It is always a pleasure to visit Local Only Gifts & Goods! They keep this delightful shop of…read morelocally made goods and edibles fully stocked with new items available throughout the year. This visit, I discovered that they carried Divine Purity Incense and ventured to try Cocoa Amber. The Divine Purity brand lip balm has always been a favorite of mine so I knew the scent of the incense would most likely be top quality as well. The scent of the incense was perfect from start to finish. I liked the incense so much that I went back and bought several more scents to try. Can't wait to visit again and see what new items have arrived. Service: The staff are always upbeat and pleasant. They are knowledgeable about every item stocked in the shop and always glad to answer any questions you may have. Value: Prices a relative to most shops selling locally made goods. Though value is similar to other shops...I'm not sure you can beat the experience or people. Tip: To smell the scent of the incense so you find the perfect scents for you, simply tip the closed container upside down and sniff the bottom of the container where excess oils have gathered.

Absolutely some of the friendliest people I've ever met work here! Me and my boyfriend bought a…read morecute postcard for a scrap book, and the staff was so nice the whole time we shopped. Good selection of gifts and other items, and the prices aren't bad either!

I went to the pottery place with my kids and my two good friends and their kids. It was a Sunday,…read morethere were 10 of us, and the pottery place was very busy. They don't accept reservations, but their website claims they can seat 70, so we figured they could handle us. We even stated that we would prefer to be broken up into two tables, as this seemed more manageable for everyone. The manager said OK , and that we would be put on the waitlist. We waited patiently, browsing the selection and chatting amongst ourselves, trying to stay out of the way. When it was our turn to be seated, we were ushered to an eight person table. I addressed my concerns that there wouldn't be enough room for all 10 of us, and reiterated we were told we'd have two tables. They refused to honor that agreement. The extra seats that were pulled up for us did not fit the height of the table and I wasn't able to fit my legs underneath. I decided since I did not have proper accommodations, I would not purchase a piece to paint. I was really looking forward to painting something to give as a birthday present, and had planned on spending a good amount of money!! (I paid over $60 for my children to paint a mug and a 3 inch gnome.) We noticed that two tables remained available on either side of us for a while. We politely asked if we could use one of them and we were told no they were reserved. Nobody ever sat at one of them, and at no point for the remainder of our time there were there any less than two available tables in the room, just sitting there empty. I was upset by this experience. I was not friendly when settling up and paying at the end because I believed I was being treated poorly. I don't have to make eye contact and smile, and certainly couldn't find it in me to do so. I wrote a Yelp and a Google review when I got home. The following day I received a phone call from that same manager. She got my phone number off of my pick up information that I provided at the shop and called me at home, unsolicited. She gaslit me, made false accusations, and was defensive and argumentative. I certainly didn't write a review as an invitation for her to call and harass me. I wrote a review to alert other potential customers about a problem that was unresolved by the management of this business. They had the ability to accommodate us and went out of their way not to. We expressed that we were not satisfied, and they refused to make any effort. When I expressed my experience in my reviews, they contacted me to argue about it. Though I wish I had never been to the pottery place, I know there are plenty of other places I enjoy going, where I am treated well.

LOVED this experience SO much!! Walking in the door can seem a bit overwhelming but the girls at…read morethe counter greeted us immediately and were very helpful with pottery choices. Ally walked us through the pottery and painting techniques and it was just a few minutes waiting on a table. The place was buzzing and there were so many talented people there... you could seriously be mesmerized just watching them paint! Back to pottery... choices for every person and every budget. Paint colors and brushes galore. It was intense watching our table full of family with a birthday celebration creating their unique pottery. I can't wait to see the finished result in a week! Thanks much and we'll definitely be back! A++++

We have been several times and love it. I have a ln autistic little one who loves to cook and help…read morein the kitchen. This has been a god sent! It is giving her the opportunity to interact with others as well as doing something she loves to do. The cake topper of it all is it is Christian based which makes it one of our go to activities. We always look forward to our next adventure in cooking with them.

We had an absolute amazing time! So much fun!!!! Jeff and his team make it so fun and memorable…read more The food we made tasted amazing! It was such fun we are planning to do at least one a month! We had an absolute amazing time! So much fun!!!! Jeff and his team make it so fun and memorable. The food we made tasted amazing! It was such fun we are planning to do at least one a month!

For some reason, when I searched "Shadowbox" on Yelp, all that came up was "Shadow Box Paperie"…read more(reviews a couple years old) at an incorrect address with no website listing. So . . . let's correct that! This darling little store is inside Warehouse Row on the "main" level. It looks like a little jewel box and if you love paper like me, you need to stop by sometime. There are lots of cute little boxed notes from all the nice-stationery-place brands, list pads and calendars (lots that would make great little gifts for stockings, baby or wedding showers, just because or just for you!), and if you need custom invitations - engraved, printed, or letter press- there are books and books to peruse. For a tiny little store, they have an impressive selection of all these pretty papers!

A BIG fan of Shadowbox Paperie! This shop caters to people who value the impact of a handwritten…read more"thank you" note, as opposed to having it written for you. The Louis Sherry chocolates are scrumptious - a tin full of chocolates that are actually BETTER than the lovely, colorful tin in which they are packaged. HIGHLY RECOMMEND engaging the services of Robyn Grant, the in-house calligraphist, whose talents with a pen upgrades ANY card, gift, or invitations of any kind where you're hoping to make a positive, lasting impression! And looking for something "special"? Proprietor, Mariah Shadow Mayfield is always available to assist with the offer of her first-class consultation services. Highly recommend. Repeat customer.

This shop was really unique .... in a good way!…read more Really impressed with the selection they had on hand. Unique stuff, that you aren't going to find at other stores (musical instruments - we had never seen before, nick knacks for decorating for a large variety of interest types), just all in all some really cool stuff. Tons of wax melts and candles if you are into those types of things. Wax melts had a bunch of scents I had never seen anywhere else before. Prices throughout the store seemed to be fair and the staff were all really friendly and helpful. We actually ended up getting a bunch of Christmas presents, so thanks Bleu River for that. If you're in the area, this place would be worth taking a few minutes to check out.

From the owner: Bleu River transforms shopping into an experience to remember! Visitors can sample 109 scents at…read moreour mix n’ match wax melt bar. Our Spice Bar is your opportunity to taste flavors from around the world. The fantastic selection of unique gift items includes hand crafted rustic home decor, ultra glam, hand poured candles, local artwork, homemade jams, hand crafted knives, kitchen items, and so much more!

Artist supply stores were part of my childhood since my father was an artist and University Art…read moreProfessor at UTC for over 30 years. He used to go to Art Creations sometimes so I thought I'd stop in while doing my weekly stroll through the neighborhood. I was pleasantly surprised that the store wasn't freezing on this cold winter day. The store is on the smaller side but not tiny. I briefly mentioned to the manager working why I stopped in and he replied that he had my Dad as a professor. A reoccurring response that brings me extra joy in my hometown. Art Creations is a well supplied store of artist supplies for drawing, painting, etching, and other visual artist mediums. Each section of the walls is lined with colorful, reliable, and unique options. Each store section is clearly labeled. Besides different types of paints, inks, and brushes, they have different types and sizes of canvas as well as handmade papers. They also have really cool pens, journals, and blank card sets. The staff are friendly and willing to answer any questions. I was curious what artist created the blank card sets I was looking at. This store supports any creative mind's interests.

What a fantastic shop! Very wide selection of everything from children's crafts to POSCA paint…read morepens, art, Painting, and crafting supplies, and then every single type of pen, pencil marker and doodle tool, that you can possibly imagine! Super exciting to just walk in the door and be greeted by such an array of colors and variety! I purchased seven pens for my journaling supplies, and could not be more delighted. I have never seen these .25 gel pens (non-felt tips) ever in my life, and I am in love!

Such a beautiful place! The Bluff View Art District is located in a historic neighborhood of…read moreChattanooga, TN, and is noted to be dedicated to the horticultural, visual, and culinary arts. We loved seeing the beautiful architecture of the older buildings, some of which had an old European feel. The old Bluff View Bakery building looked like something magical you may have seen cross the screen of a Harry Potter film. This district was a lovely way to spend an afternoon strolling around the downtown area with our small dog. It has restaurants, cafes, mezzanines, patios, beautiful winding paths, and views of the Tennessee River. This is a more relaxed area of downtown Chattanooga for sure. Depending on when you visit, parking can be limited and difficult to find. Free parking is offered for customers and can be found throughout the district on High St., East Second St. and Spring St. Parking is also available in the middle of the district between Rembrandt's Coffee House and Tony's Pasta Shop. Additional parking can be found at the southern end of the district behind the Bluff View Bakery. In all, visit the Bluff View Art District - you won't regret it!

Wonderful view and vibe. Landscape is beautiful and kept tidy, and there is a well-lit path for…read morelate evening/early morning strolls. 5/5 recommend