Here are some innovative online shops based in Northumberland that ship province-wide. There’s lots of variety here to wrap up your holidays without ever leaving your computer.
From Warkworth, this wonderful antique warehouse puts treasure hunt finds at your fingertips. Browse through thousands of original antique and vintage salvaged products. You'll find them neatly organized into easy-to-find categories, including doors, lighting, hardware, building parts, windows, home decor and furniture. They also offer delivery in Southern Ontario and have a location you can visit in person to get a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that's well worth the drive.
This is the site for organic, protein-based pet snacks, specializing in treats made from rabbit, beaver and bison meat. The rabbits are ethically-raised by the founders of Shades of Gray, a Certified Aboriginal Business. Order individual varieties or sign up for special bundles of treats sent every month.
Shop with ease at this whole-plant apothecary for “skin and spirit”. Sunday’s company produces products in small batches – no chemicals, no preservatives, no fillers. What you do get are ethically wildcrafted bath and body products. Offerings include: balanced cleansing oils, facemasks, and herbal mixtures for headache rescue. If you are local, their brick-and-mortar store is opening November 24th in Warkworth.
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All manner of crystals can be purchased here, selected by a reiki master who also has a studio in the village of Warkworth. Click through the wide array of crystal points and clusters ranging from amethyst to rose quartz. Crystal wrist malas and necklaces are also featured. If you're in Warkworth to do some online shopping, you can also pop in to visit with the knowledgeable team in person.
The Shortbread Company has a fun, fresh site to help you with your holiday gift orders. Mother-daughter team Rose-Mary and Rosie have amazing Christmas varieties. Plus, the fun packaging really takes the cookie. Select from mini-sample boxes to full cookie jars of your favourites. Can't decide? Order a gift card.
This local Alpaca mill is set up with an online store that offers delivery of its 100% natural fibre, Alpaca yarn and other knit products. The full, working textile mill on this Northumberland farm makes it an international go-to for soft, quality Canadian 2-ply, 3-ply and lopi style yarn. Know a knitter? Order a gift card.