atHOME Victoria Issue 1 Feb. 2015 | Page 16

editor’s PICKS CREATURE COMFORTS VICTORIA CREAMS Special edition 4-piece Victoria Cream window tin— chocolate, vanilla, raspberry and maple. 180 grams. Rogers Chocolates, $13.99 BIKE TUMBLER Charming handmade pottery drinking cup by Faro Sullivan of Dirty Girl Clayworks in Victoria. 4.5” tall. Oven, microwave and dishwasher proof. Side Street Studio, $25 GOVERNMENT STREET BLEND TEA A delicious medium strength green-black blended tea that contains Ceylon, Darjeeling, Keemun, Jasmine, and a delightful Bergamot finish. One of Murchie’s specialty blends for more than 100 years. 25 tea bag box. Murchie’s, $8.95 EMINENCE ORGANIC SUN DEFENSE CHAS TAPESTRY ARMCHAIR Ultra comfy overstuffed armchair looks like it belongs in an Oak Bay manor house. Tufted upholstery, carved legs and nailhead trim detail. Pier 1 Imports, $499.95 Hypoallergenic, organic natural coverage provides water resistant SPF 30 sun protection. Perfect to take on your tropical getaway. Shown in #1 Honey Apple. The Spa at Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort, $65 MOHAIR THROW BLANKET Hand woven for the ultimate in softness, luxury and quality, in the west of Ireland. 54”x 72” in a vibrant turquoise plaid. Out of Ireland, $169 AH THIS IS THE SEASON for staying close to home; the perfect time for brisk walks, hot drinks and cozy afternoons curled up in front of the fire. 14