“The Paper Mouse is a fun little stationery store. It’s fun to stop by occasionally to pick up something I haven’t seen before. They have all sorts of cards, stamps, drawing supplies, and general stationery-related gifts.
Parking is ok — just typical street parking. But once you get inside the shop, you get a good idea of what a whimsical place it is.
I went once, when they had a stamp demo event, and they let me keep the little page with the stamps. Events can get pretty crowded, so if you’re going just to shop, try to stop by on a non-event day.”
“I love this floor cloth. And the owner, Daren was so nice to work with. Even though it was custom made to fit my space, it arrived more quickly than I expected and Daren was very communicative and helpful!!”
“The Dedham Exchange is simply the BEST! Literally something for everyone here….from Simon Pearce to the cutest baby gifts around. My one stop shop! And the volunteers are so helpful and friendly. Definitely worth a visit.”
“What a find! The Crafty Yankee is one of those great little shops where you want to take everything home. It's just full of perfectly picked items that make you think, 'Yep, that would look great in my house.' It's officially my new go-to for gifts, and the fact that they'll gift wrap for you is a huge plus. You’ll find a great mix of things—cool jewelry, amazing-smelling candles, stylish glassware, and cozy sweatshirts, just to name a few. They also have the best selection of Lexington 250th anniversary stuff I've seen around. I honestly can't believe it took me this long to discover this place!”
“I've been coming here for Adult Pottery Classes for 5 semesters now. Bel is a fantastic teacher, and I really gravitate to her education style. There is such a spectrum of experience/skill amongst my classmates, but the positive and collaborative environment enables us all to create alongside each other without any imposter syndrome.
I totally recommend this studio for anyone who wants to try pottery on the wheel.”
11AM - 5PM
392 Main St, Medford
Gift Shops
“Literally my favorite place to shop for both myself and others! They have so many handmade items that are perfect gifts for any occasion! They also have the cutest selection of clothing. Something for everyone here! Will be back many times”
“Paper and Clay is a fantastic place to find pieces by local artists or to take a pottery class and create your own unique piece of art! The pottery wheel session was fun and relaxing. The owner, Leslie, is very knowledgeable and the class was the perfect way to introduce pottery to a beginner. .”
“If there is one place I could visit in all of Boston before I left Boston, it would be this store! It has the most hidden gems - ranging from transit merch to vintage maps about almost every place you can think of! It also doubles up as a great used books store! This place feels more like a museum than a store, and truly is the collection of a lifetime!”
“I hosted a private workshop for a friend's birthday at Albertine Press and was absolutely blown away.
The instructor was phenomenal. Not only did she expertly walk us through the printing process to create our own custom stationary, but she created a sense of welcome and fun that disarmed even the most craft-averse of our group.
It was clear to me from the moment I started working with Albertine that they cared deeply about making our experience special. They put a huge amount of effort into making our party look and feel effortless. They exceeded every expectation. I cannot recommend them highly enough!”
“Kolbo is the most beautifully curated Judaica shop I have visited in the U.S. the team has great taste and a keen eye. This is not your bubbie’s Judaica shop. The stores is full of light and offers a combination of modern and traditions items, from kiddish cups to katubahs. Also a great collection of Jewish art and jewelry. Great vibe. Highly recommend.”
11AM - 8PM
349 Newbury St, Boston
Gift Shops
“Such a fun experience! The employees were super nice and went out of their way to show me products that weren't even on display. I left with things that I loved (all Pokemon products).There are a ton of Studio Ghibli things, so definitely stop by if you like that. I was surprised to see that they had Ponyo merch. Haven't seen that anywhere!”
“Stopped inn just to see what was new and Elizabeth never disappoints. So many great options for gifts so I. Need to get back and make a purchase soon. Thinking I may find the perfect baby shower gift.”
11AM - 6PM
120 Salem St, Boston
Gift Shops
“I ordered several ornaments from Loft & Vine and I love them! They are adorable and such good quality. And the prices were so reasonable compared to other places I've shopped for ornaments. They shipped quickly and came securely packaged with pretty printed tissue paper. The owner included her business card as well. Loft & Vine is my new go-to place for gifts and seasonal items! They also have a great selection of Boston themed items that I have my eye on.”
“I can honestly and proudly say I have been going to Proud Mary since I could count! ☺️ Everyone who works there is very special and warming. As soon as you enter the store you’re greeted by a warm smile and a very nice attitude!?Eileen, and everyone there will leave a lasting impression on you.
They are family to me. You will not make a mistake going to them and spending your hard earned money there, versus a big chain. Eileen and everyone there, works very hard to build friendships and lasting impressions on customers and friends!
As someone who has gone in there before, purely to just speak to them, I can Proudly say I will be a permanent customer and friend to them all!!!!
5/5 stars for this amazing business !! ?”
11AM - 7PM
676 Centre St, Jamaica Plain
Gift Shops
“On Centre always has the cutest trinkets, gifts, and clothes!! I especially love coming in and looking at their Jellycat collection, just for a pick-me-up (but I find it really hard to walk away without buying anything). Also, the staff are always super friendly!”
11AM - 7PM
67 Salem St, Boston
Gift Shops
“Favorite place for special, creative gifts and excellent perfume you can't find at Sephora! I love that the fragrance brands at shake the tree change at least annually so I always find new ones that I hadn't seen before. The store buyer has excellent taste. Join their mailing list for events and special shopping occasions.”
11AM - 5PM
139 Huron Ave, Cambridge
Gift Shops
“Such a beautiful store! Spent a long time there yesterday choosing gifts and looking at the beautiful prints, fabrics, wallpaper, and shades. I know they're going to inspire some very cool future projects! A treasure in the neighborhood.”
“Bodhi Leaf ... Wow! An amazing Tibetan gift shop full of wonderful clothes, fabric wall hangings, inscence, jewlery, Buddhist items and more. The owner was wonderful to speak with and we made several purchases. We will be back to buy more when we visit Boston next time.”
“I attended the fabric ornament-making workshop at Maxima Gift Center and absolutely loved it! We created beautiful handmade ornaments by pinning fabric onto foam balls, such a fun and relaxing process. Our instructor, Candace, was wonderful. She explained each step clearly and was right there to help whenever we got stuck.
I left with one finished ornament and a full kit to make another at home. Highly recommended!”
11AM - 5PM
392 Main St, Medford
Gift Shops
“Adorable gift shop full of lots of fun things anyone in your life would like! I love supporting this local business and local artists. I especially love the kids book selection”
“I’ve shopped here for years and my most treasured clothing comes from here! The women who work in the store are so sweet, friendly, and helpful. They always remember me when I come in. I miss the old days when they sold furniture, but I love the children’s section and have found some great home decorations in the current setup.”
“Love this place!! They have every book you’d ever seek on all ritual art subjects and great insight if you don’t know which to get. Their jewelry is gorgeous and handmade. I love every piece I’ve ever bought, even found matching crystal studs of the same crystal”
“The Journey Within product line has to be one of the best skincare and self-exploration collections I’ve tried in a long time. The scent collection is incredibly calming and instantly puts your mood at ease. The lotion lasts for hours, and the consistency is rich, creamy, and not watered down at all. It leaves your skin feeling soft, hydrated, and glowing. Definitely a 10/10 experience. Highly recommend! ?✨”
10AM - 4PM
85 Chapel St, Needham
Gift Shops
“One of my favorite stores to buy gifts (for others and for myself)! Unique, beautiful, fun, gifts at a reasonable price ranging from houseware to bags and jewelry; good for Father's Days, Mother's Day, housewarming, birthday, baby showers and any other gift-giving occasion!I also did the decoupage shell making class (as a birthday gift for my sister). It was a fun and unique way to spend a Sunday. And if you haven't seen the decoupage shells that Hilary makes, they are beautiful! I loved getting to make them ourselves.Hilary -- the store owner -- is fantastic! She is creative and friendly and makes a lot of the items herself.”
11AM - 5:30PM
23 Thompson St, Winchester
Gift Shops
“What a delight to come back to my home town and visit Sweet SurpriZe. Heidi’s store has something for everyone from clothing with the old Sachem logo and new logo to water bottles, draw string bags, candy and more. I highly recommend this store. Mim Quine, class of 76’.”
11AM - 5PM
60 Charles St, Boston
Gift Shops
“Katherine and Mary are my GOATS (Greatest of all time) please give them a raise they are the nicest people I’ve met, I got a jellycat guys and I was lowkey annoying but they still laughed and smiled with me!! #baddies, wait I just found out Katherine is the owner, so I say Google give them more 5 stars”
10AM - 5PM
695 High St, Westwood
Gift Shops
“My recent shopping experience at Decor & More was impeccable. The staff was super friendly and made it easy to shop. The gifts were unique, with something there for everyone. I highly recommend and will be coming back!”
“I visited looking for greeting cards, and was pleased to find an excellent selection. The store is the largest Paper Store I've ever seen, and I'll return whenever I need the types of products they offer.”
“Avery is my go to gift store all year round. The selection of gifts is thoughtful and well curated. It puts me in a great frame of mind just walking into the store. Chris and Ellie are friendly and helpful and never overbearing. Selection of cards is excellent for any occasion. It is a pleasure to shop there and I highly recommend!! There is something for everyone on your list here.”