We were browsing 17th and came across this store. What a great place to find a unique house-warming gift!
They have a large variety of knick-knacks, welcome mats, coat hook hardware, bar ware, aprons and BBQ items, Blue Q, etc etc. The store is packed full of all kinds of things.
The most unique thing I saw was the "Ecosystem in a glass". They are tiny shrimp with some algae, water and decorations that is self-sustaining for a number of years.
We will most likely be going back next time we are visiting Calgary to pick up some of the coat-hooks and hardware. I have never seen anything like it.