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Shop Local – Vol 1: Gift shoppes, home decor, elegant confections, art supplies, pottery and more!
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Our House has been a destination for unique quality home décor in Downtown Barrie since 1993. Our House carries specialty products such as Emma Bridgewater, Brighton Jewellery, Laroche,, L’othantique, Gurgle Pots, Sophie Conran, and so much more. We pride ourselves on our reputation. Make a trip to our Downtown neighbourhood and visit our beautiful store for inspiration and a friendly welcome. Our House truly makes living ‘feel like home’!
J’adore carries fine cheeses from all over the world, handmade gourmet chocolates and many other sweets that will leave you wanting to come back for more. Our quaint cheese and chocolate company is located in downtown Barrie in a heartwarming building from 1875.
O h Beehive is your one-stop destination for handmade, eco-friendly goods and a sustainable lifestyle. Since 2017, we’ve been committed to reducing waste with high-quality, non-polluting alternatives to single-use plastics. ✨ Explore Our Refillery ✨ Say goodbye to wasteful packaging! Our Refillery offers a wide range of refillable products, including cleaning supplies, personal care items, and more. Bring your own containers or reuse our eco-friendly options. Shop refillable goods conveniently in-store or online! ✨ Why Shop With Us? ✨ Durable, reusable products that are naturally convenient ✨ A commitment to sustainability, helping you live a greener lifestyle ✨ Easy refills that save money and reduce waste ✨ Join the movement towards a cleaner planet.
A cozy nook in the heart of downtown Barrie. Doors are opened with a welcoming embrace and walls are lined full of artisan bounty. Blueberry Moon is carefully curated with goods that give back – sourced from small businesses and often local. Those who shop feel an immediate sense of belonging, as the space oozes inclusivity. In a world so keen on the dollar, Blueberry Moon values kindness above all and is a believer in soul rather than wallet.
SUNSHINE Decor & Gifts is a new retail store located in the heart of Downtown Barrie, which offers a curated selection of high-quality home decor and gifts. Our mission is to provide customers with products that not only enhance their living spaces but also bring joy to everyday life. From cozy home accents to one-of-a-kind gifts, SUNSHINE offers something special for everyone.
Owl Always Love Vintage is a vintage & handmade store. We feature amazing local, artisan made products and rare carefully curated vintage pieces! All sales will support small businesses and families in your community!
Earth and Sky Connection has a vast assortment of herbs, resins and powders needed for medicinal and magical purposes. Come see our selection of beautiful jewelry, crystals/gemstones, and items (such as clothing, statues, plaques, altar and sacred tools) of cultures from the four corners of the universe and many in between! “One of the most comprehensive metaphysical medicine shoppes in Ontario!” A quote we have heard from our clients over the many years of business (since 1997).
Drawing House is an Art School and Art Supply Store offering quality art supplies and art instruction. We offer private drawing lessons, art classes, cartooning classes, and life drawing at our Mary street location in Barrie Ontario. We are passionate about everyone learning to draw. We believe drawing education is underrated in Canada. We hope to change this by encouraging people to see what drawing can be used for in their everyday lives. Drawing is a way to represent and understand the world around us, and we believe that is an important skill for everyone to have!
Wedge Studio is a clay space located in Downtown Barrie that fosters learning and growth in the ceramic arts. We offer pottery classes in both hand building + wheel throwing, special workshops and opportunities to continue working with clay independently. Wedge Studio is located on Downtown Barrie’s Lakeshore Mews, a long time creative hub peppered with amazing small businesses, facing beautiful Kempenfelt Bay. Our space includes access to pottery wheels, work tables, tools and kiln firing. We also carry a selection of clays and glazes for purchase on site. Cozy, inviting and full of inspiration, Wedge is a place to let those creative juices flow!
The Paint Bar is Barrie’s newest DIY Ceramics Art Studio & Cafe. The Paint Bar also features Resin, Clay & Canvas Art! Join us with family & friends, walk in, book a class or a party!
Enjoy the convenience of free 2 hour on-street parking on weekdays. available all December long! Parking is also free after 5pm and free all day on weekends!
Overwhelmed or just plain whelmed by the plethora of places to purchase holiday goods? Not a problem! As always, you can simply order a Downtown Barrie Gift Card! The perfect gift for that special someone who loves to Sip, Savour, Shop and Support Local! Gift Cards are accepted at any business located within Downtown Barrie’s BIA boundary. These businesses can also be found in our Business Directory at downtownbarrie.ca/businesses.
