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Canadian Made Giveaway!

June 17, 2015

Do you want to know why we prefer stocking local and Canadian? You’d be absolutely correct in assuming it is because we like to add to our own economy. You’d also be right if you thought it was because of…

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Westfest is happening this weekend!

June 8, 2015

Hello! Westfest is this weekend! It’s a free street festival with a great line up of performers. The street will be closed to car traffic and the merchants and restaurants will be out with all kinds of promotions. As for…

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WIN a collection of Curly Girl Cards

May 25, 2015

WINNER! The ladies over at Flock have won!  I can actually drop your winnings off on Friday since I will be down that way getting a new hair-do! *********** Every now and again, I order a card or a collection…

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Party Supplies at The Village Quire!

May 20, 2015

Have a quick look at our favourite new theme in party supplies!  

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A new video!

May 19, 2015

Hello! It has been far, far too long! We have lots going on in the next few weeks! Be sure to stay tuned>

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A call for Canadian-made goods!

March 31, 2015

Hello! I recently had a conversation with Charmaine of Yellow Bird Paper Greetings. You all know how I feel about shopping local but Charmaine proudly wears her passion for shopping Canadian and it has reinvigorated me with a purpose to…

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March 4, 2015 Winter is still here…but not for long!

March 4, 2015

It is Daylight Savings time this weekend. I like this weekend. For me, it means we are one day closer to Spring. One day closer to green grass and warm sun. One day closer to bike rides and picnics and…

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February 23, 2015 Turning the Everyday into Something More

February 23, 2015

Do you know the poem When I Was Six by A.A. Milne? When I was one I had just begun When I was two I was nearly new When I was three I was hardly me When I was four…

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January 29, 2015 Valentines!

January 29, 2015

As I’ve mentioned before, it really doesn’t bother me one little bit that Valentine’s Day might be made up. In Mrs. Elliot’s kindergarten class, I remember decorating a brown paper lunch bag. And on the day of the Valentine’s Day…

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January 28, 2015 Shop With Love!

January 28, 2015

Valentine’s Day is coming up! There are some humbuggers out there who will say Valentine’s Day is a made up holiday. That might be true, but I don’t care one bit. I love all things pink and red. I love…

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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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