Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Gift Guide: Tea for Two, (or any number at all!)

We blogged about these fantastic holiday teas not too long ago, but on a rainy day like today, they are number one on our Gift Guide for anyone on your list!


Whether you gift them as stocking stuffers, offer one as a small token of appreciation to a generous host, or present them to your favourite tea aficionado, flavours like Oh Christmas Tea (spicy and sweet), Dreidels & Donuts (inspired by chocolate treats and jelly donuts), Winter Blend (almond, hibiscus, cloves) and Rudolf's Red Rooibos (cranberry & vanilla) are sure to please!

Limited Edition Tealish Teas $15/ 75g tin

Monday, November 29, 2010

Gift Guide: For the whimsy lover

These beautiful, unscented oatmeal soap sets are each themed with vintage illustrations that are sure to please any character on your gift list!

Triple milled oatmeal soap, set of 3, $25

Friday, November 26, 2010

Gift Guide: The Baker


Pi'lo's fantastic silk-screened napkin set is ideal for any baked-goods/whimsy lover. 
A great handmade gift, set of 4, $59.
"Patty Cake, Patty Cake,
Baker's Man;
That I will Master,
As fast as I can;
Prick it and prick it,
And mark it with a T,
And there will be enough for Constant and me."

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

GIFT GUIDE! For the Entrepreneur in your life..

THE ENTREPRENEUR

The 2011 Daily Planner from Cavallini is the best! Not only will it coordinate your life and address book, it's also available in black, red & mint green leather.
Pair it with a hand-embroidered pouch from local entrepreneur Pi'lo and you've got a truly thoughtful gift!
Cavallini Planner, $39, Pi'lo pouch $25.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Welcome to our daily holiday gift guide!

The holidays are quickly approaching, and we are in full festive swing! Our baby tree is decorated, our lights are shining, and the delicious scent of peppermint mochas is filling the air! As you start to approach your gift giving this season, we are launching a new daily gift guide on the La Merceria blog!
Many of our shoppers have approached us to help them figure out the perfect gift for their nearest and dearest. Whether it's the hard to shop for guy, the foodie, the colleague, the hostest with the mostest, we have some great gift suggestions to treat each person on your list! 

Check back each day for our feature on a particular someone special, and the thoughtful gifts they'll love! Is there someone you need a gift idea for? Let us know!

Friday, November 19, 2010

Holiday Travel Accessories

The holidays can be hectic, and we are indulging in a few of our favourite things to help us enjoy the little moments this season and travel in style.

Airplane and purse friendly Tocca perfume in blood orange 
scented Stella, solid $38, fragrance $85





The perfect winter oversized clutch from Virginia Johnson, wool chain-stitch in various colours & patterns, $85


Pi'lo notebook with embroidered linen cover, $29


An original spin on a classic Canadian favourite, the perfect gift for your overseas hosts. Box of 9 handmade maple sugar pops, $15.


Perfect for hand-washing, spot-treatments, and laundering on the go, The Laundress Wash & Stain Bar, $8


Not only are any of the new Tealish Limited Edition Holiday Tins a great gift, but they are also perfect to relax into the holiday spirit. 
Rudolf's Red Rooibos, Oh Christmas Tea, Dreidels and Donuts, Winter Blend, $15ea

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Thank you for making our Holiday Event such a success!

Early on in our shopping night, our amazing bookkeepers from Black Tulip were perusing the store while enjoying a glass of wine and a little nosh!



It was a cold rainy night, but that didn't stop our Friends & Family event from being a great success! Several people picked up pieces that they'd had their eye on, some perfect Christmas gifts were found, and we all enjoyed our first Holiday party of the season!

Do you have any more photos from the night? We would love to see them! Email us at info@lamerceria.ca! 

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Holiday Sale Event Tonight!


Holiday season is here! To inspire your home decor, party planning and holiday shopping this season, we invite you to join us tonight for our Annual Holiday Sale Event!




Receive 20% off merchandise this afternoon only, 4pm - 8pm!

Enjoy a glass of wine and an Argentinean pastry while you browse our holiday gift selections and beautiful home decor ideas.





We can't wait, see you tonight!


Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Glassware galore

We've just received our latest order of beautiful crystal glassware, just in time for the holiday season! An easy way to freshen up your dinnerware as we move into the busy party season, stemless wine and water glasses are a modern update for any holiday table.




We also have our favourite tempered glass coffee & tea mugs back in stock in three great sizes and shapes! A perfect cup to enjoy your own loose-leaf tea to the glass teapot with insert we adore..

short stemmed wine glass $9, stemless crystal wine glass $8, half litre crystal carafe $15, one litre vintage carafe $12, tempered-glass mugs $9, teapot with insert $58, without insert $48

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Holiday Sale Event at La Merceria, Tuesday November 16th from 4-8pm!

We are so excited to host our annual Holiday Sale Event next week! All of our favourite gift ideas, home decor, perfumes and clothing are 20% off on Tuesday November 16th from 4 to 8 pm. Join us for a glass of wine and an Argentinean treat while you start off your Holiday gift giving!


Sincerest apologies to our good friends who received our invitation more than once..it just means we really want to see your lovely faces next Tuesday!!