Lakeside Decor is proud to support and showcase local artisans. Their talent and craftmanship bring a unique and elegant flair to any room in your home.
Below are a few of the artisans featured in our store.
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Jean Parent
Painting has become a way of life for Jean since recovering from cancer in 2006. Although she had painted with watercolour for 10 years, it wasn't until she experienced art therapy courses at Wellspring Niagara she truly found her passion. It was during these free expression sessions Jean began to realize the excitement of just putting colour to paper. This process became such a freeing and exciting experience she now spends part of her days exploring the richness of acrylic colour, the composition of abstraction, and her ability to find a voice through visual expression. We are truly fortunate to have found this wonderful artist to exhibit in our store.
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Tim Menzies
Tim has a wide range of experience from around the world. He was born in London England, has lived and studied art and photography in Toronto, Ottawa, the Bahamas and Jamaica. Tim currently resides in Barrie where he is the President of the Barrie Photo Club and actively promotes the annual colours of Music festival.
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Kevin CarewKevin was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia and grew up in Notre Dame de Grace, Quebec. He began painting ten years ago and fell in love with it. When his wife ran out of room to put his paintings, she urged him to begin selling them. Kevin offers a unique perspective on the world and we are lucky he is willing to share it with us.
Kevin currently lives in the Niagara region with his wife Beverley and his dog Bruce.
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Gerda Schultz
Gerda loves to create art from found objects. Although her work is found primarily on old windows, Gerda will paint on all types of items. She offers unique artwork to grace any home. If you are looking for a one of a kind gift for someone special or a beautiful accent for your home you have to see Gerda's work. You can visit Gerda in the fall at the Innisfil Studio Tour or see her work everyday at Lakeside Decor.
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Ellen Marr
Ellen became interested in stained glass more than 30 years ago as a hobby. Over the years this has developed into a career. Ellen has created one of a kind pieces for clients all over North America. She specializes in classic cars, pets and horses. Ellen currently works out of the Alton Mill, however we are lucky enough to offer Ellen's work here at Lakeside Decor. Just ask us about custom orders.
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Kim Jeffery
Kim loves photography. In particular Kim loves macro photography. A hobby that left Kim with an overwhelming amount of prints led to her creating beautiful greeting cards. These blank cards are the perfect way to express your feelings to that special person. Why not frame one of these exquisite photos for your own one of a kind art. Kim's cards offer a variety of images from flowers to vintage cars and beautiful scenery. Kim currently lives in Barrie where she owns and operates a spa and salon.
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Frances Mullay
Frances creates wonderful handcrafted, earth friendly bath and body essentials. Her line of organic soap and lotions combine shea butter with organic aloe vera and essential oils for wonderfully scented luxurious products. She also offers fun shapes such as shoes and Popsicles for a fun treat.
www.soapboxnaturals.com
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Ashley Lavenuik
Ashley loves jewellery. Her creativity lends itself to beautiful necklaces and earrings that sell as fast as she can make them. The most popular piece Ashley makes is the cell phone charm. These colourful charms can be used on phones, cameras, purses, zippers or anywhere you want to make a statement. Recently Ashley has become fascinated with sun catchers and her unique take on them are what she has called Dew Drops. Come in regularly to see what new ideas Ashley comes up with.
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Gerrit Borsch
At 83 years young there is no holding Gerrit back. His love of woodworking and desire to create unique pieces lends itself beautifully to Gerrit's exclusive designs of twig furniture. No two pieces are alike. What Gerrit sees in a branch or twig determines what it will become. When asked when Gerrit plans on giving up his passion he replies with a grin 'when I get old'. Gerrit currently lives with his wife Trudy in Alcona.
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Sandra Nascimento.
Lakeside Decor is honored to carry "My Thouhgts, Inspirational Poetry/Journal" written by local author Sandra Nascimento. Sandra was born and raised in Toronto but now lives in Innisfil with her husband. She has been writing for many years and says "Through the many ups and downs in life, I have learned the importance of journaling. Being inspired is universal and virtually everyone can benefit from journal writing". Watch for Sandra's next book "Conquering the World with Kindness".
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Daisy Soaps.
Are you looking for pure, natural soap? We've got it! Shannon, a local Innisfil entrepreneur makes the most beautiful soaps with all natural ingredients. The soaps are hot pressed right in her home in Alcona. With names like ginger and lemongrass, almond oatmeal and homey scrub, strawberry cream you can imagine the way they smell. The list of soaps is endless and Shannon is always trying new and exciting natural fragrances and oils. Try one soon, you'll never buy another department bar soap again.
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Chris Schoneveld
I met Chris at a Christmas artisan show and immediately asked him to join the growing list of artisans at Lakeside. Chris uses sandblasting to create one of a kind art for the garden. You can purchase a ready made piece or contact him directly to order your own unique piece. Chris will also sandblast wood and glass. Chris lives in Oro with his wife and daughter. You can check out his work at www.lcdesignsandblasting.com or better yet stop in the shop and see it first hand.
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Andrea Macdonell
Andrea is inspired by sunsets. Whether it be a sunset on the ocean or the lake from your Muskoka chair, Andrea paints beautiful sunsets. But if your looking for something fun for the kids room she doesn't disappoint. Her colourful and whimsical children's art is incredible. Come in soon and pick up that perfect piece of art.
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