There is a lot going on at Maker Space North. There are all sorts of different small businesses…read moreworking out of the main building and event within the Maker Space as well. Also, the main large space can be rented for different events such as craft fairs and other trade show events. I attended and participated (with Yelp) in one such craft show, and was really impressed by the turn-out at this location, even though the main doors have an unusual entrance situation. They do well to make the most of the space, but warning, it gets HOT in this space in the summer. It's also conveniently located in the same space as the Art-Is-In bakery, so certainly worth checking out next time you are grabbing some yummy baked goodies.

I love this gallery especially since they have jewelry from my favorite artist Anne-Marie Chagnon…read more Her jewelry is amazing since it gives you the power to change it. Maybe from a long necklace to a short one, or by reshaping a part. I went with a friend and she noticed pieces by a couple of her previous art teachers here and was excited. The highlight for me was definitely the jewelry. There were some really large striking pieces that would be totally unique to wear to an event. Of course they are a bit pricey, but it's art. The woman working in the store was really helpful and gave us a lot of additional information on the jewelry and how it could be changed, about the artists etc. She noticed my earrings and that they were by one of the artists also. This is one place I will visit soon when I have a special event to find accesories for!

Very pleased with speed of service. The product was great, and the best part, a hand written thank…read moreyou not with a treat! Who does that these days? Highly recommend this place. Sharon

This is a wonderful little shop for picking up gifts for others (and yourself!) Stumbled upon it on…read moremy last day - and only free to roam day - in Ottawa. What a great surprise. There are lots of different items from jewelry - earrings are stunning - to chocolates and stickers. I wish I could have purchased more. Definitely coming back next time work sends me across the border.

This sweet little Orleans shop is a welcome addition to a neighbourhood filled with chains and big…read morebox stores. With a whimsical design and lovely decor, it's such a pleasure walking in here. Their selection of gifts is beautiful, and you're sure to find something special for yourself, or a special someone. Their gifts are Canadian-made, and they have great options for new babies, anniversaries, weddings, showers, and more. They also have a sweet children's section with beautiful toys and stuffed animals. This is totally the kind of place I would pick up a birthday present for the little ones in my life. If you're in the east end and looking for something personal that is high quality, and Canadian made, check this place out.

I had walked by this shop many times before hearing that they now sold Split Tree Cocktail Mix (a…read morelocal maker's cocktail mixes which I may or may not be addicted to). I ventured into this shop not really knowing what I would find inside but let me tell you it is a dream to have a store like this in Orleans. I have visited the store a few times now and love that they seem to be adding more and more locally made products every day. You can find a lot of great gift ideas and unique items in this little shop. I highly recommend picking up some Split Tree Cocktail mix - whether you drink it with alcohol or just add it to your club soda it makes for a very refreshing beverage. I love that I can support a local store and a local maker at the same time. I try not to spend too long browsing because it is the type of store I could see myself spending lots of money in. The decor is very lovely and welcoming. I love the bicycle they put out! If you are in Orleans definitely worth stopping into this cute little place!

Oh I love the jewelry at Magpie. If I was a person with a larger bank account I would be a regular…read morethere, lol. They carry a lot of unique pieces and many of them are from Canadian designers. They carry the more affordable items of Anne Marie Chagnon, which have an industrial punk vibe (prices start at $30, but do go up to $800) to the pricer Ann Sportun pieces, which feature simple designs with unique twists (prices start at $150 and go up to around $7000). They also make custom designed pieces. I find this location a bit more intimidating than the one at the Rideau Centre, as it's quieter and the number of staff is usually greater than the number of customers, so I feel like they all stare at you as you are looking around, lol. So Ottawa is currently in lockdown at the time of the writing of this review, so they are closed for in-store shopping, but they have a website and you can buy online.

I definitely recommend Magpie! It has a large selection of items across a wide range of prices…read more Items that are affordable but also luxurious items, it offers something for everyone. I have a pair of classic hoops & a few rings that I purchased years ago from the Rideau centre location and they have really held up. Recently I went to the westboro location and had such a great experience with Allison. I purchased a necklace and bracelet and Allison was so helpful, kind and patient through all our questions. They have jewelry from lots of local designers around the Ottawa area it seems! Our items were from an artist Diane Roger who used to work at Magpie and now sells items independently from Arnprior! Always nice to support Canadian/local.

D. Grandeur is a wood furniture and assorted wood-product store on Bank Street just south of the…read moreGlebe. Look, I am not going to lie to you. D. Grandeur is not cheap. But, the furniture they sell is hand-made, solid and - unlike Amish or Mennonite furniture - isn't stuck in that timewarp/country style. There is some pretty cool stuff in there, and it isn't all rickety like the furniture our Swedish friends sell. Beyond furniture, D. Grandeur also sells wall-hanging carvings and decorative masks. The masks are very interesting - but I find masks in general a little disconcerting! You can also find that wooden carved American bald eagle statue you have been looking for.

As a fibre addict (paper, wool, fabric) this store goes a long way to giving me my fix. With a…read morelovely selection of gift cards, journals, stickers, ribbon and a small but lovely selection of scrapbooking and card making paper/supplies, it's lovely to browse in and almost impossible to walk away from without a purchase. In addition to my 'drug' of choice, they have some fun small gift and decor options. Everything is beautifully displayed. Staff are friendly. This surprise me - but dogs are welcome. (Apparantly most Glebe stores allow dogs... who knew? Love it!) If you are a vistor to Ottawa, it's in an area that's lovely to walk on a sunny day. Would I return? Yes Would I recommend: Yes

Very interesting store, like a wonderland for adult!…read more They have all sorts of paper stuff, and all so beautiful! From thank you card, notebook, envelop, warp paper, to napkin. You name it, they have it. They put together the most beautiful paper stuff together in one store. Many products are too precious to be used. Very easy to spend lots of time here, even just look around. Love it here!

Adorit is such a cute and fun little shop. It reminds me a bit of Courage My Love in Kensington…read moreMarket in Toronto. It has that hippie vibe and smells of patchouli. It has vintage items but also new items. Their new items are all ethically sourced/fair trade, most are made of organic materials and the designers are Canadian. The owner, Emma, is very sweet and is so passionate about the items she sells. She introduced me to 2 designers that I totally love now: Smoking Lily, and Rabbit & Empee. OMG, why did I not know about these designers earlier? Their pieces are gorgeous! Most of the clothes in the shop are somewhat quirky with a bohemian vibe to them, some with slight steampunk elements, but there are pieces that look more mainstream too. They also have unique jewelry pieces, hair accessories, belts and purses. Prices run the gamut from less than $1 (vintage jewelry) to over $150 (new clothing). New clothing starts at about $35 for T-shirts and goes up to $100+ for dresses. The shop is small and is in an old converted residential unit in the Byward Market. If you are looking for a cool and unusual piece, Adorit is the place to go! ;)

Adorit is a lovely boutique in the ByWard Market that specializes in vintage, Tibetan and designer…read morerecycled clothes. The vintage selection is small and it's the only part of the store that has men's clothing, but they do manage to have some very unique finds. The new clothing is "environmentally friendly" and it's often made out of recycled clothing material with some really great patterns. The clothing is usually made in Tibet (fair trade) or Canada, including some work by local designers. The clothes are usually quite nice and Bohemian-inspired, although the prices run a bit high sometimes. However, they often have a sales rack and trunk with some great pieces, including my favourite coat that probably gets more compliments than any other article of clothing I own. They also have wonderful accessories and Tibet products.The owner is very nice.