First time attending and it was an experience…read more Pros - wide variety of unique holiday items to purchase as Christmas decorations or to buy as gifts for people, benches for customers to sit/rest and Santa was there in case you wanted your picture taken with the big guy. Cons - It costs $9 to get into the market ($8 if you are over 60 or military), many of the decorations like wreaths and whatnot were pricey, it was pretty crowded and about half of the people were not wearing masks. I enjoyed seeing so many holiday items in 1 place. But besides a lovely wine slushie stand, there wasn't really anything that made me want to pull out my credit card. I'm undecided if I'll return next year.

For 25 years The Christmas Carousel has operated in the Jim Graham Building on the NC State…read moreFairgrounds on Thanksgiving Weekend. The main focus of the show is a showcase of unique handcrafted items that are great Christmas gifts. Among the many things available are food items such as jams, pickles, soup mixes, cocoa, and sauces, jewelry, Christmas decorations, art, locally made soaps, pet items, and clothing. There are a few booths for other companies such as cell phone service and subscriptions for the local daily newspaper. There is a nice mix of vendors so most everyone can find something of interest. Santa Claus is there to speak with the children, and entertainment such as carolers usually roam through the show. Layout of the show is well done. Aisles give enough space so those that are stopped at a particular booth are not clogging the walkways for those going by. There are also well placed seating near Santa and in the back "food court" for those needing a rest during the visit. Pricing for most items seem to be in the low to moderate range,

I love doing the craft events. They are always so creative and fun! The store is extremely cozy and…read morewell decorated. I love all the unique items for book lovers and crafters. The prices are good for a local business. The service is always great! The owner is super sweet and definitely put her love into the store.

Super fun shop and crafting! Great for hanging out with friends and making new things.read more

Love this store! So much to see and so many unique brands and artists…read more We spent about 1/2 hour in Deco Raleigh, but could have stayed longer and spent a lot of money. Bought a clever dish towel from BlueQ, some magnets, bookmarks and some very unique gifts. Highly recommend!

This place had a big variety of items and the staff was very nice. would definitely recommend this…read moreplace to anyone visiting North Carolina for the first time.

If you're looking for fun, pretty or just cute, paper for party invitations, or announcements for a…read moregraduation, a wedding or baby shower, or just want your own personalized stationery, journal, or stamp, Cute Buttons would be a good place to check out. If you aren't looking for paper supplies, but instead want some offbeat or whimsical gifts, then you might find it here. Some items are made by local arts-and-crafts creative people using ordinary items like bottle caps made into magnets or scrapbook pages made into picture frames. They even carry some soap and lotion made with honey from North Carolina hives. The t-shirts are funky and modern and not at all like you find in the mass retail shops. Overall, a nice local store to get a not-so-ordinary gift or create your own personalized stationery reflective of the real you.

Alice is there owner and helped me out tremendously getting cardstock and envelopes for my business.read more

Our family was in town for a soccer tournament, and I was on the hunt for an artisan gallery. Snce…read morethis was my first visit to Raleigh, I wanted to take home something handmade from the area. I found the Cocoon Gallery on Yelp, which far exceeded my expectations. First, the historic town of Apwx, NC, is picturesque and charming. My only regret in stopping here is that we arrived after some of the other wonderful shops had closed for the evening. We will definitely be back! The Cocoon Gallery has a terrific selection of pottery, handbags, and jewelry, and the woman who helped us was friendly and welcoming. After debating over several gorgeous and affordable pieces, I ended up purchasing a long pair of dangling earrings made of brass and sterling. They are so prettt and lightweight, I cannot wait to wear them. I highly recommend that you visit the Cocoon Gallery, whether it's a special gift you need or a small indulgence for yourself. Just make sure you allow enough time to walk the street and visit the other shops too.

This store has so many unique gifts. The staff is very friendly and can answer questions on…read moreparticular items. I tried the "felting" craft and really loved it. The also had a in-store water color artists do a class that I signed up for and that was fun and I learned a lot! Highly recommend!

Homebody's is located in Downtown Wake Forest. It has moved next to Sweet Magnolias so it is more…read morevisible from White Street. The entrance is on the street level but stairs are required to visit the eclectic shop. They do have a webpage you can order from if stairs are an issue for you. I first found Homebody's during a Ladies Night on White as I wouldn't have stumbled onto it on my own as the entrance was in the back. But the unique items in the store were enough to bring me back. Besides the shop, in which you will find candles; stationery; clothing; baby items; items for the home; self care; and much more, they also offer workshops so you can learn some new skills. If you are in Downtown Wake Forest and looking for the perfect gift for someone make sure to stop in Homebody's.

A friend gifted me a workshop at Homebody's. I chose the to paint mountains with Smitten in a…read moreMitten. Everything was set up when we arrived. Four people to a class so everyone got plenty of attention/help as needed. Directions were simple to follow and the laid back vibe to the class really made it not intimidating! Each participant was encouraged to choose colors they wanted not to just follow the example. We plan on coming back for another workshop soon...maybe macramé!!

What a fun experience we all had this past Sunday. My daughter, her girlfriend and her daughter all…read morechose pottery painting, and I chose the Faux Stained Glass. I couldn't resist the Cardinal! The staff members were very helpful and explained things very well. I am looking forward to seeing the final products. In the area, Check them Out! PS We loved how everything turned out!

They are so nice and helpful here. I love it! They let me…read morebring my ceramic to acrylic paint.

I arrived on a rainy Thursday night. The space was very nice and well-lit, creating a warm and…read morewelcoming atmosphere. I enjoyed the candle-making experience with White Street Market. All of the scents were incredible, and I'm especially pleased with the lemongrass and sage blend (I believe that's the scent I chose). There were a plethora of candle scent selections I was just drawn to lemongrass. There was a wide variety on candles on sale for purchase. A great value for last minute gift ideas. Yuki was so pleasant and welcoming, and I truly appreciated her patience as I asked the same questions multiple times. lol Her support made the experience even better, and I'm grateful for her help with my candle. It was a wonderful experience overall! I was hoping for more opportunities to personalize the branding of my candle. Perhaps you could include blank stickers featuring the Candle Shop name with a space for customers to write our name or intention of their creation. I think this would add an extra layer of value and a personal touch for your customers. Just a suggestion!"

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday because we both love candles and I thought he'd love the…read morechance to create his own. We had such a great time! The process was really fun and we had a great time doing it together. The staff were really kind and patient and took their time to make sure that we were happy. The atmosphere was fun and relaxing. I can't wait to go back! It was definitely worth the money!