BeneathTheRowanTree
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Karen on Jan 6, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI do not have adequate words to express how exquisite this Nativity is. It is a true work of art, yet it can withstand little hands and hours of play. This is a true heirloom piece. Thank you, Lori, for your beautiful work.
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anni on May 17, 2019
5 out of 5 starsso lovely. It has a lot of stretch so it actually fits me. I wore it for my birthday a few days ago even though i got it for my child.
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Kathleen on Apr 23, 2019
5 out of 5 starsThis crown makes for a beautiful unique gift. It is colorful, enchanting and will last for many birthdays and special occasions. My granddaughter adores it! I am a returning customer.
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Melissa on Apr 21, 2019
5 out of 5 starsWe love all of Lori's unique gifts. We have many silks, play wands and some of our favorites are the felted Easter eggs. Beautiful!
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Alyssa on Mar 31, 2019
5 out of 5 starsWonderful quality and craftsmanship. I love the richness of the colours. My kids have been playing with playsilks made by this shop for years and they are in the same condition as when we first purchased them. We are always happy with our purchases from Lori :)
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Michele on Mar 28, 2019
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful! Even more stunning in person. Seller was great to work with.
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mildred on Mar 28, 2019
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully detailed crown arrives fast in smooth transaction.
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About BeneathTheRowanTree
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Silk... oh how I ♥ you! Beautiful, durable, gentle, playful, wonder full! A true gift of nature dyed in a myriad of hues
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The steam, clanging pots, the tang of vinegar, the magic & science of dyeing... all in our kitchen, every bit of silk!
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I love to play with textures & colours ~blending techniques and fibers (like wool and silk) together.
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Our handmade wool crowns are each one of a kind and made to order...
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It's ALL about the colour. For play, for wear, for the home...
Beneath the Rowan Tree... For Wonder Full People
BTRT was a surprise.
That is... I never meant to start a business.
As the mother of a 2 year old, I was committed to sharing a wonder full childhood with my daughter~ for our family this meant avoiding commercialism, providing natural toys and nature experiences, and allowing our child to grow up slowly in a small town in Northern Ontario.
I started making clothing and toys for our daughter when I was unable to find these items to fit our family values and lifestyle in our own area. And given my tendency to really commit to the things I love~ I just couldn't stop... we were on to something that is GOOD for children that had been forgotten by so many... open ended, imaginative play, natural and simple childhood.... and I wanted to share it!
(This is where I should share that I am also an ordained minister (20 years), currently taking a break to homeschool and make stuff, and so I *might* have a natural (or professional) inclination to share good news ...ideas and resources that lend themselves to whole and grounded living.)
In the past 9 years I have grown into my own skin as an artist and artisan, even as I have grown into motherhood in all of its fullness. (And I am even starting to feel, at 42, like I might be a teeny tiny bit of a grownup once in a while).
What an amazing journey... to find within one's self, deep wells of possibility awaiting creative expression! I highly recommend it!
So it is that BTRT is the means for our family to share our commitment to the value of children and childhood. More than any product, our purpose is what drives the business... and more than ever, I am a believer in the power of play to open up worlds of wonder for our children~ much needed in an age where imagination, art and the questing soul are given so little regard.
Our toys are made with wool, silk and wood. Natural, renewable resources that will last for generations, and if not... they easily return to the earth. ♥
They are made by my hands .
Always.
And they are always COLOURFUL (spelled the Canadian way!).
Everything is made in our home, amidst the general chaos of daily life which includes homeschooling, dogs, the arrivals and departures of my truck driver husband, my ministry and lots and lots of craft supplies, music, colour and joy.
{{And I am so grateful to my husband for his support, and to our delightful and amazing daughter, Rowan, who started it all}}
Shop members
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Lori Campbell
Owner, Maker, Designer
Shop policies
We are a family based, Canadian shop.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Digital downloads
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
New items must be shipped back to us within five days (in the mail in that time) of receiving the item.
Refunds will be made once the item arrives back to us in the same condition it went out.
Down the road, if you have issue with an item, contact us to discuss your concerns.
We do our best to describe items thoroughly, including the size, colour and measurements. We do not refund for size or colour issues. In some cases exchanges can be made.
Ask about sizing, colour and for more pictures if you are uncertain about an item before purchase.
Payment
Shipping
A note about HOLIDAY DELIVERY:
We commit to shipping by our stated deadlines, which are within the dates from Canada Post for holiday delivery~ however, without tracking, we cannot guarantee specific delivery dates. In 10 years we have been very pleased with the postal services' commitment to making holidays happy with timely deliveries! Thank you for choosing BTRT!
:: HOLIDAY ORDERS & SHIPPING DATES 2017 ::
Please observe dates for order placement, in order to ensure Christmas delivery.
USA: Order by December 10
CANADA: Order by December 10
OVERSEAS: Order by November 28
{holiday deadlines apply to all silk and ready to ship items, it does not include custom crowns or other custom orders unless agreed to in advance by buyer & shop, thank you!}
In a RUSH?
Need TRACKING?
Please contact us right away to upgrade.
FLAT RATE shipping includes standard air service without tracking.
All silk items are dyed to order, please allow 4-5 business days for completion.
Once completed, your order will ship via Canada Post as small or light packet (no tracking, unless you have upgraded). Once completed and shipped out your package should take an *average* number of business days as follows:
Canada: 3-7
USA: 7-10
International: 10-18
Wishing you many hours of happy play!
If you are concerned about the arrival of your item, please let us know.
*Business days = Monday - Friday, excluding holidays.
We do answer some correspondence on the weekends, but as a rule we try to take the weekends for home and family time.
Additional policies and FAQs
More information
Frequently asked questions
Sizing details
Sizes are described for each item. If you are purchasing for a specific use or space, please be sure to measure before ordering. As each silk piece is dyed custom for you, returns and exchanges are not generally made for pieces that are their described dimensions.
Care instructions
Every silk item will arrive with a postcard bearing detailed information about the item and its care. Generally, treat silk like your own hair (a protein fiber)~ wash gently in warm to cool water with a gentle shampoo or dish soap and hang to dry. Avoid laundry detergent. Direct sunlight (ie on a clothesline) can quickly damage silk. Tumble dry low for a brief time, best of all~ press with a warm iron while damp.