Zone Orange is a charming art gallery (galerie d'art) and cafe on a side street off of Old…read moreMontreal. It isn't terribly large, but it's clean, colorful, with a ton of random art on display and for sale. I had a conversation with friendly Dominic Morin, the manager/owner (he's listed as "le directeur" on his business card - I'm unsure how that directly translates). I told him I was sad there wasn't any food[1] for purchase, only coffee, and he noted my complaint (now they actually have SORBET in addition to their espresso). He also pointed out a few pieces to me, and mentioned his sister was an artist here; I also checked out these animal plushies (amusing cat and octopus ones) sitting on a huge IKEA shelf. Much of the random art there was graspable stuff - tres cool. Zone Orange is worth a visit.

Cute boutique with very expensive items. This is just off the beaten path so you will have to look…read moredown the side street to find it. Worth a stop if your in Old Montreal according to Frommers, to us it was overpriced crap.

Curated selection of high quality papers together with expert and friendly advice = great…read moreexperience. Located in the Mile End neighborhood in Montreal. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

I visited this shop a couple of years ago and the owner showed me snow bleached Japanese…read morepaper...amazing...I used it to make drums for my fashion show at VIFW. It looked like real hide. They are artists as well so they know what to bring to their clients.

If you like finding one-of-a-kind furniture or decorative pieces, statement pieces or antiques…read morewhich might have some interesting story attached to it, then you owe yourself a visit to Shivam Imports. Located in the ground floor of a warehouse straddling the very top of De l'Eglise Avenue, St. Patrick, the Lachine Canal and underneath the highway, I would never have even guessed or known about this place if it wasn't for the fact that my brother recently bought a beautiful, hand-carved wooden table here from Rajasthan, India - the kind you see in decorative magazines, high end lofts and spas or super posh furniture stores only you're too scared to look at the prices there. Here, you can look at them all you want and you'll be floored at the bargains you'll find, no joke. Shivam Imports is normally a wholesaler but they do sell to individuals and the prices are more than reasonable for the sorts of pieces in their showroom, but you need to make an appointment to visit their showroom (at the moment). So despite the appointments and out-of the way location, it is well worth your while to stop in and have a good look. You won't regret it. First off, this ain't no IKEA. You'll find hand-carved teak tables, antique mirrors, crazy pillars which look like the belong in a palace of some Maharajah, antique finished cabinets, candle-holders, unique pieces like wooden headboards. Stuff no one you know will ever have because everything here is so individual and unique. If you're like me and don't like generic anything, love old-fashioned quality then you'll just love it here. Andrew the owner is a really chill, easy-going guy and often buys pieces directly in India and makes trips several times a year there. If you're thinking of re-decorating, need some ideas or inspiration or looking for that one unique mirror to place in your room or a conversation-piece coffee table, look no further.

Lovely place to buy amazing Eastern art & housewares, statues, candles, lighting fixtures, dream…read morecatchers, etc. I bought two pieces that I hung on my walls and enjoy looking at everyday. They both bring me peace & serenity.

Relaxation and calm embraces you the moment you walk through the entrance of the Lotus Boutique…read more It felt as though an invisible veil of de-stress came over me when i stepped in. Small and cozy store, but I spent quite a while browsing around. Ended up buying 2 decorative wall scrolls, a namaste saying piece for the office space and some fragrant incense. Prices are great! Especially when it is evident the materials they use are authentic and good quality.

This is a cute little New Age/crystal/gem stones shop. You'll find the usual New Age paraphernalia,…read morecrystal skulls, pendulums, rings, raw geos, pyramids. They also have lots of jewelry, mostly silver plated, amber, quartz and other semi-precious stones. I also saw Native American dream catchers and other Native spiritual items but unless I get that from a person of First Nation's ancestry or from the reservation directly or at the annual Pow-Wow, I generally stay away from that stuff, but that's just me. The girl who runs it is very friendly and generally the folks there are pretty helpful. It really focuses on crystals and stones, they don't really have books, tarot cards, candles, botanicals which most stores dedicated to craft and Pagan/Wicca do so just be aware of that.

My witchy friend pointed this spot out to me, I must have walked by it a thousand times without…read morenoticing this tucked away piece of magic on St.Denis. The variety of quality stones in here is remarkable, tiny stacks on every available surface. There are also white and pink salt and crystal lamps, singing bowls, totem stones and a couple pretty pillows to round out the mix. There's also a lovely collection of turquoise and amber and silver jewelry. The service was warm and kind a no pressure. Happy to have discovered Pierre's D'ailleurs!

The staff is a little uppity if you're looking for jewelry for less than a thousand dollars, but…read morethe merchandise here, and especially the jewelry, even the less expensive jewelry, is beautiful and unique. I go here every time I visit Montreal and rarely come away empty-handed.

One should not confuse the word "Artisan" in the English daily life to ordinarily think about an…read moreexpensive loaf of bread from a "boutique" bakery. Artisan is a French word having evolved from the Latin "artitus", and usually signify skillfully made or arranged - and mean care, expertise and quality. If you are looking for exclusive pieces crafted by Quebec artisans, then L'Art des Artisans du Québec is the place to shop. Yes, Exclusive! A place to find truly unique gifts, ("Des articles magiques, qui ont du sens, que vous ne pourrez trouver nulle part ailleurs") These items, which are made by hand by Quebec designers working with materials that have an element of warmth to them, to come up with new creation that are unique and everlasting, and to test the limits of their imagination, passion and creativity. It is a marriage between beauty and uniqueness. By purchasing products that are made in Quebec, we are supporting the local economy and limiting transportation--a nice gesture for the environment! I was impressed by the number of various unique works,being sold there, many of them handcrafted and full of life and character. What a pleasure to visit such an interesting, well laid out shop, packed with colour, and different than the regular store you will come across. Service was friendly and helpful. It's well worth a visit.

Farfelu is an excellent place for unique gifts for oneself or for friends and family. Each item is…read moreunique and handmade by local artisans and craftspeople. From beautiful kiln fired earthenware to lustrous one-of-a-kind handmade 24 karat gold and sterling silver jewellery to fashion accessories ... this place has got it all. This is true art made by talented people who showcase their creations with great panache and sensibility. Support local artists and craftspeople by buying quality goods at extremely reasonable prices. Located in western Westmount near Victoria, this place could've taken a totally different approach by being very snooty and standoffish. Fortunately for us all ... they keep it real. They know who their clientele are yet they suffer no fools. Nobody cuts in line here. First come, first served. If you've got excellent taste and a sense of generosity ... come here and get your mum a nice salad bowl or mug for her birthday. She'll know that she raised you right and you will too!

Nice shop to go into. Pretty items, nice ceramics.. I'd come back and find a unique gift for…read moresomeone for the home or for the host/hostess that isn't from like a Crate & Barrel or something.

Small shop with Quebec souvenirs--something for everyone! Definitely recommend stopping by!read more

A huge thank you to Irena at Artpop for helping me locate a pair of earrings to replace an earring…read moreI had bought here and then lost! When she saw there wasn't an exact match in stock, she checked the artist's website for other shops that sell her work, called two shops to ask if they had them in stock, and helped me plot my route there. That type of service is the stuff that created happy (and loyal) shoppers! This is a cute little shop on Rue Mont Royal, in the heart of the plateau, selling jewelry, cards, stickers, mugs, t-shirts, tea towels, mugs, and other fun gifts made by local artists and reasonably priced. I stop by several times each year and always find something delightful.