This shop had some really interesting gifts and things to buy. They also have a lot of gift wrapping options like bags, tissue paper, and fun/unique wrapping paper! Lots of cards too. I also saw jewelry, puzzles, candles and some other fun items for purchase. There was also a sale section with some really good deals. Everyone working was very nice and helpful! The shop was kind of busy when I went in on a Friday around 1pm. I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for something different to get for someone. read more

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I love coming in here anytime I'm on Hawthorne. This gift shop has an incredible selection of just about everything you could possibly want. I love their local artisan jewelry, they have an outstanding selection of Portland T-shirts, they have beautiful paper, wrapping paper, crystals, greeting cards, kids gifts... The employees are always, super friendly and the store has a good flow so that it doesn't feel uncomfortable even when there are a ton of people inside. Well worth your time to drop in here. read more

Many nice trinkets and gifts. Large selection, service with a smile. Decent prices too. I'll be back

Once I was accused of shoplifting at this store. They asked me to empty out my pockets despite the fact the employee accusing me said they saw my friend pick up something. Every employee in the store was following me around, I was just trying to shop with my friends for christmas gifts. This was a long while ago but Its still worth putting a review. Haven't come back since read more

This is such a cute little shop. I was able to find a few things that I hadn't seen anywhere else in town. It's on Hawthorne so good luck with parking. read more

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I got a coupon for them and I loooooove having an excuse to visit though I don't need one. This store is a favorite shop in Portland and it is a glorious collection of Portland featuring a lot of local jewelry and art. Today I grabbed some cards from Bug Art and local artist Rachel Austin who is a favorite of mine. Pro tip if you are a massive art person like me...I ran out of room so long ago. My solution is cards or smaller prints from artists I frame for my walls. I also love giving them as framed gifts for friends for something unique. And this store has some great wrapping paper, gift bags and tons of wonderfully unique cards. Take your time wandering through because each shelf has something different. The people who work here are super fun as well which makes the whole experience purely delightful as shopping should be. read more

This little shop on Hawthorne was super fun to pop in to. I loved their selection of witty and sarcastic cards and ended up with the perfect one for my bestie's upcoming birthday. Plenty of Portland branded items without feeling like an airport souvenir shop. There's so much more than just birthday cards here (although they literally have one for everyone among the diverse selection). The store is well laid out and incredibly organized. You're definitely going to find a little something for yourself or someone you know in this place. Check it out. read more

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The lady here restored a little faith that customer service isn't dead. I bought a $40ish dollar ring and some birthday gifts. The ring was beautiful but broke two days later and I lost the receipt. Went in thinking yeah they don't have to take it back w/o receipt but they went out of their way to refund me, said they'd report it to the vendor and let me know when more came in. They're also just nice and made the shopping and return good experiences, knowledgeable about the jewelry. Been coming here since I was a kid and it's still fun with a lot of cool items. read more

Probably the best of the quirky gift shops along Hawthorne, Presents of Mind is a bit like the TARDIS: it's bigger on the inside than it looks, and filled with a seemingly endless array of odds and ends collected from the far corners of the universe. Where this shop stands out above the rest is its stellar selection of items made in the PNW. Everything from clothes, glassware, greeting cards and more, these homegrown handicrafts bear the monograms and logos of local artists, studios and manufacturers. There's a feeling of quality craftsmanship and care in the selection of these items; a feeling which pervades the rest of the wares chosen to stock the shelves of this gift shop, even if the same items can be found elsewhere. Someone with a discerning and tasteful eye handpicked this collection of gifts, that seems to have something for just about everyone. You won't find nearly as many jokes-as-products items here, as you would at the nearby Memento PDX. But if you want to give the impression that you put more thought into your gift selection than simply grabbing whatever made you laugh, then don't buy on impulse; have the Presents of Mind to shop here instead! read more

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While it may appear random, this shop has thoughtfully curated unique and interesting items that span all ages and genders and price ranges. The selection includes jewelry samplings from local artists (personally love the long dangly earrings), pottery, kitchen and housewares, lots of clothing & toys for toddlers, books (many with eye catching titles!), gifts for your pets, socks with unique patterns or sayings, and lots of cards, beautiful wrapping paper and colorful stickers. Even a selection of Portland gifts to send to friends and family or for those visiting our City. One can lose themselves in the card area reading and laughing out loud! Definitely one of the best card assortments! Oh, they do have traditional cards also, but I prefer the non-g-rated and humorous cards best! Really appreciate the wrapping papers, colorful tissue paper that you can purchase by the sheet, and vibrant stickers to seal your gift. No need to buy rolls of paper or packages of tissues that you don't need or have room to store. You can buy that special gift and have it wrapped so it's beautiful to present and open. Nice touch. Store is small, appearing smaller because it's packed with inventory. Recommend making the rounds 2-3 times because you will definitely miss some items the first go around! Those that work here know that most customers are browsing, hoping to find an item they don't even know exists but when they see it, they know they have to have it. So I really appreciate that they don't ask the annoying question, "Is there something specific I can help you find?" They let you browse in peace; answer questions when asked; engage in conversation if that's your choice. Definitely my favorite type of customer service in a gift store. Had not been to Presents of Mind in a few years and happy that a night at the Baghdad Theatre & Pub across the street reminded me of this charming and quirky gift shop. read more

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Found so many gifts here this holiday season. Got fun Christmas earrings and light up necklaces for my Mom and I. Found a beautiful alpaca scarf for a present. They had great funny cards. Many nice earrings I would like for presents. Oh and a fun Bigfoot electronic noisemaker that everyone needs. So much fine and nice staff that wrapped items up. read more

Still my favorite card shop in PDX. The best and nicest selection of cards I have found here.

Cute gift store with a large selection of different things like notebooks, soaps, jewelry, and even baby clothes. Things are pretty pricey, but good quality stuff! read more

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I've been coming here for years. It has been my go to spot for greeting cards and they never disappoint! read more

This is a great little gift shop in SE Portland. They've got just about anything you're loved-one is looking for as a gift. Huge selection of custom cards, tshirts, candles, cyrstals, jewelry, niknaks and one of a kind gifts. The staff here is super friendly and very accommodating. Dogs encouraged! Namaste! read more

What a cute store! I really enjoyed my time here and look forward to coming back for future presents! Cards, kitchenware, baby gifts, puzzles, and more! A badass sale section with cute cards for $2 as well! read more

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Their card section always has what I am looking for. Their gifts are so thoughtful. I love going to their store.

I've been coming to the store for years-always has great gift options and card selection for my last-minute tendencies to get the goods! If you've never been you need to check the store out it's got everything! read more

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This store is adorable. Really nice if you are in need of a unique gift for anyone in your life. Great T shirt selection and quite a few baby items. I only wish the prices weren't so steep. read more

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Lots of quirky gifts and souvenirs, homewares and jewelry. They seem to have nice Portland items - classy rather than tacky, as well as fun socks and a ton of humorous magnets. There are also many cards - all of the classy variety too. I could have spent more time looking around but would have inevitably spent more money too. There was a guy working who was friendly and answered my kids questions. read more

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Great shop with something for everyone that nobody needs but wants! Shop keepers were pleasant and friendly. The star highlight for me was finding some retired MRS.GROSSMAN stickers on the rolls. So happy!!!! Such a treat!!! I should have bought more. read more

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This is one of the best places for quirky, unique, fun, or thoughtful gifts! Love everything in this store. There is something for everyone here. Thank you so much to the employee who noticed my 3 year old daughter had to potty, and walked us through to the back to allow her to use the restroom :) she was having such a rough day and your attentiveness, and kindness brought me so much joy. read more

I love this shop! We live in the neighborhood, and enjoy shopping for cards, gifts and the really unique jewelry ! Everything feels special and unique without being out of reach. read more

Presents of Mind's stated goal is to enhance peoples lives by offering high quality, fun, affordable goods for diverse and progressive social expression while providing quality service. And after multiple trips to Portland, the only words that might be missing from this description are sustainable and green. My point is that I hear all these words so often up here in this corner of the Pacific NW, that they soon begin to lose meaning and impact. However, based on my brief visit to Presents of Mind, they do seem to deliver on their charter. This is a neat place, with friendly staff, and a full (and packed) selection of jewelry, cards/stationary, baby stuff, and a wide variety of other accessories and gift. I could have stayed and browsed longer, but this selection wasn't my son's thing and he was anxious to move on. read more

Oh, $15 coin purse, you were pricey, but that cat on the piano keys design was just calling out to me! You were handmade and cute, but you had me at CAT. And it just so happens that I play piano. We were meant to be. This shop is a go-to place to look for unique gifts ranging from thoughtful to cute to silly. Look through the reviewers' photos and you can see that the shop is a fun place to get lost in. read more

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There are a gazillion gifty shops in Portland, and Presents of Mind is a standout. They are my go-to for unique stuff that I haven't seen elsewhere. They have a great mix of refined higher end artisan jewelry, as well as more kitchy fun earrings and bracelets. They pack a lot in a small space. Support local artists and businesses - they are being priced out of PDX. read more

I shed a tear every single time I think of this store. There is so much stuff in here to see that my eyes have an orgasm even before I fully enter the store. There are bags, shirts, jewelry, candles, wrapping paper, rain boots, hats, scarves and various other odds and ends. The staff is always helpful, and actually act as though they want to help me. You seriously can't find that in many places these days. I suppose my only complaint is that the store is a little small. I actually don't mind it that much because if I hadn't been bumped by a stranger, I may never have accidentally layed eyes on "I heart my penis" gum that I bought for my boyfriend. Viva Presents of Mind!! read more

Got some really cute whale earrings for my sister. Lots of cute items here! Staff was friendly and I would definitely stop in again. read more

Cute Heart Oregon souvenirs, like mugs, pins, stickers, etc. I picked up a few :) Also has a bunch of cute nik-naks, like mens socks, baby onsies, greeting cards, etc. Definitely a cute store of gifts and souvenirs! read more

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Wandered in on a whim, and found the exact sort of moth-shaped patch that I've been unsuccessfully searching for online for months! Nice! Seems like a good place to pick up a small present or quirky souvenir. They seemed a little low in stock in some things, like socks and boxers, but it is totally possible that they haven't re-stocked after the holidays. I didn't realize until after my purchase that I could have used a Chinook Book coupon. Darn! I'll just have to go back. read more

I had a great time in this store! There is so much to look at! Really cute place to check out! Wonderful customer service. Allow plenty of time to check everything out! Great fun! I can't wait to go back to Portland and see what they have the next time I am there! read more

This is a cool store if you're looking for Portland-specific things. They have a little bit of everything from local companies. The range is from clothing, jewelry, housewares, children and baby, toys, and pet stuff. You name it. While I didn't find anything to bring back with me, it was a fun little venture. read more

Excellent location with really fun items! A must stop shop for locals and visitors alike! With a 30 year record, this place is most definitely part of the heart of Portland. Check it out! read more

Cutest shop! We went back twice and all found perfect hipster dresses to wear!! They have unique items that are sure to make you smile.

My brother, my kiddo and I were wandering about the Hawthorne neighborhood looking for some birthday goodies for the kiddo. She received some money the night before and I was looking for something good for her, so we ended up here at Presents of Mind. There's alot of stuff to take in. The infant/kids area was mainly geared to the onsie set and not a big selection for 4/5 year olds. The prices were a bit steep. $24.00 for a kids shirt is a bit much. Even thought some of the designs were pretty good. They carried cards and candles, some jewelry and toys, socks and stuffed animals. So I will say they had quite a bit to take in. My brother had shopped here once before (for an infant) and did well, but for me, it's not a place I'd rush out of my way to get to. Maybe in a pinch. I will say that the neighborhood is nice and had a very eclectic mix of stores and restaurants. Really cool place to be. read more

Presents Of Mind is easily a one-stop shop for any and all gifting needs. This little store is insanely stacked full of the oddest, coolest stuff around. From KidRobot to GamaGo to local artisan-made goods to cards to bags to jewelry to clothing to books to tableware, these folks have it all. And at great prices. And with friendly service. And I scored a 20% off check-in offer when I was in the other day. Seriously... it would take hours just to look at everything in this crazy place. read more

The background of "present" as a noun comes from the French for "a thing offered or a gift." We all know this. Where I think the word gets really cool is the link to the verb tense, as in "to offer something or position before" as well as the adjective for "currently in progress or existing at this very spot in time." If you take all the meanings into account, then a present is an item that must be bestowed to someone directly, or presented in their presence. Before it reaches the vicinity of the one being presented, the thing cannot be a present. Trippy, no? Good thing that when I visited Presents of Mind with the intention of finding a birthday gift for JB, all I could see were stationary items, messenger bags, sweatshirts with cheery cartoons prints, galoshes lined up all shiny and colorful like bottles of nail polish, and jewelry. Most of the products are the labors of local artisans and designers. In short, stuff that I would like to have, sometimes on my person but not always. Can't be a present unless the presented one is present, right? Why is it so much easier to shop for yourself when you're supposed to be scoping out stuff for other people? And how did my checking account become several dollars lighter even before snagging what I wanted to buy for JB? That's a trip, too. read more

This store exposes how selfish/self-centered/what a reasonably-priced jewelry whore I can be. I've been in here looking for gifts for nearly everyone I know and always have to start with oooing and awwwwing over the jewelry that I want. It's like a freaking magnet. Forgive me, but I can't even force myself to look at the stuff towards the front of the store--if I linger there, it's all for show and my heart isn't really in it. It's a must to do a few parades around the jewelry case, hovering at different heights and inching around on my knees to get a look in every nook and cranny. Some of it is like real-life, hands-on etsy-action what with the excellent and eclectic spread of local, handmade goodies. After I've satisfied some of my more shallow needs, I can usually get down to the biznass of shopping for others. This place is jam-packed with umm...presents. T-shirts, bags, books, baby things, toys for grown ups (no, not that kind), clever cards, and oh yeah, did I mention jewelry? read more

I cannot not buy something at this store. Believe me, I've tried. But I guess I'm just completely taken by the intimacy of the tiny shop and/or the sheer quantity of the trinkets and goods that pack the shelves. Walking in, I fall under the same spell, where any rational thought is replaced with something along the lines of "Why yes! I SHOULD spend part of my paycheck on a hand crafted notebook for my purse, a necklace with medical diagrams artfully composed for my jewelry collection, or a onesie with a tongue-in-cheek saying on it for the baby I don't have." Presents of Mind is tiny, and it's almost impossible to comprehend how they manage to get so many people and products in here all at once. The staff gladly obliges if you need help, otherwise you're able to peruse at your leisure. There's something that will be the perfect gift for anyone on your list without breaking the bank. Of course, if you're willing to spend a bit more, there's likely something to taunt you with too (like the oh so swanky but oh so spendy felt messenger bag I've had my eye on for months). This has become my go to spot for little gifts for friends and family, particularly of the female persuasion, for occasions that demand more than showing up with a 6 pack of PBR. But I wouldn't be surprised if there was something hiding here that could be paired with that too. read more

I never used to be a last-minute sort of gal. Needless to say, the tides have changed. And I kind of am. DON'T JUDGE! Either way, I stumbled upon the cutest little boutique that is--GASP--geared toward sublime presents. Most of which are so adorable you'll just want to keep it for yourself. Artisan ID holders, silly books (read: Porn for Moms, a book of sexxy mens with scintillating phrases, like, "I took care of the diaper"), lovely cards and stationery, jewelry, and bags galore! It's a cute-overload paradise! What's more, I was welcomed into this pastel paradise almost immediately by an equally adorable employee who looked like a modern-day Lucille Ball. Bright orange-red hair in a puffed-up pony tail, and a cute baby-blue pencil dress. Then this cute-as-a-button employee invited my friend and I to put our lattes at their designated "coffee visiting section." I can respect the no-drinks thing. So the sign was an extra-nice touch. Just don't forget your mocha there before you leave, because you might be in shock that you just spent your paycheck on purses and novelty shot glasses.... read more