Fussy Gussy is so freakin' awesome! I bought a few potholders from her at the bazaar in the…read morebasement of the Unitarian church up in Harvard Sq. this past Xmas season... they were so adorable and amazingly well put-together, I couldn't resist. I was supposed to be out shopping for family and friends, but these were just for me. Everything is handcrafted and made with love. Definitely check out her wares online. FUSSY GUSSY RAWKS.

Fussy Gussy has been around for a year. She haunts craft bazaar's (only the best of the best)…read moreBuckaroo's Mercantile and Magpie. Soft sewn satchels, potholders, placemats, pillows, all of the things you realize you have to have! upon first sight... why? because they will make your life better. The schtick of F.G. is fabric fabric fabric (paired with the gifted designer's meticulous and tasteful knack/crusade for perfection) They are more than kitsch they are revved up hummina hermana- muy caliente- retro- new wave -goodness...think the Gabor sisters before Hollywood squares, Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra with bustin' out cleavage... or maybe more like Charro if she weren't annoying and lived in silent movies. This upstart is moving along and I am thankful to be around for the beginnings. fussygussy.etsy.com

Yelena made me the most beautiful custom bedroom curtains…read more She is extremely talented and the curtain fabric is outstanding. I highly recommend her for your custom curtain needs....5 stars...outstanding.

Lena did an incredible job tailoring my wedding dress. She took the time to explain her process and…read morewhat her recommendations were. On my wedding day I felt very confident and secure in my dress. Despite it being a strapless dress I never felt it slip (even while dancing!). It's very clear to me she is an expert in her craft. I will definitely be going back to Lena in the future for my tailoring needs!

Fancy furniture store in neighborhood. Nicely appointed inside, a style that is modern but hearkens…read moreto traditional as well. Staff friendly. Worth checking out. But bring your wallet .... pricey stuff this is!

Reside is a neighborhood gem. I love coming in to browse and shop their new pieces. Their selection…read moreand the design of the shop show a clear dedication to curation. I always feel comfortable walking around and asking questions & the customer service is lovely - Chloe is a gem! I'll definitely be back.

I had a need for a somewhat unusually shaped desk, and a friend suggested I talk to the folks at…read moreThe Door Store. I did so, and I'm so glad I did... The entire process was pleasant and smooth... The store staff walked me through all of my options for woods, finishes, etc and made the pricing structure of each choice very clear. Delivery was also just as agreed, obviously for an unusual custom item, there were a few weeks lead time, but they actually delivered a week earlier than originally estimated, and the delivery team was very considerate and careful. The finished desk is simply stunning; even better than I had hoped.

I came to The Door Store to ask them to build me a desk. Their knowledge of the different options…read moreof woods and designs available to meet my needs was exemplary. I placed an order and then after leaving realized that I have chemical sensitivities to fresh glues and stains, and called to ask them to see if we could work out a solution. They were respectful and knowledgeable, and quickly came up with a solution which eliminated any risk of triggering my sensitivity. I would (and will) buy from them in the future, and highly recommend them. They are good people with a great knowledge base who love their work and care about their customers.

We recently worked with Brooke at a large home renovation project in Brookline. The client wanted…read moreto fast-track the project so that they could move in as soon as they could. This was the first project as a contractor, that we have worked with Brooke, and we were very satisfied with her attention to detail, her communication response time and her overall approach to the design process. I don't think Brooke had all the time in the world to perform her greatest magic, but she did a great job given the budget and time constraint. We hope to work with her and Orange Street again!

I highly recommend Linda Stimson of Inner Visions Interiors. We were moving into an antique home…read moreand wanted to decorate our great room starting with a blank slate. Linda helped us focus on a scheme from soup to nuts, starting with the selection of rugs and adding furniture, lighting, wall and window treatments. She very efficiently orchestrated the process so that we had everything in place by the holidays. It's stunning, love the results!

We live in a smallish house built in 1928. Linda helped us redo lighting, flooring, furnishings,…read moreand art in the living room, dining room and entrance. The space is challenging and Linda worked miracles with it. She managed to get existing furnishings to mix with new items that she helped us choose. Her expertise with lighting and color are remarkable. We were hoping for some improvement and ended up with something really special. Our living space is so much lighter, more functional and - prettier. Meanwhile, historic furniture, art, etc has a place as well. We are delighted. On a practical note, in any renovation, large or small, snags happen. Linda was super quick to resolve the two minor issues that came up. She was totally committed to seeing that the job was done perfectly. No detail was too small.

This place feels more like a scam operation. We placed an order and paid in full in August. The…read moreowner came back more than 2 months later and said that the manufacturer passed on a 20% price increase that I would have to pay or they would refund my money. The sales people felt badly about the situation, but the owner would not consider absorbing any of the increase as "he was already losing money on it". I contacted the manufacturer who said that was not the case and referred me to another store out of state. That store charged me the same price I had originally paid.

As a former resident of Cambridge, used to l live around the corner from their showroom on Mass Ave…read more(in what we used to call, the furniture ghetto). Although there was stiff competition from many competing retailers: Crate & Barrel (former Design Research space), Heartwood, Bowl and Board, The Home Design Store, Dynasty Furniture, later BoConcept, etc., (no DWR at that time), City Schemes consistently had the most practical, stylish, and accessible selections. Over the years, I had bought a desk, dining table, bed, and night tables, and was always fully satisfied with all aspects of the purchase. I've since moved to Brookline. The Italian Stefano Cavazzana platform bed I bought in 2008, somehow the metal frame warped, due probably to excess or uneven weight/stress. At first I despaired to be able to replace it, since I love the bed, so before doing any kind of internet search I contacted the Sales Dept at City Schemes...long story short about 2 months later and for $250 delivered and tipped, I have an exact replacement frame!! The store keeps immaculate records of all sales, I did have my original receipt as well, but in my mind it was a long shot this was ever going to work out, and that it did so, and so perfectly, is a commendation to this store and the way they stand behind their products. I would have HATED to through the hassle of needing a new bed, or searching for hours and hours to find the correct replacement platform if I even could have?? Thank you Joanne and everyone involved. Happy Xmas!

Excellent workmanship!…read more Magda has done several jobs for us including a window seat cushion and side pillows AND a set of pillows for our living room couch and chair which is incorporated material we brought back from Vietnam. Her work is extremely fine with excellent finishes. We are totally pleased and recommend her without the slightest reservatiom. Her prices are also quite reasonable given the quality and labor involved.

Magda is a design and sewing genius! I brought her a well loved cushion that had to be remade…read more She did not disappoint. The quality and design of her finished product was perfect down to the welting and zipper. Her knowledge of design and fabric is outstanding. I will definitely be in contact her again for other projects.