We spent two days in Vancouver and it was rather nice. The weather co-operated and we got out to see a few things. We decided to bring the dog, as our hotel is pet friendly. During one of the days she went off to doggy daycare so we could leave the hotel (can't leave a dog alone in a hotel you know!). In the morning we headed to Dressew ..... possibly the most fantastic place EVER! They are primarily a fabric and notions store, but have a massive selection of costume and halloween decor. The boys love it for adding hats and masks to their dressup collection. It's kind of a hodge podge in there, but it's a fun place to just wander around.
there are THREE aisles like this, dress up madness!
the boys running amock with giant clown scissors .... yes we took them home.
some of our loot, fabric for dress up, some skulls and skeletons for my upcoming day of the dead swap, knitting books (99 cents!) and some purse handles!
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In the basement of the shop they have isles and isles of buttons (some vintage), sequinned appliques, ribbon and all things stretchy and glittery! There are also racks and racks of discounted fabrics! Also purse frames, handles, zippers, quilting rulers etc etc. I wish I got more photos, but I had my hands full with the kiddies! I am just glad they enjoy going there, so i can browse!
Later on the boys and I found a great little French diner for lunch. Poutine love!!
We also had a visit to the aquarium via the bus, always an adventure. Poor Dylan was a bit scared of some of the exhibits this time around, so we really couldn't spend as much time as I'd hoped, there. We did get to go for a dip in the pool before dinner and then had a relaxing evening.
i couldn't get a good photo ... I didn't even try.
There were, of course, places that I wish we'd had time for: Sephora, H&M, Main Street Shopping etc. But all in all it was a good trip. No drama, easy days, and all the travel went well!
Part Two: The Country .... tomorrow!
