If you like textiles, fabrics, design and gorgeous things then chances are you probably already…read morelove Chee Soon & Fitzgerald. This tiny interiors store on Crown Street stocks everything from furniture, wallpaper, lamps, bags and purses, cards, wrapping papers and all sorts of small design pieces. There's a good selection of designers wares including Marimekko and Georg Jensen as well as beautiful pieces by the stores own CSF brand. The owners are passionate and love to talk you through the pieces and the history of the store.

Textiles! Furniture!…read moreDecorative arts! These dapper chaps have been celebrating life and furnishings for 18 years, first at Surry Hills and then at the vanguard of the Redfern revival. As friendly as they are urbane, as urbane as they are storied, there's that much great fabric and lampshades and interesting schtuff in their little shop I feel like one of those kids with melted chocolate all over their hands that goes around touching everything. Massrs Chee Soon & Fitzgerald are also well down for a chat, pick their brains about the history of Surry Hills and the inner west, they're a font of artsy knowledge.

If you're visiting Chatswood Chase, you simply must swing by Aero Plus. It's a beautifully curated…read morestore, filled to the brim with fun designer inventions. It's as if The New Inventors set up shop. Aero Plus is a brilliant place to peruse for gift ideas. You can buy funky enviro bags, cute watches and even cuter kids ware. The lady who runs the store is both delightful and helpful - just like her products.

Check out the 'Flying Possum' illustration from 1789 - colonial Australian art is like watching…read moreminds melting, trying to assimilate what they saw into a context that didn't have room for it. The possum looks goofy and ungainly, and sure to plummet straight to the ground. The Antique Print Room is like a visual history lesson, from politcal cartoons to Art Nouveau advertsing prints, amazing Gould's bird illustrations and maps of all vintages and varieties. Before you dismiss it all as hopelessly out of your price range, you can find a bargain here. I once bought a lovely illustration as a gift for about $25, and framed it up. Looked a million bucks. When gazing at the beautiful art the other day, the cheapest I saw was about $40, but still a great option for gift giving. Unless your recipient has a vast collection of old French Fashion plates or botanical illustrations, you're unlikely to double up. And more welcome than socks, surely. I've got my eye on some Ida Rentoul Outhwaite prints (early 20th century Australian children's writer and artist), they'd be spectacular for a kid's room. They do framing here too, and the staff are quiet and kind, and don't mind people just looking.

I only found this place yesterday: it's a bit 'hidden away' on the third floor of the QVB which,…read moreonce you know it, is in fact the most interesting floor. The owner? staff? is very friendly and clearly enjoys her job. She also has a very distinct and interesting dress style. There are beautiful prints in various price ranges and books-with-prints. I bought a relatively cheap book (about 20 AUD) with maps of Australia since it was discovered until it was rounded for the first time - a fascinating follow-up of man's development in this area. Even then, the service was impeccable. I may go back for more..

This is a very complete Indonesian supermarket. They have pretty much everything you could ask…read morefor. Prices seem pretty decent and cheaper than Randwick.

This is a great little studio. It's filled with pieces made by Hazel Butterfield Tate (married to…read moreactor Nick Tate) from a 35 year career spanning art hubs like London and LA. The gallery is filled with all things vintage and recycled -her catch phase is 'Deconstruct Creative, Reconstruct Uniques' and her philosophy is indeed 'reduce, reuse, recycle'. Prices aren't cheap but they're still affordable for the average Jo. Vintage textile cushions range from $95-$300. Upholstered chairs in vintage hand patchwork fabric $1,800 to the Bottom Line recycled cards $7.50 there's something for every budget. She also has vintage textile linens, handmade lamps and shades, chandeliers and vintage costume jewellery. Most of her materials and goods are sourced from her travels across Turkey, Spain, Czech Republic, the UK and the US. Definitely worth a look for vintage and original art lovers.

If you're looking to decorate your home with period pieces or add antique art to your collection,…read moreyou definitely have to take a look at the items in Isherwood Antiques at Queen Street. The store offers a mix of modern and antique European furniture and decorative pieces that are beautiful and timeless. From 18th century portraits and commodes to vintage Louis Vuitton luggage and the latest fabrics from Chelsea textiles, you can be assured that they are all of high quality because all pieces are carefully and personally chosen by its owner, Nicola Isherwood. This store is definitely one of the must-visit antique stores in all of Sydney.

Trelise Cooper in Woollahra is the perfect shop to purchase a gift for a loved one. This store is…read moreone of the most fashionable stores in Sydney that sell avant-garde and luxurious clothing and accessories for women. The clothes have vibrant colours and intricate design and the jewellery is timeless and unique. They even have fragrances! While the clothes and other products are great, what makes this store outstanding is their service. The staff are helpful, friendly, and always willing to help you. Great staff and wonderful products: definitely recommended!

Recently come over this toy shop. It is very good. Staff is friendly, excellent choice of toys. The…read morebest thing they have classes for kids. Music classes, language classes and so on. My kids just love this place.