The Paper Mouse is a charming independent stationery shop and gift boutique in West Newton that is…read moreeasy to spend more time in than you originally planned. The store has a warm, inviting atmosphere with thoughtfully arranged displays that make browsing enjoyable. Every section feels carefully organized, and there is always something interesting to discover whether you are shopping for yourself or looking for a unique gift. The selection is what really makes this shop stand out. There is a great variety of high-quality notebooks, fountain pens, journals, greeting cards, and art supplies, along with plenty of creative desk accessories and small gifts. I especially enjoyed looking through the Japanese stationery and beautifully designed paper goods, which are not the kind of items you typically find in a larger office supply store. The card and wrapping paper selection is also impressive, making it an easy place to stop when you need something a little more thoughtful for a birthday, holiday, or special occasion. One thing I appreciated was how curated everything felt. Instead of being packed with endless products, the store carries a collection that reflects quality and creativity, with a mix of imported stationery, locally made items, and unique gifts. It makes browsing feel more personal, and I found myself noticing details in products that I probably would have overlooked in a larger retailer. The atmosphere adds just as much to the experience. The relaxed setting, friendly staff, and inviting displays make it easy to take your time exploring each section. The Paper Mouse also hosts workshops and creative events, which fit naturally with the store's focus on art, design, and craftsmanship and help make it feel like more than just a place to shop. Overall, The Paper Mouse is one of those neighborhood stores that is worth visiting whether you are a stationery enthusiast or simply looking for a thoughtful gift. The combination of carefully curated products, welcoming atmosphere, and creative spirit makes it a shop I would happily return to whenever I am in the West Newton area.

It's just the best place for fountain pens, paper, ink, gifts! Local owner. Great items for…read morereasonable prices. Love it!

This store is adorable and they have a beautiful selection of toys, books, and must-haves for…read morebabies and young kids. The staff are excellent and can point you to options. It's so awesome to be able to walk in and ask for something and voila, the person working there knows exactly what you mean. It's a charming space and I'm sure kids would be completely enchanted to visit.

An absolutely charming, little gem of a children's store in Davis Square…read more I was drawn in by the fun and colorful window display/artwork. The fabulous display continues throughout the store, creating a very enjoyable shopping experience. The selection of clothing, books and toys are well curated for ages ranging newborn to small children. I had a lovely chat with the owner who was both friendly and helpful with my shopping needs. She let me know about a clothing sale they were having and provided fun facts about the books I was browsing. (Local authors sold here) I was pleased to see good Spanish book options, and ended up purchasing one as a gift. Many of the items here seemed to be "earth friendly", made with good materials at a reasonable price. I will be back to shop for gifts in the future!

I went in this past Monday and discovered a place of haven for planner, journals and notebook…read morelovers!!! This is such a great traditional stationery spot. Parking can be tricky and hard to find but it's worth the price and time. Service was excellent and patient and what a nice gift shop for out-of-towners. I was so glad they already had 2026 Regional Calendars. They have Campus, Moleskine, Rhodia, LEUCHTTURM1917, Traveler's Company etc. Respectfully Reviewed.

A wonderful store for anyone who is tired of the digital world. I appreciated their stationary…read moreselection.

Lovely neighborhood shop that adds such charm to the square. Elizabeth is warm and welcoming and…read morehas super positive, calm energy. She's curated excellent gifts at various price points. and she keeps up with the seasons and holidays. All around favorite shop nearby and wonderful for little gifts.

Such a great little store with wonderful staff. They have tons of gift options, but also plenty of…read more"I need this in my house stat" and "ooo I didn't know that was a thing, how handy/cool/lovely/pretty/tasty" options. You'll always find something you want/need here, and it's great for just browsing or going in with a specific gift or item in mind. Excellent place to shop local.

The service was outstanding and the yarn selection was great! The staff was very friendly and…read more helpful!

Rude/cold staff member instructed me to get a specific type of yarn (which she claimed to be…read morenon-superwash yarn) to felt a bag i worked on for months, only for it to rip apart in the washer and not felt at all. Incorrect yarn suggestion by rude lady!

The selection at gateway is wonderful. Pieces range from greeting cards to larger purchases like…read morepaintings. This means you can support artists with any budget.

gateway arts is one of the best art programs ever of all time I first went here back in 2017 and I…read morehad a blast making stuff and having some of them being sold and make money from them while there is a part of me that's wanna go back I know there are times were you have to go to other places but I do go back and visit once in a while but I still come over to the events at times I have met so many awesome people at the place stuff, artists and even interns I have seen some of them go but a few are still there, gateway arts you are an amazing place now and forever.

I've been to a lot of shops themed similarly, Teehee i must say has been the most clean, most…read moreorganized and most impressive wall of Sanrio haha least that i have been in. The others focus more on beauty products and some blind boxes and bathroom necessities. This store has a ton of cute things for your loved ones, a Photo Booth, cute tidbits for your tooth brushes, phone charms, art supplies etc. Now the BIG BIG hello kitty, Sanrio character plushes i think are $250+ but they are .. what one might think would be life size for what hello kitty would be haha. One staff member working, greeted as we walked in and overall nice. Appreciate how organized and clean the store is, makes it a breeze to navigate.

We were driving by and I noticed there was a store that had a GINORMOUS Hello Kitty in the…read morewindow... definitely had to stop, park, & check Teehee out! Teehee has everything Hello Kitty/Sanrio from plushies, pencil pouch cases, accessories, apparel, & more. I'm OBSESSED with their large Hello Kitties & little knick knacks. Very pricey though, in my opinion, but as expected. There's a couple stores similar Allston & Chinatown (Tao's & Reiwatakiya), but Teehee has much more for options if you're looking for Sanrio.

Employees were very attentive and came over immediately if you had any questions or need…read moreassistance. They had you practice a few methods prior to starting. We went with the rug tufting activity, which was fun and I learned I don't quite have the patience for it. However, I'd try it again now that I've made one rug. It definitely can be tiring on the hands and takes a few hours so not something that can be rushed. You can choose any design you'd like as long as you have a photo and they can project it from your phone to outline. At the end they put a non-slip backing. They offer other activities too, great place to go on a rainy or cold day or whenever one is feeling crafty!

Had a very fun time making my rug. The team was so positive and energetic, and were helping during…read moreevery step of the process! I was shocked how "easy" it was to make the rug-I attribute some of that to the staff hosting such a strong tutorial. I can't wait to go back!