Twice a year the One of a Kind Show takes over Toronto’s Direct Energy Centre with hundreds of local designers and artisans showcasing their products. From clothing and accessories to homemade foods and home décor items, the annual extravaganza always proves to be a great destination for unique gifts for yourself or a friend.
Here are five great finds that guys will love that you can pick up at the spring 2014 One of a Kind show.
1. Upcycled glass decante: $125 – $175 each
Let your dark side shine with one of these limited edition blown glass skull decanters from Terry Craig and Jen Wanless-Craig of Artech Glassblowing Studios (Booth: E21) in Tory Hill, ON.
2. Dad’s beer: $32
These tumbled 4″x4″ marble tile coasters were created by Dan Fallak of VersaTile (Booth: Q40) and they are the perfect gift for any deserving dad.
3. Leather bow ties: $35
Want to make a serious style statement? Toronto-based Robin Fitzsimons (Booth: K20S) brings heraffordable Fitzy hand dyed leather bow ties to the show to dress up any fashionistos look.
4. Lego tile cufflinks: $20 each
Spruce up your boring dress shirt with these fun Lego tile cufflinks, courtesy of Vancouver-based Jennifer Chow and Nostalgic links (Booth: P06). Available in over 20 different colours.
5. Recycled beer glasses: $22 each
Rebber! A repurposed brown beer bottle, courtesy of Terry Craig and Jen Wanless of Artech Glassblowing Studios (Booth: E21) that still holds a full beer! Chill, fill, enjoy, rinse, repeat!
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The spring 2014 One of a Kind Show runs from Wednesday March 26th until Sunday March 30th at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, 100 Princes’ Blvd., Toronto.
