the good buy girl
While PEI is best known for laid back summer vibes it is also a bustling hub of lovely shops and artisan creativity. I have the pleasure to introduce you to three new and unique offerings on the local shopping scene. What I love about these businesses is the ingenuity and integrity of the products they offer. And I equally admire that they are all owned by women entrepreneurs. Put these on your summer to do list.
▲ Susan Snow, Home Editor (Photo: LaVie in PIctures)
Something new in something so familiar - Oyster Art
Coastal Inspired Gifts and Home Décor - Tidewater Merchants This charming seaside shop is located in Victoria by the Sea. A taste of all things PEI with a carefully curated selection of work from local artisans, featuring hand crafted pottery, beautiful stonework, glass work, sterling silver jewellery, hand poured candles, soaps + cremes, original paintings, and nautical inspired home decor and giftware. Plus a large selection of locally produced sauces, spices, preserves and kitchenware. The perfect place for “foodies” to get their fix or finding that special gift. ◄ Terrie Williams, Owner of Tide Water Merchants
Local artist Debbie Brady uses macro photography to create stunning textural abstract art that celebrates a miniature Island landscape hidden in a small section of oyster shell. Each piece includes a photo of the entire shell highlighting the tiny section portrayed and the title names the shore where the shell was harvested. Oyster Art is a great conversation piece. You can find Debbie’s work online, at her home gallery, and at The Dunes Studio Gallery. New Oyster Art pieces will be unveiled at her exhibit during the Tyne Valley Oyster Festival at Valley Pearl Oysters July 31, 4:30–6:30. 795 Canada Rd., Tyne Valley, PE | 902 831 2330 www.oysterart.ca | debbie@oysterart.ca Instagram @dbradyphotoart Handmade, Local and Full of Heart – The Blooming Lupin In the heart of downtown Charlottetown Kate Larson’s shop is a place where local creativity abounds. Her beautifully decorated shop features handmade products from talented local artisans including Kate herself. Artistically displayed original artworks, handwoven baskets, PEI sea glass jewellery, quirky art prints, cute felted fox creatures, natural skin and body care, quilts, and hand poured soy candles are just a few of her many offerings. 52 Queen St., Charlottetown, PE | 902-367-5876 thebloominglupin@gmail.com | www.thebloominglupin.com Instagram @bloominglupin 130
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19 Wharf Rd., Victoria, PE | 902-730-7300 terrie@tidewatermerchantspei.com www.tidewatermerchantspei.com Instagram @tidewatermerchantspei
