Both Kristin and Kayla shop local whenever they can.

Kayla popped in to see the expansion at Paper Umbrella last night and mentioned it to a friend. That friend had no idea where Paper Umbrella was or that even existed in the city. Kayla gasped (as she is in there at least every 2 weeks, getting her stationary addictions filled) and promptly decided to do some blogging about some favourite local places to shop.

Here are some of Kayla's favourite local places:

• Groovy Mama

• Paper Umbrella

• Living off the Land Essentials

• Roundhill Pottery

• T+A Vinyl & Fashion

• The Painted Parasol (Lumsden)

Here are some of Kristin's favourite local places:

• Norcal Colors

• SEED Sustainable Style

• Traditions Hand Craft Gallery

• Project Barre Studio

• Anex Interiors: Home Decor

Here are some of our instructor favourite local places:

• The Tit Store

• Excalipurr Cat Cafe (opening soon)

• Mortise & Tenon

• Norwood Clothing Co.

• Aware House Books - Gift Shop

"I'm not sure the last time I even stepped foot in a Walmart. I would just way prefer to buy the things I need from a local store." - Kayla