By shopping local, you can not only support local businesses, but you can stock up on some pretty awesome products. Brampton has fantastic crafters, artisans and tastemakers, here are 10 you definitely need to check out.
Sara Heathfield
Sara turns her original paintings into gorgeous accessories like scarves, umbrellas and phone cases.
Arrow & Vine
Arrow & Vine was established in 2015 with the goal of featuring local artists, Canadian-made products, limited editions, and anything not generic.
Perpetual Bazaar
In business for over 40 years, Perpetual Bazaar is run solely by volunteers and offers handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts and household items.
Mrs. V’s Preserves
Mrs. V’s makes real fruit and vegetable preserves and pickled vegetables using fresh, whole ingredients. It’s all locally-sourced when possible, too.
Corks & Bubbles
All of this company’s cold-processed soaps, body butters, and bath bombs are handmade, vegan, locally-sourced, and registered with Health Canada’s cosmetic registry program.
Deborah Kenny Jewellery
A longtime presence at the Brampton Farmer’s Market, Deborah Kenny Jewellery is handcrafted from high-quality sterling silver.
Malzmode
Making unique bow ties and pocket squares for dapper dressers, Malzmode has been in business since 2014.
Splendiferous Soaps
This company’s handmade products – which include soaps, creams, beard oil, bath bombs, bath salts, lip balm, face masks, and even dog shampoo – are vegan and made with all-natural ingredients.
Threaded in the Family
Run by a mother and her two daughters, this company produces custom-made crocheted items, wood handcrafts, and baked goods.
Nova Supply Company
Love, Comfort, and Freedom are the three words that represent Nova Supply, a clothing company that makes versatile, timeless, and provocative clothing for men and women.
Saffron & Lily
Saffron & Lily is a children’s clothing line that specializes in fun, fashionable design grounded in South Asian culture.
Feature Image – Sara Heathfield