Sweet William

06/01/2026

We have a few new beds on the floor, and this one is inspiring my European roots! :)

The collection is called Winston, and if Winston could talk, we're fairly certain he'd have a charming English accent.

Timeless rather than trendy, this bed has all the character of English cottage style. We can picture it paired with an antique dresser, a vintage washstand, or just about any quilt in the store.

Winston, along with the bedding shown, is on display in the store and available to order in most sizes.

05/27/2026

Decisions… decisions.

Some colour choices come easily, and others take a little more time. I’ve flip-flopped between these two colours for the past week, and my time is running out 😬

Saddle Cognac (1) or Saddle Brown (2)?

We love the warmth and richness of the cognac, but let’s take a moment to appreciate that earthy brown. Either one would look beautiful on this frame.

Maybe you can help… which would you choose? Feel free to chime in below 🙂

Both leathers are currently featured as part of a special supplier promotion, making this a pretty great time to customize a leather piece.

05/13/2026

I recently had the pleasure of working with a dear client of ours to have her well-loved family chair reupholstered after she was inspired by Shelly’s mom’s antique rocker featured in our previous post.

Some structural repairs were required for her piece. She wanted to choose a fabric that would complement the era of the chair (which we believe dates to the early 1900s) as well as the style of her home. Ultimately, she fell in love with an iLiv woven jacquard fabric from the UK.

This chair turned out so beautiful, it needed its own photo shoot! The fabric choice is absolutely perfect; it really elevates the chair’s character and history, and as Shelly says, the “sexy arms!”

Thank you so much to our client for trusting us with such a sentimental piece.

We have a few other ongoing projects that we’ll share with you soon! The 20% off reupholstery sale will continue until the end of June.

- Jazz

05/12/2026

This rocking chair has been part of our family since I was in grade 6.

My mom fell in love with it at an auction in Kingston nearly 40 years ago, and because it rained that day, she ended up being the only one bidding. I remember her being over the moon about her big score, this Mission-style rocker, an antique dresser & mirror (that we still have) for just $100.

Fast forward four decades, and we’re still just as excited about this piece. Likely early 1900s, built from solid oak in the Arts & Crafts era. The original floral had its charm, but it was starting to show wear, and the chair needed some proper rebuilding beneath the surface. Leslie at Grandmother’s Couch brought it back to life from the inside out, rebuilding the seat and restoring the structure so it feels as good as it looks.

Choosing the fabric is always the fun part, and maybe the hardest when there are so many good options. We wanted something that respected the chair’s age and style, with a bit of a lighter, more playful feel. This vintage-inspired dog print from Clarke & Clarke felt like the right balance.

We’re thrilled to introduce upholstery services in partnership with Grandmother’s Couch. To celebrate, we’re offering 20% off upholstery services until June 30th.

If you have a well-loved piece at home, this is a beautiful way to give it a second life. Come in and explore thousands of fabrics and find something that feels just right for your space. 💛

05/09/2026

My mom has spent her whole life putting other people first. Whether it was through her flower shops for 20 years, raising our family, or now creating Sweet William into something so much more than just a store. Every piece, every conversation, every little detail reflects who she is: warm, thoughtful, energetic, entertaining, and always making people feel welcome.

One of the biggest things she’s taught me is that “you can have it all.” Watching her build businesses from scratch while still showing up for everyone around her has been one of the greatest examples of love, strength, and resilience I could ask for.

People see the beautiful store, but I see the heart behind it. And that heart is my mom, Shelly.

Love you always ❤️
— Kyle

05/05/2026

It’s hard not to celebrate Cinco de Mayo when it falls on a Taco Tuesday 🌮🍹

And what a perfect excuse to try our new summer dinnerware and frozen cocktail mix (margaritas… um.. yes, please!). Tacos from BarBurrito Canada, and little something chilling in the freezer for after work.
We’d say the margs should be just about ready!

Crafted from recycled bottles and microwave and dishwasher safe, these pieces have a ceramic-like look. You’d never guess they’re plastic, until you pick them up… or attempt a little indoor frisbee.
Lightweight, durable, and made for effortless indoor or outdoor entertaining.

Cheers to Cinco de Mayo 🍹

04/28/2026

Big week over here 🤍

Both Kyle and Jazz have officially graduated from university! These two have worked incredibly hard to get here, and we are all so proud. This feels like a bit of a win/win for me too, as they’ll both be working at the store full-time.

Jazz has been balancing school and the store part-time all along and will be heading off to teachers’ college next, and Kyle is diving into digital and marketing projects, putting his Communications degree to good use.

For those of you who know, I’ve been holding down the fort solo for a while, knowing this day was coming.
The timing couldn’t have been any better. Their first days back full-time lined up with me being away for the week at a furniture and decor trade show (more on that later 🙂).

Thank you to Kyle and Jazz for holding down the fort. You’re doing great!

So happy to have a full-time team again, and even more proud of Kyle and Jazz and everything they’ve accomplished 🤍
Cheers to Kyle and Jazz for their accomplishments… and maybe a few extra days off for me this summer 😉🤍

04/18/2026

Oh la la, now that's pretty! As many of you know, we love our greens, and how beautifully they work in a bedroom. Calm, layered, and effortlessly peaceful.

04/07/2026

04/02/2026

Easter Weekend Hours 🐣🐰
Good Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Closed
Easter Monday: 10 am - 5 pm