So love painting with Annie Sloan chalk paints and waxes. Really takes no special skills, Just a…read morevision. You can't mess it up. Seriously Watch some videos and you'll see

This spot opened early 2018 in the Middletown shops Livery Stable and is open Tues-Sat from 11a-4p…read more It's super cozy when you walk in and carries farmhouse decor throughout. It strikes a good balance of having plenty to look at, but not becoming overwhelming. The items for Thanksgiving and Christmas were nicely included in the shop's current offerings and matched the rest of the decor perfectly. It sounds simple but I think stores that can do this really understand who they are, and have an eye to make it happen. In the back of the store is a small workshop. They will soon be decorating trays, teaching how to apply transfers and stamping holiday bags. If you enjoy these opportunities for creativity, follow their social media pages for updates. The coolest item that caught our eye was a vinyl rug. You can select from a variety of designs and it's easy to mop clean. We're intrigued - it would be great for our foyer where muddy shoes come through.

This shop is amazing for garden and outdoor lovers - and that doesn't mean you have to have a green…read morethumb and enjoy growing things, just appreciate creating a relaxing, pretty spot to be. You'll find a large variety of each item you'd expect to see (as compared to the patio section of your typical retail store) such as planters, bird feeders, rain gauges, stone figures, water features, artwork, etc. They also carry several items for memorial pieces - stones, benches, chimes. A few live plants are available but this isn't a large focus of the shop. While I think most pieces look like quality items, I struggled with the pricing. The options weren't different enough to convince me to spend the extra dollars, especially when it'll be outside in the elements and may not last several years.

Secret Garden is such an adorable garden/home decor shop!!…read more When you live in a tiny apartment like me you're not really into home decor, but I still love to look through it and see what I can find! Secret Garden offers even more than that too - gifts, soaps, baby stuff...all kinds of cute items! The women who work here are super sweet! Two of them came up to me offering help, also mentioning the store was having a 'birthday party' the following day with cake and wine for customers. This is a great place to browse if you love home decor, especially for outdoors!

My SIL gave me a gift card for The Urban Market and while running errands I enjoyed a leisurely…read morestroll through the store. I think I looked at everything twice! I'd describe this store as a boutique catering to women with clothing, jewelry and home decor; however, they do offer children's items and a small area with men's personal items. I was excited to see various Duke Cannon soaps. My husband loves this brand and I grabbed one to save for Father's Day. Another area made for anyone is the kitchen area with decor and food items, including hot jellies and seasonings. For me I picked up a small jar of honey to go with cheese and crackers. I also snagged a glass marked "The Good Shit" which I'm keeping for my best friend. He'll appreciate the humor and having his special glass during happy hour. I experienced friendly service and watched others get the same. I shared my email and phone number for specials and promotions. I loved that they offer gift wrapping, regardless of the items size or price. I'd picked out 3 small gifts and that look nicely put together. This is a great perk!

The urban market is a nice store that I visited while I was in the area. I was looking for a…read moreshopping gift for my wife and I came across a really nice shoes for her

Chick A D's...definitely not a fun place to shop for me. I entered early with no other customers…read morein sight. I had a specific brand that I was eager to buy. The unenthusiastic shop person led me to the location and pretty much ignored me. After making my selection, I scouted around the shop totally ignored by the two shop ladies even though I made several attempts to engage them by offering compliments on the variety and selection of items. After purchasing over 100$ worth of items, they proceeded to wrap them talking to each other and acting as if I wasn't a customer standing across the desk. Really , I can't remember the last time I've been treated so rudely. I could have gone on line and purchased the very same items but chose to support a local shop instead. I'll think twice before entering this store again. I deserve better.

Fun local shop for gifts. Ladies that work here are super helpful and friendly. Great spot for…read moreteacher gifts, shower gifts or a little something for yourself.

This charming gift shop is chock full of amazing items. While it is small, it packs a huge punch!…read moreTheir merchandise is beautifully and artfully arranged and includes a large variety of items: placemats, napkins, tableware, mugs, kitchen towels, and more. The shop features mostly kitchen, party, food, and dish ware. There is so much to seasonally brighten one's living space or for hosting parties. This is definitely the place to shop for unique housewarming, birthday, and wedding gifts. Dedicated parking is available in front of the building. The shop is located on Old Shelbyville Rd, in the historic Middletown area.

Very friendly owner welcomed me in, I'd seen this place each time I get my nails done nearby but…read morewas never sure what the store was. So glad I walked I. To check out all the beautiful dining pieces, cute decor items, children's gift items, and more! So many great little gift ideas! Of course I bought a few things! The owner said that the displays are updated frequently, from the pet items display to seasonal displays, and there is a birthday item section too! Saw the cutest decorative glass pumpkins and am working on convincing my hubby that I really do need a small "pumpkin patch" of these beautiful whimsical pumpkins for Fall! I will definitely be back in!

My husband and I had a nice visit during Black Friday. The shop is geared toward women, from…read morejewelry to clothing and home decor. The shop offers several items that you don't need but will want - and is great for picking up a gift. Price points will vary so I believe you have a good chance of keeping within budget. Prickly Pear is locally owned. The team is welcoming and upbeat, and I appreciated my gift was beautifully bagged for Christmas.

The sandwiches was subpar and could use more love. Hopefully it was a one off!…read more I will go back again.

Incredible customer service, beautiful designs, & both Shane and Donna are amazing interior…read moredesigners! 100% recommend. Whether you're looking for a simple accessory for your living room or a complete house interior renovation, Dwellings is the place to go.

Beautiful store, with pieces ranging from trendy to timeless. The employees were friendly and…read morehelpful, and the store felt spacious and bright. (Parking is even available right outside!)

You can find almost any kind of home decor here. Rugs, chairs, side tables, every decorative pillow…read moreyou can imagine. Wall art, fake flowers, patio decor. You name it, it's At home for your home lol They also have some good sales after each holiday is over. My sister & I had a good time just browsing the store & getting a few seasonal summer items.

Stopped in to look at some decor options for the new recoding studio and art studio... and…read moreobviously looked around everywhere else. Sooooo much so much to look at. Only thing that was lacking was the bedding department still. However the decorative pillows are absolutely abundant and diverse. Excellent selection!

This is one of my favorite interior design shops in Louisville. The merchandise is gorgeous and…read moreperfectly staged with the optimal balance. The textures and colors are just beautiful. They have something for everyone's home: Lamps, Art, Wall Decor, Furniture, Vases, Rugs, Drapery, and the design knowledge to put it all together. I always find something perfect for my home every time I visit the store. Thank you Robin for the perfect shop!

From the owner: Robin's Nest Interiors is an Interior Design Shop in Louisville, KY…read more Visit our website for a full list of the services we offer and to book a consultation online. By Appointment Only.

Holy moly is this the place to be on a rainy weekend. My best friend and I recently visited, and…read morethe parking lot was packed. And the inside of the Middletown Peddlers Mall? Packed as well, with all manner of knickknacks, antiques and weird odds and ends. I wouldn't go looking for one thing in particular. It's likely better if you go to have fun browsing, and then any great finds are the cherries on top. MPM is a bit of a maze, so it seems like you want to block out at least an hour to peruse. We saw furniture, toys, books, clothes, housewares, records, jewelry and more, dating back to several time periods and decades. I ended up buying sheet music for jazz tunes that mention "Kentucky" and "Louisville" in the titles that I plan to frame at some point. The prices on most items seemed reasonable, but it can vary booth to booth. If you fancy yourself an antique lover, bargain hunter or just like looking at weird and beautiful things, this is a place to check out.

I like popping in here at the Middletown location just to see what's new. It's fun to walk the…read moreaisles and find something you did ( or didn't ) know you needed! There are tons of booths and everyone prices their wares differently but you can find good deals. Good value for the most part. Today I found an item I was interested in that sadly had no price, so I took it to the front desk and they were very helpful and called the owner of that booth, but had to leave a voicemail. Unfortunately I had to leave before they got an answer, but they took my name and number and called about 5 minutes after I left. I couldn't return but so appreciated their help! It's fun to walk around here, but also it feels dated and cluttered sometimes. Plan to spend time to enjoy looking at everything if this is your cup of tea!!