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The Village Quires wants to help you plan a party…with Meri Meri!
You already know how much we like having parties. And it is no secret that I find entertaining kids the easiest kind of party to plan. Meri Meri makes it so easy to throw together a pretty table. We are…
Read MoreEnter our GIVE AWAY!
Valentine’s Day is coming up and we’re feeling all warm and fuzzy . That means we want you to know how much we LOVE you! All you have to do is share this post and answer one question. When was…
Read MoreThe Village Quire wants you to know…urbanfête
I just love this sentence from urbanfete : “In a sea of invitation sameness and electronic substitutions, we strive to be a cheery beacon of creativity that will leave you feeling happier than you did before visiting us!” It’s exactly this kind…
Read MorePrintmakers
The Village Quire has long been known for it’s stunning collection of blank cards. While not everybody can readily buy an actual print, most of us can easily bring home a few cards to be framed, adding a little beauty…
Read MoreIt is a Beautiful Life
Beautiful Life captures everything poetic and heartfelt in our lives. The moment when our hearts skip a beat and we are caught between loving and letting go, between the decision to stay or run, that moment when we appreciate Beautiful,…
Read MoreWhile we always love local first…
…there is no denying the gorgeous greeting cards that come from across the pond. Have a look!
Read MoreCheerfully Priced Bags!
We love the pretty patterns that our premium gift bags offer – glitter, sparkles and foil. Grommets that secure the handles and sturdy cardboard to help ensure those delicate breakables make it to the recipient of your carefully chosen gift.…
Read MoreTwo Bad Mice wish you a Very Merry Christmas!
You might recognize these charming drawings. These cards are designed by the illustrator who brought “Guess How Much I Love You?” to life. Absolutely delightful and the perfect way to send a little merry merry. We will happily pop these…
Read MoreA post about party ware and a GIVEAWAY!
Do you know the Piggy and Gerald books? In our house, we are particularly fond of “I’m Invited to a Party”. If you ever get a chance, you should read it. It’s hysterical. If I ever get invited to a…
Read MoreA word on sending Christmas cards…
Because people really do still send them. Maybe not as many as years past but shopping for Christmas cards is a step in the direction of a season full of warm wishes, family gatherings, friendly tromps through the snow and…
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Travel Journals and Planning A Summer Getaway!
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!
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
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
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
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!
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!
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?
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!
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
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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