Great Toronto-made Valentines on BlogTO

Lovely, funny and yummy food puns by Gotamago

BlogTO did a round-up of fun Valentines by local artists to let you "bypass Hallmark cheese [...] by making dorky puns, poking fun at the awkward side of relationships, or making artwork so beautiful and intricate it'll melt even the coldest, Grinchiest heart." Amongst the selection of course is some TESTy talent.

minouette's thermochromic Valentine for the nerd in your heart

simple and sweet I Heart You by HeyRube

Gorgeous, customizable, hand-cut Valentines by Light&Paper

For true love, even first thing from Sea&Lake

Hilarious puns like "I love you a waffle lot" from new TEST member Queeniescards

Craft events: Valentine's Shopping Spree

Date: February 2, 2013

Event Time(s): 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Costs: Free

Skip the heart shaped chocolates this year and find that one of a kind item that your Valentine will love. L & L Personal Shoppers will be hosting over 25 Vendors including TEST's own bijouxbead, Designs by Nature Gems and Eden Bachleder who are ready, willing and waiting to help you choose the perfect gift for that someone special.

Come for a coffee and stay for the shopping.

All coffee proceeds will be donated to Heart & Stroke Foundation.


Location:
Leaside Presbertyrian Church
670 Eglinton Avenue East
Bayview and Eglinton
Map to this event


Public Transit:
Take the subway to Eglington Station. Get off the Northside exit & take the 100 Bus South towards Broadside Station. Get off at the Hanna Rd East (11th stop on the bus). The church will be on the east side.

Get Ready for Valentine's Day!

TEST has some great gift ideas for Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Market

Come join TEST team members Coy Clothes and dervish who are hosting a Valentine's Market Saturday, February 12, 2 pm to 7 pm, at 1390 Danforth Avennue.

Valentine's Day in the City

Less than a month away till Valentine's Day. Show your love with great handmade items from T.E.S.T., like new member HeyRube's I Heart You Card.






Just in time for Valentine's, get the Love Spells - Love Spell type Roll on Perfume by bubbletub







Give a one of a kind heart with THE Heart of Glass by nanopod








Give a tiny piece of art like the Bunny Love ACEO by ivaart








Encourage her dreams with Sterling Silver Pink Pearl Charm Bracelet by josoriginals







Keep your loved one warm with a Crocheted Flower Hat by slcaldwell225







For the reader: Stitched Cotton Heart on Natural Oatmeal Linen Bookmark by eyespotdesigns







Give kisses to your love with the Smooches Handkerchief by avrilloretti








For the fashionista: give the romantic pink silk hair band by tweek by ilovetweek






Earrings - Pink Heart Valentine by alisonsyer would make a great gift.








Show your love with the The Elizabeth Barrett Browning Collar - Red and Cream - Reversible by wintergarden







For the zombie fan or anatomist, get the Thinking of You Valentine IV - Multimedia Linocut Car by minouette








Show you're linked with the Black and red chainmaille ring by IvoryMorgan






Give the Fabienne Love Extra Long Necklace by 72studios









Beautiful housewares work for all occasions. Surprise her with the Kimono Pillow by gracedesign







For the music lover: Feel the Music by kellykrushel







Keep your lover warm through the cold winter with gauntlets by Dylaniumknits







Give the Golden Heart Handmade Card by SepiCards








Jewelry is always a good choose. Give the romantic fire red fan necklace by amandadelacruz








Does your friend have a great sense of humour and want a new boyfriend? Give the hilarious Larry David Sham Boyfriend Material Series by wolfieclothing