Pocketful of Posies is one of my favorite local shops. They always have amazing gift ideas for baby…read moreshowers, bridal showers, closing gifts, birthdays, and just because. The service is always wonderful, so friendly and helpful, and they make shopping easy. I love that they have such a great mix of home decor, jewelry, clothing, and unique finds. Their gift wrapping is beautiful too, which makes every present feel extra special.

Looking for a gift for a friend or simply want to treat yourself with something nice? At a…read morePocketful of Posies you will get lost in all the great finds this small and might boutique has to offer. The shop is carefully curated and laid out. Upon walking in, the shop felt small, but all the little nooks and corners made it feel large. Something new to see at every turn. They sell some of the softest t-shirts, delightful scented organic soap bars, cutest stuffed toys and fun quirky gifts. My favorite part was the wall of teas and honey. I will definitely return if I have to find a thoughtful and special gift for a birthday, Christmas or baby shower. I liked how each shelf was a vibe. There was a section with "plant lady" gifts for the friend or loved one that is talented in the garden. They had a rather large area filled will baby clothes, toys, and the recently popular Jellycat plushies (they were SUPER soft). I personally love going to a boutique like this to find a gift rather than ordering online. A Pocket Full of Posies is hidden as I discovered it while on my way to Perk On Main. It's located INSIDE the Main Street Market building. There is, conveniently, a large parking lot with access from the backside of the building. There is also street parking in the front as well, look for the big sign "Main Street Market," sandwiched between Perk On Main and Pokemoto. Parking is $1/hour or free on Sundays.

Tucked away in Durham is a decorator's dream store. We received a friendly greeting as we entered…read more My wife was admiring the gorgeous vignettes in each area throughout. Their jewelry, clothing, candles, and gorgeous floral arrangements were beautifully displayed. Something for every place in your home or great gift items.

Beautiful gift store with lovely things for the holidays.read more

They erase bad reviews, worst business ever... not a single helpful or even an approachable…read moreemployee on site

This is a great shop if you are sourcing things to practice your craft. Really good selection of…read morebooks, lots of raw ingredients for creating recipes. They will order books for you and will also suggest companion books for your next read. I always find something on my wishlist when I go there, and the staff are so nice to deal with.

Wondered in while exploring Middletown after a family lunch and it was the highlight of our…read moreafternoon. The Man Cave and She Shed Too is a cool shop with witty, hilarious, and fun items. There is something for everyone in every corner for plant lovers, drink enthusiasts, motorheads, and any other niche you can think of. There were hats, bags, jewelry, chocolates, snacks, soaps, candles, and items with jokey says. Most items appeared high quality and reasonably priced. We purchased a few items and completing some holiday shopping off of our lists. We were surprised to find thoughtful gifts for family and coworkers, especially if they have a sense of humor. If you happen to be on Main Street in Middletown, you have to check out The Man Cave and the She Shed Too! It's near the Perk On Main.

Are you looking to be more eco-conscious? Stop by Eco Reboot in Chester to learn ways to cut waste,…read moreplastics and be more sustainable. The shop is small, but I love checking out the unique gifts, candles, soap, reusable food containers and more. They have a refill station for dish soap, hand sanitizer, laundry detergent and other household cleaners too. How it works? Bring in a container or jar from home or you can purchase one at the shop, you are charged by the once. They have a variety of scents available that smell fresh and natural, but if you are allergic to scents like me, they have unscented/hypoallergenic. A lot of the items Eco Reboot sells are super practical and simple to incorporate everyday. The prices are a little high, but they sell good quality products that will save you money in the long run and make the Earth more happy! They sell a lot of made in Connecticut items which reduces their own carbon footprint. I personally love the shampoo bars, bees wax wraps, and reusable coffee filters and tea bags. Eco Reboot is on Main Street with some off street parking. There are designated public parking lots near by that will make a nice walk.

Tiny little shop with some great staple items. My sister got some good looking balls and rolling…read morepin. They had an assortment of home items like a natural block of dish soap and other items like that as well. Definitely a worthy stop.

Perfect addition to the little town of East Hampton. It's a fun little shop for the best gifts…read more From soap to scarves to trinkets. There's always something new so be sute to visit often!

Due to a random search engine when looking up a certain topic, I came across this stuffed animal…read morethat I couldn't resist to buy. And it came from this shop all the way from Connecticut. I was happy to find out that they offered shipping and so off I went and supported this small business. After the purchase, I looked over what else they sold and noticed, they have a lot of cute items! From jewelry to knick knacks and awesome greeting cards. A lot of handmade stuff. It's really a cute boutique, I plan on purchasing from them again soon. The only bummer was the cost of shipping due to the size, but the items arrived ALOT sooner than expected, being that I'm in Colorado, that was a plus. I would definitely recommend this shop. Kerri, the owner, was very sweet and quick to respond to questions I had. Thanks so much for your great service! (The bag the stuffed animals came in are awesome, too. They're like a denim-type material. Will definitely hold a lot of their toys and come in handy. Hehehe.)

The owner of Lake View Creations did a great job on my custom Irish Wolfhound mugs…read moreLove them!

Tapestry Rose is a fabulous little gift shop located in the old train station in Rocky Hill…read more I walked in there today to stumble on the most wonderful array of gifts and trinkets for that someone that has everything. There are glass vases, picture frames, unique bookmarks...handbags, martini sets, salad sets etc. There are beautifully decorated Christmas Trees with all of the gorgeous ornaments (some glass blown) available for purchase. There is a section with gifts for children, a selection of fabulous music, and a unique array of handmade jewelry. What I liked most is that some things benefited a group or a cause if purchased. This is a great little gift shop that I know I'll visit several times this holiday season.

Love this store ! Beautiful inviting shop . Nice staff , there done lots for the community such…read moreas a l local fundraising and helped raise money for the local dog park . Always donated for worthy cause. Nice relaxing landmark in Rocky Hill Connecticut and tourist coming across the Connecticut River. Very unique !!

Christina and Maddie are exceptional! My grandmother's engagement ring is over 100 years old. It is…read morethe only tangible connection I have to her and to my grandfather, whom I never met. The ring setting was bent and Maddie treated it with love, compassion, care and unbelievable skill. She repaired it, literally while I waited! Christina invested her time and attention to understanding the story behind the ring and why it's importance to me matters more than anything. I cannot say enough about Malloves Jewelers in Middletown- exceptional, genuine, knowledgeable.. the customer service is unreal. I will absolutely return to have the setting reinforced. I know Maddie will take good care of it! I am also bringing my mom back to have her ring looked over. There is no one else I trust! Malloves is the best there is!

Thank you, Pedro, for helping us throughout this wedding journey. Pedro helped my fiancé create the…read moreengagement ring that was absolutely perfect for me. He is friendly, genuine, attentive, and incredibly honest. My fiancé originally came in just for my engagement ring, but we ended up purchasing my two bands, his wedding band, and all of my wedding jewelries here as well. There are so many beautiful options to choose from, and if we couldn't find something specific, Pedro always found a way to make it happen. We truly love doing business with Pedro and have decided this is the store we'll continue trusting for years to come. Any future gifts--from jewelry to watches--will definitely be purchased here. Highly recommended!