I always enjoy a good local shop and like to see all the creative and nostalgic things that are…read moreassociated with a place. Something about the items in the window drew me in. Also I had to get a photo with the state of Michigan with my face in it. There were so many cute T-shirts, Faygo pop, fudge, and other fun Michigan stuff. If you are looking for unique items or gifts for others, this is a great spot.

I placed an order AU 17th. Shipping is showing "pending" three weeks later. Three emails to…read morecustomer service have not been sneered. I guess I just gave away $70!

When you need that one gift "they will just live" this is that place to find it. Small, quaint in…read moresize but it's the place that you will find the perfect gift for the hardest person to gift. Their service is exemplary and the touch is personal. This staff is friendly and very helpful.

This is a local favorite, it's been here for ages, clearly has standing power with the locals…read more I have been coming here since I was in high school, they used to have pastries back then. It's a small but perfect gift shop for cards, stationery, crystal pieces, table settings or whatever random items that might fit your fancy. Staff has always been friendly and helpful to me.

I can't get over how cute this place is. I've been into quite a few eclectic stores like this and I…read morealways enjoy them but this one just had a special little edge. Everything in the store feels purposeful and is honestly something I'd be tempted to buy! They have lots of items for a home bar, camping, birthday gifts, and more. We got something for our home bar and I'd like to come back again to look for some birthday gifts for friends. So many witty items and practical gadgets. And the best part was the group of friendly women at the cashiers. They brought out snacks to a pup walking outside, complimented my mac n cheese mask, and were just generally very friendly. Such a fun experience!

This is a gift store which had fancy candles and fun little things to tempt you to buy, little…read morenotebooks and books and knickknacks.

All Things Marketplace is located in Corktown on the Michigan/Trumbull block where Tiger Stadium…read morestood. This store is perfect to bring out of towners. Plenty of Detroit swag; tshirts, stickers, patches, chips, hot sauces, etc. This shop is perfect for gifts, or just because. She is also able to do customs & ships all around the world. Go check her shop out!

My go to spot for local shopping. All Things Marketplace carries so my cool items to buy for…read moreyourself or even as gifts. The thing I like the most is that they are curated from small businesses. I picked up a cute handbag, a Detroit Riverfront Conservatory hoodie, some postcards, a giftable mini cup and some amazing smelling soap. All small businesses and right in the heart of Corktown. Follow on social media for updates on events and offerings. Tip: you can buy online for shipping to your home or pick up in store. It's great for those who like to shop online. Me included. Detroit Monopoly was my favorite online order. Pleasant staff. Lots to choose from with affordable pricing.

My go to place to buy gifts for my wife or some ladies I work with. Lots of boutique still graphic…read moreshirts and other items too like freeze dried candies and decorative candles too.

Vendors beware. I was a vendor for over 6 months. Ended up costing me to be there. That's 1…read morething, maybe I was in the wrong demographic. But, there were so many other issues. One, you could never get a call back or a response in messenger. Very hard to work with someone when communication is one way. Checks were to be ready on the 10th of each month, with a sales report sent via email. I left self addressed stamped envelopes to have my check mailed because it was a 45 minute drive one way to get there. I don't think my check was ever mailed on time, and each month you would wait and wait for a sales report. One month she was too busy to get checks out on time. I always felt that vendors came last. I gave her my 30 day notice prior to leaving. Granted, it was in December when I was leaving. But, I left a message the night before I was picking up, on the vendor facebook page. Her response was that my inventory would be left in boxes, in the alley. So, my inventory sat in an alley all night. I had 4 boxes out there. Once I got settled and checked in what was there, and what I had sold had been also checked off my inventory list, I was missing around $1200 in product. And I had a handful of pieces that didn't belong to me. I contacted the owner and her response was that there is nothing she can do. But if she comes across any, she would let me know. As for what I received that didn't belong to me, no response. I have reached out a few times since and it's radio silence. Yes, she has a beautiful store, and with the amount of stock, it can be overwhelming for a shopper. As a vendor, I do not recommend this place. I say, stay far away.

Visited Urban Wick for a shower. There were 10 women and we had a great time. Highly recommend for…read morea unique and fun experience.

This was such a fun experience! I came here with my girlfriends to celebrate my friend's birthday…read more When you enter the shop, you are given a clipboard and are directed to start smelling all the fragrances...over 80!! You write down all of your favorites and then narrow it down your list to the top 4 scents you think smell best together to create your own signature candle. You can also make a reed defuser, room spray, or soap as an alternative option. Before pouring the wax and mixing your scents, you choose from their selection of jars, ranging in price around $40-60. After creating your candle and naming your scent, it takes around 90-120 minutes for it set. I think the experience could be elevated with a few things: An option to customize your candle with glitter, color of wick, color of wax, ability to select a cute label with your scent's name or create one, even a label maker would do the trick. They have some cute vessels, but I would love to see more variety in different styles, colors, and sizes. I asked the owner, Marleen what ingredients were in the fragrance oils and she couldn't really give me a complete answer other than they are not 100% essential oils but they're synthetic and safe because they don't buy them from overseas. hmmm.... With that said, I'm sure they contain toxins like phthalates and ethyl methoxycinnamates. Reputable brands of oils will clearly label their products and disclose all the components. I try to use scents, body care, and household cleaners free from toxins so this is a little concerning not knowing what chemicals are in the candle. I'm sensitive to irritants which aggravate my asthma and also give me headaches. I just wish i knew for sure what was in this magical potion of oils we mixed. Overall, I had a fun time and made some great memories. It's a unique activity for a date night or group outing with friends that all ages can enjoy.

The Silver Quill has been my favorite-ever store for many years & everyone that I have referred has…read moreloved it too. Many beautiful "treasures" of all kinds are featured with wonderful hosts: Linda and Joe! Thank you for the many enjoyable hours!

The private lot of chained off, not a good sign…read more On Yelp it shows they are open today. They are definitely not. Call ahead. You can see the wide assortment of glass items in the window for browsing, but can't park on the premises unless they are open.

There's so much to say about this completely unique, delightfully quirky shop. It has…read morespiritualness, a great sense of humor, and a great respect for otherworldly forces. That all shines through with the candles, votives, incense, etc. that is thoughtfully shelved and shared. To add to the shopping experience, the staff is wonderful! So friendly, helpful, and just all-around cool. And if someone asks you if you want your candle dressed, the correct answer is yes.

I've visited a few times for tall candles. To me, it's novelty but other people take these candles…read moreso seriously... going so far as having them "blessed" by certain staff members. You'll find candles for almost any ailment, predicament or situation. Baby mama drama, legal trouble, help winning the lottery, etc. Some of them are printed on the jar but other signs are taped onto the jar (a little low-rent for my tastes). Room for improvement includes pricing all the candles. I picked one up without a price tag and it was $8 when I got to the register, when I saw many others priced around $6 or $7. It was a gift for a friend so not a big deal. Discount Candles is a really fun shop whether you believe the hullabaloo or not. They offer a wide variety of candles, incense and oils to choose from, and they've got a large (free!) parking lot to the right of the store for your convenience. Check the photos I uploaded for an idea of what the shop is like!