I've always gone here to pick up party supplies because every time I walk in here, they seems to…read morealways have new items. It's such a cute store with so many items that you just wanna buy. I've gotten candles from here as gifts or for myself. But one of these years, I'm gonna to get their popular Christmas cute mug that they've been selling every year during Christmas time. They go out of stock fast in those mugs for good reason. They have seasonal decorations too which are super cute and the look I like for simple but modern and are excellent quality. When I use up all my candles, it will be time for my next visit to this charming place! If you're at Park Place, I suggest stopping by here and taking a look inside!

I absolutely love this store! This is a women-owned business and they are such wonderful people…read more They get the cutest things year-round and a lot of their items sell out. I have gone in for birthday cards, agendas, Halloween decor, you name it. They are actually expanding and going into a larger storefront very soon. This is a great business to support local. I also love looking at their website and Instagram to see what they have in stock. I wish they got a bit more decorations for Hanukkah more than a menorah but I have a hard time finding Hanukkah decorations in general. I love this place and will definitely continue to support it.

Super cute little gift and stationery shop. I stopped in while I was visiting family over the…read moresummer and was happy to see they have an online store now too. I tried to 'shop small' as much as possible this year and I found some really classy Christmas ornaments and other little gifts from their online shop.

From the owner: Discover beautiful things that make every day special. Enjoy…read morebrowsing our carefully selected gifts, decor, baby, and fine stationery items. Everything we offer we would love to give, receive or use in our home. Additionally, all our pantry items are sampled to ensure high quality and great taste!

In honor of #ThankYouThursday where we pen a review for a local fav, The General Store in downtown…read moreOP was the first place my mind headed. This gem of a store has been so clutch over the years for picking up gifts. Some of the people in my life are, um, a little hard to shop for, but when I come in here, I always come away with something great. It's all so well-curated; some gifts are classy, some funny, and many are versatile. It beats the socks off of going into a big box store in a million ways. Being in a charming stretch of a walkable area adds to its appeal, and the staff is always friendly. They also have Pickwick candles which are some of the best in town. These soy candles will last multiple seasons and almost all of them smell amazing. Cheers to this shop, they're doing it right and have saved my bacon every December since they've opened.

This is SUCH a fun store!!! We were shopping along downtown Overland Park and stumbled into this…read morelocal gem. They have a gift for literally anyone that you can think of! I bought a hilarious (and slightly inappropriate) oven mit and cocktail napkins for my aunt as a hostess gift. They have loads of candles, home decor, games, toys, jewelry, men's stuff, bath and body products, etc. If you're looking to check some folks off of your holiday list, stop in to The General Store, you're sure to find what you need! something for everyone! And support local, am I right?

Important: this is where you can purchase KC gear in team colors, with the letters KC inside a - a…read moreuniversal and not offensive way to show support for both the city (both sides of the state line) and its teams. Also available: stickers, socks, pins, pennants, notecards and other goodies

Really slick layout! The store is impeccable. I love the concept of unifying KC with local goods…read more Perfect store to buy something as a gift. Items range from clothing to books and chocolate. You can't go wrong! Some of the items are higher price but that's to be expected when supporting local makers. I did find some reasonable items such as a brush for mixing shaving cream which is an essential for me. I also want to purchase some of the KC canning goods. I'll definitely drop in here to do some window shopping or gifting giving.

Missy created a truly beautiful flower arrangement with incredible attention to detail. She…read morepersonally delivered the flowers and took the time to visit with the recipient, sharing thoughtful details about the arrangement. She even explained that the sunflowers had been picked in Eudora, which made the gift feel even more special. The recipient thought that was such a neat personal touch. It's clear Missy puts her heart into her work, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a stunning, meaningful floral arrangement.

Bold colors catch your eye when you walk by...and you just have to check this place out. Owner is…read moresuper fun and helpful--check back frequently as new items are brought in weekly.

I received a gift from Annabelles and loved it so much I decided to check it out when I needed a…read moregift. This little place is packed full of beautiful linens, scarfs, jewelry, candles and more. There truly is something for everyone young and old. Everyone was very friendly and present yet gave you space to shop. They also do a stunning job wrapping your gift.

I found Annabelles when I did a google search for some organic sheets I saw in a magazine. They…read moreoffer luxurious bedding among other things and I wanted to check it out. Bedding is something I will fork out the dough for, because I restful, comfortable nights sleep is so vital to a happy Kristen. The shop was beautiful and smelled really good. The smell of a store for some reason has a huge impression on me. Annabelles specializes in French and European bedding. There were beautiful, soft styles in really high thread counts. The lady working was really friendly and helpful. She showed me right to the sheets I was inquiring about. The organic sheets I looked at were really lovely, but I decided to wait --spending $400 is alittle more dough than I could fork out---I need baby steps away from my staple tee-shirt sheets from college. I found some 300 count egyptian cotton sheets on OVerstock for $80. Nonetheless Annabelles is a really pretty, unique store.

I love the new Monarch Books space. It is bigger and they have even more books and gift items. I…read morereally enjoyed browsing the new layout and the reading room on the side was very cozy and fun. I already plan to return for future birthdays and Christmas shopping! Highly recommend for book lovers in the area!

I had the joy of going to the new location for Monarch shortly after they opened it! I LOVED the…read moreatmosphere, book selection, and the fact that they also had plants and gift items as well. My one lament is selfish, and that's the fact that the antique books were, from what I understand, for display only (I collect antique books, so I always have an eye out for places to browse for them). I believe the person I met there when I went was the owner, who was extremely friendly! Plus I love that it's a locally owned store. Overall I really loved visiting and browsing. Monarch is definitely one of my go-to bookstores now!

I have been a long time regular at this gift shop from the time they were EggCetra at the Mission…read moreMall, followed them to the Great Mall, name change, move to MurLen location and now at the much larger location 151st and Ridgeview! My kids, friends and I simply call it John's Store. John is the owner/operator of Enchanted Gift, he's always been helpful, friendly and personable which makes many of us hang out to chat and of course shop! Has many metaphysical books and items, a large collection of gem stones and tarot/oracle decks! Now offering holistic healing services as well! Stop in and be sure to say "Mikki sent me"!

Great owner and nice vibe. Prices are a little steep but in keeping with the market and he has…read moreawesome metal dragons.

My husband found Seven Stories when visiting the area before we moved, and he told me all about the…read moreincredible owner, Halley, and her family. It was my first bookstore stop the week we moved. Since my first visit over a year ago, Seven Stories has quickly become a "third place" for me. I love how dedicated Seven Stories is to supporting local artists, BIPOC artists and writers, LGBTQIA+ stories, and the Shawnee community overall. Whether you are looking to browse or stay a while, it is always worth the visit. Check out their special events and book clubs, too! Seven Stories, and the community they have built, feels like home.

It's a bookshop & local gift stop rolled into one brick & mortar spot in Shawnee. Locally owned…read morewith a book inventory that rotates fairly frequently, and who doesn't love a good book? Plenty of children's titles, lots of current fiction, and a strong selection of biographies all round out the shop. You can also browse the games & puzzles selections, locally made postcards & prints, and other Kansas City-oriented items. I picked up a fun game of 'Haikubes', a series of cubes with differing words and themes with which to build Japanese poetry. What a find! Parking is easy and browsing is easy. Definitely a vibe of a 'book store' with the space & service. Check it out!

I can't say enough good things about this business! They have a fantastic selection of decor,…read morewellness, clothing, jewelry, art, custom rugs etc. (ranging from all prices). Truly feel like anyone could find something here. I loved visiting to buy unique gifts for others or when I'm in the mood to treat myself. The owners are so warm and inviting, they love sharing the story of their business. They occasionally do "thank you gifts" that you can get a heads up about in their Newsletter (which is also so fun to see new items). All the staff go above and beyond to make every visit a great one.

Easily one of my favorite reasons to visit Brookside. If you're looking for something specific,…read morethen you're going to have to find it amongst all the other cool STUFF. I love the mix of whimsical, satirical, and locally-themed merchandise. There is always something seasonal whether that is late-year holidays, spring decor, or nifty merch in line with the local sportsball teams. You can easily spend wayyyy too much time in here, maybe leafing through some fun books or admiring the handmades & artisanal jewelry. Their jewelry section, which is mostly earrings and accent rings, is sourced from artisans both locally and regionally. I tend to pick up a stocking stuffer here just about every time I'm in because I know I'm not going to find those exact pieces anywhere else. Detail: the up-cycled clothes, such as Chiefs-themed distressed jeans, are ridiculously cool. The prices may be a touch more here and there, but you aren't likely to find some of those items elsewhere and therein lies the real value. Add in that the staff is always friendly and welcoming and the whole place has a happy feel. Parking is, well, Brookside, so get out and browse. Just know that your browsing may end up being more of an extended visit, just like when we stop in.