One of the listed places to shop at for stationery and is a partner store for the Traveler's…read moreFactory brand. Cool little shop with awesome marketing presence online. Street or parking structures nearby and walkable to many restaurants and shops. Such an added plus to historic Old Town Alexandria. The shop isn't that big and during the time of my visit it was super tight trying to get around the store. Unfortunately they were out of the mini Travelers notebook 20th anniversary edition. It's not a full stock of TN products so lower your expectations. Nonetheless, a quaint store I'll be checking out whenever I'm in the DMV region.

Such a cute and well-curated store! So happy they have an Inciardi mini print vending machine…read more Parking on a weekday afternoon was easy and the area is super cute. The employees are all very nice and helpful. Highly recommend to fellow stationery loves and Inciardi mini print collectors!

Such a cute store with so many items from plushies, to make up products, to hair accessories, to…read moreanime characters to literally everything and anything you can think of. It can be pricy but I just love walking in and seeing all their merchandise !!

Took a friend of mine to Lil' Thingamajigs recently because they have so many cute knick-knacks,…read moreand since her daughter loves Hello Kitty, I thought it would be the perfect place to find something she'd like. To my surprise, when we walked in, there were no customers--just the cashier (the owner's wife). My friend and I started browsing the jewelry section and found a few cute pieces, but we noticed the cashier hovering nearby, which felt suspicious. It genuinely seemed like she was watching us to make sure we were "only looking," and it gave the impression she thought we might take something. It was extremely uncomfortable and made it hard to shop in peace. The whole experience changed how I feel about the store. I wouldn't shop there again, nor would I recommend it. The prices are also on the higher side.

** 8'26'2023 ** This…read moreplace was the ultimate gift shop. It has gifts galore!! Nice gifts from leather goods, candles, soaps, jewelry, books, stationary, kids clothing, greeting cards, etc. The establishment is a great size, and the customer service is on point. I love these types of stores that have all VA inspired items. Supporting small businesses like this one makes a difference. I loved both of my purchases and can't wait to return back to support even more.

If you have never visited Occoquan, VA, you really should. It's a beautiful little town and has…read moredining options right on the riverfront. We were visiting Occoquan on a Monday and just happened to venture into this store and we're glad we did! My wife and I are expecting our first child and Gift and Gather had a really cute selection of onesies, bibs, small dolls, etc. When we entered the store, we were quickly greeted and welcomed into the store. Parking was easy and they had street parking right out front. Aside from cute baby stuff, they also had handmade/locally sourced soaps, gifts, shirts, etc. They had some items featuring dogs and things like that. They had a selection of fine tea and also really nice shaving/razor sets for men. Some really great gift ideas. As we finished up our visit and checked out the lady made some nice lunch suggestions, other stores she liked, and events coming up in Occoquan. She also did a really nice job of wrapping our purchase and tissue paper and a nice bag --a huge plus if you're shopping for a gift. We will definitely visit Gift & Gather next time we're in Occoquan! I added some photos (note they are from the business's Facebook page).

Since my child has been home from college, she's been dragging me to every comic and anime shop she…read morecan find -- and this one was such a cute surprise! The store is filled with anime figurines, kawaii items, K-pop merch, stationery, and so many adorable finds. She picked out a super cute hat with ears that actually move, which was a huge hit. Everyone working there was very nice and helpful, and the shop itself was clean, bright, and well organized. I'd absolutely recommend this spot to anyone who loves anime, kawaii culture, or just really cute things. We'll definitely be back!

The best thing about being a Hello Kitty adult is raising little Hello Kitty lovers as well!…read more Both of my daughters have recently discovered their love for Sanrio which means, bye bye cash money! I recently took them to this shop to choose a treat and used it as a bargaining tool to get Korean bbq afterwards. We spent .. a LOT ... of time checking out every single aisle, and examining every single item so they could each choose a treat. My three-year old chose a little plastic pink bunny that holds (great quality) hair ties. My seven-year old chose My Melody washi tape. If I had no self control, I would have picked every single one of their pens, a Cinnamaroll claw clip, BTS pillow, and ALL the stickers. Luckily I looked at all the prices and stopped myself -- you can get a lot of the same things at Miniso for a better price these days. This is truly the place to get a hit of dopamine.

Cute little store with so many small knick knacks available. We joined them for an open house and…read morethey were kind enough to have a nice charcuterie board out. Tons of cool stuff available. If you want to pick up a gift, this is definitely a good spot to check out

Such a cute shop! I wandered in here on a whim, and it just so happened to be the grand reopening…read morewith new owners. They had a beautiful display of macaroons, madelines, crackers and a charcuterie board-- for everyone to enjoy. I had alot of fun looking at the cute gifts throughout the shop.

Jenni Bick has been on my "must visit" list for quite awhile, so I was more than thrilled to stop…read moreby on my recent trip to DC for a Yelp event! I got there right as they opened, and literally spent an hour just slowly wandering through the beauty of all the journals, cards, notebooks, notepads, stickers, pens, paper, and general amazingness. If you're a planner (or pen) junkie, there's literally something for everyone here, and I found their prices to be varied enough that there was something for every budget. Did I need another set of pens, a new sticker, and a purse-sized notepad? Probably not! Did I buy some anyway. Absolutely! Bonus points that they also sell local postcards *and* stamps, so I was able to write a little note to friends and family back home on a DC-themed postcard. This spot will 100% be on my "visit again" list - because really, can you ever have enough journal supplies?!

On a whim I just wandered to the store and had the most transformational stationary shopping…read moreexperience ever! Ye helps me to identify the most beautiful journal, along with pens and other accoutrements. On every visit the staff has been accommodating and friendly. Stop in if you can.

Super cute book store that also offers a good cup of coffee to drink while reading your book! I…read morelove the antique witchy vibe of the place. As someone who is always on the lookout for witchy things, I loved spending time in the corner where they had a quaint apothecary, as well as a good amount of witchcraft books. I got a few spell oils and incense!

Old Fox Books is one of those low-key spots you almost don't want to tell people about because it's…read morethat good. Great place to grab a coffee, flip through some books, and just hang out for a bit. It's got a relaxed vibe. If you've got kids, it's an easy win; there's a small reading area inside and a patio with this cool little wooden playhouse that kept mine busy for a while. We ended up staying way longer than planned just chilling. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I want something easy and laid-back.

Oh how cute and fun this place is. I loved how spacious it…read morewas for a gift store. You could walk around even while they were busy and not feel like you were going to knock everything over. I have never seen so many beautiful wrapping paper options to make all of your gifts extra special. The gifts and goods were endless and unique. I loved the journal and pen section. It was so pretty how they had them curated by color. I picked up a few things for a Holiday Gag Gift Party but could have done some major shopping if I wasn't traveling from out of town. I thought prices were great. Very reasonable. The staff were super nice and the store was beautiful. I will most definitely go back on my next trip. Check them out if you need something extra cute.

Cute store with beautiful papers and stationary. I'd hoped for more fountain pen and ink selection,…read morebut I left with items I couldn't live without regardless. Prices were reasonable.

I'm always on a hunt for postcards & despite them becoming harder & harder to find, this beautiful…read morestore had a wonderful array of postcards, stationary, & cute gifts. The staff here were incredibly friendly & I left with a dozen of postcards!

Steadfast Supply showcases the artistic talent and entrepreneurial spirit of DC residents. The…read morestore curates a collection of gifts that truly represent Washington with some extra fun lifestyle and craft items. I made sure to visit every corner of the store to make sure I did not miss a thing. It's a wonderful spot to browse while you're in the neighborhood and to take a workshop. Virginia led a group of us through a plant and pot decorating class right in the store. For my first Steadfast event, this was well organized and we were well cared for by our host! It was a rare moment of art therapy for me. There were no rules except to paint. At the end, we got holy basil seeds and soil to complete the project. I can't wait to see it grow along with my other plants.

Artisans is a fantastic place to shop for the women in your life, especially moms, aunts, grandmas…read moreand teachers. Yes, they have gifts for men too, but it's mostly an afterthought. Great selection of Vera Bradley, Scout, and Spartina bags, Maryland-themed items, housewares, and unique jewelry at lots of price points. Friendly staff are always available to give suggestions, and hands down the best thing ever - free gift wrap when you purchase full price items! (Sale items can also be wrapped for a nominal fee.) It's a store that contains all the cutest items that you don't need, but that you definitely want to take home. Whenever I get a gift that's wrapped by Artisans, I know there's something fun inside!

This gift store has something for everyone on your gift list. There is a whole Maryland section…read morewith products showcasing the state of Maryland. There is also a section of gifts created by artists that reside in Maryland. I fell in love with the beach candle. It really smells like the beach. There is a children's section with both toys and clothes. They had some really cute toys. And, there was a section devoted to people who love pasta. They also had jewelry and clothing for women too. I was warmly greeted when I walked in the door. I really liked their selection of gifts. So, much so that I joined their mailing list. Prices are a bit higher, but you are paying for the unique items and the one of a kind gifts. Thanks Amy for sharing your thoughts on gifts and the selection. It was a pleasure meeting you. I will definitely be back to see you soon.