A bracelet of mine was too long and needed shortening. It was an affordable adjustment with a quick…read moreturnaround. The staff were knowledgable, attentive and very kind. I'm so excited to be able to wear my bracelet again! A lovely experience all around!

Had wonderful experiences with this group over years as a high end jewelry saleswoman. Recommend…read morethem highly! Their work is incredible!

Love the unique souvenirs! The store also carrie's the Twilight books and other merchandise as…read morewell. It's a sweet little spot. I loved there accent wall full of books Definitely a nice store to visit.

From the owner: Welcome to Serene Sweet Starling Co, where delightful surprises await at every turn. Nestled in the…read moreheart of downtown St. Helens, we specialize in curating a charming selection of bath products, exquisite jewelry, stylish tumblers, artisan candles, and irresistible sweets. Whether you're seeking a thoughtful gift for a loved one or a treat for yourself, our diverse range ensures there's something special for every occasion. Discover the perfect blend of luxury and affordability, with each item handpicked to inspire joy and relaxation.

I was peering at a cute piece of distressed furniture on Craigslist the other night. Sort of a…read moreteal, burnished armoire thingy that someone spruced up and was selling for $500. Like Dr. Who's bow tie, it was COOOOO-OOOOL. WHAT THE HELL IS THAT? said husband, dropping his laundry basket on the floor. It's cute, it's "anthropologie style". What does that mean?he said. "I don't think it's cute. It's hideous." Software engineers. Go figure. Showing him the Anthropoligie website, he said, "People pay MONEY for that?It's old beat up stuff." After trying to explain to him the virtues of character, personality, patina, interest, charm vs. new, utilitarian, clean, etc. etc. i sort of gave up on him. Yes, dude, yes they do. But I don't like to pay that much. I like funky, fun, little stores with hidden treasures. Speaking of which, I had been driving past this store for weeks, always just missing their open hours. It's in a bizarre place, on the corner of West Union and Cornelius Pass Road, by Allstate. Across from where Sweet Oregon Grill used to be (RIP, sniffle sigh). I finally got in there, and I was so right to be excited, this fun little store is loaded with treasures. Stressed, shabby chic, kitschy, cute, adorable, wonderful, REASONABLE, little treasures. I picked up a wooden book shelf for a pittance. I plan to paint it. It's going to hold stuff. Maybe more stuff from this store? Apparently, the woman who runs it ( wasn't there when I was in) specializes in painting old things and making them awesome. You can tell, there are a lot of awesome one of a kind things in here, including garden art,old jewelry, wall art, painted letters, lamps, pillows, little adorable wooden boxes that are actually CD holders but look like bird houses, you know. NEATO stuff. I saw something else in there I really wanted. I have to figure out how to justify it. Hubby? well, he can go buy some more stainless steel shelving for the garage. BO-Ring.

When I work in this area, there's not much to do that doesn't take up the better part of my lunch…read morehour. However, I had to pat myself on the back today because I remembered to come to this funky fun store and wander through the shop and shop. I didn't buy anything today, but I think it's one to keep on my list because I have friends and family who would be very pleased to get something from Wink (and I'd be perfectly happy to buy myself something there as well). There is a melange of vintage and antique items and upcycled items made by the owner. The items made or upcycled by the owner are very nicely done, very professional looking, and prices are quite reasonable. I really liked her handmade jewelry and various painted pieces of furniture. There's an excellent assortment of vintage/antique goodies, and I saw a pitcher and glass set that I think my grandmother had in her kitchen back in the day. Her nice vintage lamps are pretty and in great shape; I have a friend obsessed by vintage lamps, so this is the place to tell her about to feed her habit. One thing I appreciate about WINK is that its clean and well-dusted; I don't sneeze or cough here, an usual state of affairs for me when I shop in a lot of vintage/antique shops. The store owner is very friendly, but not intrusive. I stopped to look at a grouping of pictures on the wall and she told me the stories about how the pictures were of her mom's first couple of stores and then her first WINK store in Lake Oswego. It was pleasant to hear the story. I enjoy back stories and personal histories and it's the perfect way to draw people in without having to do the old hard sell; nothing better than just keeping it natural and going with the flow. She is also very knowledgeable about her items and can answer questions quickly with a wealth of information. I'm sure I will be back to buy from this great shop because of its items perfect for many friends and families, but also because of the owner and her excellent brand of interacting with people turning it into acustomer service art form. Be sure to stop and shop here and enjoy everything.

Top Notch feels homey while I'm shopping. And each time I visit, it's like a new store! I don't…read moreknow how they do it, but it works!

There are treasures to be found for everyone! I love the slow walk through the store and the…read morediscovery of interesting things. It is nice to see all these things find new homes. Whether it is the discovery or finding a project. Top Notch Thrift Store will be a fun adventure. It is nice to know that this Store also uses the proceeds to fund programs to the Senior Center here in town!! Thanks Top Notch Thrift Store!

This shop is tucked into the historic downtown part of St. Helens. You walk in and are immediately…read morewelcomed by the sales associate. You get a sense of warmth and encompassing good energy. Each time I have gone in I have found things I need, want and also put in my mental list of things to buy next time! There is something for everyone and at all price points. There are so many nooks to find things in that you can walk out feeling like you didn't see everything. It is almost like you are transported the a store that somehow knows what you need! Stop in and see what treasures await you.

This boutique was pretty great…read more Do you need a new scarf? They have it! Do you need fleece leggings? They have it! Do you need some bath bombs shaped like a Pumpkin? They have it! Do you need lotion or candles? How about some jewelry? Knicks knacks or trinkets to remind you of your trip to St Helens? They have it! They have it! They have it! And most are locally made, PNW made, and Courtney knows about all of them! She is the owner and was really REALLY nice! I tried on a dress and leggings and was sold! I was so happy. I also picked up a bath bomb for a baby shower gift. Win! Win! When I am in St Helen's again, I plan on stopping here!