We went to see about a 1960s German China set that was purchased by my mom when stationed in…read moreGermany. Bone white with a simple platinum ring, complete settings and all the extras for setting a great looking special table. This was the perfect spot to display and sell our tableware. . The variety and quality of the other items (collectible posters, art, home decor, even pet clothes) are superb. We enjoyed visiting with nice lady working there very much. We will go back next trip to the next door eating location. Thanks

Last year on a cold winter day we stumbled on this place while eating at Liter House. It is a…read morelittle kept secret... a true gem! We now check it out on a regular basis and always find some unique items. Prices are excellent, especially when compared to other vintage shops. The true treasure of the sho are the people that run it. They are so delightful and always make you feel welcome. Many times they have helped add to a collection by offering suggestions and remembering us when we came in. Though we don't always buy something we always learn something. Their knowledge and helpfulness is fantastic. I appreciate all the unique serving pieces and kitchen things available. My husband loves the record collection. Give this place a try... Parking can be utilized on either side of the building. You will have to look for it the first time but it is easy if you look for the grey building next to Liter House.

The Accent Shop is a charming local family-owned gift shop on 86th Street. The shop is filled with…read moreHalloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas gifts and decor. An entire wall is filled with beautiful glassware, perfect for wedding presents. They carry a lot of traditional decor, that is hard to find now. I bought several cute cards. Prices are reasonable. Peg, the clerk, was engaging, helpful and ambassador for the area. (She sent me to the nearby cupcake shop after I checked out.) She also made sure that we had an invite to their upcoming holiday open house. There is plenty of parking in the strip mall lot.

This was my first opportunity to check out The Accent Shop in its new location after a move from…read morethe Nora area. The Accent Shop has been around since 1958 when Dick and Jane Bridgins opted to move out of their department store setting in an effort to bring a more modern style store to the Indy area offering furniture, lamps, tabletop and more. Today's The Accent Shop definitely still focuses on contemporary design, though they have a strong focus on bridal and gift registry items including dinnerware, flatware, glassware, serving pieces, collectibles, jewelry, and a bunch of other fun stuff. This new location is a little more relaxed than was Nora. For the most part, it seems a lot more spacious until you get into the Collectibles area where everything is really packed in. The employees have always been helpful here, though it's definitely in a more reserved way. In terms of accessibility, I'd likely quibble a bit with Yelp's listing that "wheelchair accessible" is one of the amenities here. While it definitely has some of the basics - for example, nearby accessible parking, appropriate curb cuts, and a level to the ground entry - The store itself is for sure a little bit hit-and-miss in terms of interior design. As I noted, this is especially true in the collectibles area where even my small manual wheelchair struggled and had to detour my path multiple times due to far too narrow aisles. I can't imagine a power chair being successful here. That said, the front of the store is vastly superior to the Nora location in terms of space and design. That was nice to see. I also really love the options here. I think the collectibles section bugged me in terms of access precisely because that was my favorite area of the store. From Christmas wares to a surprisingly large (and unique) Halloween section, I was really impressed here. I loved some of the candles. I loved the garden flags. The glassware was awesome. I think my two favorite sections are likely the kitchenwares and the seasonal collectibles. I can easily see myself returning come Halloween. Prices vary. You can sure spend a modest amount here, though there are also some higher-end items. There's something special about a shop that reminds you of the value of in-person shopping. I really enjoyed shopping here and loved the diversity of the items. Overall, I'd easily return and I very likely will during both Halloween and Christmas. While I do wish the layout was a bit more wheelchair friendly, there's an obvious effort here and I'm guessing 3/4 of the store is easily accessible and for the most part going very slowly and with care I was able to see most everything I wanted to see.

I stumbled upon this quaint shop in Broad Ripple while grabbing lunch nearby with a coworker and I…read morejust had to pop in. It was screaming my name from the sidewalk with its bright yellow paint and the colorful garments displayed near the door. Once inside the vibrance continued as the small space was packed to the brim with amazing Tibetan items ranging from clothing and accessories to home decor, books, and knicknacks. There was so much to look at and while I was limited on time, my attention was immediately drawn to some of the clothing. I've been on the hunt for some unique patchwork pants and I found my dream pair. I also found a cute cropped tee. I just had to have both and lucky for me, both were on sale. I got them for just under $60. I honestly could have spent an hour browsing, but alas I had to be on my way. I'm so happy I found this true hidden gem. The community is lucky to have such a cool shop.

One of my favorite things about Broad Ripple is that it can be an absolute blast to just venture…read morethrough the alleys to discover a variety of little shops. Shop Tibet has been in Broad Ripple right along Westfield Boulevard for at least several years. I've only made my way in a couple of times for two reasons - I'm never quite sure of the hours and it's definitely not the most wheelchair friendly little shop. The good news is that Shop Tibet does have a pretty level to the ground doorway - it's narrow but workable. They pack a lot into a relatively small space, however, it's really surprisingly workable if I'm careful. Shop Tibet is run by a Hoosier Tibetan and does support Tibet. You can get clothing, jewelry, accessories, incense, Tibetan-themed items, and items I'm guessing are not actually Tibetan but still bring to mind a Tibetan theme. I find the prices here to be surprisingly affordable and the selection is surprisingly comprehensive given the modest size of the shop. I tend to be a candle and incense freak. I'm also into books, teas, and other smaller items. This is the kind of little gem that I'm surprised doesn't get more love, though they must do well enough since they've been here a long time in this almost corner spot not far from the firehouse. While I'm not sure I'd call this a destination shop, if you're in the area I'd definitely say it's worth it. I have to admit that while I find myself thinking it would be hard for a power chair to maneuver in this shop, I have a couple of friends who are power chair users who say it works. If you're in the village, I'd definitely stop by Shop Tibet. I was just here a couple days ago, and it was as cool as ever.

Woman owned, loved the selection of quality printed classics. Covers i had never seen before for…read moremust read books. Adorable on the inside. Friendly and cozy atmosphere

This spot is such a gem! I love it and am so happy to have found it after almost 5 years of being…read morehere! Very charming and cozy, with cats and repurposed handmade/vintage journals and books (mostly classics) with the prettiest covers. Ended up with perfect gifts for the MIL. The owner is also so sweet, and recommended that we check out the conservatory nearby for the last day of the Christmas deco/train installation. We followed her advice and I'm so glad that we did, what a way to close out 2023!

Great locally owned store with a wonderful selection of gifts including jewelry, accessories, items…read morefor your home and so much more!

I really like this shop. It's fun! It reminds me of a lot of the shops in Broad Ripple when there…read morewere a lot of shops in Broad Ripple... Twisted Sisters has a great variety of gifts and many different themes and types of gifts. They have a lot of unique items that I don't see in other shops. One thing I really appreciate about the shop is the people working there are friendly and willing to help you find a great gift for someone. That's rare, in my experience. It's easy to find and it's a convenient location. There is ample parking. The other thing I have to mention is they will add tissue paper to your little brown paper bag and dress it up, if it is a gift and then you don't have to bother wrapping it yourself! That's a big plus for me. It is becoming my go to place when I need a fun and unique gift.

Artifacts is a locally owned, small business that specializes in mostly handmade gifts, jewelry and…read morehome decor items. I spoke with the owner, who told me that most of the merchandise originates in the U.S. or Canada. The staff is friendly and checked with me several times to see if I needed help. During my visit yesterday, the shop featured Christmas decor with lots of handmade glass ornaments. I fell in love with several of the turquoise inlaid cutting boards and handmade pottery. The prices are high, but inline either what you'd expect for hard-crafted art. I purchased a few wooden snowman ornaments for the kids. The shop is located in a historic building in Broad Ripple. Good luck finding street metered parking. My advice is to shop midweek, during off hours to find parking.

Found this gem while taking a walk in broad ripple! Haven't heard of it before, so was pleasantly…read moresurprised by the selection of items. Feels like a more elevated version of silver in the city, and I would recommend for a spot to find gifts for the women in your life (girl friends, moms, grandmothers). Definitely a bit on the pricy side, but still reasonable. Employees were super friendly too! I'll keep this store in mind for future occasions where I need a pretty gift!

I was greeted when I first arrived. It's a great little store with lots of cool eclectic options…read more There are several things that were very pricey, but I bought several cool things at a reasonable price. So you get a little of the pricey and less expensive

I live just east of SoBro, though I'm known to claim the area as my homefront. It's an area I just…read moreplain love, a unique combination of urban edginess, friendly people with just a bit of attitude (like me), and a surprising amount of cool businesses. SoBro Vintage Market is probably right on that line between what would be considered SoBro and Broad Ripple, though it undeniably carries a SoBro vibe. In case there's any doubt, this is a vintage market. The vibe tends to change here from visit to visit, though I'm not going to say I actually frequent the place because, quite honestly, it's not always particularly wheelchair friendly. Some of this stuff is vintage enough that I don't want to take a chance on breaking it with my chair. You can get art here. You can get music here. You can get clothing here. You can get some furniture here. If you look up this place on social media, you'll see that they actually have "& Curiosities" in their name - that's appropriate because they have quite a bit that I would simply call "curiosities." Prices range from "great deal" to WTF?" It seems like when I've been here, I've always seen quite a bit that falls into mid-century. That's kind of appropriate considering an awful lot of SoBro would fall into that era (including my home - a 1955 California ranch). When they are open, they are known for putting some items outside (which is how I finally stopped - I saw a wonderful retro dining room table that was to die for). People are friendly and knowledgeable. I honestly don't know a lot about the place, other than I find it to be ultra-cool, and I've never stopped by that I didn't see something I'd want (and will sometimes get). If you're into the vintage scene, SoBro Vintage Market is definitely worth a visit. If you have mobility issues or are a wheelchair user, just be aware that sometimes it gets pretty tight inside and you'll want to exercise caution.

Antiques Emporium has moved locations. The plaza they were in is being Carmelfied. They are now in…read morewhat I would call an office complex. They are about half the size they were. Everything was set up nicely and it was much brighter and cleaner. They don't have as many vendors but some like the record stall is the same. They have a good amount of parking and 2 or 3 designated spots right out front. Be aware the new address is 170 W Carmel Drive. The Kirby Building. I sent the info to Yelp but they have yet to change the info, even with a photo of the sign posted with the new the location.

I made a quick visit to the Antique Emporium. It was my second visit to the store. It is not a…read morereally big space - certainly not as big as The Carmel Antique Mall but they have a nice mix of merchandise. I was tempted by a pair of salt and pepper shakers but ultimately did not make a purchase. If you are searching for something in particular I suggest you pay a visit to the Antique Emporium and visit the Carmel Antique Mall as well since it is nearby. Both times I was there, one employee was sitting at the desk available for assistance. The parking lot has ample parking. I am not sure of the future of the strip mall since I believe the nearby strip mall with SoHo cafe is closing Dec 30 permanently and slated to be demolished.