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December 2023 by Mark Siladi
One of the first places I wandered into when I moved to Portland earlier in the year and thought it had a special selection of home goods then. I recently had to amass several serving pieces quickly for a cocktail gig at home with short notice. I went in and got superb help from the staff who were helping with sizes and shapes and textures as i described what I was serviing and how I wanted to serve it - it was a genuine collaboration and when I walked out, I had every piece I needed for cheese, bread, Thai meatballs, charcuterie, etc etc. The team obviously has tremendous style and knowledge and presents a perfectly curated (i rarely use this word btw) collection of homewares to choose from. Great for yourself and for gifts, i highly recommend this place. Im just going to have to control myself and not go back every week! Ha. Many thanks Folly, keep up the good work keeping Portland stylish!
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November 2023 by Louise J.
Went into this cute little store. Was immediately profiled as a shoplifter. "Hey watch them" "I know" I didn't hear the exchange. I would have left immediately and WOULD NOT have spent over $100. I've been in retail all my life. I was very upset.
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November 2022 by Erik Johnson
Long running, lovely home goods store specializing in modern linens, tabletop, paper goods, bath, and Christmas
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November 2022 by Abby Humphrey
My daughter and I love this store! Everything is so cute and beautiful and the people working there are always helpful with gift ideas. They wrap too!
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October 2022 by Vince Coronado
Stumbled upon this Old Port gem while visiting from SF and so glad I did. The ladies running the shop were so warm and we struck up the most genuine conversation. Of course I also left with a few well-priced collectible items for the home!
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August 2022 by Sean W.
Very nice home store downtown area, arranged in color. Rugs, dishes, and an array of mustards and sauces. The owner was very sweet and helpful.
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May 2022 by Courtney K.
Bottom Line: Beautiful store featuring house wares, linens and such. The displays at Folly 101 including the windows are beautiful so I had to go in to take a closer look. I enjoyed looking at Dash & Albert rugs, throw blankets, throw pillows, scented soaps, pretty glassware, little dishes, Ina Garten cookbooks and sweet baby gifts. Everything was beautifully displayed and all of the fabrics I touched, whether it be dish towels or pillows, felt quality. The store is requiring customers to wear mask and I'm out of the habit of carrying one but fortunately I had an "emergency mask" tucked away in my bag.
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October 2021 by Jason W.
Should be called the house of rules. Wear your mask Don't use your cell phone No dogs I was told I could not carry my water bottle in the store, really?!?! Oh and def don't come in without a mask I guess they didn't want us to spend much money
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August 2021 by Mina M.
If I could give this store & owners no stars I would. I have shopped at this store often in the past, cute things that are not terribly expensive for home decor (that you can also find elsewhere). However, the women behind the counter have always been snooty. And today they were outrageous. We barely had a minute to walk in to their store when one older woman practically ran us down to tell us to leave a drink at their counter AND to mask up. It was obnoxious to insinuate that we should know, when a couple of weeks ago I was in their store with NO mask required. I don't need to patronize businesses that want to flip flop their policies every other day with each news cycle. And when we said nothing, turned around to walk out we heard them snicker & rudely chuckle and say under their breath 'or you can leave'. Done with condescending & arrogant owners. I will spend my money at other charming stores who appreciate my business. These women are OBNOXIOUS. Snooty. And they always have been. I will NOT recommend this store to any of our friends who visit.
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May 2021 by Madeline C.
Obsessed with this store - I come from Boston to shop here! The ladies behind the counter are so so nice, they always chat and help me find anything I'm looking for!
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May 2021 by Trish P
The cutest store with really reasonable prices!! So many tiny spoons made me so happy. I want to come back when I have my own apartment!
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March 2021 by Ashley H.
I checked out this shop with my boyfriend on a recent trip to Portland. The shop itself is adorable and is filled with lots of nice things. Unfortunately, as others have said in the reviews, the ladies that work here give off a really uncomfortable vibe. I felt like I was being watched and judged the entire time. We saw an obvious sign on the storefront asking customers to leave their drinks at the counter but the second we walked in the door before we had the chance to put on hand sanitizer (also as instructed by a sign) we were advised to come to the counter to put our drinks down - it didn't make us feel very welcome at all and seemed passive aggressive. My brief interaction with the sales ladies seemed inauthentic and I didn't feel like they wanted us there. From reading some of these reviews and based on my own experience, if you don't fit the look of their ideal customer you might not be treated as warmly... I decided to pick out a few things to decorate my new coffee table but I can't say I have a good feeling about shopping at this store. Just very strange and disappointing.
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March 2021 by Anne S.
The loveliest shop, ever. Since its beginning. And peaceful, the vibe is peaceful. It's like getting a massage for the soul.
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March 2021 by Kristin H.
As a long-time Portland resident, I have been patroning Folly 101 for many years, given the lovely owner's warmth, incredible penchant for detail, and the affordability & quality of all merchandise. I appreciate how staff create a calming and enjoyable shopping experience, which comes from their simple requests to leave phone calls outside, and to be mindful of other shoppers. Displays are delectable to the eye, merchandise is always high quality, and Folly is my go-to for hostess gifts, holiday ornaments, sweet accessories for the home, and even unique jewelry. Brava, Folly: you are one of the Old Port's best shops!!
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November 2020 by Robert P
Shop. I Repeat. Shop.
