Lovely shop devoted to all things decor in the house. It also has some stationary and notecards…read moreand the cutest earrings you ever saw (bought a pair). The shop attendee was extremely helpful and I had the best little conversation with her. I've also bought recipe cards and lavender spray. Super modern and classic designed items here...

Good Things is a gem and always a must-stop for me when I'm bopping around White Bear Lake! Every…read moretime I pop in, I find something new--whether it's cookbooks, cards, puzzles, kitchen gadgets, jewelry, clothing....you name it. The selection here feels endless in the best way. Allow yourself some time because the store is pretty big. I especially love coming here when I need a gift or something Minnesota-based as they always have unique, MN-feeling items that hit the mark. It's the kind of boutique where you can happily wander and browse for A WHILE. I haven't had much interaction with staff beyond checkout, and I've noticed they don't typically come out onto the floor--at least not during my last couple of Thursday visits during Marketfest. That said, checkout has always been smooth. Highly recommend if you're in the area and love a good browse through a thoughtfully selected mix of finds! Also, highly suggest joining the rewards program and checking out the clearance section while you're here... there could be some great deals tucked away!

We stopped in to the Good Things store while visiting White Bear Lake on Monday morning. This is an…read moreamazing store! I would definitely call this a "must see" boutique. There are 3 parts to this store and you owe it to yourself to experience them all! I started in the style area, which is the clothing part of the store. This is an upscale women's apparel store, with habitat, Liverpool, Johnny Was, and many other upscale brands. All of it is beautifully curated and displayed. You will have fun browsing the racks. The sales associates were super helpful and knew exactly how to interact with people--making customers feel welcome, but not pressured to buy. Downstairs, there is an amazing sales area. Don't miss this gem! Bargains galore and beautiful things! I'm sure it changes regularly. Then stop at the cafe and have a coffee, pastry, or freshly baked cookie. All the treats look and smell delicious. The staff was very sweet and service was prompt. After that, continue shopping at the Good Things gift shop. This is a top notch gift shop the likes of which I rarely see. It is brimming with themed displays for almost every interest or occasion. If you can't find a gift here, you may never find it! Seriously. You can wander in this shop for an entire morning and still not see everything. I hope you stop by Good Things. It's a fabulous shop. Locally owned. Go there for your next gift.

Cute store with decorative items for the home. I bought…read moresome cute napkins and place mats.

Farmer's Daughter is a wonderful store you can't walk out of empty handed. It has home made items…read morefor your home. I started a Snowman theme for Christmas with darling handmade snowman. Have 20+ from the last 3 years. Always have great holiday decorations for all holidays. Highly recommend The Farmer's Daughter to everyone. While in White Bear, check out our quaint downtown too.

I've known Marianne for over 20 years since she started CocoBello Interiors. Most recently, I hired…read moreher to help us through a complete home remodel. We purchased our forever home on a lake, and she helped us see the vision even prior to purchasing. From there, she walked us through the total redesign (interior and exterior), making materials selections, design choices and communicating with vendors. Her expertise and guidance throughout the entire project has been priceless. She is very well respected in her trade and every contractor, vendor, and showroom that I work with has nothing but wonderful things to say about her. I would highly recommend Marianne for your next design project, large or small!

We have worked with Marianne of CocoBello Interiors twice now: first with a main bathroom remodel…read moreabout 9 years ago and now with updating our main level flooring, lighting, kitchen hardware and paint palette. Both experiences were great. She listened to our functional and style needs and preferences, honored our budget and timeline, gave us many options, and helped us see the potential for what our home could be. She is patient, explains things well, recommended professionals to do the work, and has a great sense of humor. I would definitely work with her again in the future.

Convenient location close to Maplewood Mall. It was kind of gross to see the garbage's outside had…read morenot been emptied in possibly weeks. It was 10am when I took the photo so unless Monday nights are crazy here, it has been days since someone attended to this. It's an average Hobby Lobby.

Great craft store. Hobby Lobby carries awesome decor. I usually go to Joanns and Michael's for my…read morecrafting needs. Hobby Lobby is my go to for home decor and seasonal decorations. It's August but yes, they already put up their Christmas displays which is the most exciting part. I can always rely on hobby lobby for home decors. The staff are always kind and helpful.

I try to stop by here every few weeks just to see if there is anything I cannot live without. Most…read moreof the merchandise is obtained from estate sales and typically name brands that you would recognize. Most of the furniture is a but more formal and dated in style but it depends on what you are looking for. The prices are a tad on the higher side than some other thrifty consignment stores I have been to for the same exact piece of furniture. One persons junk is another's treasure.

I had never been in this store before and I always like to support local small businesses so I…read morethought I'd stop in and check it out. I was looking for some living room furniture, I didn't mind if it was gently used, I just wanted something that was in good shape for a fair price. When you shop at a consignment shop you expect to find reasonable prices but that's not the case here. I was surprised to see that the majority of the furniture is pretty expensive, especially for used furniture, so don't expect to get any deals here. Her prices are not much different than what you could find elsewhere except that you'd likely find better quality new furniture for the same or similar price. And in some cases for a little less. I didn't really shop around as much as I should have and that was my mistake. The shop owner was not very warm or friendly. That should have been my first indication to turn around and leave but I thought maybe she was just having an off day or something so I just continued browsing. I noticed a matching love seat and sofa set in the back of the store. They appeared to be in good shape and I liked the color and style so I asked the shop owner what the price was for the set. She quoted me just a little under a thousand for both. That should have been my second indication to leave, and yet for some foolish reason that I will never understand, I didn't. But I will readily admit that this was kind of an impulse buy for me. I had recently dealt with the loss of my husband and decided to treat myself to something new (to me) and different because I just needed a change. I completely fault myself for not taking a closer look at the quality of the furniture, or lack there of. The shop owner told me they were priced just a little above what she paid for them so I didn't want to start haggling, although in hind sight now I wish I would have because the furniture isn't worth anywhere near what I paid for it, but at the time I wanted to be fair because I figured she had to make a living too, right? *sigh* I came back the following day and purchased the furniture. It wasn't long before I realized I had made a huge mistake and wasted my time and money. The furniture is very cheaply made. The fabric snags easily and puckers, the back cushions are lumpy and the seat cushions slide around constantly. All of which is hard to see or notice when it hasn't seen much use and you only get to sit on it for ten minutes in a store. I take good care of my things so I was expecting to be able to enjoy the furniture for years to come but I quickly realized that's not going to be the case this time. I am so disappointed. Unfortunately I can't afford to replace it right now so I'm stuck with it for a while and I just hope that it will last for at least a few years while I save some money to buy something of better quality. Overall I think she does have some nice items if you are just looking for home decor but if you are shopping for an expensive big ticket item I'd advise you to think twice, do your homework, take the time to look very closely at what you are buying and most importantly make sure you are getting what you are paying for. If I'm going to spend that kind of money the next time I buy furniture I will be sure to shop at a reputable furniture store and buy new. At least they usually have some kind of return policy if you aren't happy with your purchase. Lesson learned. Buyer beware.

So darling! What a cute and newer (since 11/23) home decor store to shop in the downtown Lake Elmo…read morearea. They have their own parking lot consisting of 4 spots on the side of the building. They greeted me as I walked into the store. Yay! Lots of fun, cute and unique items for the home, as gifts, etc. I absolutely fell in love with a Musee Candle - the apple and Prosecco candle and in my fav color yellow. They also have lots of seasonal items like July 4th items, etc. Will definitely be back to check out more cute decor in the next couple of months.

From the owner: At My Empty Nest, we believe home should be your favorite place to be. Our boutique is filled with…read morethoughtfully curated home décor, meaningful gifts, seasonal treasures, and unique finds designed to bring joy to everyday life. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, refreshing your home, or simply looking for a little inspiration, you’ll find a welcoming space where every item has been chosen with love. From cozy touches and beautiful accents to heartfelt gifts for every occasion, My Empty Nest is a place where friends gather, memories are celebrated, and happiness is always in season.