A curated collection supporting local artisans and makers

from Back to School Issue 2021

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THESE DAYS, SUPPORTING LOCAL IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER! Our Makers Marketplace celebrates the many businesses in Calgary that operate out of homes, garages, and out of the backs of minivans - all big dreams start small and you can help them grow!

BRIGS S&P Instagram: @brigs_s_and_p All items are carefully handcrafted for you and your pup. All of our products are custom-made with the mindset of quality over quantity. Biothane and Paracord products. Made to last a lifetime!

BURNING WOOD (THE) Email: sales@theburningwood .ca Instagram: @theburningwood Website: theburningwood .ca Our carefully-handcrafted signs and customized family keepsakes will be treasured for generations.

_DISTRICT_ Email: info@districtbox .ca Instagram: @_district_ Website: districtbox .ca Mindfully-chosen and locally-gathered. Our curated gift boxes feature beautifully-made goods gathered from within Alberta.

EVERYTHING ENDEARING Email: info@everythingendearing .com Website: everythingendearing .com Unique, custom, and personalized apparel for any occasion and every person! Use discount code CALCHI10 for 10 percent off!

GENTLE AND JOYFUL Phone: 403-990-4667 Email: gentleandjoyful@gmail .com Website: gentleandjoyful .com Modern apparel for your littles made from Premium Peruvian pima cotton. Super soft, durable, and most importantly, ethically-made and sustainably-sourced.

KATHRYN KAZOLEAS Email: k .kazoleaswriter@gmail .com Instagram: @kathrynkazoleas Website: kathrynkazoleas .ca Gibson the labradoodle is training to become a dog park ambassador, but things don’t go as planned. Join her adventures in the chapter book, Dog Park!

KOKO MADE Email: ritasamrai@gmail .com Instagram: @kokomade Website: facebook .com/ kokomadedesigns Home décor - Personalized gifts - Custom gift baskets - Pet accessories. LAULA HANDMADE Email: laulahandmade@gmail .com Instagram: @laulahandmade Laula Handmade is a collaboration between two friends making one-of-a-kind knitted and woven accessories. Specializing in Pom Pom toques for kids and mamas!

MENAGERIE PARTIES & CAKES Email: tanyakaynes@shaw .ca Instagram: @menageriepartiesandcakes Website: menagerieyyc .ca Handcrafting boutique party experiences through custom décor, engaging activities, and show-stopping sweets for people living full, productive lives wanting to celebrate life to its fullest!

RILYN’S RAINBOWS Email: rilynsrainbows@hotmail .com Instagram: @rilynsrainbows Website: rilynsrainbows .com . company .site Handmade rainbow home design and décor. Heirloom quality pieces, handcrafted with nothing but love by a local YYC mama and her kiddos.

SUGAR RUSH Phone: 403-807-3842 Email: sugarrushyyc@gmail .com Website: facebook .com/YYCFudge Bite-sized pieces of the creamiest, most delicious fudge you have ever tasted! Sugar Rush currently has 40 flavors and changes up to meet the season’s flavors! Sold in fantastic gift boxes!

YYC BEESWAX Email: info@yycwax .com Instagram: @yycwax Website: yycwax .com We mind your beeswax. From candles to bath and body products, enjoy our locally-handmade beeswax-based products and supplies or let us assist you in making it yourself at one of our workshops!

ARE YOU A MAKER OR ARTISAN WITH A SMALL, HOME-BASED BUSINESS? WANT TO BE INCLUDED IN OUR NEXT MAKERS MARKETPLACE? Contact us at advertising@ calgaryschild .com for rates and details

STUFF YOU Gotta See!

LAVA® LAMPS: Let’s throw it back and reminisce on the most iconic room accessory, LAVA® Lamps. These colorful and groovy lamps will add the perfect pop! We know the 90s are making a comeback and it doesn’t just stop at your fashion pieces. LAVA® Lamps provide relaxing and soft lights and are the perfect size for your desks, rooms, and even man caves! For more information, visit lavalamp.com.

ONO DIAMOND: Sun, heat, and dryness can be harsh on the skin so it’s important to practice a good skincare regime. Wet washcloths or facial brushes left out in the bathroom often harbor bacteria and germs like E Coli and Staph bacteria. TAO Clean has recently introduced the ONO Diamond - an updated line of self-cleaning sonic facial brushes, which use UV light to kill any bacteria or germs between uses. The TAO Clean ONA Diamond Orbital Facial Brush comfortably cleanses and gently exfoliates using powerful rotational technology more capable than manual washing. Find it at amazon.ca.

THE SHARK® IQ ROBOT: As we get back into our fall routine, here’s a cleaning routine that will get straight A’s when the kids hit the books! Whether the kids are in the classroom or learning from home, using this innovative tool will ensure your home is always clean and clear of dirt and debris. The robot learns your floor plan to make sure there are no areas that get missed and when it’s full, it will self-empty and pick up where it left off, freeing up the time you would normally spend cleaning. For more information, visit canadiantire.ca.

GOSUN SOLARLIGHT: Stop worrying about batteries, and harness the power of the sun instead. The SolarLight features multiple modes (lantern mode, emergency, spotlight, etc.) and a built-in rechargeable battery compatible with a USB cord or the sun. Its USB adapter allows you to charge other electronics using the SolarLight. For more information, visit gosun.co/products/solarlight.

GOSUN SOLARLAMP 50: Need something more stationary to provide some light while you set up or take down camp? The SolarLamp does the job! Packing 50 lumens of light, this handy lamp only weighs six ounces and features a lower setting of 20 lumens that can last up to six hours. For more information, visit gosun.co/products/solarlamp-50.