While taking a stroll through Old Town, we stumbled upon Toby's Candle shop. They have 4 different…read morehands-on activities to choose from for kids, and my son wanted to dip his own candle and choose his own colors. There were a variety of candle shapes to choose from at different price points. He opted for the boat, which was about $8. You first pay for your candle, then an employee attaches a string and hook so you can start dipping. There were several colors to choose from. After selecting his colors, my son was patient between each dip as you have to wait 15 seconds to dry. You do have to be careful not to drop your candle into the colored wax because otherwise you're done for and candle is gone. He had a great experience and really enjoyed seeing his candle come together after each dip. The shop itself is pretty small so it can feel crowded very quickly, but the candle dipping experience was fun.

Took a friend here for her birthday. Process is pretty easy and simple. A young lady at the…read moreregister was very pleasant and nice on explaining how the process works. Cute and clean shop. Highly recommend

LOVE LOVE LOVE this hidden gem!!!! If you've got great taste…read moreor you're the type that has no clue what to buy someone, you've got to come check out this boutique in Little Italy!!! It's a destination by itself, but if you've got time, make a day of it by grabbing a gorgeous flower petal cake slice at the bakery next door, then walk around Little Italy (aka Restaurant Row) where you'll find lots of great choices for lunch & dinner. BUT FIRST SHOP -since hours are limited and you won't want to miss this shopping experience! You'll find lots of unique gifts, items to decorate your home, and even jewelry & scents that anyone would love to receive! I had way too much fun looking at every single thing in the store. If I could, I'd take it all. If you want a gift, invite me to your next party cuz I'm just dying to shop here again! On your way in, tell Sean I sent you! He's not only the owner, he's also the creative genius behind everything you see. So if you're looking for something special and don't see it, I'd check with him to see if he can order it. SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES SUPPORT LOCAL

We were staying downtown and stopped in Love & Aesthetics as we were walking by. The store has some…read morecute and unique items for sale an a very cute dog for petting. My husband found a couple bar soaps that smelled really nice. One was on sale for 50% off so a great deal! Service was very friendly and fast.

My co-worker was telling me about Home + Hound and how is was so cute with all of the dog…read moreaccessories. She was going on and on about H+H she even had come over to her desk so she could show me their website. Yes they had a lot of very cute dog stuff like leashes, collars, and harnesses that you most likely couldn't get anywhere else. I was in the area and said I have to stop by and show some love. The shop is small, very cute, and very well organized. There is a home section and the dog section is in the back. I was very impressed with this shop because the items that they have is pretty much one of a kind. Much of my focus was on the dog section and the quality of the items were amazing. Next time I'll pay more attention to the home section. Every time I'm in the area I'll stop by to see what's new. Great job Home + Hound!!!

Very cute boutique, very hygge with tons of beige, neutral tones, earthy, creme and white gift…read moreitems. Well, I am the queen of color so left empty handed (for me) but spotted many interesting and practical gifts for my friends with dogs, so even if initially did not realize what things they were selling in this store, then I got great ideas for gifts. Dog accessories are a must these days!

Beautiful and well organized boutique by colors and salt-peppered with nice smelling candles and…read moresoaps and jewelry and plants. Exactly what you would expect at a dreamy boutique. I felt very welcomed and was able to browse all I wanted even though my main intention was to go to the nearby dessert place (I had not been in Bankers Hill for years so this was a pleasant surprise). I will make sure I stop by next time and see if there is something I can get for myself or friends. Cute table and chairs outside to enjoy coffee and people passing by as well.

Love this cute little store filled with that boho style look for women. Overall their clothes are…read moresuper cute and they also have different beauty products. Bought a yin and yang circular bag and also somebody oils and body wash. I wanted to buy a few clothes but the sizing and fitting weren't working for me. But they were cute-looking. I found this place on Yelp and this store was what I would think a person needs if you like that summer beach look.

I have been shopping at Kiko + Sven for the past several years. It was one of the first stores I…read morelearned about when I went to the very first Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll, which is a local, annual sip and shop event. I then went back to do a little holiday shopping, and have been back many times since. I am also happy that the shop continues to host a spirt stop on the stroll. Kiko + Sven is a tiny shop with a lot of cute items. Some appear handmade and other are just cute or unique. They probably have more jewelry than anything. It is mostly dainty gold and silver, some with long beads and some made from clay. They have a back wall that is full of greeting cards, and a section of toddler and baby items. There are usually quite a few candles and soaps, and a small amount of cocktail/cooking supplies. All of it calls out to me... and makes me want to spend money. They also have a rack of clothing in the shop, and usually a sale rack outside. I have bought a couple of tops and a cute shawl there in the past, but since the selection is so small, I often don't find any clothing that either is my size or style. I think it is a great shop to browse and find something unecspected. As it is very small, the times I went looking for something more specific for gifts, it has been a bit hit or miss. Their stock varies over time and you may or may not luck out. All in all, if you are shopping or eating on Adams, go check it out. It's really fun to browse and you may find something you like. Also, they will make you an account so you can put your phone number in for discounts without any coupons or solicitaitons.

I truly love this little shop in normal heights. It's a hidden gem and I love going there to find…read moreunique gifts. There is a little something for everyone. I always look forward to going in there to see what they have. Also the service is always helpful and can answer any questions you may have. They also support local artists and there always new items to see when you go in. Also if you are a plant lover they have unique ones as well as pots too.

Gold Leaf is one of my absolute favorite small‑business shops -- the kind of place where you can…read moretruly find something for everyone. It's perfect for gifting: they carry a wide range of cookbooks, jewelry, home and kitchen items, candles, perfumes, cards, and tons more. Whether it's a housewarming, birthday, or a "just because" moment, this is always one of my go‑to spots. I love that they wrap purchases in pretty tissue paper, making every gift feel intentional and ready to give. The store is full of little treasures, so take your time -- there's a lot to explore. Gold Leaf is also part of a small cluster of connected shops right in the heart of South Park, which makes it even more fun to wander around and browse. A charming, thoughtful, beautifully curated shop that never disappoints.

Cute, cute little shop!…read more My FAVORITE thing about this small shop is the worker doesn't harass you the whole time. (Thank the lord!) I love boutique stores but hate when they follow you around/pressure you to buy. A hello, asked if we need anything, and friendly service on the way out. Service 5/5. Simple yet effective. Select is adorable. Some expensive but they do have quite a few reasonably priced items. I originally went for a journal and really love the selection of everything they had. Fun artsy items. Also seemed to carry alot of smaller business (which I love!) If are looking for cute niche items -this is your place. I will be back! :)

Once you have been friends with someone for years and know all their tastes and little guilty…read morepleasures, it is virtually impossible to come up with a birthday gift. Totally by accident stumbled upon Lini Skinfoos "make your own perfume oil scent" masterclass and gave it as a present to my perfume-addict bestie. God did we have an amazing time; great coaching, a lot of patience, amazing insights and overall an amazing experience all around. Highly recommend as a "friends' night out" or a corporate team building, or just a treat to yourself.

Lini skinfood offers workshops for oils and candles it's a hidden gem in uptown San Diego !…read more It's a good date idea or trying to impress your partner . I took my lady here and it was a one on one class showing us how to mix different types of oils learned a lot ! We were all able to bring our own drinks which was cool! Price was worth it ! It was creative and fun and our instructor made it special overall thank you for everybody highly recommended!!!!! Check them out yall!

Cute little boutique store that sells endless amounts of cards (birthday, anniversary, special…read moreoccasion, etc) and unique trinkets of all kinds. The owner is super nice: it's his hobby to travel to different places and events and buy things he finds interesting. I personally got a Chinese solo tea cup that has a removable cup with holes for loose leaves.

I'm not sure why With Love's reviews transferred over to Lewis Fay Home, which is the shop that…read moretook over that space when With Love closed down. Lewis Fay Home is...strange. They sell way too many things without specializing in any one thing. For example, they have cards, perfume, lotions, I think I saw sunglasses there once, tchotkokes, and then the other side of the shop seems to be more about cooking stuff. I bought a cool set of glasses there when they first opened up, but every time I go in there, nobody helps me, and I feel like I'm intruding. So I've stopped going in. Anyway, my larger original review is NOT for Lewis Fay Home, it was for With Love, which was a completely different and very wonderful shop.

The owner is intuitive, kind, and helpful. The selection is fantastic and she can also help guide…read moreyou toward products if you're not certain what you're looking for. It did not feel "sales-y" but truly from a place of guidance and help.

Went in because I needed spiritual guidance regarding my life and marriage. I asked for a reading…read more I ended up getting a shell reading which was the first time I've ever had one. The man behind the counter set everything up and within the first question and things he said, I knew this was what I needed. He confirmed things he would not have known about me or my husband. I'm not a skeptic but I wasn't sure what to expect. After the first sentence and as he described in detail what I was going through, I felt reassured. I felt like this Botanica had the answers I needed and it did. Im glad I came in when I did.

Loved this store! What an amazing experience to choose what surprise bag spoke to you!read more

passed by this shop and went in with my friends. we ended up getting matching zodiac bracelets and…read morethey're so cute and not expensive. will be wearing it everyday! the cashier was also very nice and accommodating. def recommend!