I'm really sad that the Prettiest Present is closing. Over the past 4 years I've shopped for a…read morequite a few special occasion or cheer up gifts here for family and loved ones. The store doesn't have an exact closing date but it won't be very long. Currently seasonal items are 60-70% off (some seriously cute Xmas décor and ornaments) and the remainder of the store is 20-30% off. They have really cute jewellery and unique items for special gifts. I really like their line of moon necklaces/bracelets where you pick the phase of the moon on a special date (birth, death, wedding, etc.) and can wear it as jewellery. I also like their sparkly Swarovski crystal bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Some stuff here for sure can be found elsewhere or online for less but that's not the point of a boutique store. It's getting to go somewhere and browse through various collections to find the perfect gift for someone special. If you're a fan of s'well bottles, they still have a fairly good collection of unique ones and at 20% off you're paying a fair price for the designer s'wells. (Note you can get plain jane ones at Costco for $30) but the ones here are GORGEOUS and make me smile. They're collection of wrapping papers and tissues is extensive and are sure to be able to wrap your gift to fit any occasion or theme. Seriously gonna miss the Prettiest Present!

Well I just adore this store!…read more Often you walk into gift shops, and yes, everything is lovely but you just don't really see anything practical; or everything is really expensive, or really niche. But at the Prettiest Present they really have a great variety of really useful gifts! From presents for those pooch peeps, to culinary and kitchen gadgets - as well as neat necessities. Then there are the baby gifts, the seasonal decor for your own abode, a wall of tempting teas and some really unique jewelry. And then the pies de resistance... they have the most fabulous collection of gift bags, gift boxes and paper so that when you find that perfect present you can also wrap it up without having to go to another store! Love it!! Although, I do not remember seeing ribbon or cards, I could be wrong, or maybe that's just asking for the moon. Pro Tip: Make sure to go into the basement! Often you go into a store like this and assume that down the steps is just a small smattering of a few other things. But in this case the basement is the majority of the shop. It is at least 3x larger then the upstairs portion. Happy shopping!

Wondered into this lovely little find the first time I was on my way to Tiramisu. This shop has a…read morelittle bit of everything. From talking to the owner, this store is meant to give an idea of their style of design. I have to say I love it and definitely have it in mind for future gift giving occasions. Baby shower gifts, unique table setting items and even some cool branded yeg stuff (I totally brought a bag as a gift to make a friend in Mexico smile). Parking is along the ave or street and fairly easy to find that far down 124st. Also for those mobility limited, there are few steps into the shop.

What an absolutely adorable store!! Located right around the corner from cafe Tiramisu, this tiny…read moreshop has all sorts of cute home decor items, many of which are European antiques, dictated by the yellow ribbon tied on them. The other stuff is a lot of kitchen items such as beautiful wood charcuterie boards. The store carries items from over 20 different Canadian designers! This is the place you go for really unique pieces for an eclectic house, a consummate hostess, like moi, whom loves conversation starting pieces scattered across the home. And also, a magnificent place for buying wedding gifts, birthday presents and hostess offerings. Happy shopping all!

This place has all my home decorating dreams piled into one store. They have beautiful sheets,…read morebedspreads, and home decor items. Many of their sheets are imported from Italy, so expect a higher price, but also an unbelievably comfortable bed! They have just branched out into kitchen items as well and have some very high end appliances that I could see fitting perfectly on my counter top. I just have to convince the husband that we NEED beautiful (and expensive) appliances! My work might be cut out for me, but in the mean time I will be checking back often to see what is in stock and maybe even on sale.

Bella Casa is a good place to go when you want to make up your home. It can be best compared to Le…read moreGnome so you can guess what you are in for and what you can expect to find here. The prices are high but they match the quality. I kind of get the same feeling in this place as I do when I walk through Ikea. Basically you want to buy everything. Things you don't need and things you know you won't ever use will suck you in. If you are looking to dress up your new home or makeover your current one this is a really good bet.

Lyndale Accents is a very quaint shop in the Crestwood neighbourhood that can be easily missed. It…read morerecently moved spots to a larger location in the strip mall, fortunately. Lyndale Accents carries a wide variety of fun, practical, and beautiful gift ideas for the home and for children and adults. There are seasonal items, jewelry, greeting cards, and items for bath and kitchen. Most of the trinkets are small, but with large pricetags. There is a return policy with receipt (although I can't recall how many days you have), which was fortunate for me when I bought a decorative bookmark for a family member who did not care for it.

Lyndale Accents is a store for those who like to spruce up their homes with little decorative…read moreobjects that have glamorous feel to them. I am a minimalist when it comes to my home decor, so this store turned out completely useless for me. It was fun to browse though. There are picture frames and vases, figurines, clocks and jewellery, candles, plates and coin purses as well as hand bags and cute kid items such as books and little shoes. The selection at Lyndale Accents is indeed eclectic. It is geared to women, so ladies, make sure to shop here without a boyfriend or a husband who, chances are, will be bored and end up whining and ruining your shopping trip:) P.S. Customer service was nonexistent.

I have only purchased online from here, not been to the actual shop, because their shipping is…read morestraightforward and reliable, and IMHO worth the money. This shop curates a wide variety of stuff that's ideal for gift giving. It's hard not to go overboard ordering just one more cute thing. I really like their needlework kits, greeting cards, and home decor items. Prices are not bargain basement so be warned that a shopping spree can add up fast! Still, shopping local has its own rewards and I am glad that this quirky little place has earned such a large following that it's still standing after all the economic challenges of the pandemic and beyond. Hard to explain, but the inventory just has an Edmonton feel to it -- check it out and see if you agree!

Seriously obsessed with this quirky store. Awesome gift ideas (for myself) in here. From bear…read moreshaped chopping boards, succulents in the cutest pots, to jewellery, mermaid bottle openers and so much more. The space is small but it has an upstairs mezzanine area with even more goodies and that's where you'll find the wall of patches. That's right, a wall of patches, my friend and I were debating buying a giant cat patch for a denim jacket. They are so cool. I want them all. The greetings cards are funny, shocking and perfect for any pal with a sense of humour. They sell light boxes, neon signs and trinket holders in weird shapes. What's not to love. Every single thing in this store is so damn cute, including the owner. She was funny, had great conversation and told us lots about the makers and various store items. Can't wait to go back and buy all the things!

A new cool place that we recently discovered! They have a…read morelot of hand made cool stuff, perfect for decoration! The gentleman who helped us was very kind and funny with a lot of energy! He provided a lot of interesting information about the products! I'll definitely go back there if I need anything for decorating our home and I highly recommend the place! :)

Harlow is a lovely gem in the heart of High Street. It's a small and uniquely appealing boutique…read morewith quality items that you will not find in the big box stores. I "found" this boutique while looking for greeting cards at an adjacent store. What a treasure trove of items that are carefully chosen to appeal to women who want something that is special and well priced! Nicole is very helpful and friendly. On my first visit, I bought a shirt and necklace that I love. I'll be returning with a friend soon. Marilyn Wangler

Love this little gem of a gift store!…read more From adorable little gifts for a new baby to the perfect present for your girlfriend, this place is sure to please! LOVED loved LOVED the Matt & Nat cork handbags and clutches that we found on a Scavenger Hunt here during the Red Shoe Crawl 124th street edition. They have an adorable little doggie behind the counter most days who never makes a peep, so be sure to ask if he's there to say hello :-) HARLOW also impresses with great artisan and local jewelry! There were at least a dozen pieces calling my name. I dropped more than a few hints to the hubs ;-) The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and the perfect amount of present - not overbearing at all. Looking forward to my next reason to return! HARLOW definitely tops my list of retail therapy High Street locations!

I had a large print and a teak side table to sell and because I had to go out of town, I contacted…read morethe Consignment Loft. The service was great. Once they decided to accept my items, the process was simple. After only 6 weeks both items were sold for the agreed upon price. Checks were issued. Everything was simple and done well. I would use them again.

As a design maven, I can't believe I didn't know this place was here before now! Fortunately, their…read moread in Edify magazine drew me in, and I went in to investigate last weekend. The place is chock full of goodies that they get from homebuilders with show homes, home stagers, and other folk who have changed their colour schemes or whatnot. If you're in the market for wall art, pillows, objets d'art, vases, or all sorts of other doo-dads, give this place a try. It's small, but crammed full, and the selection is constantly being updated. Don't forget to look upstairs too. This place is dangerously close to my work AND my house (sort of halfway in between, so I'll be stopping in frequently for new items. The prices were really reasonable for what they had, and the manager, Sydney, was a delight to chat with. She said they've been open for about a year and a half. Too long for me not to know about them! Definitely adding this to my usual list of places to check out for gorgeous decor.