Although we often carry Wind Chimes, customers sometimes comment on them being to "tinkle-y"; so when we came across these Wind Bells we knew we had a winner! Made to replicate the the sounds of the nautical bells on ocean buoys; Wind Bells have a deep, haunting tone that is both clear and pure. Wind Bells and Chimes are similar in the sense that when the wind moves the pieces the contact creates a resonating sound. The larger the Bell/Chime, the deeper the tone. Also, Wind Bells are pyramidal in shape so they have a very simple and clean design that appeals to many different tastes and design - perfect for the front porch, the garden, or out at the cottage....
I often get asked why I focus on carrying so many products in the shop that are made from recycled, reclaimed, sustainable or Fair Trade materials. The answer is both simple and complex at the same time (of course, Lol). The first, and most obvious reason, is that it makes good environmental sense. Why not make something new from something that has already served another purpose and thereby keeping it out of the landfill? A perfect example of a newly manufactured item made from recycled materials is the Outdoor furniture line we carry; this high quality, durable (and gorgeous) line is made from recycled plastic milk jugs - performance and style all wrapped up into one! The photo I attached...
Every year starting in November, and continuing into February, we carry glass Forcing Vases that we plant up with an assortment of bulbs; Hyacinths, Paperwhites, and Amaryllis, these are perfect for winter and Holiday decorating as well as making exceptional gifts for gardeners and non-gardeners alike. If you are not familiar with this technique you are missing out! Below are the care instructions we include on all our forcing vases (and a separate version on our baskets as well) Care: Your bulb(s) have already been chilled and are ready to go! Maintain water level to approximately ¼” below the bulb(s); this provides humidity for the roots to grow while ensuring the bulb does not rot To speed up the growing...
http://globalnews.ca/video/3109508/uniquely-manitoba-portico-on-global-news-morning
Tracy talks to Shannon Cuciz of Global Morning News Winnipeg about some the amazing gift ideas Portico Indoor & Outdoor Living has for Holiday 2016 (and everyday). Originally aired December 6, 2016
Watch the interview and tour of Portico with Gabby Marchand of CTV "Morning Live" as Tracy talks about some unique and special items in the shop for Holiday 2016.
Tree ornaments made from hand embroidered felt, hand carved wood, zinc, and blown glass are featured along with Holiday Decor pieces from a collection Tracy carries that are Fair Trade items made from reclaimed steel drums.
No matter what the Season, Portico is always "bringing the indoors out, and the outdoors in" with a strong focus of products made from recycled, reclaimed, sustainable, and Fair Trade materials.
http://ctv.news/mRHY4HK
