I stumbled upon this unique design shop leaving living roots, since they are in the same building…read more What a wonderful store front. They had the entire place seriously decked out with Christmas displays and charm. I was amazed until I found out this is an interior designer shop. They do custom personalized work for clients catering to all styles. The staff was very nice and knowledgeable about interior design. If you don't believe how great they are just check it out yourself and see all their beautiful floor displays. When I get my next place I'm definitely coming here for help :)

Mary Jo at Ambiance Design Gallery is a truly talented interior designer. She has an exceptional…read moreeye for design, years of experience understanding the ins and outs of furniture design and residential interiors, and has a professional, friendly way with all her clients. For those who want the perfect gift or just some small touches to spruce up their home, her retail space is filled with beautiful treasures to delight almost any design style!

visited Serendipity Boutique today. What a delight!! Geneva has needed an exciting boutique and…read morenow we have it! home decor, garden, fashion, jewelry.. items you won't find anywhere else. very smart, funny owner.. knows her stuff and great support for community and local artists.. what a treasure of a shop. i am excited to return and see new items too. this store will be first on my list for gifts and special treats for me! i am from Chicago area and this shop can hold it's own against any boutique in the city or suburbs.. it is not loaded with repro junk from overseas.. items created by local artists.. oh and that crocodile picture! i purchased a couple of great treasures and will be back soon!

From the second I stepped inside, I was greeted with a beautiful tableau and enveloped with a warm,…read moreinviting vibe. I was greeted just as warmly by Deb, the shop owner, who chatted with me as I browsed. She's got the level of attentiveness just right-- she's lovely and engaging, anticipating customer needs (like offering the fitting room, if you're looking to try on their cute selection of vintage clothing) while also giving you room to explore the gorgeously-curated boutique. There are quirky, fun details to be found in every corner. I've learned pretty much everything you see is fair game! Even antique pieces I was sure were display only, like vintage thermoses and framed art. All affordably priced. Stationery, slim beeswax tapers, canvas pouches, unique kitchen/home goods, retro posters, knicknacks, vintage accessories, and so much more. I'll be adding photos, since words can't convey the array of awesome to be found here. Even better is it's pet friendly! Bring your furry friends. I know I'm going to visit as often as I can to make up for not discovering this Ithaca gem sooner! What makes the vibe immaculate is the shop staff, especially the owner! They have been just sincerely kind, generous, and lovely people. They have a basket of free water bottles to keep visitors hydrated. This is a new local hospitality bar set! If you drop by, tell them E sent ya.

Wonderful to work with online. My order arrived well packed and quickly. So many cute items online!!read more

This has become a must-visit spot for me when in Ithaca. You just never know what kind of weird or…read morewonderful thing you might find. As someone who owns a 110-year-old house, there are always little things I'm on the hunt for--from doorknob parts, to wood trim pieces, to light fixtures. My husband is a woodworker, so he also likes exploring the offerings for elements to incorporate in his designs. From salvaged lumber to old cabinet hardware, there's almost no end to the creative potential! On the upper floors, it's always fun to explore the furniture and fixtures (even though we rarely have room in the car to bring anything home to Buffalo). If you love old homes or old thing in general, you'll have a great time and probably make some surprising finds!

A real gem in Ithaca. In addition to doing the important work of salvage, Sara and her team know…read morehow to talk about architecture and building in ways that you won't find elsewhere. You will always find amazing things here. It is fun to just go look at things: kind of like a history lesson. I ahve found furniture, tiles, lamps, dishes, building materials and cabinets here. I have gotten cool tools. Just an amazing business not to be missed. If we ever get out of COVID times, plan a trip there to look around and be sure you go to ALL FOUR FLOORS!

Employees are helpful and professional. Selection of products is vast. Make sure you have enough…read moretime to browse. Pricing is more than fair compared to retail stores.

This is the type of store that I could spend a lot of money at without meaning to (like its…read morecounterparts, Marshalls and TJ Maxx). It's similar to those stores but entirely home goods, as the name suggests. The store is huge and has everything from furniture to decor to seasonal items. I had fun looking through the shelves, but my only complaint is that the shelves aren't entirely organized. The store is organized by section (kitchen, office, living room, etc), but the shelves within each section kind of just have a bunch of items on them for you to sift through. This could be a plus or minus, depending on what you're looking for from a shopping experience. I think I could find a lot of good decorations here and will return whenever I want to spruce up my apartment!

The most wonderful quaint little country gift shop I've been to in while. Set on beautiful Otisco…read moreLake the shop is small with the small country feel with huge charm. I always find something I absolutely love and must have. The owner is a lovely kind woman. I wish this small hometown business the best of luck.

From the owner: We are a small shop that offers handed-pour soy candles, and organic goatsmilk soap, all made…read morein-house. We also offer painted furniture both ready to purchase or custom painted. We offer phone and digital sales with porch pickup. Preferred payment methods: Cash, CC or PayPal. Please call with questions: 315-673-7084

I had a chance yesterday to stop into a new shop on Main Street in Canandaigua. Charlotte julienne…read morewas like a modern walk in an old world shop. They sell gorgeous handmade wood bowls and handmade vases. Food fit for the pickiest of foodies! It suits or little Lake City so we well! I got to meet the owner, Amy. Definitely take a chance to stop in and say hello to her. She's super friendly and very knowledgeable about what she carry's. The shop itself is decorated farmhouse chic and fits the space perfectly! I really enjoyed my experience there!

You'll feel inspired from the moment you step in the (barn) doors. Adorable, charming and superbly…read moretasteful. The owner has an incredible eye for vintage, retro and refurbished finds. Great selection of shabby chic furniture, home decor and gifts. Check it out next time you're in the Syracuse area!

Great local find! Wonderful products and service. We haven't been in here since the last owners and…read morejust stopped back in recently. I have a feeling we will be back in frequently. Lots of vintage pieces, upcycled ideas, etc. She has a great eye!

One of my favorite shops in Ithica! First, the plants were so well-taken care of that at first I…read morethought they were fake. There is so much beyond plants here, dried flowers, gifts, random decor, some kitchen stuff, and everything is absolutely adorable. They maximized the store in the most perfect way and it was joy to browse through.

I'm almost never on The Commons anymore, but I had a gift certificate for this store that I needed…read moreto use... so when I was able to get out of work a little early one day recently, I decided to stop for my first visit to Home Green Home. And what a delight it was! It's a really lovely and welcoming shop with plenty of plants, books, meditation or yoga supplies, bedding, prints, and more. With a focus on eco-friendly products, the prices aren't necessarily for the budget conscious, but you can rest assured that the quality is there. The staff here are happy to help, but also let you wander the store without being overly pushy or hovering. I got into a conversation with one of them regarding some of the plants they had available - and she was quite excited to show me a new plant that she had just learned about. I ended up buying a couple plants (among other items), as I had managed to find a cebu blue pothos tucked away upstairs, as well as a white princess philodendron on display downstairs... both of which had been on my plant wishlist for a while. TL;DR. It's probably a good thing that I'm not on The Commons often, because it'd be very easy for me to spend way too much money here (especially on the bedding items, as I'm a sucker for comfy blankets and all that). That said, I'm definitely adding Home Green Home to my list of favorite Ithaca shops. Highly recommend it!

My wife happened to see this place listed on Facebook and we thought we would make a quick stop by…read more We are glad we did! Very cute shop with lots of things to look at. The inside was tastefully decorated with many Christmas themed items, because of the season!, And other gift items as well. The person working behind the counter was very welcoming when we arrived and when they were checking out. We purchased a couple of the specialty nut butters from the local not butter company. Would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a nice gift for someone or some great nut butters!