I love this store and the kindness and interest Courtney takes with every single potential…read morecustomer. This is typically the store I visit first. So much "shorely" you'll find some unique items for kids and adults of all ages. Thank you!!

Bottom Line: One of the best stores in Saint Michael's filled with gifts, decor, toys, books and…read moresuch. I have no idea what a preppy redneck is but I know I like this store. There are lots of gifty stores on the main drag, N. Talbot Street, in Saint Michael's but I think this is one of the best! I particularly enjoyed looking at the kids section including the various stuffed animals, toys and games. I couldn't help myself from flipping through some of the Priscilla Cummings books as I remember when she visited my school as a kid. I've been a fan of Chadwick the Crab ever since! I also liked looking at the various products from the J.O. Spice Company. I come from a family of commercial crabbers and this might come as a shock to some but JO, not Old Bay, is our preferred crab seasoning. But J.O. isn't just for crabs and they offer spice blends and other stuff like chicken rubs, crab cake mixes and steamed shrimp seasoning. Aside from the above, I also enjoyed looking at cards, soaps, Scout bags, novelty salt and pepper shakers and such. The employee, perhaps the owner, was friendly and welcoming as most people are in this quaint town nestled along side the Miles River. This was definitely a fun stop!

Small boutique in the picturesque town of Easton. Small stock, thus unique finds. Friendly sales…read morestaff (2 ladies) with a bit of the pushy sales technique. Can't blame them, they are there to sell their goods. They must be doing something right because the plaque on the fitting room wall says they've been in business 20 years. A definite place to stop. You might find a cute piece of clothing, hair accessory, scarf, or socks.

Great service and eclectic selection. Both people at the store offered me good gift ideas. They…read moreeven donate to Talbot Hospice with some gift selections.

We visited some friends in St. Michaels last weekend and did some shopping on Talbot Street,…read moreincluding at Chesapeake Trading Company. It's one of those stores that does its best to defy categorization, but they sell great women's clothing, jewelry, books, home goods, home decor, and more. I was inside for no more than 10 minutes and walked out with a fancy candle, a sweater, and a book. It's a charming shop. I'm sure I'd buy quite a bit here if I lived in St. Michaels. Stop by and check it out!

Some items are pricier than they might be at other stores. The customer service is excellent …read more.. that's worth a lot

SECOND HAND ROSE CONSIGNMENT KENT ISLAND CHESTER, MD Rose…read moreand her team are amazing, professional, knowledgable, and friendly. They merchandise beautifully their displays of high end tabletop / dining ware / serving pieces / artisan studio ceramics / pottery - not a "jumbled mess" (as in other places). Their wares are thoughtfully curated and in superb condition! Huge selection of Waterford crystal and expensive ceramics from some great, large estates. Nice art selection includes some original works and limited edition artworks. Extensive handbag and jewelry selection. Better clothing brands - ladies, only, are displayed on second level. Come often - they sell super fine items have a huge, loyal following of shoppers and pickers. This establishment is neat, clean, thoughtfully run business with great selection and prices! Keep up the great work, Rose et al!

Of the 3 or 4 thrift/consignment shops I went to in the area today, this was my favorite. There…read morewere 2 floors of items and a large variety of everything. Everything was clearly labeled and priced, and there were several signs in the store that told you the color coded discounts. I spent $100 on 3 Dooney & Burke bags for my daughter. They were 25%, 50%, and 75% off respectively. She will be thrilled. I would definitely return.

One of the better stores in downtown Easton in my opinion. My wife and I stopped in here while on…read morevacation in the area and found lots of adorable things in here. We certainly did not walk out empty handed. You will find a wide range of unique items in here from table wear (linens and china), to home accessories, to women's clothing, to baby clothes. Evidently some of the china is hand painted by the owner. You'll also find lots of Vera Bradley items in here if you are into that. The lady that helped us was very friendly and we are so glad we stopped in here.

Cute gift shop with a wide selection of items ranging from tableware to baby. We happened in the…read moreshop while they were having a 75% off sale. SCORE! Spartina Purses and 3 Martha baby items were so reasonable that several in my group stocked up on Christmas and Birthday gifts. The staff were attentive and quick to answer questions. The regular prices put this store on the high end but completely in line with stores of a similar nature. This is exactly the type of shop you hope to find on vacation. Don't miss stopping in to Trade Whims if you are visiting Easton, Maryland.

I can't believe I forgot to review THE COTTAGE?! I was cruising through my reviews from our trip to…read moreAnnapolis mid summer. Annapolis has got a ton of little clothing shops and odds and ends but THE COTTAGE's selection was top notch. They had bracelets, bags, decor, clothes...you name it. I'm from the south and live in Ohio now, but this shop was reminiscent of the shops in the south. Classy and prices reasonable for the quality they carry, plus the staff were so hospitable. Hopefully I'll be stopping in on a regular basis if I get a Mid class 2031.

Bottom Line: A lovely collection of accessories, décor, clothing and gifts…read more The Cottage, a long time staple in Severna Park, has opened a new location in downtown Annapolis in the spot previously occupied by Kokopelli. To differentiate between the two locations they are calling the downtown Annapolis store The Cottage on Main and the Severna Park store The Cottage in The Park. The inventory between the two stores seems very similar. I can almost always find something to buy at this great local, small business. Here are some of my most recent finds: - Avanti greeting cards often featuring funny animals. They are the best! - Keva leather jewelry. It's light and so comfortable to wear. - Farmhouse Fresh lotions and soaps. Great quality and not overbearing scents. - Hobo purses and wallets. Awesome colors, practical designs and yummy leather. - A variety of thoughtful and sweet baby gifts. Lots of pretty prints. - Boho bandeaus. I really like these for working out in the yard. - Rifle Paper Co. stemless drinking glasses. Seems great for anything. - Although not personally a favorite of mine, popular brands like Vera Bradley, Kendra Scott and Swig. Since this location is in downtown Annapolis parking is a consideratoin. On an early weekday morning you might be able to grab a metered spot our front. The Noah Hillman Parking Garage is nearby too. Or you can always drive 15 minutes to the Severna Park location where parking is plentiful. Overall, The Cottage on Main is a great addition to downtown Annapolis.

This was the cutest little shop! Tons of cute jewelry and other stuff. The lady working was SO…read morefriendly and nice. Super glad I decided to walk in.

This is an awesome, unique boutique in Annapolis. I haven't seen such a hippie Mecca since I…read morevisited Asheville! The store had three rooms and is part of a cute old building close to Market Street. The people who work there are always very friendly and accommodating, and there are also spacious dressing rooms if you decide to try anything on. I got a great pair of sunglasses here. You can also get lots of cute handmade items, and awesome winter accessories like knit hats and gloves. The decor of the place makes you feel as if you've been transported to the 60's/70's. Everything is funky and technicolor. Prices aren't bad at all, and you can find a lot of little items and accessories that are truly unique. Following the "hippie" mindset, their hours are a little flexible (their website claims that are open until 8ish). I gotta hand it to them--laid back places like these are hard to find in this area!

After a friend suggested it, I liked Paris Grey Cottage's facebook page. I've been seeing the great…read morepictures they post and finally got a chance to check out the shop for myself. It is so cute and cozy inside! They have a good combo of bigger pieces of furniture as well as smaller home decor items. I bought a burlap pillow and an antique salt cellar... And I have my eye on a shabby chic rocker that I hope to buy in the near future. I will definitely be back to this shop - it is clear that they are always changing their inventory so you never know just what treasure you might find!

I was out on a Sunday afternoon with nothing else to do, came across this shop and thought I'd stop…read morein. They have some cute things, but the store is very small and cramped, with barely enough room to walk through. There are more items outside on a porch, but again it's kind of hard to move around to get out there and see everything. The young lady working in the shop was too busy talking on her cell phone to acknowledge me until I came to the register with a picture I wanted to buy. At this point, she says "You do know we only take cash or checks, right?" Really? This is 2012, what legitimate business doesn't accept credit cards? I mean seriously.....you can get a Square-Up card reader for FREE and run them right from your phone! I can't tell you the last time I wrote a check, don't even think I have any, and I never carry cash (as many people don't), so this store just lost not only this sale but any future sales they may have made with me.