So glad I found this company as I love their fragrance oils! I have been ordering from them for…read moremonths now, their scents are amazing and super strong and hold well with the soy wax I use for melts and candles! If you are looking for a great Canadian candle supplier this is it!!!!!

I absolutely love Candora! As a newbie soapmaker, I've been scouring the net for supplies to make…read moremy own bath products from scratch and have been left with little options that are local or affordable. I came across Candora Soaps, an online store that specializes in all your soaping needs, like oils, fragrances, lye, molds and packaging for the final product (great idea for homemade holiday gifts!). They also carry their own ready made products. The selection is generous without being overwhelming, the site is user friendly, easy to navigate and you can find everything you're looking for. Service is also prompt and exceptional. You can tell this is a small company run by people who are passionate about their job and truly love soap and passing the knowledge on to their customers. I had questions about colorants and the owner, Donna, was lightning fast in her email reply with great advice and even helped troubleshoot my problem another time I contacted her regarding mishaps in my soap-making. Shipping was super reasonable to Montreal, I was able to buy a big box of stuff weighing close to 10lbs and paid less than 10$ for shipping with Canada Post. For those in the area, you can opt to pick up in person. If you place your order in the morning, it ships out the same day- I was very thankful that they were able to add last minute items that I had forgotten. They called me right away and processed my credit card before everything was boxed. This is an all around A+ business. Top notch service, quality, affordability - you won't find much better!!

Purdy Natural has to be one of my favourite shops in London! It is filled to the brim with…read morewonderful locally made items that radiate great vibes. They sell their own brand of skin and body care products, all hand made with simple all-natural ingredients. They carry lots of other local artisanal body care products from other sellers as well, sometimes hosting pop up shops for them. They have lots of beautiful jewelry, essential oils, incense, scarves, food products like tea and honey, and even products to DIY your own concoctions. The women who work here are lovely and always very pleasant. I suggest following the store on Instagram or Facebook to keep tabs on the great events they host from time to time!

Love this growing business so much I live in the US now and this is my one request when my friends…read morecome visit. Right from the start, this cute biz has been focused on natural/healthy products. Over the years it has not only grown in size, but created a great community. Although I can't enjoy the space living far away...I love keeping posted on their growth and how they include and encourage small, local businesses.

Fired Up Glass Arts is not just a store, it is an experience!…read more Warning: there is so much to look at that you need a good amount of time to take it all in so do not go when you are in a hurry. There is half a wall of frit, (so many colours, so many sizes!) and a whole wall of Bullseye glass in full or half sheets, rods, stringers and billets. One thing I find really useful is that they also stock everything in 10x10 inch pieces so you can try out new colours or combinations before you commit to the expense of a big sheet. There is a big window with lots of natural light and lots of room so you can take sheets out and hold them up to the light or lay them out next to different colours to plan your project. There are great sales at least a couple times a year, which have been great to expand my frit stash or try out colours or products I normally would not use. The owner, Jayne, is very friendly and helpful. She is always ready to answer any questions, give advice and assistance, but doesn't hover over your shoulder, and lets you take the time you need to browse. She also seems to know what every colour fires like and how they look when combined with other colours. Any time I have asked about what something looks like when fired, she has been able to show it to me in a test tile or sample piece. That has saved me a lot of time and money instead of having to find out by trial and error. I also find it inspiring whenever I go into the shop because Jayne is also an artist and runs classes, and workshops so there are always pieces in various states of completion to look at either from her own work or that of the students. I always come away with a new idea or a solution to a problem. The other big benefit of Fired Up Glass Arts for me is the drop-in studio times. In addition to formal courses and workshops, Jayne offers regular, weekly, drop-in, studio times where you can pay a fee to use the space, specialized equipment, slumping molds and get help or instruction if needed. I do a lot or my work at home but there is a lot of equipment that I cannot afford to purchase or do not have room for at home that I get to use during the studio times. It makes it feasible to do a lot of different fused articles without having to buy and store equipment that is seldom used but great to be able to access when you want to. This has been especially useful when I needed to do a large project that won't fit into my own small kiln at home. It is also a nice change to work with other people who share the same passion for glass that I do. I highly recommend Fired Up Glass Arts, but be warned, Bullseye glass can be addicting! Side effects include happiness and seeing rainbows.

A really cute gift shop in south Wortley Village. They don't carry the usual cheap goo-gaas that…read morepermeate traditional gift shops. When I was last there, they had some vintage furniture on offer. Good options for guys, including beard care, local bitters and vintage bar glassware. I believe that the proprietor is also responsible for operating the annual flea market. Please consider supporting this local fave in these difficult times.

While Purple Moose has been a fan favourite for years in the Western Fair Market, they have…read morerecently opened a second location in with Uber Cool stuff. Their selections of amazing and irreverent socks is unmatched and it's always service with a smile. And maybe even a hug! A great addition to downtown and a must-visit for the crazy sock collector in your life!

You either know someone or are that someone who gets great delight in fun and funky socks. This is…read morethe place to go. So many unique designs it's very hard to choose. And even if you aren't in the market to buy, a browse will make you smile. I had a laugh at some of the more risque sock statements and a groan or two at the puns. The staff are super friendly and genuinely want to make your shopping experience fun.

First, to be clear, this is not a chapters. This is an indigo. Sure, they are the same company, but…read moreit's still a different store. Compared to other chapters/indigo I've been to, this one is by far the best. Great selection, helpful staff, and always has a place to sit and do work or read with adequate wall plugs.

Nice, big book store aka chapters, that is crammed with books of all kinds for whatever your…read moreinterest may be. Great selection, with very helpful staff to assist you with whatever you are looking for, and lots of places to sit down and read, or also an attached Starbucks to have a coffee in and read as well. Not much more to say about Chapters but if you're in the market for a book of any kind or even a magazine definitely come check it out.

I usually never give a review but I felt that I needed to do so and you'll understand why. I have…read morebought stuff before to know there are great finds any time you go. I had some clothing and footwear to sell and my mother suggested taking it here to Once Upon a Child. Before going I read the reviews and to be honest it didn't seem promising. I still went and found to notice how well of a system this place is run. As far as communication, customer service and overall experience. I also got alot more money than I thought I would for not alot of items. So don't always listen to the reviews because I will be using this service again hands down. Takes so much effort out of selling it yourself and I feel I got more money from Once Upon a Child then if I would of tried to sell it on marketplace. Just wanted to share that and it's a really cool place if people have not had the chance yet. So check it out! Chris

This store has gone very low they want to rip people off with only a small amount of money back…read moredont recommend unless you really need to like last resort

I think this is permanently closed. I used to love coming here for Jelly Beans and just exploring…read morethe massive store, but every time I drive by it's closed and dark.

Legg's is a great shop. It is in the little town of Birr, which is not too far out of London…read more They have a store that just keeps on going. Each room has a different category gifts and decoration in it. The farthest room at the back is entirely filled full of Christmas ornaments and decorations all year. There are books, clothing, kitchen wares, prints, collectibles, brittles, tea, jelly, garden accessories. There is fudge and icecream and loads of candy in the front as well as many home accessories. Bottom line: If you need a gift for someone, this is the place to look!! Also, this place has SO much to see inside, you will need to make sure you can come back or take your time to explore the whole thing.