The Homes for the Holidays (HFTH) Pop-Up Shop, presented by Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Inc., is a unique shopping stop on the home tour and is also open to the general public. It is a wonderful opportunity to support local artisans and vendors while contributing to Hospice Care Ottawa, and finishing up your holiday shopping. Complimentary tea, coffee and treats at the Pop-Up Shop, courtesy of our Hospitality Sponsor Trinity Development Group, will allow visitors to take a break and socialize.
Please come visit us at the Pop-Up Shop on:
When: Friday, November 17th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday November 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Saint Elias Banquet Centre, 750 Ridgewood Ave, Ottawa, ON K1V 6N1
Please come visit us at the Pop-Up Shop on:
When: Friday, November 17th from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday November 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Saint Elias Banquet Centre, 750 Ridgewood Ave, Ottawa, ON K1V 6N1
Pop-Up Shop Silent Auction
Three local, generous artists have donated several pieces of art for us to auction off in hopes of raising additional funds for this year's event. Please take the time to look at these beautiful works of art and make sure to bid!
Items will be displayed at the Pop-Up Shop at the Saint Elias Centre (750 Ridgewood Ave) on Friday, November 17th and Saturday, November 18th. The silent auction will close at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 18th and items will be available for pick up between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Pop-Up Shop. If you are unable to pick up the items during these hours, Hospice Care Ottawa will arrange with you to pick them up at our Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice (110 McCurdy Drive, Kanata) or our May Court Hospice (114 Cameron Avenue, Old Ottawa South). Items are only available for pickup and will not be shipped in the mail. Click here to view the auction items. |
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2023 Pop-Up Shop Vendors
Hospice Care Ottawa is thrilled to welcome back and introduce our community to the exciting vendors that will be at this year's Pop-Up Shop! Please take some time to learn more about our wonderful vendors.
Fine Chocolate by Ludwig Visit their website here. Discover the difference of handmade artisanal chocolate. Created near Perth by chocolatier Ludwig Ratzinger, Fine Chocolate by Ludwig offers several varieties and unique flavours. Something for everyone! |
Mette Baker Visit their website here. Danish-born Canadian artist, Mette Baker is based in Kanata. Mette captures the beauty and warmth of her oil paintings onto textiles like scarves, jackets, pillow covers and more. A truly unique gift for someone on your list! |
Steph'd Glass Art
Visit their website here. Richmond-based artist Steph Duncker has a love of all things rustic that led to salvaging antique windows and upcycling them into unique works of stained glass art. Her collection also includes glass ornaments, lanterns and more. |
Irish Eyes Visit their website here. Cead Mile Failte! Irish Eyes is Ottawa’s online boutique for all things Celtic, Irish and cozy. The shop features beautiful wool sweaters and scarves, jewelry, and homeware. The holiday chocolate and snacks are sure to tempt your tastebuds as well! |
Heavenly Honey Visit their website here. For the past 30 years, Heavenly Honey has been busy as bees producing quality local honey and unique gourmet products enhanced by the addition of fine liqueurs, maple or cinnamon. |
Deborah Lyall Fiber Art Visit their website here. Greely-based designer and artist Deborah Lyall combines colour and texture in textiles and in her original fiber art pieces, clothing, bags and more. Her signature vintage style is featured in art and gift shops nation-wide. |
Octopus Books Visit their website here. Woman-owned and independent, Octopus Books is long-standing resource in the Ottawa community that is committed to championing diverse voices and progressive values. Look for their assortment of books and holiday gift items at the Pop-Up! |
Tag Along Toys Visit their website here. Independently-owned neighbourhood toy store located in the Blue Heron Mall at 1500 Bank St in Ottawa South that offers a well-edited selection of toys, crafts, games, puzzles and books for everyone in your life. |
Creations GDC Visit their website here. Local artisan Ghislaine Descotes is known for her jewelry creations and her unique handbags made from recycled tire inner tubes! |
Bay Sweet Bay Visit their website here. Ottawa-based custom cake shop offering an assortment of treats. Talented owner Sawsan brings beautifully-decorated cookies and sweets to support the Pop-Up Shop. |
Riverlights Stained Glassworks Visit their website here. Inspired by nature, Riverlights Stained Glassworks creates stained and fused glass gifts fashioning unique panels, candleholders, keepsake boxes, ornaments and pendants in their own distinctive style. A selection of their work can be viewed on their Facebook page. |
Riverwood Gardens Visit their website here. For 15+ years, Osgoode’s Riverwood Gardens has been weaving nature's opulence into every detail of its floral designs. Owner Amber Tiede and her team create meticulously curated floral arrangements for weddings and corporate spaces. Look for their stunning wreaths at the Pop-Up shop. |
Rocks by Rhonda Lynn Visit their website here. Local Ottawa jewelry designer, Rhonda Lynn combines Sterling silver with gemstones, semi-precious stones, pearls and Swarovski crystals to create one-of-a-kind pieces. |
Larry Reed Carvings and Art Visit their website here. Local artisan, Larry Reed offers a selection of hand-carved decorations and items, including wood spirits, Christmas decorations, walking sticks, unique pens and more. |
Apothekerry Soap Visit their website here. Since 2019, Kerry has focused on making soap and skincare products that people can feel good about. All Apothekerry soaps are made by hand in small batches using a premium blend of carefully and ethically sourced, oils and plant butters. |

Bijoux for You
Ottawa-based Lorna Lyttle creates and designs jewelry with today’s woman in mind. What started as a passionate hobby has become a successful jewelry business, Bijoux for You, specializing in creative beaded designs.
Laurie Fagan
Visit their website here. Soft, uniquely designed knit and crochet scarves, hats and cowls made with quality yarns like alpaca, merino, silk and cotton – created by local artisan Laurie Fagan. |
The Girl With The Most Cake
Visit their website here. Delicious works of art in the form of scratch-made custom cakes, designed and made for events big and small. |
Linda Goldberg
Linda Goldberg is an Ottawa jeweler formally trained in polymer clay, wire work, and silversmithing. Her designs have been commissioned by artist in Canada and the US. She uses various complex techniques such as Skinner Blends, Mica-Shift, Mokume Gane and Ikat to make complex kaleidoscopic canes that she used in one of kind jewellery designs. |
Rachel MacDonald
Visit their website here. Local watercolour artist and teacher Rachel MacDonald features florals, birds and nature. |
Shaded Canada
Shaded Canada is a locally owned, female run biz that has been keeping Ottawa’s dopamine flowing for 10+ years. With Andrea’s keen sense of smell, her sassy personality and her super style she has been keeping the vibes high with her stunning home decor, beautiful essential oil blends and funky face fashion. All of Shaded pieces are truly unique and the most perfect and thoughtful gifts for everyone.
Shaded Canada is a locally owned, female run biz that has been keeping Ottawa’s dopamine flowing for 10+ years. With Andrea’s keen sense of smell, her sassy personality and her super style she has been keeping the vibes high with her stunning home decor, beautiful essential oil blends and funky face fashion. All of Shaded pieces are truly unique and the most perfect and thoughtful gifts for everyone.
Comfort Shoes Ottawa
Visit their website here. Mar’yana Yadakh of Comfort Shoes Ottawa will bring a beautiful collection of Ukrainian Christmas decorations and Nordic socks to this year’s Pop-Up Shop. |
Century Woodshop
Visit their website here. Kars-based artisan Philip Lee has always loved working with wood in one form or another. Today, he creates stunning wood bowls, bringing out the beauty, colour and pattern from each log as it spins on the lathe. |
Thank You to Our Generous Donors!
We are so grateful that the following local businesses and individuals have generously donated items that we can sell at our event for 100% proceeds to Hospice Care Ottawa. Last year these items, donated by many of these same generous supporters, raised over $13,000 to help us serve individuals and families who need hospice and palliative care in our community.
Please help us by supporting them next time you are out and about. Tell them you appreciate that they support Hospice Care Ottawa!
Please help us by supporting them next time you are out and about. Tell them you appreciate that they support Hospice Care Ottawa!
Art Is In Bakery
Bella’s Boys Black Dog Bistro Caecilia Goetze Chances “R” Comfort Shoes Glen Marlayne Joseph Cull |
Leila: The Painting Lady
Libo Habets P.O.S. Loblaws Bells Corner Store #1023 Manotick Home Hardware Martha Nixon May Court Club of Ottawa Paul Rushforth Real Estate |
Pure Kitchen
Rachel MacDonald Red Apron Restaurant Les Fougeres Riverwood Gardens The Scone Witch Sweet Everything Ottawa Mrs. McGarrigle’s |
Kathleen Sterling
Thyme & Again Starbucks Stafford Road Bells Corners Tim Hortons Billings Bridge Mall Top Shelf Preserves Zypchen Gerry |