Inviting & cozy atmosphere. Informative, knowledgeable…read moreservice provided. Great choice selection of crystals & incense!

A wonderful shop that will be missed. Their website has been shut down, and on Facebook they're…read moreshowing photos of store fixtures they're selling "to pay our last month's rent." (Last date for a sale was February 18, I don't know if there will be more.) A real loss that leaves VERY few choices nearby.

Calm vibe, cool people, interesting, tasty teas aplenty, lots of spices, advice on what to get and…read morehow to use the goods -- plus some tasty treats, pretty tea accessories, and cookbooks! Oh, and the décor is very nice! I personally really like the Earl Grey Spring & Mulberry date-sweetened chocolate. Of course, the packaging is so pretty it's hard to separate that from the taste and texture, too .... The honeys here are like none other I've had before! The absolute cutest little honey bears I've ever seen! There's one raw honey in a glass jar that's the only chewy honey I've ever tasted -- what a treat to eat a spoonful of that plain, direct from the jar, mmm! (I didn't just eat it for the taste or texture, though -- I started to eat it because I'd read about the great health benefits of honey!) I really really enjoy the smokiness of the Russian Caravan. Plus, it's fun to research, read and find out about such things as how this rather unique tea flavour came about -- that it was the result of actual campfire smoke flavouring the tea in the first place while travelling across Russia way-back-when that is now encapsulated in this oh-so-tasty tea! Tea is a really great gateway to learning about various cultures and world history! Maybe it's his-tea-ry! Persian Rose Garden tea is splendid -- mellow and rich, smooth, calming (I'm not saying it's medicinally calming, but rather that it's evocative of a certain atmosphere that may make you feel a certain way if you tune into it.) Turmeric ginger is very nice, too .... Overall, aesthetically beautiful, palate-pleasing place! Highly recommended!

This is a unique store where lovely fragrances abound…read more The staff are pleasant and unpretentious. All the looseleaf teas are made in-house by master tea-blenders who are constantly creating. The story of how I came to know about Shafa is pretty funny. A relative was sick and drinking some of the Shafa Blends' teas as a way to recover from a serious illness. I secretly doubted this would be of much benefit. However, to commiserate with him, I had a cup of their turmeric/ginger tea. And, don't you know, I felt better--and wasn't even the ailing person! So, now, I'm a believer. I like their Superior Earl Grey tea; the bergamot component is marvelous. There are other Earl Grey combinations, too. The rooibos is nice. And I can vouch for the fact that their teas keep their intensity long after purchase.

Absolutely love this store! Great service, great products, great energy. First time visitor and…read morewill be back as often as I can. Grateful that we have such a gem in the area.

For my Ifa needs, I frequent this store. It reminds me of visiting a Botanica in the Bronx. I love…read morethe energy inside. The staff is friendly and always willing to help. They definitely have a large selection, but I would like to see more products with people of darker hues on the bottles. I purchased a bracelet and decided to return. I was told I couldn't because of the spiritual nature, which makes perfect sense. Needless to say, I kept the item and purchased more. I will definitely return again.

I love this place!! This is the closest metaphysical/botanica to me and i regularly visit this shop…read morewhen im low on supplies. Their Florida water runs out fast so be sure to be there earlier in the week to get the stock. There's a pretty good selection of items, and I'd say they're priced fairly!

I could not believe how much and how many products they packed into this medium size space! I was…read morenot prepared for such a huge selection of unique and hard to find things as well as More day today items. The prices seem to be reasonable as well. , I would only hesitate to get five stars because many items did not have marked prices like the votive candles. And even though my friend and I were the only people in the store, no one ever greeted us or asked if we needed any help. And there were two people behind the counter. Not a huge deal and I enjoyed my visit nonetheless!

Ladies...you need to treat yourself…read more Three body oils and a candle later, now I'm obsessed. It just got here. I literally just received the shipment after taking a shower. We all know as a woman that the best time to apply oils is after a shower. The Vanilla Chardonnay is different in the best way possible. There's nothing cloyingly sweet or overbearing about it. It smells a little like cough medicine in the bottle but woody fruit on your skin. Like oak and berries had a baby. Jasmine Black Sea smells luxurious without being overbearing or tacky ::cough::OPIUM::cough:: The anise shines and even though the description doesn't have anything remotely salt/marine about it...it's there. It's the combination because even with the fruit and warm notes there's still an element of freshness. The Fig Oud & Amber smells like something you'd wear to a gathering for your coven. Sophisticated coven. Upscale coven. Coven that runs the Upper East Side or the swankiest hotels. Jasmine Black Sea is my absolute favorite, followed by Fig Oud & Amber, then Vanilla Chardonnay. The Mountain Pine & Cashmere candle smells heavenly and it's only been under the warmer for about 30 minutes. Would I purchase from here again? YES. YES. YES. *****UPDATE: the oils lasted through a long walk outside, a workout, and dinner with drinks. Came home and took a shower, did NOT reapply, woke up and I still smell good. Skin literally feels like butter and even my car smells nice. I'm hooked.

From the owner: Looking to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere? Discover the perfect scent at Diamond Melts! Our…read morehand-poured, eco-friendly soy wax candles are crafted with premium, natural ingredients to fill your space with warmth and comfort. From soothing lavender and eucalyptus to energizing citrus and vanilla, we have a scent for every mood and moment. 💫 Perfect for gifts, self-care, or simply enhancing your space, Diamond Melts is here to light up your life. Let's take you there!

This is another store i like in Rhe Congressional Shopping Center off Rockville Pike. Its next…read moredoor too going going gone , Fresh Market and more stores . Behind the Matcboxin front of the parking area . Across from Amanda's Chicago Pizzeria . This is called Banner Hallmark Store. Its under new Ownership . This is Banner Hallmark store . As you go inside you see all these amazing things inside . Some apparel, Miniature religion statues and other figurines. They have mugs stuffed animals stationary and other gift items for all occasions. Sometimes carying boxes of chocolates and more. In the back ig the store they have hallmark cards for all ocassions. But firvfuture reference they should carry DVD Movies od all the hallmark movies that we see everyday on TV the hallmark movie channel . This is a great place to get together when getting something special for families on all occasions and holidays and more. It has a friendly and community oriented atmosphere. But I wish they wouldn't make their jib applications so difficult to fill out . I wish they make it easier so people can get jobs there . There are only three locations left . Olney , Rockville, And Germantown , Maryland. We have to support these stores while they still exist before they are gone forever . These stores are dying because of too much internet access stuff instead if goung in person ro support . Hallmark stores are becoming endangered almist like animals tgat sre disappearing from existance . It had been a long time since ive been back since the pandemic and this was yhe first time back in 6 to 7 years . I used ti fine to these stores witb my family. I would livebthe jobs here sineday to build bridges between all worlds that come there from all walks of life . . What happened during the Covid Pandemic it was all of us Americans faults for the inexcusable unjustifiable Reprehensible unlawful and wrongful behaviors and should never be tolerated in any place of business ever again . In this place we have the chance to redeem ourselves and prove we are the better men . This is the time to prove it . So let's please come together as a community again ro support this store . If any gifts yoy get there they have a wrapping station at the register barista area . If you love this place as I do , This pla e is for you . We look forward to seeing you all there very soon. But management needs to change fir the better so peole like me can have chance t wirk there without Fear , Judgment, Or Bad Politics. We are deserve resoect to feel at Home , Feel welcomed, And feel like family there.

Did you ever have a friend that you have trouble finding the perfect birthday card for? Well, I do…read moreand ever year I wander through the aisles looking for the perfect card. Hallmark, by far, has the best selection of greeting cards. I have a huge thank you to Shanti. She patiently helped me find just the right card. It was perfect. Shanti was so nice and patient. We looked at a Lot of cards. But, we finally found a Quill card. That is artwork made with string. I feel a little dumb, because I didn't take a picture of the card, before I sent it. But, it was beautiful with butterflies and flowers on the cover. Thank you, Shanti. If you need a special card or gift, I highly recommend this Hallmark store. The prices are a little higher, but you get well made and unique items.

My mother has been coming here for years, and as I grew older, it became the place where I wandered…read morethrough the aisles choosing flowers for special occasions like Mother's Day and birthdays. This time, I placed my first order online for an arrangement for a friend who had just lost her father. It was ready within a day and turned out absolutely beautiful. The photos don't do it justice. I would also like to add that I was given a bucket with the vase secured in place using paper, which made it easy to transport. Staff were very helpful and friendly.

Pretty unhappy with the flowers I got here. I thought I would get blooming irises, but nothing was…read morein bloom when I picked them up, and the flowers all turned yellow and withered. I didn't get a single bloom. My email to complain was ignored.