Glassnote Candle Bar was such a fun and unique girls night out/date night experience. You have to…read moremake a reservation, which allows for a personalized, non-rushed experience. When you arrive, you are greeted by a cocktail menu with many great options that make it hard to choose. They also had a build your own old fashioned menu which we obviously had to try and ended up being a highlight. For the candle making itself, you start by going to a wall full of different scents. The staff tell you the proper way to smell it and what you should be looking for in a candle. I honestly learned so much. Once we picked our scents, our server then walked us through the candle making process. She was very attentive and explained everything, making it really easy to follow. After the candles were made, we had to wait about 30 minutes to let them settle, which gave us time to chat and try another cocktail. In total it took about 2 hours. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to cost. It was pretty pricey to make a single candle, which you are paying for the experience as well. However, something to keep in mind when planning your next date night. Overall, we had a fun time making the candles (and cocktails) and I will be recommending Glassnote to my friends for a unique night out.

I have a great time every time I come I come to Glassnote. Though it's pricier than other candle…read moremaking experiences in the state I've tried, the personalized experience I have here stands out compared to the rest of candle making businesses I've tried. The addition of the bar and the concept of personalized design of old fashioned gives an experience I've never had!

I love this place! It has to be my favorite gift shop all over Milwaukee because they have…read moreeverything I didn't think I was looking for! It made it easy for me To find gifts for my friends & coworkers. They have gifts like unique and eclectic stickers, candles, clothing, wallets, books, games, jewelry, ceramics, chocolate, coffee, tea, kitchen stuff, Kids stuff, and more! I'm a huge fan of their wide range of earring selection! Affordable and reasonable pricing. Staff was helpful and available if you had any questions. Ample street parking outside

Swoon is a great mix of nick backs, baby clothes, kids toys, jewelry, candles and more. It's a…read moregreat place to stop for a gift for friends or families. They have the cutest onesies for kids and the largest selection of fern and needle I've ever seen. They also have a few other candle brands as well. They also have some small local artists work sold here. Overall a really cool artsy nick nack store that has a huge range of inventory.

My daughter and I had an amazing time during her Bleu Lux Candle making/Birthday celebration! The…read moreowner was professional, knowledgeable & friendly. The cutely designed boutique space was organized, with ample room for personal food & beverages. In addition to the service being reasonably priced, it was overall a fun, unique, and memorable experience. We plan on coming back soon and inviting more friends & family.

Such a beautiful gift shop! So many different goodies candles, jewelry, perfumes, soaps, essential…read moreoils and so much more ! Mary was so helpful and kind. Check it out if you're looking for a cute thoughtful gift for a loved one. The cost of things were very reasonable and worth the products.

Super cute, tiny store with a diverse selection of MKE & WI souvenirs. My tradition is to buy a tea…read moretowel when I visit a place as a reasonably priced, useful remembrance. They are becoming hard to find which is mind boggling to me as everyone needs to dry a dish at some point in one's life! Also, they are super easy to pack! When I buy gifts for folks, I buy socks. Again, reasonably priced and easy to pack. This store answered my needs with three different tea towel designs by the same WI artist, and silly, colorful socks. I also bought decals and refrigerator magnets (not made in WI). Everything I was looking at was very inexpensive. Service was acceptable. The only thing I would have loved to have seen would have been a Lego brick compatible MOC (my own creation) kit of a 3D map of WI, or maybe a polka musician with an accordion wearing a cheesehead, or something else quintessentially WI. AFOLs (adult fans of Lego) are known for paying stupid prices for souvenir Lego kits of places we visit.

This souvenir store has t-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, hoodies, sweaters, beanie hat, magnets,…read moremagnets, paper weights, mugs, glasses, etc. They have cute merchandise. T-shirts are ~$25-30. Worth a visit for Wisconsin souvenir items

Everything about C.B. Apothecary is great. The space is beautiful and inviting. Buy a candle or…read moremake your own, they are fabulous. I keep coming back to make my own candle creation. Shop the store for bath salts, lip balms, fun jewelry, handmade macrames, and more. Chompers, the shop dog, is an added bonus.

Came in to "pop in and pour" a candle, and it was so much fun! I'm obsessed with the scent I made -…read morethere are so many amazing smells to choose from. I poured my candle next to the shop dog, Chompers, who was so cute and friendly. Kara, the owner, is so sweet and a great instructor. Highly recommend!

When it comes to shopping and supporting local small businesses, the Bronzeville Collective is a…read moregreat option in Milwaukee! This location is home to several black/brown and LGBTQ+ creative business owners with over 25 local brands represented. I stopped by on Small Business Saturday and I really appreciated the efforts they are taking to provide a safe in-person shopping experience. They ask that you wear a mask and clean your hands upon entry (they have a sanitation station at the main entrance). They also have 'touchless shopping' signs throughout to remind shoppers to look with their eyes unless they're serious about purchasing an item. The represented brands range from clothing apparel to accessories and jewelry. They also have holistic care brands along with candles and other fragrances. If you're looking to support local, then you need to make a visit to the Bronzeville Collective!

The bohemian, spiritual, communal vibes of this place are strong! Such a unique spot and a…read moremust-visit if you are on the hunt for a one-of-a-kind gift. They have everything from crystal candles, gemstones, apparel, and lots of handcrafted jewelry. The atmosphere is funky, eclectic and oh so welcoming. Be ready to be stopped upon entering and nicely asked to use some hand-sanitizer. We weren't ready for that but had zero qualms about the request. There is also signage around the store calling for "touchless shopping" and everyone is quick to help upon request. It also looked like there were several orders waiting to be picked up, curb-side style. Might be worth looking into if you still aren't a fan of shopping in a brick and mortar just yet. Side note/bonus - a lot of the retailers in this space are local small businesses of color AND this shop is located directly across the America's Black Holocaust Museum.

Felt positive, soothing energy when I opened the door. The people working were super knowledgeable,…read morefriendly and helpful, especially Lucy. Beautiful stones and healing gifts.

I am impressed. The store area is large, taking up three store fronts. They have an excellent…read moreselection of crystals, jewelry, books, cards, candles and incense. Things were typically priced compared to other similar shops. The staff members were helpful and friendly. The vibe inside was peaceful and relaxing. They had a holiday special today. I picked an egg out of a basket and got 15% off and chocolate. This location also offers readings, group meditation, energy healing, classes and other enlightening events. Great crystal shop. I will be back for sure. Even my husband enjoyed it and felt compelled to pick his own crystal.