I love the smell of lavender. It reminds me of sleepovers at my grandmother's. We would have…read morecookies and milk before bed then she would tuck me in while leaving the TV on so I could watch the Muppets. Her bedroom always smelled like lavender which is probably why I always slept so well there. Every time I smell lavender I think of her. As soon as we walked into Island Lavender thoughts of my grandma came rolling in. The whole shop smell amazing! There was every type of lavender product you could imagine and those I had never even dreamed of. I had to stop myself from buying one of everything. I did go home with Caramel Lavender popcorn, Lavender Lemonade, Lavender Cream Cheese, Lavender lip gloss, and an assortment of Lavender truffles. I could have spent all day there, but it's probably good we stopped on our way back to the ferry because I probably would have spent quite a bit more. The most unique thing I purchased was the Lavender Chocolates. I chose different flavors and they were all delicious. Just outside the door of the market they had these fun pictures you could pose in and this has to be my favorite pic of Leslie and I.

Wow, this place is great. I am so glad we stopped here whilst in Door County--it was my favorite…read moreplace to stop. The owners are great. I'm not sure if it's ~recently changed ownership or not. But the owners were here with their infant when we stoped in just after opening on Sunday morning, and told us a bit of their story. Apparently the father of one of them started making lotion some years ago, and after a while they looked into lavender when trying to decide what they wanted to focus on for their family. Apparently the pH of the soil in Door County is perfect for this crop, so they planted over 5,000 lavender plants and started their empire. This sweet shop has just about anything you could want that's lavender-related. I'm sure most folks think of cosmetics and toiletries, which they have in abundance as you might expect. Lavender is actually not high on my list of favorite flowers or herbs because it is usually far too overpowering for me, but some of the lotions and potions they sell lean toward the mild side scent-wise, so if you have a similar sensitivity you may still find something you like. In addition to foods and toiletries, they also sell gifts, art, and household items as well. They've developed their own lavender lemonade; I love lavender lemonade so I bought five bottles and was not disappointed. What will be disappointing is finishing up the remaining bottles I brought home. They said they are working on getting it into some stores, such as Whole Foods (which might make me shop there). I came specifically to pick up some culinary lavender. I haven't ever used it before, but lavender lemonade is a favorite in the summer and I've been thinking about trying to make a simple syrup. Since this area is somewhat known for lavender, it seemed like the best place to get some to stock my kitchen cupboard. What they had here in the shop was picked three days prior by the proprietors themselves. I'll dry it out a bit longer and then debud it so it's ready to go when I feel like trying my hand at something new. Luckily, they also sell simple syrup here so i got that as a backup too--or alternatively I now can use the lavender buds for something else besides just making syrup. When I was telling the owner about my plans and excitement to try using the lavender in some cooking, they were kind enough to sneak in a second bundle of it. They have a partnership with a local confectioner that makes truffles with their lavender. I picked up three to take home--hopefully they'll make it!--and they were beautifully made. I also got a lavender shortbread cookie, which I took home to my significant other and heard it was excellent. This shop is worth a visit on your trip to Door County; even if you're not sure if you'd find something here, you might well be surprised, and it's a great place for gifts.

Adorable gift shop in Fish Creek Wisconsin. Located right in the heart of downtown amongst other…read moreshops and restaurants. We were referred to beach people by an employee at a cafe we stopped in when we asked who had the best stuffed animals in town. They were right! They made our six-year-old daughter, a very happy little girl. Street parking and within walking distance.

Got very cute beach vibe/themed necklaces and bracelets for fair price. They have cute door county…read morethemed apparel that are high quality. Recommend visiting if you are in door county!

Love this HUGE candle shop in Door county. The owner Christiana, very warm, welcoming and friendly…read moreand gives very good suggestions on which scents to pick. I got a smorgasbord of scents for my candle warmer, which remind me of Door county. Serenity and Lavender are heavenly. It was great to know that they make all their candles on-site and have a variety of ways for one to smell their scents (wax melts, candles, etc).

Door County Candle Company is always a fun stop, and it's amazing to see how much it has grown over…read morethe years! It's also in a great location near Door County Coffee & Tea, Door Peninsula Winery, and several other shops, making it easy to visit several Door County favorites at once. They have a huge selection of candles in different sizes and scents, including both traditional and soy options. The staff was very helpful in explaining the differences, helping us choose our scents, and even giving us tips on how to properly burn and care for our candles. We chose two cherry candles--one for ourselves and a soy version for my son and daughter-in-law. The scent is wonderful and such a perfect little reminder of Door County! You can also watch the candles being made through a large glass window, which is fun, and there are plenty of cute seasonal gifts to browse. They ship, too, so if you fall in love with a scent, you can always order more when you get home. Definitely worth stopping in for a candle, a gift, or simply to see how they're made!

The cutest shop in Fish Creek! I always find unique gifts for family and friends. Boho and cozy…read morehome decor, robes, and jewelry.

This is one of the shops that I found before we headed to Door County and decided I wanted to…read morevisit. It's a nice shop, but I didn't find a lot that interested me. I did buy a couple of baskets. They had some really cool art in the back, but they were prints so I skipped them. The originals have been made with leaves and other botanicals to create some really interesting work, but it didn't have the same impact for me as a simple print. The shop carries a lot of home decor sorts of things like baskets, vases, bowls, candles, and that sort of thing. Also they have a wide selection of jewelry. I almost forgot about wanting to stop here until I checked the Yelp collection I made, and we didn't pass the store when wandering along Main Street because it was separated from most of the other shops to some extent, being next door to a restaurant and one other shop but removed from the bulk of the shopping area. So if you want to stop by keep your eyes peeled.

This business no longer houses Pipka's accessories and cake/coffee. It sells casual clothes and is…read moreowned and run by a dermatologist, with dermatology services and products. Appointments are required.

This was one of my favorite stops on a recent trip to Door County. I was drawn to this very cute…read morehouse-turned-business in Sister Bay, just off the main street. The shop is known for its Almond Cake and serves delicious samples. One can purchase the special cake pan and recipe book. These can also be obtained at their website (https://www.pipkas.com) or now on Amazon. This was such a fun shop to browse full of gifty type items like books, cards, kitchen supplies and gadgets, and original artwork. I would love to visit here again. Recommended stop in Door County!

I was unsure exactly what kind of shop this was when we walked in, but I'm glad we gave it a try!…read more They offered a variety of items and some items that we definitely had not seen in other shops. I loved the handmade Christmas ornaments (I think they were made by an aunt that you used to live in the area).

A unique and aptly named "curiosity shop" located in Door County. Everything has been chosen for a…read moresignificant reason, which is so refreshing. Books, records, tea, antiques....a little bit of everything. We purchased some records as well as a handmade banner of Halloween black cats.

Not a very nice or friendly employee. My friend and I walked in and no hi. No would you like to try…read morea soda. I asked if there is a bathroom and before I could finish my sentence, I got cut off and was told no, go to a restaurant. Ok I get it but no need to be so rude. The store is big with an eclectic variety of merchandise. Nothing really stood out to me. And the prices seem expensive. Although maybe typical for DoCo. I would still give them a try because I always like to support independent owners. Maybe it was an off day? Maybe you'll find something cool.

i made a yelp account just to review this place. so many fun gift ideas and things to look at, very…read moreneat too. the best part was how it was managed. the owner was incredibly kind, friendly & helpful. the dirty soda/coffee shop was a great addition to an already lovely store! definitely worth the visit.

I love a shop that brings me closer to home. Skal is one of the largest and most well-stocked…read moreScandinavian gift shops I have encountered during my travels. Their selection is so vast, I could wander for hours and admire the wares. I had to pick up some Swedish Candy, of course, although the chocolates had to stay on the shelf due to the 100-degree heat outside. But Salty licorice and Bubs skulls came home with me. Delicious. I was most excited to find that they carry clothing. I bought a couple of dresses by Paapii, a Finnish brand. They make comfy dresses and tunics in all kinds of cute patterns. Everyone at the store was so friendly and willing to help out. The dressing room was occupied for a while, so they offered to let me try on my outfits in the ladies room instead. My haul ended up being quite pricey, but that is not Skal's fault. Their prices are rather reasonable in my opinion, I just...bought a lot of stuff. Be warned, you might too!

Just the cutest little sister shop to Al Johnson's next door! We wandered in while exploring the…read morearea, and I'm so glad we did. It's a charming little place packed with Scandinavian goodies. My friend is from Sweden, and she was over the moon about the authentic candy and really excited to see some of the clothing brands they had. I, on the other hand, got totally distracted by all the adorable gifts and knick-knacks. Every display was so thoughtfully arranged. Seriously, it felt like walking into a Pinterest board. The clerks were kind and helpful, and it had that warm, welcoming vibe that makes you want to linger. The prices were very reasonable, considering we were in such a touristy area. I picked out a Christmas ornament as a souvenir, and I know I'll smile every time I hang it on the tree. Such a sweet little stop. Everyone should check them out if they are in Door County, WI!