Carlaw Avenue Neighbourhood Shopping

Carlaw Avenue was once home to factories. Back when Leslieville was the industrial hub of Toronto.

Now Leslieville is up and coming (read: trendy) and the factories, everything from an old Wrigly Gum factory to a printing factory,  are converted to lofts.

These lofts either have ground floor retail space housing one of Toronto's hot bridal boutiques or live work space for artists and designers.

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1. Hello Velo – bicycles, bicycle accessories & clothing
2. Weld Done Designs – custom metal work & functional art
3. Deity Metallurgy
4. House of Moments - art gallery
5. Indie Art
6. Green Tea Designs
7. Flying Squirrel Motorcycle
8. Studio Eye Spy
9. Snob – furnishings & interiors
10. Sash & Bustle – wedding & bridesmaid dresses

While I am constantly surprised at how much shopping is found along Carlaw Ave don't get the wrong idea.

This area still has a very industrial feel. Its very gritty, both literally with the most recent condo development stirring up dust and figuratively.

Its also impossible to window shop so make an effort to go into the loft spaces and take a look around otherwise you will feel like you wasted your time.

If you want a true boutique experience head further south and start walking Queen Street East.

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