This gift shop is amazing! They have all kinds of plants, vintage dishes and glassware, new art…read moredecor items, handmade cards, jewelry, etc. Check them out on FB or Insta (huckleberryhome515) because they have sales. I got a GORGEOUS begonia on sale the day before Valentine's Day. I should have gotten the stained glass sunflower piece too. And a candle. And a vase. The nice sales lady said that if there's a specific plant I am looking for, the owner can try to get it for me. If I lived nearby, I would! Go here and find all the unique decor and gift items you never knew you needed.

Huckleberry Home always has a wonderful selection of treasures and art. A warm and welcoming…read moreatmosphere for anyone who wants to browse, enjoy local art, and find a welcoming space.

Cute little jewelry store in the East Village…read more Staff are very friendly and greet you when you walk in even on a busy small business Saturday event. That is very impressive. They are not on top of you but available for questions. The store is filled with fashion jewelry for all. It is not packed with items but tastefully displayed so you can truly see the items. This is very much appreciated. There is an amazing couch to lounge on as well if you need to rest for a bit or deliberate how many pieces you need to purchase. If you are looking for that piece to enhance your outfit give them a try.

Such an adorable shop, bought a cute bracelet from here, the lady was super friendly, however I…read morewent online and found the artist who made it and realized I overpaid about $70 more dollars than what he sells it for, but overall it's a cute place with pretty jewelry.

always an adventure at Enchanted Beauty You never know what…read morebeautiful things you might find! The atmosphere is lovely, the service is awesome and the selection is out of this world! Definitely a place you should visit and a place. I will be going back to over and over. I'm sure because the value is wonderful.

Nestled in the great area of Valley Junction. This fun place is bright and full of smiles. Parking…read moreis like any place in Valley Junction. Street parking is available, or you can find a lot close by. You almost get knocked back when you walk in the door with all the smell. That is to be expected when you are making smelly things. LOL Happily they have coffee beans to help your nose along the way. Our friend set up the appointment for a Thursday evening. We got there on time minus one. It was just a girls night out of 4. We confirmed with the staff that we were not going to hold up anyone if we started late. There was no worry. Lots of room and time. The staff was great and walked us through the steps. You get to pick out your vessel. If you don't want a candle they also have room spray and diffuser options. Then you pick out your 4 favorite smells. Our 4th showed up around this time and we chilled while she got caught up. There was 2 candles and 2 room sprays being made. Our instructor was great help. We all started with the same basics. You get a little tray with all your needed items. She helps you combine 2 of your 4 scents that you liked. We giggled as we "huffed" the scents to make sure that was what we wanted. Then you get to color your sticker for your item. The sticker on your vessel will allow you to bring it back for discounted refills. With the room spray she brings out the distilled water and witch hazel. She walked us through the proportions to put into our bottles. Then to complete with the water and witch hazel. Simple and easy. It was ready to take home. A few extra steps for the candles. You put in the wicks, the mixing of the oils smells into the wax. It gets mixed and then it has to sit and get picked up the next day. Overall its a simple process but there are so many smells to choose from that are offered at the store. It was a fun girls evening activity. If you do a candle it can be $20 and up depending on your vessel. The room spray was just at $19. So you can have this fun without breaking the bank or go crazy and get multiple options.

We planned a great day of bachelorlette party adventures and Candle Bar was our first stop…read more Unfortunately there was a miscommunication with our reservation and we didn't get to participate. I, the bride got to make a beautiful candle for free and we were provided with gift cards to use when we are able to travel back to town. I enjoyed this experience even though it wasn't ideal that my bridal party didn't get to participate and we would love to come back and get to experience it together next time!

I had a rough idea of a project to make for my granddaughter and the staff was thoughtful in…read morelistening to my questions and very helpful in creating my design. Big kudos to Matthew for taking an interest in bringing my vision to life.

I was looking for something to do, and I found this potter painting shop! It was a relaxing way to…read moreget out my creative energy! When I walked in, they showed me where to get the pottery, how to use the glaze paint, and an instruction card with how to paint it! I chose a mug, and painted potted plants all along the bottom. I may not be a great or even good artist, but it was nice to try something new! You pay for the time and the piece, so prices will vary and they are labeled under the pottery pieces. I painted a regular mug, and for spending an hour and half, I only paid less than $30. Highly recommend!

Handmade, handcrafted, amazing items…read more I was introduced too this lovely store through a yelp party. This is a new location for this store. The owner has expanded and this location holds all types of wonderful items from artists from across the country. The selection is not overwhelming but gives you plenty to look through. I will probably be back for Lego earrings or hope someone I know sees this and knows that I like them. Wink wink. I really love the IOWA love this owner has as do the many artists displayed there. I really fell for the prints that were being displayed and some of the IOWA jewelry up to purchase. Lots of unique gifts for someone who has everything. Right in the new building by RayGuns new location, this store is a beautiful addition to our Des Moines east side.

This place has a nice charm! Accessories were nicely arranged. I like the way they had arranged…read moredifferent kinds of stuff on the tables on the walls and so on. The owners were super friendly. I talked with them about their passion & how did they came up with such different business idea. Everything in the store was unique & would depict hardwrork. The selection of goods would make you happy. Overall nice cozy place. you fill find something for yourself or your loved one of any age.

A great overall vibe, kind staff, and attractive content throughout Sisters made this a fun first…read morevisit during our initial trek to Valley Junction's weekly Farmers Market (which is very fun, BTW). Their store on Historic 5th Street flows well, with an array of exciting items in abundance, including artwork, fun crafts, and hip clothing. It is well-priced. I got a good card and eyeglasses, and I'm grateful to staffer Jill for her customer service and friendly manner. We will return!

Cottage by the Creek is now available Valley West Mall at the 35th street I-235 exit at the…read moresouthwest entrance. This is still a fabulous shop even though it is no longer in a cottage by the creek... my go-to place to buy home accents, wedding gifts, holiday ornaments, and gifts for girls and women. The owner is filled with creative ideas.

In a charming neighborhood, you will find Cottage by the Creek, in Des Moines, Iowa…read more It is a quaint cottage surrounded by a flower-filled yard and trees. When you open the door, you meet a perfectly delightful and friendly shop owner. There is a wonderful variety of merchandise that would please a diverse array of shoppers....jewelry, clothing, kitchen items, large assortment of beautiful French tablecloths, home decor and much more. I bought two great necklaces made from Tagua seeds from Ecuador. I just love them and have received many compliments when I wear them. They are so attractive and unique. I also purchased a gorgeous rectangular French tablecloth in blues and yellows and some cute kitchen towels. In my shopping I also acquired a stylish top with a lacy edge and a fishnet type top to go with it. The shopkeeper also has many artistic wind chimes for your patio. Mine has a metallic dragonfly and colorful beads. If you can't make it to her shop, she also has a stall at the awesome Des Moines Farmers Market every Saturday for 6 months of the year. That's another thing that you should definitely experience! What a great little shop, full of such interesting things! Wish it was in my city!