Fortins Home Hardware - Open for Business in Chilliwack
/Fortins Home Hardware - Open for Business in Chilliwack
Check out how Fortin's Home Hardware is staying open for business in Chilliwack amidst our current circumstances:
Luna Float - Open for Business in Chilliwack
/Luna Float - Open for Business in Chilliwack
Luna Float is open... kind of. Available for gift certificates/cards and a very cool project called the 'Float Fund' check it out:
Suttie Mortgage - Open for Business in Chilliwack
/Suttie Mortgage - Open for Business in Chilliwack
Jason Suttie of Suttie Mortgage is in business helping homeowners and purchasers navigate the new landscape.
Joint Force Tactical - Open for Business in Chilliwack
/Joint Force Tactical - Open for Business in Chilliwack
Dan and Tina Spielman, owners of Joint Force Tactical, provide an update on how they are helping first responders and their regular customers.
Where to Shop - Supreme Tattoos
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Supreme Tattoos (located at 46135 Yale Rd. East - map below) has been in Chilliwack for 19 years now, and they are known for more than just their tattoos and piercings - they are known to have a big heart and care about downtown Chilliwack.
Frank, the owner, gave us the privilege of watching them work in their shop. We saw genuine people who put a lot of heart into their work to create something they are proud to have stand beside their name; from designing the initial piece, to collaborating together to get the perfect stencil placement, to the actual tattooing, they put a lot of care into their pieces.
Whether you contact them online or pop into the shop, Supreme Tattoos will set you up and make sure you are matched up with the best artist for the tattoo you have in mind.
Visit them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/supremetattoocwk/
Or find them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supremetattoocwk/
And check them out here: https://www.bestprosintown.com/bc/chilliwack/supreme-tattoo-/
Unforgettable - Where To Shop In Chilliwack
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Unforgettable is a resale clothing store that moved beside The Book Man on Wellington (see map below) several years ago, but we only just discovered it (recommended to us by Michelle E Toupin and Ashley Scissorhands)!
On our first visit to Unforgettable, we found a shop buzzing with a loyal customer base, all seemingly known to the owner, which is always something nice to see. We also discovered a vast array of second-hand boots and shoes, all in great condition, with great prices; vintage and modern purses; racks of clothing; jewelry; band t-shirts; and probably our favourite rack – jackets and coats, which carried a bit of everything! At the back of the store are some collectables, memorabilia, records and a clearance rack.
As an economical/financial solution, some look to buying second-hand, others see it as part of building a sustainable environment, some see it as a way to find a unique piece for their home or to wear, and others just love treasure hunting. Either way, Unforgettable is worth a stop!
Find them on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Unforgettable.Chilliwack/
GP Home Furniture - The Yeti Gift
/GP Home Furniture - The Yeti Gift
We just got through the holiday season and the last thing you’re probably thinking about is having to buy more gifts. Heck, you probably just got your credit card bill and you’re wondering why you spent so much in the last month anyways!
Imagine being the kid born at the beginning of January?! Talk about getting the short end of the stick. Sure you’re the oldest kid in your class, but the rest of your life you’re having to compete with Christmas and New Year’s. People are partied out and fully engaged in their new year’s resolutions and all you want is people to come celebrate your birthday.
Finding the perfect gift for someone like that can be tough.
However, you can make it memorable with a high quality, durable and lasting gift that’s also personalized. Perhaps you can get their name on the side OR a nickname; some people have even had an image of their pet engraved, favourite sports team and of course a humorous quote or image.
The possibilities are endless and the daily joy of using a superb product from Yeti will be a gift that someone who can often feel forgotten, remembered.
Future Gift Ideas:
Grad 2020 - perhaps a personalized Yeti for the grad(s) in your life? Congratulate them on their success.
Anniversary - share your love and memorable day with a Yeti Rambler.
Birthdays - give that special someone something to remember you by on each sip of their beverage.
Just Because - who wouldn’t love getting a great gift like a Yeti mug, bottle or rambler with a unique engraving for them?!
Chilliwack's Teacher Gift Ideas - Local Holiday Gift Guide
/10 Local Gift Ideas for Teachers Under $20
Chilliwack's Local Holiday Gift Guide
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Chilliwack's Local Holiday Gift Guide
Blossom Floral Design (7425 Vedder Rd)
GP Home Furniture (44680 Yale Road West)
Winks (45657 Stevenson Road)
Old Yale Brewing (404 - 44550 South Sumas Rd)
Minter Country Garden (10015 Young Rd)
Major League Two (45768 Gaetz St)
Cheam Mountain Golf Course (44610 Luckakuck Way)
The Town Butcher (301 - 5580 Vedder Rd)
Luna Float (101 45645 Tamihi Way)
Cultivate Cafe (10015 Young Rd - Inside Minter Gardens)
Brightside Eggs - Local Free Range Organic Eggs
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We saw a dancing chicken on the side of Evans Rd, and discovered our first ever self-serve store with delicious eggs!
Brightside Eggs is a family-run pop-in shop off of Evans Rd. (6899 Evans Rd - map below) that prides itself on putting hand-picked and hand-packed, quality free-range and delicious eggs from their organic egg farm onto your table.
We are happy to hear that the Brightside birds are cageless, free to roam, scratch and fly around, but with this cold snap we are having right now, though they are kept free to roam and cageless, they are also kept warm and safe inside the barn. But when that weather is warmer the doors are opened, so keep an eye out for the hens outside in the centre pasture!
According to Brightside, who are 3rd generation farmers, they raise their own chicks from babies until 19 weeks to guarantee the “health and wellness of [their] girls from chicks all the way to laying”. Their farm stand is completely cashless, and the vending machine accepts tap debit and credit cards. The eggs are free range organic and are priced at $7/doz, $13/2 doz, or $16/flat of 30.
We love supporting and encouraging family run business in Chillwack, especially a business that spends so much time, care and pride over their product (and their birds)!
Check them out on facebook at:
Hair by Michellee Toupin and Ashley Scissorhands - Hair Salons in Chilliwack
/In an alleyway just off of Mill Street lies a little hair studio with big personalities; Ashley Scissorhands and Hair by Michellee Toupin. We first discovered Michelle and Ashley when we were told they were THE one’s to go to for bright hair colour, but it turns out that they are all around fantastic hair artists.
Ashley and Michelle seem to have their fingers not only in your hair but also on the pulse of downtown. As we said on our Instagram post, being in their salon makes us feel like we just got to hang out at the cool kids table, and it’s not just from their eclectic decor (which includes both skulls and quotable embroidery) and their Google Play playlist!
There always seems to be some kind of action at their salon; whether it is visitors from nearby businesses or clipboard-carrying movie set people walking around outside. Birdie’s Bakery also seems to become a topic of conversation during every visit…which often leads to a Birdie’s visit after the salon. And somehow, these two women always seem to be able to find someone to bring them a tea or latte!
Whether it’s a classic cut and colour, balayage, foils, an up-do, or something big, bright or bold, these two women have you covered (while also covering that gray!).
Find them on Instagram and Facebook:
Hair by Michelle E Toupin
https://www.facebook.com/hairbymichelleetoupin/
https://www.instagram.com/hairby_michelleetoupin/
Ashley Scissorhands
https://www.facebook.com/Ashleyscissorhandsxo
https://www.instagram.com/ashleyscissorhandsxo/
Unika - Where to Buy Women's Clothing, Accessories and Gifts in Chilliwack
/Unika - Where to Buy Women's Clothing, Accessories and Gifts in Chilliwack
Unika at Garrison Crossings in Chilliwack
Unika Clothing and Accessories identifies themselves as a “resale boutique”, and we completely agree. With both new and used clothing, footwear and hand bags, Unika brings a fresh, contemporary look on how to go green on your clothing and accessories, while ensuring you have a selection of quality pieces to choose from.
With two locations - Chilliwack and Langley (#6 - 45575 Keith Wilson Rd, Chilliwack, see map below), Unika has been highly spoke of by several sources, and we could see why. The store is airy, trendy, and laid out with beautiful displays. Identifying themselves as a modern boutique is very accurate, as it is in a completely category all its own, not resembling any consignment store we have been to.
New comfy fall sweaters, chic dresses, trendy purses and beautiful scarves were an inviting feature featured prominently throughout the store, and the second-hand clothing was displayed nicely and easily identified by a green clip on the hangers. As a “resale boutique”, Unika looks for items according to the seasons, and on their website they make it easy to learn specifics on how their consignment works, with a list of their most desired brands.
The staff at Unika was very friendly and helpful, and we quickly learned how Unika is a big supporter of local artisans, featuring soaps, candles, necklaces, bracelets and more, all acquired locally or from the surrounding ares. We were also told that once someone has been there once, they keep on coming back, and that seemed to be true with amount of customers we saw.
With limited local choices for women’s wear, Unika is a place locals can be proud of.
Visit their website here:
https://unikalife.com
Follow them online here:
https://www.facebook.com/unikalife/
https://www.instagram.com/unikalife/
Winks - Home, Garden & Gifts - Where to Shop in Chilliwack
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“Make it Beautiful” - the tagline of Winks store, which is partly why we stopped by; because sometimes you just like to look at, buy or be around pretty things! Established for over 8 years, Winks is located on the corner of Vedder Rd and Stevenson (map below), in a shop offsite from a white house, which adds to it’s unique charm.
When asked about her product lines, Winks enthusiasm and passion shined through - not only for her products, but for the art and the artisans behind each piece. We have highlighted some of those beautiful pieces in the photos below: Sophie Conran dinnerware, Beekman 1802 goat soap (owned by former Amazing Race winners!), Sid Dickens memory blocks (hand-crafted in Vancouver), and the purrha jewellery, which is hand-made using antique seals.
If you are looking for a unique gift, or something special for the home, be sure to check out Winks where her and her staff will be happy to help.
The Town Butcher - Online Shopping
/The Town Butcher - Online Shopping
Do you love shopping local but can’t always find the time to get out to your favourite store?
What if your favourite store could deliver everything directly to your door?
The Town Butcher now offers online shopping AND shipping!
Here’s how it works:
Shop online for your favourite Town Butcher products and pay the same price for them online as you do in store. Then for all deliveries over $50, pay only $5 shipping (if you’re within 20km of the store).
To give you an idea of how far 20km from The Town Butcher is, that’s houses on Fairfield Island, sections of Rosedale, all of Yarrow and Greendale plus into Cultus Lake and down the Chilliwack River Valley.
SHOP NOW: thetownbutcher.com
From their website:
”About the Town Butcher
Bill Turnbull & his friendly team welcomes you to The Town Butcher, newly located at the Garrison Corner of Vedder Rd & Keith Wilson Rd – Chilliwack’s go-to butcher for locally raised and locally sourced meats, that are grass-fed with no antibiotics, and all cut on location. This charming store also features a delicatessen stocked with a variety of fresh, high quality, seasonal products cooked on-site to complement or complete a full meal.”
Payton & Buckle Fine Footwear - Where To Shop In Chilliwack
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Payton & Buckle Fine Footwear - Where To Shop In Chilliwack
There’s something special about walking into a well-established downtown store that specializes so well in a particular item, that you know you will find just what you are looking for.
Payton & Buckle Fine Footwear (located at 45930 Wellington Ave map below - with locations also in Abbotsford & Pitt Meadows) is the perfect place to find quality shoes, boots and sandals for every member in your family.
The small and quaint store is filled with beautiful displays, and when we stopped in, they were fully ready for the fall season. Upon entering the store, we were immediately met by a wonderful employee who was quick to help with our requests. As the employee went to the back room to look for more products, we perused through the store shelves and found nearly countless options of footwear, and in various price ranges; from their sales shelves to the higher end displays, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for in foot wear.
In particular, we found the mens section to be surprisingly vast in its variety. Typically, a men’s foot wear section is limited to athletic or work safe options, but Payton & Buckle offered everything from work boots, to casual wear and dress shoes. Payton & Buckle is an incredible addition to our downtown core, and one that we should all be proud patrons of.
From their website:
”Owner John Laanstra has been in the shoe business for over 30 years, getting his start in 1981 when he was hired as a salesman. Nine years later he purchased a portion of the business. After a great working relationship with his business partner, he decided to buy the entire company in 2007. At that time with only one store location, Chilliwack, he saw an opportunity and decided to expand the business.
August 2009 saw the opening of a second store with its location in Abbotsford and October 2013 was the opening of a third and located in Pitt Meadows.”
Learn more about them here:
https://paytonandbuckle.com
Follow them online here:
https://www.facebook.com/paytonandbuckle/
https://www.instagram.com/payton_and_buckle/
Kick Ass Cakes - Where To Buy a Cake in Chilliwack
/Kick Ass Cakes - Where To Buy a Cake in Chilliwack
Kick ass cake’s carnival themed birthday cake.
Wedding, birthday or maybe just because?! There’s always a season for buying a delicious and immaculately decorated cake! Kick Ass Cakes in Chilliwack is an exceptional place to put in an order for a custom decorated cake.
We recently stopped by Kick Ass Cakes to see what they were up to and sample some of their delicious products. Located near the corner of Knight Rd and Vedder Rd (7484A Vedder Road parking and entrance as at the read of the building - map below), we know from experience that you will enjoy talking with the bakers and decorators, as well as checking out what they’re baking up next.
Kick Ass Cakes has been in Chilliwack since 2011 and has provided cakes for all sorts of occasions. Best known for their wedding cakes and cupcakes, they start taking orders in February for the upcoming summer wedding season. Their order list fills up quickly, so if you’re looking to get a beautiful and delicious cake made for your summer wedding in 2020, you will want to contact Kick Ass Cakes sooner rather than later!
During our quick visit with the mother-daughter team that run the store, we were able to witness the impressive carnival-themed cake made for “Robbie’s” 40th birthday party, as shown above, complete with a candy apple top and popcorn shaped cake pieces. We also saw the ladies making a simpler, but magnificent looking cake for a lucky 4 year old that has a love for Paw Patrol. To top off our visit, they pulled out some red velvet cupcakes and showed us how they fill them and top them off with cream cheese icing. Add the final touches of a few sprinkles on top and you have some cupcakes that were to die for!!!
You can learn more about Kick Ass Cakes here: http://www.kickasscakes.ca
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KickAssCakesBC/
Multi Pack Foods - Where To Shop in Chilliwack
/Multi Pack Foods - Where To Shop in Chilliwack
One of the local ‘not-so-hidden-treasures’ of downtown Chilliwack is Multi Pack Foods. Located on Victoria and Nowell (behind the post office), Multi Pack Foods is one of our favourite little delis to visit for lunch. With their fresh made sandwiches, sausage rolls and fruit strudels, you’ll go in looking for one thing and come on out carrying a whole lot more, which may also include some of their daily homemade soup that they offer!
Multi Pack Foods offers a wide variety of meats and cheeses, and even does a lot of their own pepperoni (the short hot pepperoni is our personal favourite) and smoked meats, not to mention the beef jerky that’s made in-house.
If you’re looking for a great place to pick up Johnston’s Pork products, then Multi Pack is the place to do that! (https://www.johnstons.ca)
Stop into Multi Pack and pick up everything you need to make an impressive charcuterie board for weekend guests or a delightful sandwich platter. You’ll be able to create a wide spread of treats from the meat and cheese selection, and maybe surprise everyone with some of that blood tongue sausage and find out what they think of it!
You’ll love your visit to this family owned establishment - we sure do every time!
The Town Butcher - Where To Shop in Chilliwack
/The Town Butcher - Where To Shop in Chilliwack
The Town Butcher has been a main-stay for beef, poultry and fish products in Chilliwack for over 10 years. This store has been built around the value of good relationships with local farmers who grow quality products and value a high quality of life for their animals.
Bill Turnbull, the founder and owner of The Town Butcher, had a vision when he first started working in a small grocery store in Chilliwack. While working in that deli, he saw a need for high quality meat products that were sourced locally. He began to put together his vision for his store and launched it near downtown Chilliwack where he quickly became known as the place to buy the highest quality of meat products in town.
After years of trying to make it work on the north side of Chilliwack, Bill closed the store, packed up and moved to their current location in Garrison Crossing (on Vedder Rd & Keith Wilson - map below). This new store has thrived in it’s current location, and offers everything you need for a perfect turkey dinner or amazing steak BBQ. And being in the same parking lot as Garrison Greens is an added bonus for a one-stop shop (https://www.facebook.com/garrisongourmetgreensco/)!
The Town Butcher should be your next stop for some Twice Baked Potatoes, high quality hand pressed hamburgers or the ever impressive AAA Certified Angus Ribeye - a steak unlike any other.
Learn more about The Town Butcher here:
https://thetownbutcher.com
Follow them on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/townbutcher/
Magnolia Clothing Boutique - Where To Shop in Chilliwack
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Magnolia Clothing Boutique
Magnolia Clothing Boutique is a unique women’s clothing store on Young Rd. Their clothing is beautifully fit for women of all sizes, ranging from size small to plus-size, and offer quality and fashionable garments and accessories.
Their sales staff was so friendly and enthusiastic about their products, and knowledgable about the lines that they carry, and was happy to offer tips on their best-sellers and the fit of their clothing! It was such a treat to peruse their store.
When we visited, it was the last day with summer clothing that they were about to pack up to make room for more of their fall line that was waiting in the back. If you haven’t stopped by there recently, you will definitely want to pop in now!
You can find Magnolia Clothing Boutique at 1-8580 Young Road (Map Below the Pictures)
You can check out Magnolia Clothing Boutique here:
https://www.magnoliaclothing.shop
Or follow them on Facebook & Instagram:
https://www.facebook.com/Magnolia-Clothing-Boutique-1526828974111166/
The Local Harvest Market
/The Local Harvest Market
Dan, owner/founder and passionate leader of Local Harvest.
We had the privilege of stopping in at The Local Harvest Market this week, and also getting a little tour of the farm and facilities. The Local Harvest Market is a self sustaining market that produces and sells products grown only on their farm land.
Their mission is to “grow and produce quality food, educate the public on the importance of local food systems and promote the development of local agriculture and food production.”
Having never been to the Local Harvest, we had some expectations of what to expect of their produce and fresh baked bread. The market not only lived up to those expectations, but were superseded by Dan, the owner/founder, who took us on a quick tour of the farm and facilities. The most exciting thing we learned on that tour was that the Local Harvest is an ‘open’ farm. During business hours (Mon - Sat/9am - 6pm) all visitors are welcome to wander around the farm and see everything in action!
The Local Harvest believes in sustainable growing, all year long. Everything they sell on site was grown on site. Vegetables are available seasonally and they use “sustainable growing methods and natural biological controls to produce the finest, freshest and chemical-free foods.” They do use cool storage and greenhouses to help prolong the life and availability of some of their produce, but otherwise what’s available in the market is whatever is available in season.
Aside from the great produce grown on their land, the Local Harvest also has it’s own bakery on-site that uses a wood-fired oven to bake their enticing breads, including wood-fired pizza. The smell of fresh bread that wafts through the market would require a lot of willpower to avoid, which no one would want to employ with the promise of such delicious, good, handmade, freshly baked bread.
The market also offers product from Anita’s Organic Mill, and we found some fresh cold-pressed juice from The HABIT Project.
Learn more about The Local Harvest here: thelocalharvest.ca
Follow them on Facebook here: www.facebook.com/thelocalharvestmarket/
And Instagram: www.instagram.com/localharvest/
Located at 7697 Lickman Road (MAP BELOW)
