Every now and again you'll stumble upon a shop which inspires you; to be more adventurous, to be…read moremore appreciative, to be more eclectic. Joanne Rossman Design accomplishes this is in such a beautiful fashion. The shop is small but very well organized. A diverse assortment of books, trinkets, mirrors, antiques, and artwork (essentially the same as my memory bank, which is, perhaps, why I felt so at-home in this place) are arranged in old bookcases, bureaus, trays and shelves. The arrangements (and themes) are always evolving and certainly add to the promoted wonders of discovery. On the day of our visit there were: antique silverware and place settings, shaving accessories for only the most dapper gentleman, unique tea spoons and miniature salt basins, fabrics, handmade wallets and purses, artisan jewelry, and so so much more. The display which most caught my attention was that of the center table layered in French/Parisian books, note cards, and trinkets. My purchases included: one book ("Stuff Pariseans Like"), a pocket tape measure within a lovely wooden case, and two teeeeny clock faces (smaller than a dime!), all for under $40. I chatted with the owner about visiting Paris, and craft items and all sorts of things. She is very much the sort of woman whom I would love to attend tea with (ou, peut-être un petit verre de champagne). Charming, witty, and beaming with stories of travels and experiences (Joanne, really - - - feel free to send me a Yelp message!). If you're feeling a lack of inspiration (whether it be contrived of pen-and-ink, brush-and-paint, brass-ivory-and-string, or simply "being"), a visit to this shop will be your spark to reanimation.

Joanne is the best and her shop has so many wonderful things! I always stop in and walk out with…read morefun things!

This is a wonderful store for finding unique handmade items & gifts. I love it here. Especially…read moregreat selection of cards and stationery. Cute holiday items as well. Definitely one of a kind finds. Very friendly and warm staff.

A friend recommended this gift shop as I was looking for these Boston "sewer" coasters that were…read moreadvertised on their website. Unfortunately they were sold out and I didn't see anything else that peaked my interest. The cashier was friendly and nice. The store was small and had different affordable variety of items for sale such as cloth napkins with witty sayings, bags, jewelry, mugs, greeting cards, and a child/baby section. We didn't find any street parking so we briefly parked at the Citizens bank parking lot.

I walked by this boutique at a time when they were closed. When I asked the owner when they were…read moreopen and if they had a certain kind of scarf, she let me in to look even though they were closed. They had a great selection of cozy winter scarves, and also a really good holiday gift selection. I thought the owner was super nice (I mean, she let me in, when they were closed!) and personable. I'll definitely stop in again

One of my favorite boutiques in the neighborhood. I love my purchase from the shop and can't wait…read moreto visit the store again! Superb service and quality product.

Phuni made my husband and I feel so special when coming into her store. She was so sweet and caring…read moreand it made a wonderful buying experience! Her store is beautiful and calming. I had accidentally left my debit card and she took time out of her day to come deliver it to me at my home! I will absolutely be a lifetime customer from my experience at Karma! Thank you Phuni for everything!

A Truly Extraordinary Boutique & An Even More Extraordinary Owner…read more I've been shopping at Karma for more than 15 years, and in all that time I've never encountered another boutique--or another human--quite like Phuni, the remarkable woman who owns and runs it. She is kind, inspirational, incredibly talented, and has an eye for style that feels almost magical. When I first wandered into Karma all those years ago, I remember thinking the clothes felt a bit expensive for me. What I quickly learned is that the quality is far beyond anything you find elsewhere. Every piece I've purchased has become something I wear joyfully for years. They hold up beautifully, they feel amazing, and I'm constantly stopped by people asking where I got them. Truly, each item ends up paying for itself in longevity and happiness. One of the best parts of shopping here is that Phuni knows me--my style, my size, what flatters me, and what will make me feel wonderful. She regularly brings me pieces I never would have even glanced at, and they end up being the exact things I fall in love with. Last year she suggested a jacket I never would've tried; I wore it - with a fabulous scarf and woven tote bag I also got at Karma, in NYC, snapped a rare selfie because it looked so good, and a woman on the subway stopped to tell me I looked adorable! Phuni also dressed me completely for the night before my daughter's wedding, and the outfit was so special. I continue to wear each piece with joy. In fact, I've asked my husband to skip the flowers for Mother's Day and my birthday-- instead I spend it at Karma. Shopping with Phuni is such a gift in itself. It's not just the clothing, either. I've found beautiful jewelry, scarves, bags, and truly meaningful gifts here. And what makes it even better is that Phuni sources everything she can ethically, sustainably, and through Fair Trade, supporting many women‑owned businesses, including artisans overcoming tremendous challenges such as sex trafficking. Her values are woven into every item she brings into the shop, and you can feel that integrity the moment you walk in. If you read her story (and you absolutely should), you'll understand why this place feels special from the inside out: https://www.cometokarma.com/about. Karma is one of my all‑time favorite places to shop, not just for the clothes but for the warmth, spirit, and generosity of the extraordinary woman behind it. If you're thinking of visiting, don't hesitate. You might walk in for clothes, but you'll walk out feeling seen, uplifted, and beautiful. Highly, highly recommended.

What a gem of a store!…read more It's a very curated vintage store. They have a really great collection of jewelry. I was particularly impressed with their ring selection. I have made two separate purchases so far and intend to come back again! Everything is super charming, like the drawer of "little guys" (photos attached!) For in store events they have a DJ playing records, you can shop, listen to music, and purchase a beverage to enjoy while you shop. The staff really care about what they do and it shows in the details.

As someone who really tries to buy second hand, even when on Newbury in the face of hot&new…read moreclothes, Vivant makes it super easy! Their selection is great, their staff is friendly, and the store lay-out is super logical. I ended up grabbing something from their jewelry selection--def worth a visit!

Ancient Moon Beads is an amazing Watertown resource for people who create jewelry and those who…read morewant to buy unusual and fairly priced supplies or pieces of jewelry. The owner is very helpful and very skilled at jewelry making.

I am never disappointed when I walk into Ancient Moon Beads! The owner and the staff are always…read morehelpful and even give instructions on how to use the products!!! Whenever I go in-which is QUITE often-I always find that I leave with more than just the single item that I needed since the prices are great!!! The owner is always one step ahead of the trends bringing in fantastic beads, baubles and findings from every corner of the globe! I can't wait to go in again!!!

I looooove thissss storeeeee iiii will be returninggggggg . So much to look at and they got koi…read morefish decor

BUYER BEWARE: We went inside this store and was not greeted by the 3-4 people crowding behind the…read moreregister, no other customer was inside the store. I believe they were training a new person and as we walked by we were still not greeted (it did not bother us, unfortunately we are quite used to this in these suburban towns). We took our time browsing the store as they had a selection of baby related items towards the very back of the store that we found cute yet (albeit very expensive). We spent about 10 mins. As we were leaving we see one of the (presumably new) employee with green hair walk towards the section we were in. He went past us and awkwardly followed us without uttering a word, made us feel like shoplifters. We were deeply offended and and felt disgusted as we exited the store. Apparently we are not the only ones who experienced this, I attached a screenshot of a 56 year old woman who was also followed. This store really needs to reduce their hubris, there is literally nothing of great value to steal from in this store. An apology to this review would be nice, however we do not plan on returning ever and the lack of accountability based on other replies does not provide us with much hope. TLDR; we went in this store and without any verbal interaction, was followed by an awkward employee. We felt offended and disgusted. It's 2024 and I would hate to imagine what the chain of events would be, if we were of a darker skin color.

LOVE this place…read more David and the team are the type of people I like to do business with. I needed a ring made. I had no pic of the original. Searched the internet for something close, then emailed 6 jewelers. David called me the following day. Still have not heard from anyone else. I emailed David the images, 3 weeks before Christmas '13, then went over to discuss the specifics in the shop. Describing something from memory that I lost 5 years ago, proved to be problematic. Farley asked all the right questions. I was so impressed. And they said they would have it done before Christmas. For the duration, I brought my boss and colleague in when they needed to purchase Christmas gifts- 5 mins after closing. We were welcomed with open arms, and we got to see some really special historic pieces the store has for sale. On the date they promised, I got the call. The product is impeccable. This ring has not come off my finger since that day. Firestone & Parson was there for me when I needed them. Professional, personable, understanding. When I do business and I get a sense of family, I know I'm in the right place. Do yourself a favor and stop by.

Four stars so far - this is an experience in progress…read more I recently broke a silver candelabra. Ok, raise your hand if you know where to get one of these things repaired. Good for you - I did not. I was pretty hopeless. Who would you even think to bring something like to?? On a different day I went jewelry shopping (the kind of shopping where I get "ideas"...har har) and I went into this wonderful place. Brimming with silvergoods (more so than with jewels) I asked if they repaired candelabras. Of course, they say! Yay. So at 5:05 pm today I call them and ask what time they close. Oh, you close at 5? "Well if you think you can make it here in 10 minutes, come on over." That from one of the Parsons himself. What a nice guy! I was so pleased that he stayed later than closing time. Icing on the cake was "sure we can get this back to you this week." More to come when I get the returned good.... UPDATE Wow, it cost $100 to fix (almost as much as the darn thing is worth) but they did such a fantastic job on it I don't think it will ever break off again. You can hardly tell it was fixed. They had it back to me in a couple days, too. Great service!!!