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Shop for Mom at The Village Quire

April 27, 2020

Whether you spend Mother’s Day brunching or in the garden or just relaxing, I am pretty sure this year will be a little different for many of us. There won’t be family pictures in front of the tulips this year…

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Bullet Journal 101

January 29, 2020

Come learn the in’s and out’s of bullet journalling.

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Green Christmas

Are you planning a Green Christmas?

December 2, 2019

Many of us are making big changes to how we gift this year. The Climate Crisis is top of mind for many of us and here, at The Village Quire, we want you to know we have festive options for the upcoming gifting season!

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Sweet ideas for Thanksgiving!

October 9, 2019

I know what you are going to say….but I love an old school recipe box. For sure I still use Pinterest and I pop open my laptop or the family iPad regularly when looking for something to make for dinner.…

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What’s Happening in August At The Village Quire

July 31, 2019

Promotions, new gifts and other items now in-store at The Village Quire.

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Rifle Party Kit, party supplies

Shop for Mom at The Village Quire!

May 6, 2019

The weather looks promising this Mother’s Day Weekend. The promise of a sunny, spring day begs for these Rifle Paper Co. Party Supplies. Want to see more? Head to our online shop and check out all the pretty things we’ve…

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Ready for Spring? Same here!

March 28, 2019

Have you shopped in Westboro Village lately?? The sidewalks are free from ice and, like you, we are all itching to prop our doors open and let the warm spring air in! Mother Nature, of course, has other plans for…

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Enviro-friendly options at The Village Quire!

March 21, 2019

If you are a fan of Nu Grocery up the road in Wellington West, then we have something in common. I can’t honestly say that The Village Quire is going completely waste-free, but stores like Nu and terra20 are definitely…

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Keeping A Gratitude Journal, cover

Keeping a Gratitude Journal

February 22, 2019

The practice of keeping a gratitude journal is not new. Keeping a list of all the things we are thankful for can help reduce stress and contribute to an overall sense of calm. In fact, for me, recognizing what I…

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Shop The Village Quire for all your Spring Calendars

Spring Will Come

February 22, 2019

Spring. It feels a bit elusive this week, don’t you think? The shops are filling up with bright colours and cute clothes begging for warmer temperatures. I even read that “spring is just around the corner”. I beg to differ.…

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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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