I'm really sad that the Prettiest Present is closing. Over the past 4 years I've shopped for a…read morequite a few special occasion or cheer up gifts here for family and loved ones. The store doesn't have an exact closing date but it won't be very long. Currently seasonal items are 60-70% off (some seriously cute Xmas décor and ornaments) and the remainder of the store is 20-30% off. They have really cute jewellery and unique items for special gifts. I really like their line of moon necklaces/bracelets where you pick the phase of the moon on a special date (birth, death, wedding, etc.) and can wear it as jewellery. I also like their sparkly Swarovski crystal bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Some stuff here for sure can be found elsewhere or online for less but that's not the point of a boutique store. It's getting to go somewhere and browse through various collections to find the perfect gift for someone special. If you're a fan of s'well bottles, they still have a fairly good collection of unique ones and at 20% off you're paying a fair price for the designer s'wells. (Note you can get plain jane ones at Costco for $30) but the ones here are GORGEOUS and make me smile. They're collection of wrapping papers and tissues is extensive and are sure to be able to wrap your gift to fit any occasion or theme. Seriously gonna miss the Prettiest Present!

Well I just adore this store!…read more Often you walk into gift shops, and yes, everything is lovely but you just don't really see anything practical; or everything is really expensive, or really niche. But at the Prettiest Present they really have a great variety of really useful gifts! From presents for those pooch peeps, to culinary and kitchen gadgets - as well as neat necessities. Then there are the baby gifts, the seasonal decor for your own abode, a wall of tempting teas and some really unique jewelry. And then the pies de resistance... they have the most fabulous collection of gift bags, gift boxes and paper so that when you find that perfect present you can also wrap it up without having to go to another store! Love it!! Although, I do not remember seeing ribbon or cards, I could be wrong, or maybe that's just asking for the moon. Pro Tip: Make sure to go into the basement! Often you go into a store like this and assume that down the steps is just a small smattering of a few other things. But in this case the basement is the majority of the shop. It is at least 3x larger then the upstairs portion. Happy shopping!

We LOVE our Be-A-Bella store! Their ice cream is soooo…read moreyummy! Kids AND adults will enjoy it!

Nigel is a great store owner...he will help you find that hard to find candy especially the ones…read morefrom Britain and France. It is a fun place to snoop...lots of old fashion toys and local goods. Also ice cream is so great! Love the Foothills creamery...they even have some tables set outside to enjoy your treats. Ice cream does melt quickly so don't try to take this stuff home.

Everything here is made in Canada, and yes... everything here is gorgeous…read more Made in Canada is a wonderful source for any type of gift or household item you may need, be it jewelry, pottery, serving dishes, glassware, textile goods, etc. They have "Going Out of Business" signs all over, and when I chatted with the owner he said that over 25 years in business was enough, he was packing it in and looking forward to retirement. There are some deep discounts available, so you had better hustle over there ASAP.

I am shocked that I am the first to write a review for Made In Canada as it is such a beautiful…read morelocally owned business with a kind and sociable owner. I was greeted right as I was coming in the door and enjoyed a brief discussion with the owner about the weather and the Fringe festival before scoping out the items he has for sale. The store is absolutely brimming with the most beautiful art,gift ware,and jewelry all of which is created by fellow Canadians. I picked out a gorgeous pair of really detailed seahorse earrings made in Victoria for $29.00. Admittedly the prices are a bit high on certain things but if your concerned with getting quality goods as well as shopping locally from a store that really values your business I think it is worth it here. I will definitely be back and if you make alot of trips to our downtown core I sincerely hope you will pay Made In Canada a visit as well.

Saw pretty little signs around the neighbourhood for Th Makers Keep, advertising that it is a…read more'local collective boutique'. I like to support local where I can so I decided to check it out. Despite the address being on 122 St, it's actually located in a ground floor suite right on 121 St right across from the Brewery District, close-ish to 104 Ave. There is angled parking out front. It's a cute and quaint little boutique filled with treasures beautifully displayed. My favourite was a selection of jewelry tucked in between pages of an antique novel by the door (when you see it, you'll understand). There was inspirational home decor, some cool stuff like concrete diamonds, some baby and kid's clothing (including these adorable baby headbands), lots of unique jewelry, cool razors, little succulents.. It's a bit like shopping at a local market but with everything in one pretty place. There is even a little coffee corner at the back. Prices seemed pretty reasonable. I would definitely recommend popping if you're looking for some unique gifts.

This little shop is a fantastic concept. It stocks handmade items for many of your local Edmonton…read moremakers. It looks like each artisan has their own little section. You can find anything from jewellery, clothing, accessories, to paintings and custom made signs. An awesome place to come for unique gifts. Check them out on instagram for pics because I forgot to take pics! And I bet their stock changes frequently anyways. Excellent place to support local!

I have only purchased online from here, not been to the actual shop, because their shipping is…read morestraightforward and reliable, and IMHO worth the money. This shop curates a wide variety of stuff that's ideal for gift giving. It's hard not to go overboard ordering just one more cute thing. I really like their needlework kits, greeting cards, and home decor items. Prices are not bargain basement so be warned that a shopping spree can add up fast! Still, shopping local has its own rewards and I am glad that this quirky little place has earned such a large following that it's still standing after all the economic challenges of the pandemic and beyond. Hard to explain, but the inventory just has an Edmonton feel to it -- check it out and see if you agree!

Seriously obsessed with this quirky store. Awesome gift ideas (for myself) in here. From bear…read moreshaped chopping boards, succulents in the cutest pots, to jewellery, mermaid bottle openers and so much more. The space is small but it has an upstairs mezzanine area with even more goodies and that's where you'll find the wall of patches. That's right, a wall of patches, my friend and I were debating buying a giant cat patch for a denim jacket. They are so cool. I want them all. The greetings cards are funny, shocking and perfect for any pal with a sense of humour. They sell light boxes, neon signs and trinket holders in weird shapes. What's not to love. Every single thing in this store is so damn cute, including the owner. She was funny, had great conversation and told us lots about the makers and various store items. Can't wait to go back and buy all the things!

Come To The Garden is a cute little gift store that brims with character in the mostly depressing…read moreNorthgate mall. Some of the items featured include canvas art,figurines,jewelry,scarves,and porcelain dolls. I was pretty impressed they had a nice selection of Ty beanie babies as well which are harder to find now that the craze for those has calmed down. Some of the collectibles were of fairly high quality from brand names I recognized like Bearington Bears and others seemed more like made in China type things but everything regardless of where it comes from is fairly nice and none of the prices seemed budget breaking. If you or someone you need to buy a gift for is interested in collectibles or inspirational themed gifts this seems like a safe bet to find what you are looking for.

Now, I have to say this was a pretty cute little store and I think it's one of the better stores to…read morelook around in at Northgate Shopping Centre. There doesn't really seem like there is too much in that mall, but this store makes up for everything. Come To The Garden is a very cute little place where you can find some decorative items. If you are religious then there's some of stuff for you, including angel figurines, books and CD's on religious themes. Even if you're not religious but like inspirational sayings on coasters, canvas ($20) or wood boards ($8) then this is the place to pick some up. They had some really great pieces for the home; you could put them up somewhere in your house and have a kind of motto for your family or home. They had some unique pieces of jewelry made from stone and glass. Oh, I found some really great photos that they had. They were these beautiful pictures of these big strong trees and they were kind of faded in color to make it antique looking; they came in these really nice simple wooden frames. These photos where not too big (I don't know the dimensions) but they were about $16 each. The people who worked there, I don't know if they were the owners or not, but they were really nice. The store was filled to the rim with things, so you can take your time and look around. I would advice you to be careful and try not to knock anything down; the store is a tight fit if you have a big bag like I do.

Entering Superior is almost like going into an art gallery or museum. It is a huge gift shop in the…read moreheart of Chinatown full of small trinkets, from jade pendants to Buddha figurines, to household and personal items. I purchased a jade disc here on a red string and got a lot of compliments about it. A friend of mine got a package of chopsticks to practise with at home, as she was learning how to use them properly. Most of the items here are $10 or less and excellent gift ideas for people who collect curios.

This is China town's biggest gift shop, located just north of 106 Ave. on the northeast corner…read more It's open late, even on Sundays. The place is filled with lots of fun-to-look-at stuff, from hand-painted grinning Buddhas and jade elephants to ornate vases and pretty mosaic-patterned plant stands. They also had Chinese swords on the walls and a variety of good luck charms, hung superstitiously around the cash counter. Within the rows and shelves of Oriental objects were strange, out-of-place things like white-faced dollies, '80s-style fashion accessories and imitation designer fashion bags. A strange juxtaposition for China town.

This place is perfect if you wish to shop local. And the quality is outstanding! I first learned of…read moreSabrina Butterfly Designs at the Butterdome Craft Sale in the spring, and visited their grand opening at their new location in the Montrose area of Edmonton and was wowed at the quality of the merchandise! I bought a second dress with pockets (this time in red) to go with my personal favourite that I purchased in the spring (the favourite one is purple). I also got a top and a business jacket/sweater which I adore from the sales rack! The quality is awesome and the style of the garments is great too -- most are machine washable and many of the dresses have pockets. The shop also stocks other local art and jewelry. The space itself is gorgeous and well designed. It is a bit off of my beaten track but it's well worth a visit.

In the heart of highlands is a great little shop that puts its soul into supporting local…read moredesigners. The owner, whose first name, unsurprisingly, is Sabrina, and whose middle name is actually "Butterfly," has sewn most of the fashions on display. She's grown big enough that she sources out some of the manufacturing to home sewers, and she's got partnerships with other designers all over Canada. Sabrina stocks some of their jewelry and accessories. I'd describe the fashions as urban casual with a nostalgic homemade feel. If you've ever shopped at Nokomis, on Whyte Ave., the clothes remind me a bit of theirs. In fact, before she had her own shop she used to sell out of there. Her apparel is made of comfortable materials and aren't too tailored, so they are complimentary to all body shapes. She loves vibrant colours and pretty, classic cuts with a bit of an edge.