The a gem of a store. Its what I would describe as an urban housewares stores. It has lots of…read moreinteresting home decor items, but usually in scaled down versions. For example, lot of small/miniature plants to fit into a smaller apartment or condo. They also offer other knick knack like items to help accent your home. I like the nice selection of birthday/greeting cards. The staff are friendly and available for assistance.

I just did all my holiday shopping in one stop. Mod Gen is a perfect little shop that has unique…read moreitems (cards, holiday decor, kitchen and home items, books, etc) and fantastic planters and plants for all tastes. And the opportunity to have your chosen plants planted in your choice of planters on the spot makes it so special, especially for someone like me who can't seem to pot a plant to save my life. The store is heavily stocked but not overwhelming; it takes a while to see it all and decide what all I wanted to get. It is a lot of fun to shop here. Park at the Public Market for the easiest way to find a spot or wait for a spot on the street. I am not sure about accessibility as it is a few steps to get in the front door. I didn't see another option but I also didn't look for one. I hope they have access somewhere but call ahead to be sure.

We came to Glassnote to celebrate our anniversary, and I'm so glad I chose this experience as a…read moresurprise for my boyfriend. It was such a fun and memorable way to spend the evening together. The ambiance was beautiful, the cocktails were great, and the candle-making experience was so much fun. There were definitely a few moments of decision overload as I was trying to figure out exactly what I wanted, and the team did such a great job stepping right in to help and guide us. They were so welcoming and attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. My boyfriend was so impressed with the experience that he was telling his family about it afterward, and I was just as impressed. We both had such a great time, and I'm really glad we chose Glassnote for our anniversary. I would absolutely recommend it for a date night or special occasion!

Glassnote Candle Bar was such a fun and unique girls night out/date night experience. You have to…read moremake a reservation, which allows for a personalized, non-rushed experience. When you arrive, you are greeted by a cocktail menu with many great options that make it hard to choose. They also had a build your own old fashioned menu which we obviously had to try and ended up being a highlight. For the candle making itself, you start by going to a wall full of different scents. The staff tell you the proper way to smell it and what you should be looking for in a candle. I honestly learned so much. Once we picked our scents, our server then walked us through the candle making process. She was very attentive and explained everything, making it really easy to follow. After the candles were made, we had to wait about 30 minutes to let them settle, which gave us time to chat and try another cocktail. In total it took about 2 hours. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to cost. It was pretty pricey to make a single candle, which you are paying for the experience as well. However, something to keep in mind when planning your next date night. Overall, we had a fun time making the candles (and cocktails) and I will be recommending Glassnote to my friends for a unique night out.

I love this place! It has to be my favorite gift shop all over Milwaukee because they have…read moreeverything I didn't think I was looking for! It made it easy for me To find gifts for my friends & coworkers. They have gifts like unique and eclectic stickers, candles, clothing, wallets, books, games, jewelry, ceramics, chocolate, coffee, tea, kitchen stuff, Kids stuff, and more! I'm a huge fan of their wide range of earring selection! Affordable and reasonable pricing. Staff was helpful and available if you had any questions. Ample street parking outside

Swoon is a great mix of nick backs, baby clothes, kids toys, jewelry, candles and more. It's a…read moregreat place to stop for a gift for friends or families. They have the cutest onesies for kids and the largest selection of fern and needle I've ever seen. They also have a few other candle brands as well. They also have some small local artists work sold here. Overall a really cool artsy nick nack store that has a huge range of inventory.

My daughter and I had an amazing time during her Bleu Lux Candle making/Birthday celebration! The…read moreowner was professional, knowledgeable & friendly. The cutely designed boutique space was organized, with ample room for personal food & beverages. In addition to the service being reasonably priced, it was overall a fun, unique, and memorable experience. We plan on coming back soon and inviting more friends & family.

Such a beautiful gift shop! So many different goodies candles, jewelry, perfumes, soaps, essential…read moreoils and so much more ! Mary was so helpful and kind. Check it out if you're looking for a cute thoughtful gift for a loved one. The cost of things were very reasonable and worth the products.

Super cute, tiny store with a diverse selection of MKE & WI souvenirs. My tradition is to buy a tea…read moretowel when I visit a place as a reasonably priced, useful remembrance. They are becoming hard to find which is mind boggling to me as everyone needs to dry a dish at some point in one's life! Also, they are super easy to pack! When I buy gifts for folks, I buy socks. Again, reasonably priced and easy to pack. This store answered my needs with three different tea towel designs by the same WI artist, and silly, colorful socks. I also bought decals and refrigerator magnets (not made in WI). Everything I was looking at was very inexpensive. Service was acceptable. The only thing I would have loved to have seen would have been a Lego brick compatible MOC (my own creation) kit of a 3D map of WI, or maybe a polka musician with an accordion wearing a cheesehead, or something else quintessentially WI. AFOLs (adult fans of Lego) are known for paying stupid prices for souvenir Lego kits of places we visit.

Looking for some souvenirs to take home, found this small but very cute store with a big variety of…read moreitems. Fairy priced $4 and up on a variety of magnets and so many other trinkets good deals. Service was very nice and friendly. Definitely stop by if your looking for some souvenirs.

I came with a bachelorette group and had an amazing time creating my own candle! We had really…read moregreat instruction of how to go about building the scent profiles and step by step instructions

Came in to "pop in and pour" a candle, and it was so much fun! I'm obsessed with the scent I made -…read morethere are so many amazing smells to choose from. I poured my candle next to the shop dog, Chompers, who was so cute and friendly. Kara, the owner, is so sweet and a great instructor. Highly recommend!

When it comes to shopping and supporting local small businesses, the Bronzeville Collective is a…read moregreat option in Milwaukee! This location is home to several black/brown and LGBTQ+ creative business owners with over 25 local brands represented. I stopped by on Small Business Saturday and I really appreciated the efforts they are taking to provide a safe in-person shopping experience. They ask that you wear a mask and clean your hands upon entry (they have a sanitation station at the main entrance). They also have 'touchless shopping' signs throughout to remind shoppers to look with their eyes unless they're serious about purchasing an item. The represented brands range from clothing apparel to accessories and jewelry. They also have holistic care brands along with candles and other fragrances. If you're looking to support local, then you need to make a visit to the Bronzeville Collective!

The bohemian, spiritual, communal vibes of this place are strong! Such a unique spot and a…read moremust-visit if you are on the hunt for a one-of-a-kind gift. They have everything from crystal candles, gemstones, apparel, and lots of handcrafted jewelry. The atmosphere is funky, eclectic and oh so welcoming. Be ready to be stopped upon entering and nicely asked to use some hand-sanitizer. We weren't ready for that but had zero qualms about the request. There is also signage around the store calling for "touchless shopping" and everyone is quick to help upon request. It also looked like there were several orders waiting to be picked up, curb-side style. Might be worth looking into if you still aren't a fan of shopping in a brick and mortar just yet. Side note/bonus - a lot of the retailers in this space are local small businesses of color AND this shop is located directly across the America's Black Holocaust Museum.

This is a really nice little shop if you are into this sort of thing with a lot of different items…read moreto look at, and a knowledgeable staff that can tell you more about each thing. I really don't know much about these sorts of things but my Mom is really into them so I went in with her once. First off, I was surprised to see something like this in Elm Grove! I was also surprised at how much stuff there was, a little bit of everything! They have classes for yoga and other things as well. There is a big focus on healing, so there are stones/crystals for that. There are also books, artwork, items to display your different stones and crystals, etc. Definitely fun to check out!

Felt positive, soothing energy when I opened the door. The people working were super knowledgeable,…read morefriendly and helpful, especially Lucy. Beautiful stones and healing gifts.

Tucked away in Riverwest, this gem of a shop is a must to check out if you're looking for antiques,…read moredishes, furniture, fabric, and more. Everything is really nicely curated. They also do upholstery and the pieces they had around the shop were gorgeous. Keep this in mind if you want a bit of an upgrade but don't want to buy an entirely new piece. There are also modern things, handmade items and artwork sprinkled throughout the shop. Staff was very friendly. Plenty of street parking.

Was able to visit last week while in town to get my daughter for winter break from college. I think…read morethis is one of my favorite places in Milwaukee to browse! Employees were extremely friendly and just so much to see. Absolutely loved all the plants in the store. Picked up a table runner and my first plant for my home. Will definitely be back!