Great Value flowers and Staff couldn't have been more friendly and understanding would definitely…read morerecommend and use again!!

This local florist can provide you with all your floral arrangements. Friendly staff are on hand to…read morehelp you out if you've no idea what to get. The only thing is that the delivery charge wouldn't be as cheap as some of the other florists, but it's open on Sundays, which is handy.

There are two T G Hawthorne stores in Armagh. One located on Scotch Street which sells household…read morefurniture including beds, wardrobes, sofas, dining tables, carpets and wooden flooring etc. Then there's this one on Thomas Street which stocks household goods such as ornaments, kitchen utensils, table cloths, pots, pans, dinner sets, scented candles plus wedding gift and baby gift items. This particular Thomas Street store also has electrical and gardening equipment e.g. strimmers, chainsaws and DIY tools. Prices are competitive, quality high and service very good.

This is my go-to shop for wedding and anniversary presents…read more They carry a good range of Belleek china (vases, photo frames etc), so you can ususally find something to mark the occasion. It also carries all kinds of figurines, crystal pieces for the home and a bit of jewellery. The stock isn't really anything you wouldn't find somewhere else, but it's the only place in the Abbeycentre where you can get them, so it's a winner just for that. Beware though - it's reaaly small and really packed, so don't go in with a trolley, or a buggy (or probably a child for that matter) unless you want to be known as the bull that wrecked the china shop!

In here, you will find a cornucopia of all things sparkly and pointless, but very nice for a wee…read morebrowse. It sells the lovely Coeur de Lion and Pilgrim Jewellery - always a fan, and always tempted to buy. But along with these they seem to sell an unusual array of anything from Jamie Oliver china mugs, to decorative glass plates and cards and Swarovski crystal figurines. Don't get me wrong, I like this shop, and although I'm always afraid of knocking something over when I'm in here as its full up to the seams with items, it is a good place to shop for a gift for a Mother or sister or friend - not really a place for the blokes, well the straight ones, anyway!

The Yankee Store is a very welcome addition to Ards Shopping Centre, it makes the whole place look…read moreand smell better. Not that it smelled funny in the first place, I would never suggest that. Walking past you are lured in by the luscious scents and this is just me imagine what it would do to someone who actually like candles. The shop itself is stocked to the brim with Yankee Candles in different designs and flavours. After walking in I took a note to self, come here at Christmas I could get half of my presents in one shop. Yankee Store does not just stock candles it stocks home ware items that are of the Cath Kidson genre. You could imagine seeing the items from the Yankee store displayed in Ideal home magazine. Very crisp and clean, items that will add to the theme of your house. It is absolutely perfect place to shop, kind and helpful staff that will even wrap your purchase if you as nicely. This is worthy of every one of its 5 stars, classy and elegant!

As a recent addition to Ards Shopping Centre, the Yankee Candle Store is a pleasure to both the…read moreeyes and nose. With its arrangements of flowers scattered throughout the store, this is literally a breath of fresh air in the commercialised shopping centre. Upon entering I am instantly thrilled to find that the usual dull metal shopping baskets have been replaced with red gingham wicker baskets- which instantly makes my shopping experience much more enjoyable (largely because I feel like Little Red Riding Hood). In this particular store, the staff members are friendly (without crossing over that fatal line of becoming pestering) and I feel free to shop in peace and at my own pace. As well as probably stocking every possible scent imaginable, the Yankee Candle Store also offers a fantastic range of home decorations, with everything from ornaments to sentimental signs. Although this branch is quite small in comparison to others, the space is used well- creating an almost homely atmosphere.

This is a pretty well known wee homewares and knick-knack shop with an excellent location right in…read morethe middle of town. Now, I'm not a big fan of this kind of place, my sister used to drag me to Habitat all the time and it fostered nothing but resentment in my soul for scented candles and picture frames. That is not to say that this place is not bad at what it does. It seems to be quite cheap to me but that being said I don't buy this kinda stuff all that often. There were an awful lot of signs up that said the likes of '50% off' or 'Sale' so I think this the kind of place you could go to get a bargain. Also, the staff were dead on enough when I called in here. They were friendly and polite without being too pushy or in your face.

This branch of the popular Au Naturele brand is one of two of the stores in the city centre…read more They sell homewares and random little things that you probably don't need but are nice anyway. Au Naturele certainly won't burn a hole in your pocket and you may even come away with a bargain or two. A nice place to pick up some fancy soaps or candles for your mum or aunt.

First of all, why aren't there more reviews for this fabulous florist?! Frankly I don't think the…read moreIrish post many reviews if at all! Well I am over the moon finding Norah Mitchell's Flowers! They exceeded my expectations in every way! My daughter and I have a very dear cousin in Belfast. We wanted to send her a bouquet of flowers, from each of us, for her birthday. I couldn't find my usual go-to florist and picked Norah Mitchell's due to their photographs, and price. I live in California and my daughter and her family live on the east coast. Vicki was wonderful to deal with on email and Carolyn was very kind and helpful on the phone. Flower arrangements were lovely and very affordable. Even my daughter remarked how beautiful and affordable her arrangement was. We highly recommend them and will be using them again during the upcoming Christmas holiday! I am attaching photos of the flowers we sent.

The front of the shop doesn't really let you in on the secret that this is a really great florists…read more I came in to pick up a little wreath and left with my wedding flowers planned and organised. They were extremely knowledgeable, knew how to deliver my vision and suggested great cost saving alternatives, when I went over the budget. On my wedding day they delivered everything on time and as promised. It was soo hassle free and one less thing to worry about. I still go back for a lovely bunch of flowers every so often, but if you've got a wedding or big event, they are a safe pair of hands!

Exquisite is in the "I wish" category of gift shops. "I wish" I could afford these beautiful gifts,…read more"I wish" I had someone to buy that scented paperweight for, "I wish" I knew why I never thought of going to Exquisite for so and so...and the list goes on. One "I wish" that has been a possibility, and indeed a reality, is "I wish" I could have a peep in Exquisite sometime. This came to be a couple of months back, and again two days ago. Oooh goody. Exquisite really could not have a more appropriate name. The shop oozes style and glamour, its stunning gift and jewellery range exuding charm. With names such as Couer de Lion, Shira, Pilgrim and Jackie Brazil jewellery all featuring in the jewellery section, you know this is going to be snazzy stuff. I love the fancy belts and buckles - cowhides, gems, embellishments galore. The kids clothing range is absolutely gorgeous, and would make a really special gift for a little 'un. Exquisite also stocks incredibly diverse gifts, from Lilly Flame candles to Dora designs scented paper weights, from East of India ribbon to umbrellas and lampshades. There is certainly plenty to choose from. One final "I wish". I wish I could buy the whole shop...

I really do like this shop. It's lovely for a browse or to pick up some small item like a nice…read moredesigner piece of wrapping paper or a funky little card. The only problem I have with Exquisite is that it is too expensive. They sell the most darling little outfits for babies and toddlers as well as gorgeous little unique books and toys but be prepared to pay through the nose for the bits and bobs baby will grow out of very fast. I recently picked up a cool little outfit in the sales for a new born baby and was chuffed that it was reduced way way down to £5.00. I also bought my nephew a little wooden trike designed like a cow. it is totally beautiful but completely impractical as the wheels are so spinning the wee man nearly crashes every time he gets on - obviously not the shops fault but it is being sold for aged one!? anyways, they also sell Pilgrim jewelry and lovely hair pieces for that special occasion - just be prepared to dig deep into the old wallet.

This is a pretty small store but is very well stocked. opposite birthdays in connswater you can not…read moremiss it. The staff are very friendly and will go out of their way to help you find the perfect gift.