This visit was a surprise, to see such an upscale, well designed home decor store in such a small…read moretown and in the older more rustic area. We had been shopping in the hardware store across the street and on the way to a light lunch took a look here first. We saw beautiful accent pieces and small items but clearly they do a lot of design with custom fabrics too. Apparently they must have been working on such a project in back because we did hear some voices in quiet discussion, but there did not seem to be a way to summon someone from the counter. I did find something I wanted to buy but had some questions. We eventually went towards the back and asked if someone could come out front to help. A staff member or perhaps owner did come out and gracious offer to help. The item I wanted was packaged in such a way that it was impossible to see how to hang it or otherwise display it without opening it completely and taking off the tags. The staff said she had never seem them out of the package herself so she did it. There were several styles and I was only interested in the bees. It would have been nice if they had on choice open on display to make it easy for the casual browser. I did get the item, which was hand made in Denmark of felted wool though actually priced very well. Everything was handles so nicely and I wish I could have chosen more items from here when I was still decorating my home, but the item I got is a nice memento of the trip and the town. I only worry that they might need a higher presence in the front room for security reason and to encourage people to linger and buy. Maybe they do on the busy weekends and normally have few customers on a Monday morning.

The person at the front didn't bother to look up when we entered or even acknowledge or ask if we…read moreneeded help. However was very friendly to the next two people entering? Not sure what that was about but i definitely felt unwelcome and uncomfortable.

On the recommendation of a friend, I recently checked out Dexter's downtown. I like shopping…read morelocally and giving my money to small independent shops instead of big national chains whenever possible, and Dexter is a good place for this. They have nice shady parks, a local history museum, and lots of independent shops, coffee houses, and restaurants. Parking is phenomenally easy-- and free. While I was here, I passed The Cookie Momster, a Victorian-themed gift shop, and a Bear Claw coffee on my way to the Dexter card shop. From there, I visited Christine's, a gift shop, and bought a butterfly finger puppet for my niece whose fourth birthday is coming up soon. From there, I strolled over to the Dexter Bakery and got a really good donut. If you're looking for somewhere cute and quaint to do some shopping or meet a friend for coffee or lunch, Dexter is an excellent choice.

Shopping center? No. Pleasant, safe, clean place to spend an afternoon or evening: Yes…read more Dexter is great place to enjoy a nice stroll, some great eats and anything outdoors. A very Norman Rockwell-esque town.

This is my favorite gift shop for friends and family! The selection, service, and prices are great…read more I even bought the cutest earrings for myself there just recently and get compliments on them all the time.

Excellent shop. I went inside for one thing only. I asked and it was found…read more Very happy and friendly team!

Another place that I can't believe I haven't written a review for yet. I absolutely love this store…read moreand it's one of my favorite small businesses in Ann Arbor! Located in Kerrytown across the street from Detroit Street Filling Station, this woman-owned business is stocked full of so many unique and thoughtfully curated and sourced items. You want to come here for all the most unique and gorgeous looking goodies to gift to yourself and your loved ones and make sure to stop by often as they have a rotating selection of goodies throughout the seasons and months as well! They always have gorgeous window displays, the employees are always so happy to see you and the service is wonderful, and this shop is just so dreamy! Things are definitely on the pricey side here, but everything is really high quality and they feature a ton of local artisans in the area as well. There's nothing I love more than an intentional shop and you can truly feel how intentional Thistle & Bess is in every detail their store contains. Absolutely lovely and always worth a peruse whenever you find yourself in the Ann Arbor area!

This boutique is super cute with lots of unique gifts and fun items. I loved all of the food themed…read moreitems like ravioli candles, olive candles, a bread lamp, and hair clips. I also saw a lot of Baggu items, which is a brand that I really like. Lots of stuff I hadn't seen in person before, like the teeny tiny backpacks. They also had a lot of local art, jewelry, cards, candles, and more. It's a great spot for finding a gift for yourself or your favorite gal pals! Unfortunately I was not greeted when I came in nor when I was browsing, which I feel is such a small thing that can really make a difference when shopping. The person at the counter was with another customer, but even just a quick, "hi, welcome in!" can be so nice. That said, I would come back in the future just to check out what they have in stock.

what a cute little shop and SO excited to be able to try on Judy Blue jeans . The service was just…read morefine!

Wide variety of items in this well stocked and reasonably priced items, and well planned boutique!…read moreI am highly recommending this to my circle of friends.

Such a well-stocked store. They've got local goods, stationery, a small collection of fountain…read morepens, notebooks, house goods, notebooks, even vintage pharmacy labels. All at pretty reasonable prices! Service is pretty friendly too. Definitely worth stopping by.

I've loved Found since their previous location, also in Kerrytown, but a fraction of the current…read moreshop. Now they've expanded in there and they've filled the space with even more beautifully curated goodies, new and "found." There's a bit of everything in here, perfect for finding a gift for a friend, family, or a partner, or a little goodie for yourself. They've got beautiful art prints from independent artists, handmade ceramics, plus stationery, a bangin' candle section, lovely housewares and textiles like throws, pillows, and tea towels, plus jewelry, the list goes on and on. Plus when you shop here you're really shopping small, because most of what they carry falls into that category. If you go to their website you can take a look at a list of the artists they carry in store, and I love recognizing names of friends and people I admire in their respective fields. It's a delight digging through all their offerings and I highly recommend you get there soon to do it yourself!

I read a couple of the reviews for this very quaint shop and can't believe these reviewers were in…read morethe same place that I was. This "mall" (and it is very much a mall in the strictest definition of the term) is exquisite in its contents, its environment, and its prices. My family moved to Mason about six months ago and I ventured into the Maple Street Mall because I needed furnishings and accessories for our Civil War era built home. I wanted to purchase items that preserved the integrity of our wonderful old house. When I first entered, I was immediately greeted by an extremely friendly woman who was incredibly welcoming. There were so many wonderful choices that I had difficulty selecting just one piece of furniture. I eventually purchased a gorgeous, handcrafted bench and was even able to put it on layaway--a rarity these days. I have been back to Maple Street Mall many times since that first day, and have never been disappointed in what I have found there. The staff remains extremely friendly, helpful, and kind; you can also do some real bargaining, their layaway plan is a dream, and the prices and variety of items remain the best that Mason and the surrounding area has to offer. It is certainly my "go to" place when I need furniture, knick-knacks, or gifts. Several staffers are now friends and have helped to make a stressful relocation much easier. Their semi-annual sales also make reasonably priced merchandise even more accessible. You won't go wrong if you make this little gem in downtown Mason one of your regular stops.

I live your space and it honestly lived up to your description! Warm and inviting and a mystery to…read moreexplore!! Please, let your visitors explore in their own way. I had too many shop employees approach me. I know they want to be helpful, but the exploration is the excitement to finding those "treasures"!! Thanks for the memories!

Love love love this store! This is an amazing place for gifts or just for really cute stuff to have…read moreat your house. I found all kinds of items from local vendors like tea, jewelry, dog treats, some really cool mystery book dates, pottery, the list goes on. You would think that because everything there is from vendors it would be a little expensive but it's not there's a lot of craftsmanship put into the products making everything worth the price! Every time I go into the store, there are either new items to look at or old items that I overlooked. If you go, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to look around because it's very easy to lose time once you get in there!

Awesome store. So many orginal pieces and artist. A must visit! Great gifts for all occasion.read more