I feel like I walked into an episode of Portlandia. This small shop in Davis Square is unreal. So many things I will never need, but that I walk in and kind of want. This is the internal dialogue I experienced: You say there's a notebook made out of a weird children's book? Yes! Oh it's $50. I guess I'll walk out. Wait, it may be worth it. Who knows when I'll ever get a chance to buy something this unique. Also, it's made by a local artist. I can't just walk out now. Fine, I'll get it. Point is. this store is really cute and quirky, but so overpriced. It's completely unnecessary, yet intriguing. read more

Magpie is a neat store with scads of cute stuff . That said there wasn't one item I looked at that I would consider paying the tagged price for. read more

This place has now moved to a convenient location right off the T, and their selection's only gotten better. Now it's no longer a secret, but an institution in Davis Square. If you're a lover of locally-made goods, a crafty hipster, or a biker in need of a vegan bag, this here shop should be your go-to. read more

Rude. No one said a word to my family or me. When I asked the lady working she wouldn't stop texting to respond. Awful experience. Even if there was something we wanted I would not have purchased read more

Magpie has lots of cool locally made stuff. I recently went shopping for a gift for someone. I visited both D Squared and Magpie. I do like D Squared but I found that most of the kitschy stuff that they sold was made in China. Seems like everything I picked up was from there. While they did sell some locally made stuff it was nothing compared to what Magpie had. For a much smaller store Magpie has a great collection of prints, clothing and odd nic-nacs. They definitely place more of an effort in curating a locally sourced inventory. Worth checking out. read more

Cute, cute stuff at a range of prices. I got a deer plate for $20, a tshirt with a dinosaur for the same and know where to come to get my mom a simple necklace that looks like twigs. Prices are reasonable for handmade local crafts. Nice Somerville-y artsy fun spot. read more

When I first went inside Magpie, I thought it was really cute. They had these cute necklaces, but they didn't have the one I wanted in stock, so they ordered it for me (they were very nice about it). When it came, however, I was charged a lot more than I was expecting (like $20 more than I had seen the others priced). I was too embarrassed to say anything, and figured that maybe since they had to order it for me, it was more expensive. When I went on Etsy and looked up the seller, I found that Magpie totally ripped me off. Cute store, nice people, but they price gouge. Shop with one eye open. I'll be sticking with Etsy. read more

What a fabulous little store! I was tempted to buy much, much more, but I limited myself to two smaller items: a sticker that says "Reading is Sexy", and a locally made Taza chocolate bar. However, I could have easily dropped a lot of money on great gift items and some cool stuff for myself. read more

My favorite earing's come from here! It's a great place to find jewelry made by local artist.

This place is like a permanent art fair. The have all sorts of cool handmade stuff made by local artists. The stuffed animals are super cute and would make a great gift. It is hard for me to be critical of this place. Certainly the prices can be higher than a big box store, but I found a few cool gift items for under 10 bucks. Magpie is the first place I go to buy gifts for the difficult people to shop for in my life. read more

Awesome local store for gifts, jewelry, cards, and all sorts of locally made wares. You can find any last minute gift here except I'm usually too busy ogling all the stuff I want to buy for myself. Lovely little store! read more

Another good gift shop in the Davis Square area. It's nice to see that a lot of the items were made by local artists. Really liked their jewelry selection though I managed to leave without getting anything, maybe next time! read more

I love supporting local designers and artisans, having been one myself, but this place leaves something to be desired. An unfortunate amount of the merchandise just seems like its trying too hard. Even so, I like to come in here every now and then just to see what new merch has hit their tables. I never leave without peeking at the more interesting jewelry in the glass cases in the back. read more

I like to see shops like this one that support local artists and crafters. Magpie is expensive though and a bit small. I enjoy browsing here and sometimes buy a few pins or cards, but i haven't paid the high prices for anything else. A lot of the stuff i could make myself fairly easily. For these prices I'd like to see more unique items. read more

Magpie's awsome...for all you guys out there, whose girl friends, or moms or whatever, are the kind of ladies who are not into expensive jewelry and flowers, but into just cool, unique knick knacks, definately go here. It can be a bit pricey, but it will be appreciated, I assure you. read more

Magpie is awesome! I love adorable, weird little knick-knacks and they definitely fit the bill. GREAT place to look for a little gift if you have birthdays coming up. The art is beautiful, a lot of very cool photographs and wall-hangings. Very interesting jewelry too. It can be kind of pricey, I came during Midnight Madness and did a lot of my holiday shopping for 20% off, though. Come by and support Davis Sq businesses! read more

This place is cute, but the items could be cheaper. It's artsy, which is why I like it.

I love Magpie! I was looking for some locally-created gifts to send to friends in far way places. Magpie was the perfect one-stop shop and the ladies working there couldn't have been more helpful! Thank you for making shopping easy. read more

Magpie is a little gem in Davis Sq. It's a great place to look for local art/crafts, lots of stuff in there that you can also find on Etsy. I like this place a lot, but it is quite expensive - but I guess you're paying for the sheer awesomeness of the stuff that's in there being unique and hand crafted. Davis Squared across the street is somewhat similar, but tends to run a little cheaper, I think. read more

Finally made it to magpie and was pleased that I did! This store is full of cool shit that you don't need but really, really want especially if you are a twenty-something who wants college-esque nostalgia without the actual college bit. I ended up buying four coasters and they are awesome. Also a poster with beers on it. Awesome. They also had postcards that said Yes Homo. How can you not like a store like that? read more

You are so perfect and quaint and cute and I love you. Thank you for giving me lots of nifty stuff for gifts. Thank you for having really kind people that help out. Thank you! read more

This store is always fun to walk around in! It's inspiring for me every time. I want to walk out of there and into an art supply store and get to work! I love buying stuff there and knowing I'm supporting a local talent! The people who work there are always really nice. I can't visit Davis without visiting Magpie! It's a big part of why I love Davis the best of allllll the Squares in the area! read more

Such a cute little place with humorous, unique & heartfelt stationary & doodads. They also sell Eco-friendly products! Love this boutique and the friendly service :) read more

I found Magpie more customer friendly than its across the street counterpart, Davis Squared. I was actually greeted by the salesperson, and they had music playing...funky, offbeat music fitting for the store. I am a big fan of cute t-shirts, and this store has a whole bunch. My boyfriend came with me the second time I went, and he actually found a few things to look at while I was wandering around. They have some really cute and colorful messenger bags and laptop bags, funky journals and books, and amazingly different jewelry made by local artists. The only negative thing about the store is that it is very small and can get a little crowded if you go in during the weekend. Also, I know people have mentioned the prices being high, but the prices are no different than other similar stores. read more

Magpie always has what I'm looking for. And I'm not joking. They carry some of my fave indie brands like Ferdinand and Erica Weiner. And whenever I wear something I picked up at Magpie I get all kinds of compliments. Plus it's the best place top buy gifts for your artsy friends who already own everything. And you will never ever have to buy a Hallmark card again. They have awesome cards that are sweet and funny and downright art. So shop here before you go to Target or something. read more

Magpie was already one of my favorite stores in the greater Boston area, and then it really went above and beyond. I bought a headband here that I loved, but unfortunately after wearing it only twice the headband portion broke. I'd never had anything from this store break before, and I wasn't sure if it would be worth the time trying to get it fixed, especially since I no longer had the receipt. But I dropped in, and the very helpful and friendly girl at the counter took my info and took a picture of the headband. Within a few days I had an email with the maker's info, as well as an offer for a refund. I was thoroughly impressed at their willingness to help, and I will definitely be back! Another great purchase here: a Joan-from-Mad-Men sticker for my laptop. How awesome is that? Also, their jewelry is adorable, and while I've only purchased a few pieces they have held up to my dropping them and stepping on them. :) read more

A lot of great handmade gifts from local artists. Really nice selection of jewelry. I also like their funky notebooks made out of old library books and many items related to Davis Square. However, the BEST thing about this store is the UNBELIEVABLE CARD SELECTION!!! The cards are mostly letter press, and are well made and designed. (You might think that a card is just a card, but people are always asking me where I found the ones I gave them from Magpie.) For every occasion, funny, arty, sometimes hipster-y and always different from what you'd find anywhere else. Though most of the cards are fun, this is also one of the only places I've found that has beautiful sympathy cards. I get almost all my cards at this store. Really nice and helpful staff too. read more

Maybe I should open up a store like this. I can glue stuff together and then charge $30 for it, and people will buy it because they think it's crafty and artsy. I'll make a killing! read more

I love this store for finding gifts and I often can't help buying something for myself. Super cute stuff and very nice staff.

It's important to support local artists and Magpie (whose owner created the oh-so-awesome craftster.og) helps you do it. Since the inventory changes, you should check in often. You will find something you didn't even know you wanted! A wonderful spot to pick up some unique gifts. read more

another fun little shop in the area that has great gift ideas and fun little things to entertain you for 15 minutes while in the area. really great stationary ideas and fun, unique decor bits. a superior option to d squared across the street. read more

I pretty much agree with the people who feel this store is pretty overrated. While the stuff they have is a little cute I could make a lot of it myself. I wouldn't pay the asking price on anything they had and left empty handed. Maybe it was an off day for inventory but nothing really jumped out at me as something I could not live without. read more

An awesome little shop for local artists and unique finds! Always can count on Magpie for great gifts, cards and stationary. Though can be a bit pricey, it definitely worth it for the quality, locally source goods. read more

cute little store of fun goodies where you can find that perfect gift for your best friend who already has everything.

I've shopped Magpie quite a few times, love their t-shirts especially...... but...... when you get sneering, unfriendly, sour-puss attitude (yes I am talking to you, girl -behind- the- counter- today- who couldn't- be- less- helpful about your t-shirts and my enquiries about when new styles might be coming in ) then, yes I should've forgotten about getting the store credit for my friend (whose t-shirt I was trying to exchange) gotten the cash, and told her to go directly across the street to Davis Squared -- where they are friendly and helpful. Sheesh, I love indie stores...want to support them and frequent them and BUY STUFF from them so I find it sooooo depressing when I encounter better customer service from somewhere like the Gap! read more

I LOVE THIS SHOP!!! WOW! They seem to go out of their way to support local artists and arisans, and they really great ones too! The staff is informed and knows all the info about their products, the local artisans/jewlers/potters/ect.. I am often looking for things with cats on them yet love silver over gold, even though im only in there every few months, they remember, and when I see some hand made cat neckless but only in gold, they will show me silver options by the same arisanian jewler in silver that may be studs or rings. This place really goes above and beyone. Their tiny 300plus square feet is packed, it kind of reminds me of the skateboard shop down the street that is also amazing as the emplyee there turned me onot this place, they are both five star shops, and I reserve that 5th start for that amazing business that is amazing in every way possiable from the sevice, they way they treat customers as if they are friends, their knowledge, there huge selection of products, and the high quality of products at a reasonable price. Bottome line, this is the BEST gift shop i the Boston and Greater Boston area, no need to look any further. They got it all, and if for somereason they don't, then they will point you in the direction of where to find such an item. I hope this shop stays here and open fo a long long time. I love it, I love shopping for myself, and I know my partner goes here as well to get me gifts. Thank you skateboard shop for showing me the way, it is intersting how amazing shops tend to know other amazing shops! read more

what a great little spot. i love supporting local artists, and this is a great spot to do it. i bought by s/o (who, coincidentally, is a maggie who goes by "magpie") part of her birthday gift here, and she dug it enough to want to head to the store that afternoon. great cads, and a really decent selection. i even found prints by a local artist i'd seen on etsy... same price and no shipping - sweet! read more