If you are looking for a gift shop that truly supports local creators/artists this is your shop to…read morevisit. My wife and I have previously visited another location of Lisa-Marie's and enjoyed seeing the variety of local creations. The variety really was vast enough that everyone who steps in will find something that appeals to them! They do ask to have no photos be taken out of respect of the artists. A spot worth visiting for both tourists and locals alike. A better alternative than some of the more cheap rip off gift shops that feature nothing locally made. Can be that thing you bring home to remember your trip to Maine. While we did not buy anything during our visit in we enjoyed browsing seeing everything.

Such a great store in Portland they had so many things to look at I couldn't decide…read more... We loved the art and spent so much time looking around. We all ended up picking out a few things and some fun items/ art to take back home. The staff was super nice and made small talk and were very accommodating. They took extra care & packed up our items for traveling back home. We would recommend and definitely come back again on our next trip.

We arrived on a Saturday afternoon and initially thought the gallery was closed because there was…read moreonly a single car in the lot. Fortunately, the gallery as indeed open and we toured the entire showroom including the original one room school building that housed their first gallery. Not much has changed in the interim between our visits so we did not linger for very long.

Gorgeous pottery and I've been here many times. Disappointed by the worst customer service today,…read moreand it was particularly embarrassing because I'd raved about the place to a friend. As she checked out, the surly clerk grumbled, "We're closed so ya know." It was 5:02 as she checked out and we clearly knew it was closing time. He literally flicked her receipt for the $60 piece of pottery as she said, "Thank you. Have a nice weekend." He didn't even mumble a thank you. Ugh, needless to say I won't be back.

Very friendly and helpful service at Caravan Beads. There is a huge variety, great for making…read morejewelry, and so many crafts that require beads. It was our time in and we needed some help. The sales person went out of her way to make us feel welcome. There is even a bead museum next to the shop. There is a fee to enter, but they do offer free entry on first Fridays. I'm hoping to check it out. Apparently they showcase artists who are popular on social media. They show the finished piece in the museum. Very cool! Way to support local artists!

A nice stop for beads. Staff were great. They offered lots of local sea glass, beads, books,…read moresupplies and accessories. Located inside the bead store is the Museum of Beadwork. Big names bead artists show their work as well as teach classes. They have their own parking lot.

This lovely boutique for "healing and mysticism" on Monument Square offers gifts, decor,…read morecuriosities, treasures, jewelry, candles, crystals, charms, books, decks, perfumes... there's so much to look at and to take in! I feel like every time I visit, I find something new. The employees I've encountered seem so calm and welcoming: I haven't felt any pressure to hurry up (and ooooh do I like to linger!), or move on, or even buy anything. I've overheard them being helpful and kind to people with questions. It seems the store is stocked with products from small, local artisans; what's not to love about that?! There are tarot readings available by the 15, 30, and 60 minute slot every Saturday; tarot and palmistry on Fridays and Sundays; and, other events happening each month too (be sure to look at their board by the cash register)!

What a treat! Super fun (yet elevated) tarot store complete with anything a spiritual gal could…read moreneed. They have an amazing selection of tarot cards and related items, all reasonably priced. The staff are always very friendly. I had the pleasure of treating myself to a personalized, lengthy tarot reading with one of their readers that was SO worth it. Can't recommend enough!

Fabulous. Thoughtfully curated with an assortment of vintage furniture, records, clothing, and…read moreknick knacks. Well-priced as well. I'll be regularly popping in when I'm in the area for sure.

Incredible place for absolutely gorgeous antique items. We were just visiting Portland otherwise I…read morewould have bought everything.

It's your typical run of the mill overpriced tourist trap gift shop. As a local it was worth a…read morebrowse to kill some time but I have other stores I would prefer some other shops to support. Located right on Commercial Street is the perfect location to catch the eyes of tourists. It is a good sized store although some spots if busy can turn into a traffic jam of people. They have a large variety of Maine clothing and random assortment of things to remind you of your trip to Portland. A lot of prices were what you would expect of a tourist hot spot gift shop. No interaction with staff ourselves but they seemed friendly with customers who bought items. Good enough to look around, but if you have the time check out the similar nearby stores as well! You may find better deals and/or items.

Bought a couple of things for $100....if I knew "Logan" was going to have zero personality and not…read moreacknowledge me or say thank you after I said both to her at the beginning/end of our interaction, I seriously would've walked out and said no thank you. If you don't like your job, please quit. Your lack of interest in the customer in front of you but your enthusiasm talking to your coworkers was duly noted. 2 stars because I like the things I bought.

This store is bursting with wonderful gifts to remind you of your time there when you don't live in…read moreBoothbay Maine. All of the items I purchased for myself, friends and family were well made, stunning and highest of quality. I will go back. I'm thrilled for each and every product I purchased. The owners and workers are so very helpful, kind and supportive! My daughter and I felt special with their knowledge of the products and assistance in finding all that we were able to purchase. There are so many educational products for children, including glow in the dark t-shirts made 100% cotton. All the t-shirts are made beautiful too with a large selection too. Earrings so lovely and sectioned off by type including for sensitive ears. I hope it's open for another 50 years, thank you for stellar service and the wonderful gifts I have to share my time there! Bless you both!!

This is a great local shop that sells Made in Maine products. They've been around for 50 years for…read morea reason. They really curate a wide selection of products to choose from, the prices are so reasonable (especially when you consider most of it is hand made or small batch), and you can feel good knowing your money is staying in-state. The staff are super friendly as well, which makes the shopping experience all the better. You won't be sorry if you stop in here.

hundreds of knitters and stitchers in Maine know that Grace Robinson is fantastic in choices of…read morestunning materials, incredible to help you out of a really bad knitting jam not to mention the only place with a complete selection of needlepoint materials from DMC to fine yarns, needles and more. being close to LL Beans at certain times of year sadly some grumpy tourists stop in looking for cheap thrills and southern Maine locals just try to look the other way. they helped me grind through 2 years of a really scary knitting project and I learned so much from them. But we are locals who don't honk in traffic, dont think we always need to be first in line, and aren't used to bullies. join us and enjoy what you are doing!!!!

I drove about an hour to buy yarn and ended up at Grace Robinson, only because my favorite yarn…read morestore in Damariscotta (Pine Tree Yarns/Harbor Yarns) was closed. The Mother of Purl was closed too between Christmas and New Years. I have never experienced such rudeness and lack of help in any store ever! I was the only customer and it was like pulling teeth to get one of the two workers to help me find a certain yarn. Grace Robinson and another woman were there and were downright rude. I will never ever go there again. Terrible experience!