist, and
but quilting has become her passion. For the past a member of the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation Band
2 years Glenda has also been making weighted in Newfoundland. Marcus incorporates the ancient
sensory blankets. The blankets are made to order for Mi’kmaq Star, Mi’kmaq Petroglyphs, Hieroglyphs, and
each individual for their needs and special requests. various double curve designs into the landscapes of
She makes weighted lap blankets for extra comfort his paintings.
while sitting in a chair or wheelchair. Glenda has also
started making sensory lap pads for individuals with Featured Products:
Alzheimer’s. Glenda takes pride in her work. Earrings range in size and price between $15-$35
(Black Friday Sale) until November 29. Regular price
Featured Products: after November 29 is $25-$45. There is free shipping
Handmade Quilt, 77” × 100”, 100% cotton, longarm included anywhere in Canada on all Marcus’ artwork
quilted. and jewellery for a limited time.
Handmade Quilt, 56” × 76”, 100% cotton front 100% Purchase Marcus’ art directly online at marcusgosse.ca
cotton flannel back. or by email at marcusgosse@hotmail.com.
Weighted Sensory Blanket, 42” × 60” and 14 lbs, 100% Or contact the Leyton Gallery of Fine Art where his
cotton front and back, non-allergenic batting and original paintings, sculptures and art are available for
washable polybeads for weight. purchase at theleytongallery.com.
Orders by email at glendagillard@outlook.com Facebook: Mi’kmaq Art By Marcus Gosse
Handmade Quilt, 77” × 100” Instagram: @marcusgosseart Spring Fever, 2020, Acrylic on Canvas, 8 × 10
$350 | Purchase here $250 | Purchase here
Weighted Sensory blanket, 42” × 60”, 14 lbs Handmade Quilt, 56” × 76” Colouring Mi’Kma’Ki, colouring book Birch Bark & Cow Hide Leather Earrings
$250 | Purchase here $250 | Purchase here $10 | Purchase here $15–$45 | Purchase here
38 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 39Dominique Hurley Art Anita Press n Ceramics
Dominique Hurley is an intuitive visionary artist, Anita Press n Ceramics is located in downtown St.
educator and certified naturopath who guides John’s, NL and is owned and operated by Anita Singh.
you to explore and express your True Self through Inspired by our natural world, macro views of seeds,
inner guidance. Grounded in her love of beauty fungi, viruses, algae plankton, crustaceans, etc., Anita
and the beauty of love, Dominique delivers insight creates organic, one-of-a-kind, functional, sculptural
and inspiration through her energy-infused art. and mixed media artworks.
She’ll delight you through her artistic creations,
keynotes, practical interactive workshops, guided Featured Products:
visioning meditations and more. If you’re looking 2021 Print Art Calendar features non-traditional
to activate whole-brained success in your life, holidays such as Spot a Whale Day, Cabin Weekend,
organization or community, hire Dominique to nourish Bon Fire Nites, Proposal Day, etc. to encourage
your transformational journey. Her unique blend silly fun throughout the year. This year’s calendar is
of expertise will animate your meetings, events, 6.5” × 7” and opens to 13” × 7”. Limited edition of 200.
conferences, and conventions.
Mug (Flowers), 4.75” × 2.5” × 4” high, porcelain clay,
Learn more at DominiqueHurley.com. underglaze, dishwasher, microwave, food-safe.
Shop online at anitapressnceramics.com.
Greeting Cards, variety pack of 12 2021 Print Art Calendar
$47.77 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here
Art Prints of original paintings, assorted sizes/types Spirit Calling Cards, limited edition oracle cards Mug (Flowers), Porcelain Clay 2021 Print Art Calendar, January spread
$60–$1200 |Purchase here $111 | Purchase here $36 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here
40 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 41Joy Hecht NERRL Hand Painted Designs
Joy Hecht is a visual artist working in paper collage, NERRL’s artwork will make your home even more
based in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Her works beautiful. Our unique products make excellent gifts
depict the places around her; familiar scenes from for all occasions. Consisting of Newfoundland outport
Newfoundland as well as scenes of places where she art, including icons of our province such as Jelly Bean
has travelled around the world. She uses recycled Row houses, fishing stages, mummers and “crooked
paper, sometimes coloured with watercolour or pastel, stages,” most of the paintings are created with
to create her vibrant images of the textures, colours, outport life utmost in mind. We also do commission
shapes, and light of urban areas. work. Artwork is painted on glassware, slate, rock,
wood and canvases. Digital prints of original works are
Featured Products: available in a wide range of sizes.
Set of five greeting cards of collages of familiar
Newfoundland scenes. Cards are printed on white Our products are carried in gift stores on the Avalon
card stock, with envelopes. Insides are blank. Bulk and in Trinity, or online through our Facebook page
orders of individual cards are available on request. and website. Local pick ups can be done in New
Perlican, Bay Roberts, Carbonear and Mount Pearl free
2021 Calendars, 11” × 17” wall calendar showing 13 of charge. Shipping would be extra.
paper collages of Newfoundland scenes.
Shop online at nerrlhandpainteddesigns.ca.
Framed prints of any of Joy Hecht’s collages. Prints
are approx 16” × 20” framed.
Visit joyhecht-arts.com to view her work. To order,
email Joy Hecht at joyhecht.arts@gmail.com. 2021 Calendars, 11” × 17”, coil bound Crooked Stages on the Cliffs, digital print
$30 | Purchase here $15–$175 | Purchase here
Greeting Cards, 5” × 7”, set of 5, blank inside Framed Prints, 16”×20” digital prints of original collages He’s Making a List, digital print New Perlican Stages,digital print
$20 | Purchase here $125 | Purchase here $15–$20 | Purchase here $20 | Purchase here
42 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 43Kathleen Bragg Murphy Artsirk
Kathleen grew up in beautiful Quidi Vidi Village, St. Creative photography and visual art by Krista Legge,
John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Her most recent a Career Counsellor who has finally started to take her
artwork includes the “From My Doorstep” comparative own advice and pursue her artistic passions.
series of the changes that have taken place over the
years in Quidi Vidi Village. Facebook: @artsirk
Instagram: @artsirk_art
Featured Products: Etsy: Artsirk
“Cottage Near the Corner, Quidi Vidi Village” is a
limited edition reproduction print of an original
painting. Prints are 11”×14” with a border and packaged
in a transparent sleeve with foam backing. Edition: 175
“Calm in the Cove, Quidi Vidi Village” is a limited
edition reproduction print of an original painting.
Prints are 11”×14” with a border and packaged in a
transparent sleeve with foam backing. Edition: 175
“Autumn in Quidi Vidi Village” greeting card with
envelope sealed in transparent wrapping.
Shop online at kathleenspalette.ca.
Email: gallery@kathleenspalette.ca
Autumn in Quidi Vidi Village, greeting card, 5” × 7” Nan’s Lookout, 8” × 10” photographic print
$5 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here
Calm in the Cove, Quidi Vidi Village, print Cottage Near the Corner, Quidi Vidi Village, print Southern Shore, 8” × 10” photographic print Queen’s Road, 8” × 10” photographic print
$90 | Purchase here $90 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here $15 | Purchase here
44 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 45Molly Margaret Stephanie Gallant
Molly Margaret is an illustrator born, raised and Stephanie Gallant is a watercolour artist based
currently living in St. John’s, NL. In her work, Molly in St. John’s, NL. She aims to capture our natural
explores folklore, flora, and architecture and most world using her self-taught style, working to depict
importantly captures the whimsical qualities that botanicals and nature with a realistic, vibrant touch.
Newfoundland provides. Stephanie creates original paintings that retain the
traditional aspects of botanical watercolour, while
Featured Products: lending a more modern and colourful feel to this
These art prints evoke the nostalgic feeling of a classic tradition.
Newfoundland kitchen: baking bread, eating biscuits
with a cup of tea, and listening to the Jigs and Reels Products include high-quality prints on heavyweight
on a Sunday. They are originally painted in Gouache German matte paper, reproduced from original
and are printed locally with rich colours on 8” x 10” watercolour paintings. Larger prints, such as 9 × 12
matte cardstock. Framing options are available. or 11 × 14, are available upon request.
You can find these prints online or locally at the Top Shop online at stephaniegallantart.etsy.com.
Floor Art Store at 210 Duckworth Street.
Free local delivery with purchase of 2+ prints with
Shop online at mollymargaretart.com code “STJOHNS”
At Home Baking, 8” × 10” print Digital prints of watercolour paintings, 5” × 7” or 8” × 10”
$25 | Purchase here $20–$25 | Purchase here
Eversweet and Biscuits, 8” × 10” print Tetley Tea and Carnation Milk, 8” × 10” print Blue Flag Iris, digital print, 5” × 7” or 8” × 10” Helleborus, digital print, 5” × 7” or 8” × 10”
$25 | Purchase here $25 | Purchase here $20–$25 | Purchase here $20–$25 | Purchase here
46 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 47Brenda Rowe Artwork Flanker Press
Brenda Rowe is an award-winning artist, art educator Flanker Press is a bright spark in the Newfoundland
and mentor. Brenda offers original paintings as well as and Labrador publishing scene. As the province’s
fine art reproductions, designer canvases and many most active publisher of trade books, the company
smaller art gift items. now averages twenty new titles per year, with a heavy
emphasis on regional non-fiction and historical fiction.
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500 Piece NL Themed Art Jigsaw Puzzles. Five Featured Products:
images to choose from. 16”×20” The Woman in the Attic is a claustrophobic
psychological thriller wrought with suspense. This
Christmas and Holiday Images in a variety of gift novel will put you on the edge of your seat.
options to suit any budget and style including
ornaments, gift cards and reproduction prints. Fights, Film, and Folkore, Terry Ryan analyzes the
physical side of the game, brings us up to speed on
Glowe (in-the-Dark) art for your home. what he’s doing these days, and of course tells more
stories about his unpredictable but entertaining life.
Brenda has over 20 years experience teaching art and
all art classes are now online and can be enjoyed from Operation Wormwood: The Reckoning is the explosive
the comfort of your own home. Classes starting at follow-up to the bestselling crime thriller Operation
$20. Supply Bundles are also available. Gift certificates Wormwood, which was a 2019 Arthur Ellis Awards
are available. finalist for Best First Crime Novel.
Shop online at brendaroweartwork.com. Shop online at flankerpress.com.
Mummers Round the Bend, 500 piece art puzzle Tales with TR: Fights, Film, and Folklore by Terry Ryan
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Christmas and Holiday Gifts Original Paintings, acrylic on canvas The Woman in the Attic by Emily Hepditch Operation Wormwood: The Reckoning by Helen Escott
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48 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 49Pedlar Press Breakwater Books
Pedlar Press publishes innovative, contemporary Your books are here. Established in 1973, Breakwater
Canadian fiction & poetry, the occasional literary Books is Newfoundland’s premier publisher. We’re
nonfiction title, works that preserve and extend the proud to represent emerging and established authors
literary tradition that values experimentation in style from across Canada. For nearly 50 years now, we’ve
& form. been publishing culturally significant, commercially
successful, and critically acclaimed independent
Winter In Tilting by Robert Mellin – A book about Canadian books.
“slide hauling,” a type of seasonal winter work using
horses, which was common until the late 1980s in Our backlist speaks for itself – including beloved
Tilting, Fogo Island, NL. Canadian classic Random Passage, the bestselling
Rock Recipes cookbook series, and the ground-
Oderin by Agnes Walsh – A new collection by NL breaking memoir Almost Feral. Our catalogue includes
poet Agnes Walsh, her first since the release of Going children’s literature, young adult fiction, literary and
Around With Bachelors (2007). commercial fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, fine art
and photography books, cookbooks, and more.
The Difficult by Stan Dragland – The Difficult was at
first a footnote to an essay on Lisa Moore’s novel, Ask your favourite local retailer about our books, or
February. shop in-store or shop online at breakwaterbooks.com.
Buy these three titles for $50 including shipping
online: www.pedlarpress.com.
Winter In Tilting by Robert Mellin Bottoms Up by Sheilah Roberts Lukins
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Oderin by Agnes Walsh The Difficult by Stan Dragland Rock Recipes 3 by Barry C. Parsons Two for the Tablelands by Kevin Major
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50 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 51Running the Goat Ana & Eric
Running the Goat, Books & Broadsides is a small press After performing together for many years in Folk
located in Tors Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador. The and Bossa Nova projects, Ana Luísa Ramos and
press began as a letterpress publisher, but increasingly Eric Taylor Escudero have created a brand new
its focus has been on publishing fine, commercially recording combining these genres. Having arrived in
printed children’s books that bring the high standards, Newfoundland only one year ago, Ana & Eric share
quirkiness, wit, and intelligence of its letterpress- their stories and perspective on life, love and longing.
printed work to a larger production format: quality of
design, materials, production, illustration, and text are You will find Ana & Eric’s brand new EP on the site
all hallmarks of the press. of their record label, The Citadel House. Take a few
moments and check out the new project. Use your
We believe that children deserve beautifully designed, discount code through Christmas Day, 2020 for 5% off
intelligent, and engaging books: the books children of the order of a CD, which will be mailed to you (with
read have the power to shape them, to cultivate the a free download included).
readers and the citizens they will become as adults.
We also believe that truly fine children’s books are Shop online at thecitadelhouse.com/ana-eric.
intergenerational, and that a good story, firmly rooted
in place, is all the more able to reach out to the world.
Running the Goat also operates a shop in Tors Cove
with working vintage printing presses, a carefully
curated selection of books from across the country,
and a fine selection of original prints and cards from
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52 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 53Lawnya Vawnya Riddle Fence
Lawnya Vawnya; an exposition of independent art & Based in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador,
culture is a non-profit music and art festival that takes Riddle Fence is a non-profit magazine of
place annually in downtown St. John’s, Newfoundland contemporary literature and artwork. We publish high-
& Labrador. quality short fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, and
art from Newfoundland and Labrador, across Canada,
Our LV merch line is a great gift idea for the music and around the world.
lover on your list! This year’s line includes masks, crew
neck sweatshirts, hats, long sleeve tees, camper mugs, At Riddle Fence, we’re unearthing the best
pins, patches and more. contemporary writing and art and we do it four times
a year. We publish poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction,
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Masks $12
Long Sleeve tee $30 Visit our website to order your subscription today and
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Crew Sweatshirts: $70 Shop online at riddlefence.com.
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For more info email info@lawnyavawnya.com.
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54 Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide Business & Arts NL Holiday Gift Guide 55THE ULTIMATE GIFT GIVING GUIDE TO HELP YOU
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