I came to Taste of Kentucky to buy postcards. There are very few places locally that sell them so…read morethis has been my go to location. I'll be factual that each postcard , the standard 4" x 6" size, cost $1. There is no discount for larger purchases and to be frank I never questioned it in the past . I would just pick out a dozen cards and pay the price. I roamed the store for cute KY items I could enclose in some greeting cards and decided everything was a little over priced or didn't suit my fancy. I left thinking I would recommend this store to out of town guests that wanted Kentucky memorabilia. After leaving Taste of Kentucky I went next door to the Hallmark Store to pick up some greeting cards. Upon check out to buy my chosen cards I asked if they had any postcards. They accommodated me immediately by bringing a stack to the front counter. There were many of the same postcards but a few different choices. Since I was standing at the cash register I asked how much their postcards were. Most were 30 cents and the highest price one was 79 cents. I stocked up with an additional 18 cards. Sorry Taste of Kentucky you have lost me and my recommendation to others as the place to buy postcards. Even when I'm at a tourist location on the Atlantic coast beaches or in San Francisco, CA postcards standardly are far less expensive than Taste of Kentucky prices. You need to rethink your price or lose customers.

I loved this place. This place had me feeling extra grateful to be a local. Especially surrounding…read moreThe Kentucky Derby. They had things from ornaments, kitchen items, memorabilia, T-shirts, jewelry, candles, & all the Kentucky Proud you can think of. The place was clean & the customer service was great. They walked around answering any questions & handing out baskets. Just incase ;) 10/10 recommend. Oh & a personal plus for me was I purchased a GOLD PEGASUS PIN! WhoO HoO LoL

My husband and I had a nice visit during Black Friday. The shop is geared toward women, from…read morejewelry to clothing and home decor. The shop offers several items that you don't need but will want - and is great for picking up a gift. Price points will vary so I believe you have a good chance of keeping within budget. Prickly Pear is locally owned. The team is welcoming and upbeat, and I appreciated my gift was beautifully bagged for Christmas.

The sandwiches was subpar and could use more love. Hopefully it was a one off!…read more I will go back again.

My SIL gave me a gift card for The Urban Market and while running errands I enjoyed a leisurely…read morestroll through the store. I think I looked at everything twice! I'd describe this store as a boutique catering to women with clothing, jewelry and home decor; however, they do offer children's items and a small area with men's personal items. I was excited to see various Duke Cannon soaps. My husband loves this brand and I grabbed one to save for Father's Day. Another area made for anyone is the kitchen area with decor and food items, including hot jellies and seasonings. For me I picked up a small jar of honey to go with cheese and crackers. I also snagged a glass marked "The Good Shit" which I'm keeping for my best friend. He'll appreciate the humor and having his special glass during happy hour. I experienced friendly service and watched others get the same. I shared my email and phone number for specials and promotions. I loved that they offer gift wrapping, regardless of the items size or price. I'd picked out 3 small gifts and that look nicely put together. This is a great perk!

The urban market is a nice store that I visited while I was in the area. I was looking for a…read moreshopping gift for my wife and I came across a really nice shoes for her

Chick A D's...definitely not a fun place to shop for me. I entered early with no other customers…read morein sight. I had a specific brand that I was eager to buy. The unenthusiastic shop person led me to the location and pretty much ignored me. After making my selection, I scouted around the shop totally ignored by the two shop ladies even though I made several attempts to engage them by offering compliments on the variety and selection of items. After purchasing over 100$ worth of items, they proceeded to wrap them talking to each other and acting as if I wasn't a customer standing across the desk. Really , I can't remember the last time I've been treated so rudely. I could have gone on line and purchased the very same items but chose to support a local shop instead. I'll think twice before entering this store again. I deserve better.

When you need a unique and perfect gift, this is the place to find it! So many unusual wedding,…read moreseasonal, baby and home decor items. These are not the 'made in China' items found in many gift stores, these are truly wonderful items. The prices are reasonable for the quality items too. The staff are very personable and willing to help you find a special item. I love stopping in this special shop! There is plenty of parking in front of, and behind the shop. You should definitely check it out!

So love painting with Annie Sloan chalk paints and waxes. Really takes no special skills, Just a…read morevision. You can't mess it up. Seriously Watch some videos and you'll see

This spot opened early 2018 in the Middletown shops Livery Stable and is open Tues-Sat from 11a-4p…read more It's super cozy when you walk in and carries farmhouse decor throughout. It strikes a good balance of having plenty to look at, but not becoming overwhelming. The items for Thanksgiving and Christmas were nicely included in the shop's current offerings and matched the rest of the decor perfectly. It sounds simple but I think stores that can do this really understand who they are, and have an eye to make it happen. In the back of the store is a small workshop. They will soon be decorating trays, teaching how to apply transfers and stamping holiday bags. If you enjoy these opportunities for creativity, follow their social media pages for updates. The coolest item that caught our eye was a vinyl rug. You can select from a variety of designs and it's easy to mop clean. We're intrigued - it would be great for our foyer where muddy shoes come through.

My mom got into a painting kick during covid19, so she discovered Chelle Belle's and has loved it…read moreever since. For something to do on Easter Sunday besides twiddle our thumbs in quarantine, she gifted us some painting kits from here. It was such a great time!! I'm not an artist by any means, but I enjoy painting. I'm not too great at it on my own, but thankfully these kits were easy to use and came with all of the colors you need. Not to mention, there are so many different designs to choose from! I picked out a sunflower and my fiance got the American flag mason jar. It made us feel so productive, and now we have a couple cute things to hang on our door! Normally they do painting sessions, which I would love to check out someday. If you're in need of a place to find a cool gift, or just something fun to do on your own, Chelle Belle's is a great option.

Great place for the best in decor for the holidays or any day! Their painting is far superior to…read moreany others. I have loved them for years!

This shop is amazing for garden and outdoor lovers - and that doesn't mean you have to have a green…read morethumb and enjoy growing things, just appreciate creating a relaxing, pretty spot to be. You'll find a large variety of each item you'd expect to see (as compared to the patio section of your typical retail store) such as planters, bird feeders, rain gauges, stone figures, water features, artwork, etc. They also carry several items for memorial pieces - stones, benches, chimes. A few live plants are available but this isn't a large focus of the shop. While I think most pieces look like quality items, I struggled with the pricing. The options weren't different enough to convince me to spend the extra dollars, especially when it'll be outside in the elements and may not last several years.

Secret Garden is such an adorable garden/home decor shop!!…read more When you live in a tiny apartment like me you're not really into home decor, but I still love to look through it and see what I can find! Secret Garden offers even more than that too - gifts, soaps, baby stuff...all kinds of cute items! The women who work here are super sweet! Two of them came up to me offering help, also mentioning the store was having a 'birthday party' the following day with cake and wine for customers. This is a great place to browse if you love home decor, especially for outdoors!

This charming gift shop is chock full of amazing items. While it is small, it packs a huge punch!…read moreTheir merchandise is beautifully and artfully arranged and includes a large variety of items: placemats, napkins, tableware, mugs, kitchen towels, and more. The shop features mostly kitchen, party, food, and dish ware. There is so much to seasonally brighten one's living space or for hosting parties. This is definitely the place to shop for unique housewarming, birthday, and wedding gifts. Dedicated parking is available in front of the building. The shop is located on Old Shelbyville Rd, in the historic Middletown area.

Very friendly owner welcomed me in, I'd seen this place each time I get my nails done nearby but…read morewas never sure what the store was. So glad I walked I. To check out all the beautiful dining pieces, cute decor items, children's gift items, and more! So many great little gift ideas! Of course I bought a few things! The owner said that the displays are updated frequently, from the pet items display to seasonal displays, and there is a birthday item section too! Saw the cutest decorative glass pumpkins and am working on convincing my hubby that I really do need a small "pumpkin patch" of these beautiful whimsical pumpkins for Fall! I will definitely be back in!