We liked it because it wasn't like all the souvenir shops - we are flying out tomorrow and wanted…read moresouvenirs that felt more personal. They had unique items including coin purses, jewelry, scarves, some mugs that didn't look like all the rest .. just a lot of great things in a tiny space.

This business is in the road to Edinburgh Castle that so many tourist trek to. There is nothing…read morewrong with this establishment per se. It's one of the many businesses that cater to tourists with Scottish themed merchandise, not locally made. The locals miss the prior local business. The prices were okay, but not great.

Obviously this shop is made for tourists (like me) and has some of the best real estate in…read moreEdinburgh on the Royal Mile. Even though it is touristy, it has an extensive selection of quality scarves and other wool/cashmere products. I purchased a scarf that cost something like £30 and i absolutely love it. The wool is great quality and warm but breathable and the perfect length. There is a wide range of tartan scarves at various price points. I contemplated visiting Johnstons of Elgin but their scarves are more than I'm willing to pay since I don't get to wear it more than a few times a year in Southern California. My little scarf has gone with me to the beautiful Highlands and goes with me on every trip to Scotland or colder climates now and I'm very happy with it. Service was efficient and polite as it tends to be there.

Do you ever walk into a shop and want everything? Not just most of it but actually everything. I…read morecould quite happily decorate my flat in just things from here while wearing clothes from here too. It's a slightly odd mix of furniture, jewelry, art and clothing but works. It's also a mix of vintage, modern and new. By comparison to similar shops in Edinburgh it's quite cheap and they have a very good January sale. The store is really small and packed full of stock so if you want something from the back it may take a while to move everything so you can buy it. If you see something that you want then buy it as it might not be there when you come back the next day. The owner is super friendly and will recommend other things in stock if something isn't quite right (or too big for the space you need a table for). For small gift and pretty things for presents it's also ideal. Sigh, someone just buy me it all ok?

Lovely little shop selling every type of gift you can imagine. Beautiful displays, original card…read moredesigns and very friendly staff. You can find it near the famous Anstruther fish bar.

This is a sweet little boutique, with lovely gifts and a selection of toys and accessories for…read morechildren. I noticed they're also started selling clothes - some of them vintage! - on one rail outside the shop and another inside. There's a great selection of candles, cards and other lovely things that would make an excellent gift or treat for yourself. There's an abundance of gift shops to to choose from in the area and, whilst this isn't my first choice, I really enjoy popping in as its a pleasant wee shop to browse and staff always say hello and offer help if you need it. I also like having a peek in their ever-changing window displays!

What a sweet little shop!…read more This place caught my eye a few weeks ago, when I stopped dead in my tracks and found myself wandering in to utter: "How much is that Dalek in the window?!" I'm such an adult. The Dalek turned out to be the coolest bubble bath that ever there was and was a sweet price of £7.50. Unfortunately, I hate baths and not even the super cute container could justify my purchase. So I left, knowing that soon, the universe would give me the necessary excuse to buy nerd soap. Enter #SocialMediaSanta. If you're not familiar, this is a very nifty initiative run by Shelter Scotland to give families that otherwise could not afford them, presents for the holiday season. They ask for unwrapped toys and then distribute them throughout the city. You know what is an unwrapped toy? DALEK BUBBLE BATH! Yes, just a week after my window love fest, I found myself gleefully skipping back to this spot to take a Dalek to a nerdy kid in need. Along the way, I realized they stock a ton of other amazing toys - from neat craft kits (paint your own trucks!) to super cute baby bath gloves (the hungry caterpillar! nostalgia bonus!) and everything in between. What started as a one toy purchase turned into fifteen and I swear, I had more fun buying them then the kids who will soon receive them. This place gets a little bonus love from me because the lovely lady behind the till threw in some soap and lotions (for Moms!) free of charge to pay it forward to the folks in Edinburgh. I am the Evil Auntie to two little ones back home, so I dare say i'll be popping back here again to find them unique toys and nerdy giftables, even if it'll cost me a bomb to get them back across the point. But if you have local little ones (or ones on the way!), you should definitely poke your head in here. The prices might be a bit higher then your big box options but the cool factor is worth the price tag.

Today I visited the Borders in Scotland, a countryside famous for its ancient ruinous abbeys and…read moremonasteries, castles , idyllic villages, round soft hills and the borderline to England. Anyways, I came across a wee creative shop in Innerleithen not far from Peebles that looks like a flower shop from the outside, but I would really call it a Fairy shop , called Droopy Dandelion. Its really charming and fingers crossed that hopefully my wish I made in the fairy circle will come true The owner Sheila is super friendly and comes across a fairy herself . All products are made by Sheila, recycled out of cups, glasses and other derelict items, ornated with fairies and flowers. I am sure she would be delighted to welcome you to her fairy kingdom. #iwillbebacksoon

It's a lovely little coffee and gift shop on route to Dunbar from North Berwick or back. I found it…read moreby accident. The inside is very cozy. You can also sit outside in the summer. Plenty of space. The area looks very neat and tidy. More like a proper English village coffee shop Anyway the girls working there were very young. Not much knowledge of the area either. But that's fine. I ordered a latte and ginger bread and was quite impressed. The size of my cake piece was very spendacious. I can imagine customers are coming back for second portions. Literally they did on the day when I was there. They also do lunches, besides all the homemade cakes and scones. Prices are very fair. I also browsed their gift shop. Very nice candles they are selling there. It's a lovely country coffee shop. Stop there, if you can!

Yummy soups, cakes and a good French press!…read more If you are heading down this way to North Berwick, stop here as it's situated in a small hamlet of Red Sandstone Houses. Lovely picturesque village. This is one of my Mum's favourite indulgement establishments! I love the Gift shop as it's chic and lots of things to pick and go ohhh! and AHHHH! at!! Cakes are all made by the owner and all fresh! Soups also are delightful on a cold winter's day. French presses come in mild, medium or strong and i always go for strong - keeps me buzzing until i get home! The cafe also do sandwiches and other edibles. It's small so it does get full rather quick. But have a browse in the gift shop and as soon as a table comes free the staff are please to come and fetch you. Nearby is ... DUNBAR (I've reviewed the Dunbar Community Bakery on the main st and it's a catch! Grab an eclair or fantastic sausage rolls ((or both)) and head to the harbour for a beautiful seascape! and SMEATON - Smeaton Garden Nursery - is a beautiful little but well established nursery with a lots of delightful finds. it has a tea room too where you can get a bite to eat and a good cuppa! It's situated in one of the old potting sheds!

Superb Florist. Exceptionally helpful, fast delivery and reasonable prices.read more