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January 24, 2015 Welcome Eden Cheesecake!

January 24, 2015

Do you know what I like better than dessert? Nothing. 😉 But you know what makes super happy?? Miniature versions of my favourites. And that’s where Eden Cheesecake comes in. We’re selling these little bits of heaven right here on earth. And…

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January 22, 2015

January 22, 2015

I have to tell you, it isn’t that often (okay, it has NEVER happened) a twenty-something guy comes into the store with a pitch. But that’s exactly what happened before Christmas. Pat Broome came in with his collection of photocards.…

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January 21, 2015

January 21, 2015

The holidays seem like a million years ago already. It hasn’t even been a month – where does the time go? Did you travel or stick close to home? We travelled eight hours on Christmas Eve and landed at my…

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October 2, 2014 Hug and Kiss Design now in stock!

October 2, 2014

We posted a new video featuring Hug and Kiss Design! Likely not your Granny’s card 😉 Check back later today when we’ll post photos of our favourites! -Molly  

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September 26, 2014 PK Jean Tattoos

September 26, 2014

A couple of week ago I bribed my kids and a bunch of their friends to take part in a photo shoot featuring Peaceable Kingdom’s Jean Tattoos. It was a hoot! Jean tattoos are bit like regular temporary tattoos except…

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September 15, 2014 Hug and Kiss Design Inc

September 15, 2014

Hug and Kiss Designs are the kinda cards that might make Granny clutch her pearls. Or maybe she’ll toast you with her gin martini! Either way, be sure to check them out at  www.hugandkissdesigns.com. We’ve got a very small introduction here.…

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September 12, 2014 PaperBlank Agendas

September 12, 2014

The gorgeous patterns and designs featured on these agendas by PaperBlanks are nothing short of breathtaking. We’ve got all kinds of sizes – the photos I took this morning offer just a hint of what we have in stock.

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August 27, 2014 A word on Cheeky and Offensive

August 27, 2014

Our back wall is…shall we say…a bit risky.  We carry all kinds of birthday cards from humorous & witty to crude to down right insulting. Admittedly, the gutsy cards aren’t for everybody, but I want you to know about them.…

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August 20, 2014

August 20, 2014

A quick video introducing our Journal Workshops

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August 18. 2014 Journal Workshops this fall.

August 18, 2014

We’ve had several requests to bring back our Journal Workshop from a couple of years ago. We’re going to set it up a little differently this time and work in collaboration with The Art Table which is located just up the road from…

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Travel Journals and Planning A Summer Getaway!

July 6, 2023

If you’re getting organized for a trip this summer, don’t forget your Travel Journal! We have a little something for the whole family! This travel journal is perfect for kids. It has a hardcover which is ideal for kids laying…

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Puffy Stickers, Scratch n Sniff and Vinyl Stickers!

May 24, 2023

If you’re reading this then you must be a sticker fanatic, too. I am betting we could get together and have deep down about the sticker books we kept as kids, the stickers we always wanted but never got, our…

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Father’s Day Cards for Dads and Grandfathers

May 24, 2023

Father’s Day is June 19 and we have loads of great Father’s Day Cards in stock. You’ll find a few of our favourites online but more choice in our Westboro Village shop. While we have lots of funny Father’s Day…

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas from $25-$200

May 3, 2023

Celebrate the Mom in your life with one of these perfect gift ideas. At The Village Quire, it is pretty easy to find a thoughtful gift and Mother’s Day card. We’ve pulled together a few ideas. In this list, you’ll…

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Mother’s Day & Father’s Day Cards – A Free Offer

April 5, 2023

It will be another couple of weeks before we have all our classy, sassy, snarky, sentimental and beautiful Mother’s Day & Father’s Day cards ready to browse in the shop and online. But if you would like a Sneak Peak…

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Set your table for Easter with these great Spring decor ideas!

March 23, 2023

First, the napkins. I just love the look of Marimekko. Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle brand known all over the world for its original prints and designs. I tend to use cloth napkins day-to-day but I love a pretty paper…

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Cards and Gift Ideas for The New Home Owner!

March 7, 2023

Did a friend or family member recently purchase a new home? Buying a gift for a new homeowner is such a thoughtful and fun thing to do! We always have the best selection of new home cards and bringing along…

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Looking for The Perfect Gift?

March 7, 2023

Shopping in Westboro Village and looking for the perfect gift for someone special? We’ve got some great ideas for the traveler in your life! This cute little hip sack is perfect for someone traveling this summer. The pattern is, of…

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Spring is Coming!

February 22, 2023

Let’s talk about all things SPRING shall we?   We have the CUTEST jelly bags in stock now. These are the perfect thing for baguettes from the local bakery, fruits and vegetables from the Market and, of course, beach necessities.…

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Valentine’s Day Cards

January 23, 2023

It is hard to believe that January has nearly come and gone. Christmas feels like a million years ago and we are head first into planning Valentine’s Day and looking forward to all things Spring. If you’ve been into the…

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