Why we love it: The Papery (Glebe)

The Papery? The Paper! I cannot even begin to count the dreary mornings I spent waiting for the stupid 7 bus (which, as I'm sure a lot of you know, is nearly always late) staring longingly into this adorable paper shop on the corner of Bank and Fifth. And finally, on this particularly dreariest of dreary days, I decided to finally venture out and give it a post. The Papery is so much more than a paper store. They've got gifts, cards, books, craft supplies and lovely staff as well. The decor and window displays are reason enough to visit. Right now the window display is St.Patrick's Day-themed and although I personally find the holiday a disgusting excuse to get drunk and sell stuff (I'm bitter, it's raining!), the display is quite nice. Go to the Papery, it will not disappoint! -S


The Papery

850 Bank St
Ottawa, ON K1S 3W1

(613) 230-1313

www.papery.ca

MAGS & FAGS

Why We Love It:

I love a good glossy--who doesn't? And Mags and Fags on Elgin Street is an essential stop on my downtown excursions. They have everything from Interview to Modern Dog (my two personal favourites) and a fun, fantastic selection of gifts as well. Also, the staff are quite charming, according to Capital Oh's J--she works there part-time. -S

So, As S said, I do work here, which might make me a tad bit biased, but in all honesty I love this store. If there's one thing everyone knows or should know about me, it's that I am a HUGE magazine junkie - my collection grows everyday, so essentially, walking in is often like my dream world. They always have what I'm looking for (V, 10, i-D - the best!) and then-some (Dairy Goat Farmer's Journal anyone?). Aside from Mags, they (or should I say we) have the best and funniest selection of greeting cards around. Come visit me sometime...and if you were wondering what that handsome guy up there is spelling, it is most definitely the word "blog". Eric's got skillz. :) -J


Mags & Fags
254 Elgin Street
Ottawa, ON K2P 0G1(
613) 233-9651