Affordable, environmentally conscientious, beautiful gifts. A welcoming atmosphere with such…read morepleasant Christmas decor and treats. Bulk unique candy offerings as well as delightfully served espresso drinks. Soaking everything in, including the hospitality of the owner and employee was a relaxing experience. The licorice my husband chose and my iced dirty chai were very good. We'll be back!

I love A Picket Fence. I have been shopping here since the 1990's. My friends and I love coming…read morehere. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. It is always a fun experience. I love purchasing gifts for others and myself from A Picket Fence. The live events are so entertaining and informative. The events they sponsor are wonderful. A Picket Fence is one of the most community-minded businesses in the area. I can not emphasize enough the support they give to fellow businesses and the community. They exemplify caring and support. A Picket Fence is a place for friendships. I always feel welcomed, like a returning friend. I highly recommend A Picket Fence, their staff and the owner LuAnn Iselin Come experience hospitality, a great and diverse product line-up and people who are welcoming and friendly. Come to A Picket Fence!

This place is absolutely adorable. It has items for every age…read more Even my sister and I had fun looking and playing with everything. My sons both found several trinkets and toys and fun things to take home. I love all their dress up stuff. You need to check it out. Specially since Xmas is right around the corner. Plenty of selection to choose from. The shop is a lot bigger than it looks from the outside. We will be back soon.

I love this place. I have three grandchildren, and I like to buy toys that challenge the mind…read moreinstead of just a bunch of electronic buttons. The staff was super friendly, but even if they weren't friendly, it's still an amazing location. I would buy all my toys here.

I don't dive into Spencer's in the Tacoma Mall too terribly often but when I do it's always worth a…read morehoot. I like their off colored humor oriented t shirts and and when the season rolls around, their Christmas sweaters. They always have a nice selection of lava lamps which I love. My first one broke years ago and it was quite sad so naturally I feel like I need to have twenty of them. A hoarder? Me? Nah. Their accessory section isn't too bad but it's a bit hit and miss. I got a great Dungeons and Dragons wallet at Spencer's and it's lasted a long time. However Steve got a three chain arrangement to attach to the side of his pants and it broke relatively quickly. And of course there's all the naughty adult novelty stuff. While it certainly has a slant towards straight couples it's a safe and gay friendly place for basic adult novelty stuff. I say it's slanted towards heterosexuals because if you go into a queer version of such a store you will notice quite a bit different merchandise. Some similarities but plenty of differences too. Other things that catch my eye is there candy near the register and so I have to see if my sweet tooth is going to win over by buying Hi-Chews or Pocky... those candies are the usual culprits for me... but jelly belly's is a close third.

These guys have it all!! Best selection of T-Shirts, rock bands....movie related....current…read moreevents!! AWESOME :) Great selection of posters from 7.99 to 12.99. Huge selection of body jewlery!!! They have 5 six foot tall, turn style, display cases with any type of body jewelry you could imagine!! Great prices and deals too. They have huge selection of incense. They have a huge inventory of Lava Lamps, and black lights! Super friendly staff, and a great selection of party and novelty items. Great place to go, to get a special and unique gift for that special someone! And a great place to stop in, on payday....and get something special for yourself! Just like Adam Sandler says in "That's My Boy"!!

Excellent service great selection and worth the trip to Tacoma. Got exactly what we wanted same day.read more

I had my own bible that I wanted to get engraved but couldn't find any stores that do engravings…read more This place is amazing, if it's an outside bible they charge $10 to get it engraved. You can pick from a few different fonts, they have gold or rose gold engravings, and you can add a little picture too like a cross or a butterfly. It's really fun and the people that work here have been so sweet every time I've come in. Definitely my favorite shop!

The Sensory Tool House is a fabulous store, right here in Lacey, that all kinds of sensory tools,…read moretoys, and products for you or your children to release their necessary physical and emotional needs. Designed for people with Autism or somewhere on the spectrum, their items can be used and enjoyed by anyone! They have items that range in size and in prices. Things as small as fidgets that fit in your hand to larger items that can be used on the floor or built. On the shelves include building blocks, magnet tiles, and other fine/gross motor items. They also have products that focus on visual and auditory needs. Some of the bigger items include swings and other large motor sensory outlets! Additionally, they can assist in designing your own sensory room, offer neurodiversity training, have their own sensory room, and allow customers to try before you buy! There really are too many items and specifics to include in this review! Check out their website for more details and descriptions, or better yet, visit the store and check 'em out in person. The staff is very friendly and will assist in anything you'd like! I cannot recommend them enough and will definitely be back!!

We visited recently for a "Sensory Santa" event, and hung out for a while afterward to play with…read morethe abundant tester toys and enjoy the sensory room. I am such a huge fan of this business and if I had more disposable income, I'd be spending WAY too much of it there I have also ordered from them online before and had a great experience then too. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

This lady who was at the front at first had long black hair I didn't catch her name. While I was…read moreshopping in the back with my FRIEND she was whispering to me about something private (gossip) and the same lady comes behind us and looks at us weird and says "are you guys good?" With a smirk. I was absolutely appalled. I wouldn't want anyone to go through such horrible service. Just because I'm young doesn't mean you can treat a PAYING costumer that way and to add on I'm a person of color! We weren't stealing and I'm sure she thought that to talk to me in such a rude unprofessional way.

I love this store. They have everything. Found the perfect cards that I wanted to mail to my family…read moreto give glory to God before I visit them soon. They have all the supplies in case I ever want to make my own cards, or a leather purse, or a doll... I bought some eyes so I can knit a chicken. Custom framed a poster, expensive but that's how custom framing is. Wonderful funny employees, They are so nice to help me each time I come. Nicest bathroom I've ever seen in a department store. Love the deals. Keep crafting.

We've been shopping here for years and I don't think I've left a review before, though I should…read morehave. This store is wonderful and the reason I want to leave a review today is because a lady who works there was so helpful. Our granddaughter is getting older, she's turning eight, and it's a little harder to make good gift decisions. I wish I knew this woman's name, I don't, but she helped point us to things that are really on the nose. Recommend this store highly. And ask the staff for recommendations.

I love going to Curious Bear when I'm looking for a kids birthday gift or holiday gift. The…read moreselection is nicely curated and the staff is helpful if you have a question like "what would a kindergartener like?!" I always find something new and interesting and they have a loyalty program, too. Parking is in the lot and can be a little tight but it has never been an issue for me. Sister shop paper luxe (stationary and gift) is great, too!

Super friendly and knowlegable owners. Diverse selection: models, movie posters, books/magazines,…read morejewelry and other fan favorite collectables. They have or can get you model trains and cars. Plenty of parking.

Phillip and Charlie ate probably up there a my favorite people in the world…read more They are a wealth of information and their store store just might have that gift for your favorite nerd this holiday season.