Local Shops

Spotlight: November 8, 2010 – Puddlejumpers

Sunday, November 7th, 2010

CONGRATULATIONS TO KOREEN! THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

High fashion for kids is right here in our Fraser Valley! Tucked in the charming village of Fort Langley is PuddleJumpers Clothing Company, the valley’s destination for designer children’s clothing and accessories.

Owner Deborah Clayton opened this adorable boutique in August 2003. For over seven years it has been the place to go for exclusive clothing lines in the Fraser Valley. You will find styles and names here that are not available elsewhere on our side of the bridge.

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Spotlight: November 1, 2010 – Inspired Arts & Gifts

Monday, November 1st, 2010

CONGRATS TO CHRISTINE B. THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

We love artisanal fairs, craft shows and unique markets that feature the most talented B.C. and Fraser Valley artists. Trouble is, these markets are generally only a day or two long and then we have to seek out the next one in order to find these tremendous talents again. Well, not anymore. Trudi Martens and Kayla Kraubner have given us Inspired Arts & Gifts; a fabulous shop filled with the works of more than fifty talented artisans, mostly BC-based. It’s open year-round, it’s full of beautiful artwork and we think you’re going to love it.

For over a decade Trudi has explored and perfected her pottery skills as a hobbyist while her children were growing up.

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Spotlight: October 18, 2010 – Stella Bleu

Sunday, October 17th, 2010

A collection of beautiful, feminine things. This is how Jeannine Foley and Kelley McNamara describe their gorgeous boutique in South Surrey. Stella Bleu is located on 152nd Street and is indeed a collection of everything pretty, romantic, glamourous, flirty, lovely and feminine.

We have been visiting this charming boutique since they opened here in 2004. Their selection is always amazing and everywhere you look, you are treated to stunning displays of sparkly chandeliers, clothing, accessories, jewelry, candles, home decor and unique bits and bobs for you and your home. These two women have some seriously fabulous style!

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Spotlight: October 11, 2010 – Paper Nation

Monday, October 11th, 2010

For those of you who visited Fresh! Fraser Valley this year, we are sure you will remember a fabulous, colourful booth display by Paper Nation. Local entrepreneur Bryan Heidinger brought Paper Nation to Fresh! to introduce this brand new store to in-the-know Fraser Valley residents. We knew from that booth alone that this store was going to rock!

We were thrilled to be there as Paper Nation opened its doors this past weekend in Historic Downtown Abbotsford; we just couldn’t wait to share this gem with you! It is, in a word, awesome! Our team can’t get enough of sparkly papers and handmade cards. If you are a stationery and scrapbooking fanatic, you are going to love this shop.

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Spotlight: August 2, 2010 – Wishes and Co.

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

“She wore an itsy bitsy, teeny weeny, yellow polka dot bikini…” We think if she could pull that look off, good for her! But as we all know, not all women are itsy bitsy teeny weeny bikini types. So where does one find a bathing suit for all shapes, sizes and purposes? Where can you find something fun for the beach, sturdy for water aerobics or with that extra specialty fit you require? Wishes & Co. on White Rock beach – that’s where!

We are highly impressed with the swimwear selection at Wishes & Co. They carry over 50 brands of swimwear and Owner Wendy Hewitt estimates approximately 10,000 pieces are in store at any time.

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Spotlight: July 19, 2010 – Aromatica

Monday, July 19th, 2010

It never ceases to amaze us that each week we can set out on a journey to find something fun, unique or new in the Fraser Valley, and every week we are introduced to the most amazing people and entrepreneurs. A recent day of exploration took us to Minter’s Country Garden in Chilliwack. Inside this magical garden and gift centre in Chilliwack is a feast for the senses: Aromatica. Now in their fifth year of business, owners Kim and Karen have a delightfully exotic offering inside this little shop!

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Spotlight: July 12, 2010 – Goody Too Shoes

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Shoes, shoes, shoes. We love shoes! What you wear on your feet is such an expression of your personality. Are you conservative? Funky? Do you prefer style over comfort, or comfort over style? Indeed, you can tell a lot about someone by what they wear on their feet. This week’s Spotlight business is owned by Gemma Quiring, who loves helping people express their personality with their footwear and accessories.

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Spotlight: April 19, 2010 – Lolly’s Fashion Lounge

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

There’s a fabulously chic boutique in downtown Chilliwack – have you been? It’s called Lolly’s Fashion Lounge and we absolutely love it! Kersh, Miss Me, D.E.P.T, Press – these brands and many more are all found at this charming Chilliwack clothing shop. The store is bright, the selection is fantastic and it’s here in the Fraser Valley! Ladies – it’s one to put on your list, for sure.

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Spotlight: April 5, 2010 – Clayburn Comforts

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

Recently we were introduced to a few new-to-us stores in Abbotsford’s charming Clayburn Village. One of our discoveries was Clayburn Comforts, which we instantly fell in love with!

Sue Kavelman and her family moved to Clayburn Village in 2000 and set to work with restoring their 1905 heritage home. Renovating and restoring the gorgeous building was a lot of work, which saw the Kavelmans lifting the house up to pour a concrete foundation. During the restorations every brick on the building was individually removed, cleaned and returned to the house.

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Spotlight: March 29, 2010 – Little White House

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Congratulations, Janelle. This contest is now closed.

A lifestyle destination for women – this has always been owner Cheryl Krecsy’s vision for Fort Langley’s Little White House. Over the past few years, the beautiful heritage Marr House has been transformed into a white wonderland. From the moment you open the front door, you are treated to a visual feast of all things white, gold, silver, black, pretty and feminine!

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