One of my favorite local gift shops, still consistently great. I recently bought a car diffuser and…read moreit brought me so much joy for months. Also did a reed diffuser for my apartment and of course some candles. They curate such a lovely selection of artisan gifts that changes throughout the seasons, and the owners are so friendly. Worth checking out!

One of my favorite places in town to shop local. BeeKind has their signature soy candles in many…read morewonderful scents. They also carry locally made items from across New York. We love the seasonal items such as reindeer food my children love picking up during Christmas time. If you have the time an are in the area definitely stop in, so many gift ideas. Another perk is that you can order online and get items shipped! The owners are wonderful ladies and have made their shop so cozy and inviting.

What a great little shop to visit before heading to a movie at Marcus Theaters or heading to dinner…read morewith friends. The shop is jammed pack full of trinkets aplenty. A couple corners are stocked with local items to Syracuse and created here. The items I loved were very funny and sarcastic.... Just my vibe! The shop was clean. The clerks were polite. The price was a little steep but worth it for the joy these gifts would bring someone!

A super cute, funny place to get memorable gifts for all! A little on the pricier side, but…read morehonestly worth the variety that they carry and having access to shop around. They're often switching up their inventory which is great, and they make their own candles (hence the name) super great place to find local favorites, especially for out of state/tourists/relocated loved ones who want a piece of CNY! Very friendly staff, I love how they'll bag up your order if it's a gift!

Someone suggested this shop to me. I had some last minute Christmas shopping to do and decided to…read morepop in slightly before closing one Saturday afternoon. The shop is small, but it is decorated so cutely! Seriously stylish aesthetics. I especially love their flower wall, which they said they made themselves. There is a good selection of candles, many of which have sassy names like Cereal-ously Delicious and That's What She Said. I went with one called Momma's Kitchen, which smelled like warm cinnamon cookies. Candles were a bit on the pricey side compared to some other local makers, however I don't mind spending to support local for special occasions that require gifts every now and then. The staff was also very kind. Admittedly, a bit out of my range to buy regularly but a fine occasional splurge.

What caught my eye is the fact that the candles are made from soy wax. The location is super clean…read moreand bright. If you're looking for something other than the overly chemically scented, and often nauseating, fragrance from the shopping mall brands then this is the place for you. With tongue in cheek names like "Big D Energy" and "Material Girl" you're sure to find a scent that speaks to your personality. I purchased two large candles and some wax melts. The candles burn clean and even. And the scents are just divine! There's even a service to refill your glass once you're done with them! How cool is that?

Cute little gift shop on Fay Road! I passed it a bunch of times and finally stopped in. The owner…read morewas so welcoming and helpful. It's definitely a good spot to find some gifts.

From the owner: ATTENTION: For the most updated information during COVID-19, please visit our Facebook page…read more After about a year of developing this newfound admiration for art, my husband discovered this sweet little gift shop called The Gift Box. Every item we carry in our gift shop is handpicked with our customers in mind. We strive to provide our loyal shoppers with something new, affordable, and distinctive. We find the beauty in artwork created by several talented local artists such as pottery, hand-painted black and white checked items, stained glass, knitted sweaters, hand-sewn home décor, and recycled/repurposed wood items. We work closely with them in much of their design to accommodate the needs of our customers and friends.

Walked into the store and Misty was very personable very friendly, very helpful telling me what…read morekind of candles and warmers to get and very outgoing very helpful and even gave my daughter a free candle for her birthday, which was a nice surprise. Great job Misty.

Such a huge fan of Yankee Candle quality. They charge a lot for their candles but it's well worth…read moreit. This location however, I have a hard time visiting. Too task oriented. If they feel like it they will greet you or if there is someone in the store they know, they are all over them while the rest of us just fend for ourselves. I was not impressed with Tina at this location. She was rude. It was an inconvenience for me to be there to purchase anything because she was by herself working on a display. To add insult to injury, I had to use a digital coupon on my smartphone and it annoyed her that I didn't zoom in enough. With a specialty retailer you think you would have the right people working to represent your brand. I would look at your staff and ask yourself "Is this the right fit for them? Do they represent our brand the way we want it represented?"

I've seen DIY candle bars in other cities and was SO EXCITED to find out one had opened here!…read more This shop is located in the McCarthy Mercantile, underneath Wildflowers Armory. The shop itself is really cozy, with brick walls and shelves of candles and containers. Though small, it's tastefully decorated, and feels really chic. About 4 people can fit at the candle bar, though I'm told they might be able to accommodate more for special events/appointments. The process is super simple. First, pick out up to three scents. The owner helped me here by making suggestions based on the kind of scents I told her I liked. This was super helpful, because she suggested some I wouldn't have thought to try or pair. It was a little overwhelming because there were so many options, but I went with a combo of her recommendations and my kneejerk instincts. Eventually choose cabernet, cotton & linen, and English garden. Step two is to pick out the container. When I went, there were only two kinds of vessels, a dark or a light - though the owner mentioned possibly adding more options. Step three, the owner pours hot wax into the container, then fragrance, then sets a timer for a few minutes, and you stir until it stops. From there, your candle is finished, and just needs to set. This takes around 90 minutes, and you can either come back and get it the same day, or pick it up another day. Then, the owner wraps it up in a bag with super cute matches and a sticker, and it's super nice. This would make a really nice present, date night, girls night, etc. I had a lot of fun and I've been destressing with my candle all week. This was super fun and I definitely recommend checking it out if you want something different to do!

Sara is incredibly knowledgeable about all things scent and candle. You can stop in and sniff your…read moreway through the options and describe your vision and get help balancing a candle that will make your space smell exactly the way you want it to. I am currently sitting awash in ancient incense and leather and I've never wanted my place to smell like anything more. There are some more standard candle vessels and some unique options, depending on when you stop in. I have two of the more standard vessels and think they're wonderful but someone I came in with took home a delightful soup bowl with a wooden wick that smells exactly as they wanted it to smell. If you stop in upstairs, you can also grab some reed diffusers and scents if you're not a candle person or just can't trust your cat with an open flame (I get it, mine can be a menace, too). I'm so picky about scent that I can't compare the pricing here to other places, as I don't usually find candles I'm willing to smell in my home long-term so to me, these are worth every penny.

I really like the sample products, so you can try before you buy. Something is always on sale. I…read morebuy travel size hand sanitizer in bulk for gifts and my kids. They love the bright colors and various smells. I have been using bath and body since the 90's and used to live by cucumber melon.

Upon entering the "bath and body" entrance we were greeted at least 1 billion times which is to be…read moreexpected. Annoying but it's part of their business model I guess. We made our way over to the candle side called Whitebarn which is connected but gives the vibe of two different stores. As soon as we entered THE SECURITY GUARD asked if we needed any help. We politely told him no. He then asked if we were looking for a new scent or something else. My partner politely told him we were just looking and if we find something we liked we'd buy it. He then proceeded to BOMBARD us with candles "smell this" "smell that"....."do you like floral? Musky".... The guy just would not STOP. He literally followed us all over the candle section. I kept walking away from him but he was just way too persistent. Mind you, he's the SECURITY GUARD posted up in the candle side of the store. I got so annoyed I told my partner I wanted to leave. When other patrons came into the candle section he barely paid them ANY attention at all. I've never been in a store where a SECURITY GUARD acted as a sales associate. Maybe he thought we were going to steal the very large 3 wick candles in our leggings or something. Very unpleasant experience.