Review #666 for Devil's Workshop
Yes ... absolutely done purposely. Funny story, I didn't want to originally at all. Not even deviled eggs but my yelp search for Toronto showed up The Devil's Workshop in the search and ... IT'S A JEWELRY STORE!! I love how this turned out.
So out on Queen St West and just beyond Trinity Bellwoods Park is area where you can find really neat fashion boutiques and Devil's Workshop sits among them. With many gleaming metal jewelry pieces in the storefront window, it really beckons you to see all that shines and glitters inside. Inside is a clean white canvas that has a rustic luxe vibe.
Once you step inside, you quickly realize that isn't a normal jewelry store. It also is a place for couples to do workshops to build your own rings, for anyone to rent a spot to practice metalworking, or learn from scratch how to make your own jewelry Christmas presents! It is a really interesting mixture of arts and wares in one spot. I understand they also do repair work.
There are many different artisans in the jewelry cases. You can clearly see the styles vary shelf by shelf and the imprint of the artist is clear. Some are all about smooth surfaces while others are all about angles and geometrics shapes that can dangle from a whisper thin chain. Prices do vary from a very affordable and beautiful open octagon ring made in jeweler's bronze to a pricier rose cut diamond in a bezel setting. It does have many styles so there is something for everyone.
So if you're looking to support the local Toronto artist scene or find an unique piece, I would recommend to stop here. It definitely would a great place to find that gift for someone or yourself!