Freshly Canadian
Who: Illustrator/designer Rachael Herbert
Where: Montreal
What: Well, pretty much everything: illustration, web design, handmade stationery and other objects (seen above), etc., etc., etc., all done in a distinctively bright, clean, enchanting style. She keeps busy running an Etsy store, an addictive, adorable blog and one very happy garden.
Who: Illustrator Rachelle Anne Miller
Where: Ottawa
What: It’s the bunny’s sweetly patterned ears and the peacefully slumbering creature on the elephant’s back: loving details that make this illustrator’s work so captivating. Do visit her gallery store for more heartwarming images and a guaranteed smile.
Who: Ainsley Sturko of Grumble Toy (also on Etsy)
Where: Winnipeg
What: Prints and toys of some very charming and unique creatures, adorably bizarre-looking. Isn’t Mookie just the happiest little felt guy you’ve seen (with some fierce competition from Ookie)?
Who: Amanda Spicer of Primped Paperie
Where: Calgary
What: Floating high above the city — powered by pink bubblegum — or picking gingerbread cookies growing on trees, these wide-eyed girls and boys find themselves in scenarios right out of your childhood dreams. The Zodiac girls are especially adorable;”fierce yet gentle” Leo has got to be my favourite.
Who: Valéry Goulet of valérydesignwrks
Where: Edmonton
What: A vibrant, often humorous, illustration style translates into unique wall decals, note cards and prints. Check out her sunshiny Etsy shop and these desktop wallpapers she’s graciously shared with us!
