I have been shopping Cottage Melts online for going on two years and have watched the evolution to…read moretheir brick and mortar location with great excitement. Not only are their melts long lasting, they create some of the best scent combinations of any company I have found. Their dedication to creating quality products and excellent customer service has made me a life long customer and fan. I love their melts, candles, lotions and car diffusers to the point I almost exclusively gift from their shop for holidays. When creating their store they have been incredibly intentional in curating a space that not only will showcase their growing range of products but has also given opportunity to other small, local businesses to sell their products. This commitment to their new community and giving space to help others succeed is incredibly admirable. Definitely worth a drive to see them - smell their products in person - and I promise you will fall in love with Cottage Melts too!

Wonderful assortment of items at a variety of price points. Beautiful space with friendly people.read more

Very friendly staff in this store and some cute items. Not too expensive. Ended up buying three…read moregifts in there.

Tons of really cute things and Gift ideas. You will definitely go in for someone else and leave…read morewith something for yourself. Staff was very nice, friendly and helpful will definitely be back!

Less thrifted and more curated, this store was delightful and the owner, Phoebe and Shadow, even…read moremore so. We shopped, we chatted, we really could have stayed there all day. We left with fudge, caramelized pecans, and these flat cookie covered in powdered sugar called Angel's Wings. Definitely a go to spot in the town.

Cool little shop that we stopped into today. A lot of different things you can't find anywhere…read moreelse. Great atmosphere and friendly service always.

Great store with a lot of nice seasonal items. Definitely worth visiting! Excited to go back. Be…read moresure to follow their Instagram

We absolutely loved our shopping experience at A Thyme and Place! They appropriately followed…read moresocial distancing measures, and though the shop is smaller, we felt safe browsing with just 1 other customer in the shop. We came at the transfer from fall to Christmas decor and were thrilled to find a plethora of holiday decor! The shop is filled with classic and country style decor of all kinds, both fit for indoor and outdoor decorations. The staff is helpful and personable and clearly hard working, as the shop is beautiful and constantly supplied with the latest items. Would definitely recommend a trip out to the "country" to visit this wonderful shop!

Listen--if you walk into Chickadee's and don't find something that makes you smile, check your…read morepulse. This place is bursting with charm, personality, and the kind of gifts that scream "I totally put thought into this" (even if you grabbed it last minute, no judgment ). The vibe? Cozy New England chic with a dash of sass. The shelves are stocked like they know your nosy aunt, your hard-to-shop-for bestie, and your boss who "doesn't want anything" (yeah right). From quirky finds to local treasures, Chickadee's nails it. And the staff? Warm, welcoming, and just the right mix of helpful without hovering. Honestly, it feels less like shopping and more like catching up with a fun friend who happens to have amazing taste. Bottom line: Chickadee's is THAT gift shop. Cute, clever, and full of surprises. Don't sleep on it, because your next perfect find is sitting pretty on one of those shelves.

From the owner: Chickadees Gift Shop in downtown Sturbridge is the place to go to get that "just right" gift or…read morehome accent. With an invitation to local crafters, we opened a one-room shop in 2011 in a charming colonial building on 425 Main Street. Yes, we have grown. Come in and enjoy a personal shopping experience as Sylvia, Melody, Dot and Linda are on hand to answer your questions.

This store is huge!!!!! The selection of different items seemed to never end. I want to go back…read moremore prepared. Unfortunately a carriage isn't workable throughout the store and we left the baby carrier at home. So unfortunately I didn't get to dive into all the greatness! The staff seemed friendly and super helpful! If you're looking for a place with a huge selection of things this is the place!!! Value wise some things seemed a tad pricey but then others were super reasonable. It's all a matter of opinion l! The store was clean and organized just so much inventory the aisles are full! Definitely check this place out!!! It's massive!!!

Great experience people are friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go back great sister trip.read more

I walked by and saw the nutcrackers in the window and knew I had to stop in. The store is…read moreabsolutely adorable. I looked around and my fiancé and I immediately thought if his sisters. She's really into interior designing and decor. I had my two year old with his, who was super grumpy because it was his nap time and a very impatient fiancé. So my trip was cut fairly short. There's Yankee candles in the back of the shop, dog bowls, leashes, collar, rustic frames, bowls... Gosh, everything you need for a gift for anyone. I can't wait to go back and have time to devour the shop. I need some new pieces to liven up this house.

New business, super cute, gifts for everyone-babies, kids, adults, romantic gifts to Practical…read moregifts. Plus they have homemade dog treats!

So I found this little gem by happen stance when I was looking for good coffee while in the area…read more It is right next to a very popular coffee/smoothie bar and I HIGHLY recommend you stop on in after you grab a smoothie or coffee. Locally made crafts/gifts/cards and the store is filled to the brim with lovely things! Good to note: If you put 50 Pleasant street Norwich in your GPS it will take you to the back of the building which is the wrong side. Go past pleasant st and the parking lot is on your left! Or search for Dexters smoothie and Coffee vault. The location is a little odd but definitely a hidden gem!

Artists pour their heart, soul and energy into each and every item they produce.... each so…read moreunique... with a story to tell. It's hard to walk away from this store coz it's so cute n adorable and evokes an interest just from the outside and makes you curious on what you may find inside... its quite small .. a hodgepodge of wonderful handmade crafts all made locally in CT... makes for a one of a kind gift... I bought some whimsical clips and rings for the kids and they weren't priced too high which makes it all the more wonderful.... hard to list what you can find coz there are just too many knick knacks but to give you an idea handmade greeting cards, seasonal items... earrings, lip balm holders, hand carved stone animals...you can spend a good lot of time if you enjoy things like this. Also, when you purchase goods from local artisans, you're supporting their business, which helps strengthen the local economy.

Peter makes wonderful, creative statues. He makes all kinds of statues for reasonable prices. Wide…read morevariety of statues and bird baths for the yard or garden. Service is great The owner of this shop is very friendly and helpful! We met him at a Renaissance faire in CT.

Awesome shop and awesome owner! Bought a lawn jockey from him and he was more then friendly and is…read moresuper careful with all his creations. Can't wait to check out the new location