August 28, 2015
Tool Roll Review from Canadian Cycling
Written by carl and rose
Our tool roll was reviewed this week in Canadian Cycling, I especially love the opening (see below) and click on the link to see the full review. Thanks Andre and Canadian Cycling for the time and kind words.
“The grace and power of pro riders in full flight are an impressive sight, and many amateur riders have sought to emulate them, at least in look if not in speed. For some, presentation is so important that it’s been codified: for example, (with tongue firmly in cheek) the set of rules by the Velominati. But imitation has its limits; the reality of the average rider clashes with that of the pro ideal, which makes some of the exhortations on the list particularly hilarious, such as Rule 29: prohibition against seat bags, or “European Posterior Man-Satchels”.
But still, the Velominati do have a point. Seat bags, in general, are not very esthetically pleasing. Worse, they often attached via hook-and-loops straps around the seatpost and slowly but surely destroy your bibs over time. But without a team follow car on your every ride (or let’s face it, any ride), seat bags are a necessity, until now.
Carl & Rose Bicycle Goods, a new startup out of Toronto, with their new tool roll, offers a stylish and functional alternative to the traditional seat bag. Tool rolls are simple in concept: wrap up your tools and spare tube, strap it securely to the underside of the saddle and voila. But as is so often with simple designs, the devil is in the details, and the Carl & Rose Tool Roll have a number of clever touches……..”
See the full review here
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November 24, 2014
Christmas One of a Kind 2014
Written by carl and rose
Yes it is true we decided to take part in the Christmas One of a Kind show this year. We are going to have all our home decor items there as well as Air Plant Brooches. Unfortunatly no jewellery due to the OOAK catagory classifications but those goods will still be avaiable online and at other retailers.
Here are all the details you need to know about the show.
The show is open:
Thurs, November 27 – Sun, December 7
Weekdays and Saturdays: 10am – 9pm
Sunday: 10am – 6pm
Late Night Shopping
Thurs, December 4: 10am – 11pm
Our booth is #C46
For tickets and more information about the show, please visit: http://www.
And here’s a link to get a whopping $3 off the price of admission (applicable to online ticket sales only, $1 off for tickets at the door)
https://www.microspec.com/tix123/eTic.cfm?code=OOAKX14&promo=ASDpgtg
Here’s some pics of studio prep gearing up to the show:
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August 5, 2014
Toronto Flower Market
Written by carl and rose
This past May and June we had the chance to take part in the Toronto Flower Market (above illustration by Courtney WotherSpoon, isn’t it great?)
It was such a blast, we met tons of interesting people, got to show off our planters under the spring sunshine and last but not lease bring fresh cut flower/succulent bouquets to the attendees. Here are a few snaps from our prep days and then our set-up up.
Here’s our Set-up. On the left is May and then for June we got smart with the folding table and umbrella
Peonies and Succulents about to be made into a bouquet. This combo makes my top 5 best combos of all time I think!
Working Messy
Working messy again, making our brooch of the month club brooches….
But the above photo gets turned into these. ( found here )
Noah gave this tray the sign of approval
Also I can’t forget to mention the feature in Chatalaine. about Natasa Kajganic the founder and organizer of the market. Thanks to Sian Richards for taking such a lovely picture of our planters. Here is the link to the full article.
And last but not least Canadian Garden asked all the growers and florists taking part what our favorite flower or plant is. Check it out here
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August 4, 2014
Getting Connected
Written by carl and rose
We’ll we have to admit that updating our blog isn’t our strong point. But in saying that we are always active on Instagram. Check out some of our latest picture below.
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June 6, 2014
Open House
Written by carl and rose
VéloColour turns 7 this year, it’s the first anniversary in our new space and it’s coming along nicely. Carl&Rose is on a roll, we have lots of new projects coming together and our showroom is nearing completion. It’s spring, there’s a barbeque, we want to see you and really do we need a reason to have a party? We think not.
Our doors are going to be open from three o’clock on. We’ll have some snacks, beverages and plenty to see. Come check out the space and say hi. Your little ones are welcome too.
If night time is more your style than come by a bit later. We’ll have something good cooking out front on the barbeque and a few beverages but feel free to bring something if you like. And hey bring along a friend or two as well.
We’re on Weston Rd. but set back from the street (everyone gets lost the first time). There is parking space for cars and limitless bicycle lock-ups
Bicycles or Driving: Keele turns into Weston Rd after St Clair. So cross over St.Clair and then turn right at the first drive way after ABC lumber, just past Gunns Rd. Then just follow the signs. We are the auto garage furthest north.
Transit: Take the Weston rd bus from Keele station it’s only about 6 minutes and get off at Gunns Rd. Again follow the balloons or turn right at the first drive way after ABC lumber, just past Gunns Rd. From there we should be hard to miss. We are the auto garage furthest north.
Date:
Saturday June 7th 3:00-11:00pm
and Sunday June 8th 12-5pm
Place: Velocolour 191 Weston Rd.
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