Guelph is full of talented mums owning and running creative small businesses. I personally love buying one of a kind, handmade items while at the same time supporting locals in Guelph. Below are some amazing creative businesses run by local mums. This blog features the following businesses: BoBeads, Bumble Bear Designs, Cedar Lily, Monkey bum […]

Happy fall everyone! Today is a beautiful, sunny day in Guelph. I personally love autumn – the beautiful changing leaves, scarves, pumpkin everything and the cool, crisp air. Here are the top places in or around Guelph to admire autumn leaves: 1. Guelph Lake. Guelph Lake offers some nice hiking trails with gorgeous views of […]

Guelph Kids Guide enjoys buying from and supporting local businesses. This blog features five small, creative businesses owned and operated by local mums. All of these mums offer special, one of a kind items for the little ones in your life. Baubles by ANA offers beautiful, sparkly jewellery; CamBri Collections offers pretty, colourful teething accessories, […]

We have found another bunch of amazing small shop Guelph moms for you! All five of them use their creative talents to make beautiful and unique items. The moms featured today are from Busy Bees Creations, Dunning Essentials, Hofkissed, Little Beady Pretty One, and Lilac Butterfly Boutique. Name: Brianne Collecchio Business name: Busy Bees Creations […]

This month has been a chilly one. I’m dreaming of the days where my toddler and I can spend hours outdoors in our backyard, hiking local trails or playing in park. Until then we’re going to visit some indoor play centres to burn off some energy before nap time. Here is a list of indoor […]

Fairy doors are whimsical, tiny doors usually set in the base of trees. Fairy doors are said to have originated in the United Kingdom. These magical doors are believed to be the homes of fairies. Some fairy doors can even open up to reveal little furniture, trinkets or other treasures. These special doors are appearing […]

Guelph has many FREE splash pads and wading pools. They are excellent places to cool off in the summer. This year city wading pools, splash pads, and the outdoor pool open the last week of June. Here is a list of my toddler’s personal favourite water spots in the city: 1. Hanlon Creek Park splash […]

Easter in Guelph (and Area) – 2017 There are many special Easter events happening before and during the Easter long weekend. On April 8th, through the City of Guelph leisure and recreation classes you can learn how to decorate an Easter egg using the traditional Ukrainian folk designs wax-resist (batik) method. Also on the 8th, […]

Guelph Kids Guide is happy to introduce you to four inspiring, local mums shops: Bertinas Sweet Treats, Cameron Cards, GiGi Creation, and Night Flower – Natural Hair & Beauty Collection. Bertinas Sweet Treats specializes in hand-painted, unique cookies; I ordered some beautiful cookies in the shape of stockings with our family names on the tops […]

Ontario strawberries are one of my favourite foods so I’m happy they are in season. Below are some of the farms local to Guelph that sell fresh Ontario strawberries. Andrews’ Scenic Acres http://www.andrewsscenicacres.com/ Location: 9365 – 10 Side Road, Milton 2017 hours: 8am to 7pm every day. Sells: strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, currants, gooseberries, grapes, blueberries, […]