Wonderful, clean sanitary store with a wide variety of different candles for different purposes and…read morecolors, and smells very comforting and uplifting & therapeutic!

I have been going here for over 2 decades. Although the original owners are no longer I…read moreStill like the place. I just need the new employees to be more knowledgeable of the products and not have to ask the new owner all the time. Also, bring back some of the initial products that the prior owners had. And even though Allan passed away and his wife retired and sold the shop to you don't take away the morals and values that started it all!

We had a great time celebrating Mother's Day here at The Candle Bar! This was our first time making…read moreour own candles and we couldn't have asked for a batter instructor. We came in late (due to the limited parking) so I missed the name of our instructor but she was friendly and knowledgeable. I believe it's about $55-60 per person and each person gets to make two 7oz candles. Personalized touches Include: scent choice and naming the candle. The scents here are great! It was fun exploring all the different notes and profiles. The class is about an hour and everything is provided. As a "student" you get to melt down your wax, smell/ pick your scents, mix scents, pour wax, mix the candle, add your wick, and label your candle. The process is really fast. The longest part is waiting for your candle to cool down/ dry. We were given an estimate between 3.5-4 hours. So plan your day around the area or come in the following day for pick up. Overall, we had a great time and I would recommend this to anyone who is interested. Perfect for solo date, girls night, date night, etc.

Cute little activity for you and the gals!…read more You get to make 2 candles for 55+tax. Thankfully the steps were simple, so it wasn't hard to follow. Most of the struggle was picking the scents. You get a max of 3, and a little shot sized cup to pour your oils into. There's a coffee shop up front and several nice clothes/ceramics/other items for sale.

Friends I recently contacted the gift shop and was pleased to find that the phone number listed is…read morevalid. The person who answered was incredibly kind and helpful, since the shop is a little hidden. They informed me that the shop's hours are limited to Sundays, with the option for appointments during the week. While the hours are restricted, the warm customer service made the experience positive, and I look forward to visiting.

Great Catholic gifts not seen in other places. Some from the Holy Land, Italy and Europe. Look…read moreforward to going back again!

WHERE DO I START. First of, the gatekeeper (the shop-keep) is probably one of the most kindhearted…read moreand genuine souls I've ever come across. I can't recommend this establishment highly enough, solely because of that particular individual. They are authentically nurturing, they have a lot of spiritual insight, and their intuitive understanding of your needs is astounding. The selection of herbs at this business however?! OH MY STARS. They have everything almost. And whatever they don't have they will happily order it for you expeditiously and courteously. They strive to curate custom blends that help with almost any and every ailment you might have. AND THEIR INFO ON STI & STD's is crazy! I never knew you could help treat so many ailments with plants! Last but not least! As a spiritualist myself and as an individual that just started their own journey/great work... the energy here. The authentic souls here. The bounty that exists in and around this shop! It's evident that what they are doing here is life giving and is in good intention. ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE LOVE LOVE SOAKING SENSATIONS.

Hands down one of the best local herbal shops around! It is black woman owned business which I…read morefully support! Love woman owned businesses they have everything you can imagine here. Plus they make their own natural sea moss with juices which I can't wait to purchase next time I visit. Overall you can find all your herbals needs here. Plus they are so helpful and really help you find what your looking for. I hands down love this store!

A great selection of clothes for kids both boys and girls. They only go up until 6 years of age so…read morekeep that in mind. Also it's pricey. The clothes are unique and super cute especially for little girls. The sale section is decent with items being 20% off and at the same time when an outfit is $69 the discount isn't that much less. They do have great quality items and the parking is easy. They are so nice and will even gift wrap it for you!

I love small businesses, and I love my kids, so combining them together usually results in a…read morewinning combination. Threadfare is an adorable kids boutique that's currently located in an awkward, temporary building but will soon be moving to the new shopping center on 34th near Oak Forest. Don't let the outside fool you, though- there's TONS of cute and affordable clothing, accessories, and toys for your kids packed inside. I came by looking for stocking stuffers for my kiddos, 2 years old and 7 months old. I had NO clue what I wanted, so I was just browsing hoping to spot something small and cute. The store had so many perfect gifts that I had a hard time narrowing down what I was going to buy! They carry some great kid brands you're probably familiar with, like MudPie and Magnetic Me, and some others that I haven't heard of before but are ah-DOR-able! I loved that when I came they had a big sale going on, with most clothing items 20-40% off. Score! I ended up getting my 7month old some magnetic-close jammies, and my 2-year old the cutest hair clips and kid-safe nail polish, both of which were a huge hit and she hasn't gone a day without one (or all) of her hair clips yet. Threadfare made it easy for me to find the perfect gifts for my kids at a great price!

I love shopping here! They have such a great selection of items, reasonable prices, the store is…read morealways organized and the ladies are always helpful in answering all my questions. I noticed they also have a list of most wanted items posted and they're really good at sharing with customers when they will stop buying items.

It's clean and organized. I can find many clothes and shoes for my kids here. The prices are…read moregreat and the ladies are very helpful.

I didn't even know they were here!! So I'm a little behind but I finally made it to Marcel! The…read moreemployee was so sweet and helpful. She recommended a bunch of really great items. I left with a tons of snacks, lotions, candles and soap. Would highly recommend checking them out. The cutest little French boutique in Montrose collective!

Francophile alert! Fabulous French lifestyle store in…read moreMontrose Collective - parking garage or valet -on corner of Montrose and Westheimer. Manager is kind and knowledgeable and it was fun to look at the candies, jams, mustards, cookies, candles, perfumes, and gorgeous clothing. Very interesting finds - I saw an olive oil with a hint of Nice, one of my favorite places to visit. The perfumes have such interesting scents, I bought a small trial pack of essential oils to try for now. A place where you can gift yourself or give cool gifts to people you like! Great price points. Highly recommended! Can't wait to try on some clothes next time. Glad I stopped by today! As I was leaving, I saw a bottle of honey with Matcha, how cool is that!

What a fun, hidden gem. I found myself kid-free for the upcoming Spring Break so I decided to check…read moreit out. I'm not a huge reader (mom life, falling asleep while reading). When I opened the door, the smell of books greeted me. It was extremely cozy inside. I walked through and was getting ready to leave but Nikki, the owner, stopped me and thanked me for coming in. How personable and welcoming she is, I decided "go for it. Buy some books!". So I did. The inventory here, I imagine, revolves pretty quickly. Prices are awesome & definitely competitive to what you'd find elsewhere. Highly recommend for the bookish community! I bought a few books for me to

I participated in the Houston Book Crawl and wanted to check out this bookstore. I had no idea…read moreabout this place but I'm so glad they're a part of this community event. I was their first participant and Ms. Nikki made me feel so welcomed. I love how the bookshelves are arranged with the new books in front and as you walk through the building they're sectioned off with various fiction, sci-fi, nonfiction, children's, religion, and suspense books. Plus they have a sign that tells you the prices for used hardback and paperback books. The new books are pricier but I know they're worth it at least for me. This was a real treat to check out.