From the second I stepped inside, I was greeted with a beautiful tableau and enveloped with a warm,…read moreinviting vibe. I was greeted just as warmly by Deb, the shop owner, who chatted with me as I browsed. She's got the level of attentiveness just right-- she's lovely and engaging, anticipating customer needs (like offering the fitting room, if you're looking to try on their cute selection of vintage clothing) while also giving you room to explore the gorgeously-curated boutique. There are quirky, fun details to be found in every corner. I've learned pretty much everything you see is fair game! Even antique pieces I was sure were display only, like vintage thermoses and framed art. All affordably priced. Stationery, slim beeswax tapers, canvas pouches, unique kitchen/home goods, retro posters, knicknacks, vintage accessories, and so much more. I'll be adding photos, since words can't convey the array of awesome to be found here. Even better is it's pet friendly! Bring your furry friends. I know I'm going to visit as often as I can to make up for not discovering this Ithaca gem sooner! What makes the vibe immaculate is the shop staff, especially the owner! They have been just sincerely kind, generous, and lovely people. They have a basket of free water bottles to keep visitors hydrated. This is a new local hospitality bar set! If you drop by, tell them E sent ya.

Wonderful to work with online. My order arrived well packed and quickly. So many cute items online!!read more

A fun place to visit and shop. You'll find whatever eccentricity you're into, from vintage records…read moreto knick-knacks to home furnishings and fashion. I like how the vendors take pride in their merchandise and displays. It's also very friendly. The only thing that is problematic is the parking lot - where you'll also discover any size and shape pothole.

lots of interesting used items in 10000 categories well worth a look…read morenice hippy vibe good parking

One of my favorite shops in Ithica! First, the plants were so well-taken care of that at first I…read morethought they were fake. There is so much beyond plants here, dried flowers, gifts, random decor, some kitchen stuff, and everything is absolutely adorable. They maximized the store in the most perfect way and it was joy to browse through.

I'm almost never on The Commons anymore, but I had a gift certificate for this store that I needed…read moreto use... so when I was able to get out of work a little early one day recently, I decided to stop for my first visit to Home Green Home. And what a delight it was! It's a really lovely and welcoming shop with plenty of plants, books, meditation or yoga supplies, bedding, prints, and more. With a focus on eco-friendly products, the prices aren't necessarily for the budget conscious, but you can rest assured that the quality is there. The staff here are happy to help, but also let you wander the store without being overly pushy or hovering. I got into a conversation with one of them regarding some of the plants they had available - and she was quite excited to show me a new plant that she had just learned about. I ended up buying a couple plants (among other items), as I had managed to find a cebu blue pothos tucked away upstairs, as well as a white princess philodendron on display downstairs... both of which had been on my plant wishlist for a while. TL;DR. It's probably a good thing that I'm not on The Commons often, because it'd be very easy for me to spend way too much money here (especially on the bedding items, as I'm a sucker for comfy blankets and all that). That said, I'm definitely adding Home Green Home to my list of favorite Ithaca shops. Highly recommend it!

This place was a little more high end than I had thought it would be at first glance. It's a great…read moreplace to get good quality goods, instead of a souvenir/browsing kind of store. There is pottery, blown glass, carved wood, and many more handmade items. It's great that many artists fill this space and their stories are shown through their info cards by their work.

This was my favorite place to shop in Ithaca. Good amount of street parking in the area, and the…read morestaff members are friendly. It's similarly sized to other college town artist co-ops that I've encountered, but their inventory has some of the best variety of mixed media I've seen, at an appreciably high standard. Jewelry/accessories, apparel, pottery/glassware, wood carvings, prints/paintings, wreaths, and more home decor of all materials and dimensions. We found the perfect souvenirs to commemorate a group hike we did during our trip, after discussing the merits amongst ourselves between three artists who depicted the same trail in their own approaches: linograph vs photograph vs watercolor. We also purchased some crocheted plushies and a magnet, and my better half talked me out of a piece of enhanced folded book art. To respect the no photography policy of many of the artists, I'll just note that the website's artist portfolio just represents a drop in the bucket of what you'll find. We'll definitely stop in again for more unique wares whenever we pass through the area.

Mimi's Attic is the premiere place to find one-of-a-kind items that add charm & style to your home…read moreat reasonable prices. A new store every time you shop, Mimi also posts updates on instagram, so you can keep up-to-date on what's in house even when you don't have time to pop in... which you'll want to do whenever you can! Our family lost our house to a fire, so we are "frequent fliers." Most of the furniture that we now have was purchased at Mimi's. The pieces we bought all have some small story behind them which we enjoy. Mimi's has been a godsend for us. Mimi's is conveniently located in downtown Ithaca, the staff is friendly & helpful, prices are reasonable and there's always something fun and funky to marvel at even if you don't take it home with you. There are a few prime meter-free spots, but bring some change with you in case you need to park on the street. The staff has tape measures handy, but if you're looking to fill a space at home remember to give it a quick measure to ease your shopping. Mimi's, at times, can be jam-packed full of good things and navigation can be tricky if you have mobility issues. Well worth checking out again and again in person and online!

Nice antique store in downtown Ithaca. I often find something special on each visit…read more Has some furniture pieces unlike some of the other small crowded stores in town.

This place is wonderful. The store itself is super tiny, but packed with lots of great stuff. Great…read moreplace to buy silver jewelry and scarves. The prices are much less expensive than you'd pay elsewhere, and just fun to be in.

This has become a must-visit spot for me when in Ithaca. You just never know what kind of weird or…read morewonderful thing you might find. As someone who owns a 110-year-old house, there are always little things I'm on the hunt for--from doorknob parts, to wood trim pieces, to light fixtures. My husband is a woodworker, so he also likes exploring the offerings for elements to incorporate in his designs. From salvaged lumber to old cabinet hardware, there's almost no end to the creative potential! On the upper floors, it's always fun to explore the furniture and fixtures (even though we rarely have room in the car to bring anything home to Buffalo). If you love old homes or old thing in general, you'll have a great time and probably make some surprising finds!

A real gem in Ithaca. In addition to doing the important work of salvage, Sara and her team know…read morehow to talk about architecture and building in ways that you won't find elsewhere. You will always find amazing things here. It is fun to just go look at things: kind of like a history lesson. I ahve found furniture, tiles, lamps, dishes, building materials and cabinets here. I have gotten cool tools. Just an amazing business not to be missed. If we ever get out of COVID times, plan a trip there to look around and be sure you go to ALL FOUR FLOORS!

This Urban outfitters is small, but has great clothes and books, sunglasses and sometimes shoes…read more Great for casual but fashionable clothes. They play great music here too.

Urban Outfitters has been upping their makeup/beauty products lately. They have really nice…read moreperfumes, face sprays/mists and palettes. I liked this Urban Outfitters because of their back window that looks out onto the canal walkway. It's a very pretty location. There's only street parking. Their sale section wasn't the largest I've seen at a UO. I liked that sold Cable Buddies iPhone-lightning charger covers and rubber banana pencil bags. I got a cropped linen blouse here on sale for $24 (super expensive still for what it was). I like that UO is a great place to buy gifts. They have beauty products, clothes for men/women, house stuff, and books. They have a lot of self-reflection journal style books. The worker here wore a cropped top that showed her midriff. I'm not surprised that workers can do that here at UO but it was definitely the 1st time I've seen it.

Nice unique gifts. Bought a gift for our family with finger lakes in it...they loved it.read more

I met with Joseph on Saturday as we toured his amazing shop and discussed possibilities for a…read morespecial Valentine's gift for my boyfriend. With COVID and the uncertainties of our future I've decided it's important to make the most of every holiday and special occasion. The next one upcoming is Valentine's say. I'm seeking a special piece of glass art. I've seen a couple of items I'm interested and Joseph and is store have been a great sounding board who is full of knowledge as I determine my next steps and investment. Love his unique boutique filled with wonderful gifts. While I do my research on what makes sense for me he's been busy contacting artists to get an idea as to their latest inventory and shipping date. More soon! In the meantime I'm going to continue to explore, conduct research and learn about what's available locally.

Cute little gift shop with local Ithaca merch. I picked up a magnet, and they also had prints,…read moreshirts, postcards, and other fun items. One unique feature is the upstairs printmaking area where you can choose a plain shirt from a big selection and a design, and they'll stamp it for you. Very cute, artsy, and a bit hip.

Sunny Days truly captures the spirit of Ithaca, just like I've seen mentioned in other reviews. The…read morestore is absolutely adorable, and I love that they have an upstairs and an additional section selling Ithaca-based merch. I visit every so often when I'm in town simply because of how cute it is. I was happy to see they sell some local products, like a hot sauce I previously found at the Ithaca Farmer's Market. Their book selection is also charming - I spotted a bathroom check-in book for guests to fill out, which I thought was such a fun idea. If you're visiting Ithaca and looking for local or homemade goods, Sunny Days is definitely the place to check out! :)