Talk about a disappointing experience. I wanted to love this place so badly--it's beautiful both…read moreinside and out, and the owner seemed extremely nice when I met her in person, but their customer service left something to be desired after the fact, which I'll explain in a second. The concept for this business is awesome--Roost is in what appears to be an old renovated barn, with two floors of many artisanal goods. Each vendor has a little spot throughout the barn, with some of them in walled sections on the second floor, where they display their various items, and there is everything and anything among the selection--art prints, candles, coasters, clothing, games, dog toys, you name it. The place is a mecca for anything you might need gift-wise, and that part is great. The prices seemed to be a little steep, even for the area where Roost is located, but the homemade/small business aspect of them is enough to convince most people to take that leap. What isn't great about it is the level of service, or lack thereof, that I received. I first found out about this place because I drive past it every day on my way to work. I'd always see the parking lot at least half full, and I finally decided to stop in one day. I was very pleasantly surprised to find the big variety of items inside, and I made a decision to stop by in another few weeks when I had some birthdays coming up that I needed to buy presents for. Fast forward a few weeks, and I ended up grabbing over $150 worth of items off of the various shelves and racks--candles, bath bombs, small pieces of jewelry, and an art print. As the cashier, who identified herself as the owner to me, rang up my purchases, she asked if I wanted the more breakable items wrapped up in plastic wrap before they were placed in the bag. I thought that was awesome, and I said yes. Many of the pieces were made of either glass or ceramics, so I figured that would be the best course of action to get everything home okay. The piece I was most excited for was a small metallic cat-shaped jewelry dish, as I was going to use it as a birthday present along with earrings, and it was a little pricier than some of the other items. When I got home, I took everything out of the bags and unwrapped them, making sure I had all of the items, and my heart sank when I realized I was missing the jewelry dish. With my receipt in hand, I called Roost hoping to hear it was still there, waiting for me to pick it up, but got no response. No worry, I figured, I'll call back another time and leave a message. I waited another few hours and, after the phone wasn't answered again (something that I didn't find that unreasonable seeing as the owner looked to be alone that day), I left a message with my name, number, and what was missing. Fast forward three days, and I never got a phone call back. After calling one more time and still not getting anyone to answer the phone (at which point I started to wonder if the number was even correct despite it being listed on both Google and their Facebook page), I reached out to the owner via their Facebook page, which is very active--the owner posts on it almost every day from what I've seen, so I know it's looked at. In the message, I explained what happened, listing what I didn't have and the cost and said I could provide a receipt for it. I wait a few hours again and don't hear anything back, which I find strange. I go to see if the message was seen by the owner, and it has a read receipt on it, but she never responded. To this day, which is now 4 months later, she has still not responded, and I doubt I'll ever get that dish back. She charged me for an item I never got, and she chose to not follow back up with me when I reached out asking for the item or a refund. Even with a receipt, I couldn't get a response out of her. I never bothered going into the store to try to get an answer that way, as I didn't feel it was worth my time. When an owner sees and hears messages like that from a customer and doesn't take the time of day to even respond to them, it says a lot about what they think of the people they're selling items to. I, unfortunately, will never go to Roost again unless it's sold to new management one day, and I'd highly recommend that anyone who does go double checks their bag or bags before they leave the parking lot.

Absolutely amazing place to find gifts for all occasions. Very nice home decor and unique finds…read more Highly recommend a visit. Take your gal pals or even having a date day with the hubby. All of the stores are a great place to shop!

Always a fun adventure to shop at On & On! I rarely leave without something. I love the wide…read morevariety of treasures to be found - down handmade earrings to old photos to vintage glassware and so much more. The staff are always super friendly. I find the prices to be very reasonable.

This German Shepherd strolls into a bank and sits down at one of the service desks where Patricia…read moreBlack just got promoted to lending officer and was working her first day. The German Shepherd says he needs some money for home renovations, so the surprised new bank officer asks if he has any collateral. The canine offers up this antique artsy-fartsy thing saying it's worth a lot of money, he got it at On and On Milwaukee for much less than it's actually worth because the prices at this antique store are so reasonable. The lending officer is at a loss, this just wasn't covered in her extensive training so she excuses herself to see the bank manager for advice. She tells him "there's a German Shepherd who can talk who wants money for some renovation work, but all he has to secure it is this vintage thing I don't even know what it is, what should I do?" So the manager tells her, "It's a knick knack Patty Black, give the dog a loan." I'm sorry I don't actually know if they allow dogs in here, talking or not. They do sell all sorts of unusual art and antiques at very reasonable prices and it's right next to a wonderful wine bar and an excellent coffee shop.

Came to Eclicta this weekend with a friend who is very into crystals and beads and makes jewelry…read more Do not be fooled by the nondescript front of this building they have wall-to-wall inventory and staff is very friendly. From loose cabachon to tanazanite and everything in between, plus ready-made jewelry and estate sale pieces--it's all here. If you're into beads, crystals and handmade jewelry and in the city of Milwaukee you need to visit this store. For those of you who do make and sell jewelry, you can get a discount if you register your EIN with them. My friend got $500 worth of product for $250 with her EIN. Happy shopping!

If you're into jewelry making, there's no better place in Milwaukee to get your supplies. It's a…read moremuch larger store than it might appear from outside, plus they have crafting space as well. Offerings range from very reasonably priced seed beads to higher end stuff like Swarovski crystals and sterling silver. Pretty much everything in between is well represented - semi precious beads, strands, accent and focal beads and plenty of tools. I find the staff here is really helpful too - I was looking for a specific chain style and while they didn't stock it, they were able to guide me to plenty of alternates.

What a wonderful mall. There is so much to look at here, the downtown location is a wonderful way…read moreto spend the day. Shop downtown, eat at one of many interesting restaurants and enjoy sights and sounds the fox river that runs through downtown.

Glad I stopped! Found a beautiful vintage dress that I bought. It has 2 FLOORS of booths with a lot…read moreof variety. My boyfriend found unique pieces to add to his collections too. Worth the trip!

I love going to this places. Lot of homemade craft, jewelry, art and etc. neat place to shopread more

Great collection of knick-knacks. Surprised there haven't been more reviews on yelp. Large…read moreselection of decorative items. They also have jams and honey as well. Clothing here and there. All very nice. The staff is friendly and appear to be invested in making it a fun environment to casually stroll around in. Lots of different "stalls" which somehow manage to blend together wonderfully.

As a long time antique shop patron, one thing that I've come to appreciate about these shops is…read morewhen they have a "vision." Some sort of unifying theme to the entire place that gives you a sense of what goods you can find there and if the shop fits the aesthetic you're looking for. Farm Girl Antiques has a vision, and it's right there in the name. The shop is decidedly feminine and cutesy. They have lots of traditional, farmhouse style pieces, along with jewelry, clothes, and nature-themed artwork. The shop itself is sectioned off into these little "rooms" that make it feel less overwhelming to sort through everything. The staff is also very friendly and eager to help if you are looking for something specific. The prices are very reasonable, especially the artwork. If you are looking for vintage items to fit classic farmhouse, French farmhouse, or generally traditional style, this place is for you!

When it comes to curated antique stores, I always recommend Farm Girl. The shelves are stocked with…read moreall kinds of goodies- most vintage and antique although some vendors do sell other goods. Pricing varies from vendor to vendor but I'd say it's pretty fair. Would definitely recommend a stop if you're in the area!

Very cute shop, with a lot of unique finds. They used to have more antiques, but now mainly sell…read morelocal vendors. The items are very cute and different from what you might find elsewhere! Prices are fair. Check it out for some interesting finds!

Such an amazing mix of new and vintage. I can always find the perfect gifts! Would definitely…read morerecommend to anyone looking for unique items.

GoodLand Home & Goods is such a wonderful store. It's actually more than a store and is truly a gem…read morein the growing Downer Ave. shopping scene. I love that they offer such a diverse selection of unique items that can't be found at big box stores. From beautiful art pieces to cozy robes, delightful candles, and even sweet treats, there's something special waiting to be discovered at GoodLand. Our visit felt like a treasure hunt, and we found some perfect gifts for friends, family and for ourselves during our jaunt through the store. GoodLand has curated a fantastic collection of one-of-a-kind items. Their commitment to providing a personalized shopping experience is evident, and it makes a significant difference in the community having such a unique shopping experience at everyones fingertips.

Stopped in here before a movie at the Downer and I'm so glad I did! This place is adorable and I…read morelove everything they have to offer. This place is going to be on my list for shopping local for the holidays and just gift-giving, in general. At the moment, I didn't have anything specific in mind, but I did need a birthday card, so I bought a really cute one with a cupcake on it. The owner was super friendly and was there to help, if we needed it. Definitely check this place out for gifts and treats for yourself.