I'm really sad that the Prettiest Present is closing. Over the past 4 years I've shopped for a…read morequite a few special occasion or cheer up gifts here for family and loved ones. The store doesn't have an exact closing date but it won't be very long. Currently seasonal items are 60-70% off (some seriously cute Xmas décor and ornaments) and the remainder of the store is 20-30% off. They have really cute jewellery and unique items for special gifts. I really like their line of moon necklaces/bracelets where you pick the phase of the moon on a special date (birth, death, wedding, etc.) and can wear it as jewellery. I also like their sparkly Swarovski crystal bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Some stuff here for sure can be found elsewhere or online for less but that's not the point of a boutique store. It's getting to go somewhere and browse through various collections to find the perfect gift for someone special. If you're a fan of s'well bottles, they still have a fairly good collection of unique ones and at 20% off you're paying a fair price for the designer s'wells. (Note you can get plain jane ones at Costco for $30) but the ones here are GORGEOUS and make me smile. They're collection of wrapping papers and tissues is extensive and are sure to be able to wrap your gift to fit any occasion or theme. Seriously gonna miss the Prettiest Present!

Well I just adore this store!…read more Often you walk into gift shops, and yes, everything is lovely but you just don't really see anything practical; or everything is really expensive, or really niche. But at the Prettiest Present they really have a great variety of really useful gifts! From presents for those pooch peeps, to culinary and kitchen gadgets - as well as neat necessities. Then there are the baby gifts, the seasonal decor for your own abode, a wall of tempting teas and some really unique jewelry. And then the pies de resistance... they have the most fabulous collection of gift bags, gift boxes and paper so that when you find that perfect present you can also wrap it up without having to go to another store! Love it!! Although, I do not remember seeing ribbon or cards, I could be wrong, or maybe that's just asking for the moon. Pro Tip: Make sure to go into the basement! Often you go into a store like this and assume that down the steps is just a small smattering of a few other things. But in this case the basement is the majority of the shop. It is at least 3x larger then the upstairs portion. Happy shopping!

I have only purchased online from here, not been to the actual shop, because their shipping is…read morestraightforward and reliable, and IMHO worth the money. This shop curates a wide variety of stuff that's ideal for gift giving. It's hard not to go overboard ordering just one more cute thing. I really like their needlework kits, greeting cards, and home decor items. Prices are not bargain basement so be warned that a shopping spree can add up fast! Still, shopping local has its own rewards and I am glad that this quirky little place has earned such a large following that it's still standing after all the economic challenges of the pandemic and beyond. Hard to explain, but the inventory just has an Edmonton feel to it -- check it out and see if you agree!

Seriously obsessed with this quirky store. Awesome gift ideas (for myself) in here. From bear…read moreshaped chopping boards, succulents in the cutest pots, to jewellery, mermaid bottle openers and so much more. The space is small but it has an upstairs mezzanine area with even more goodies and that's where you'll find the wall of patches. That's right, a wall of patches, my friend and I were debating buying a giant cat patch for a denim jacket. They are so cool. I want them all. The greetings cards are funny, shocking and perfect for any pal with a sense of humour. They sell light boxes, neon signs and trinket holders in weird shapes. What's not to love. Every single thing in this store is so damn cute, including the owner. She was funny, had great conversation and told us lots about the makers and various store items. Can't wait to go back and buy all the things!

We LOVE our Be-A-Bella store! Their ice cream is soooo…read moreyummy! Kids AND adults will enjoy it!

Nigel is a great store owner...he will help you find that hard to find candy especially the ones…read morefrom Britain and France. It is a fun place to snoop...lots of old fashion toys and local goods. Also ice cream is so great! Love the Foothills creamery...they even have some tables set outside to enjoy your treats. Ice cream does melt quickly so don't try to take this stuff home.

This hem is new to Camrose and it is beautiful. She has Hillber & Berk jewellery, bamboo towels,…read moreessential oil candles. It is amazing and the prices are good. Check it out.

Huge selection and great products- both quality and variety wise. Staff were super friendly and…read morehelpful, and prices were very reasonable.

It's such an amazing store. The lady who was running the business was very nice and friendly and…read moreexplained a lot of things about the products. Basically it's about serving local businesses and also some businesses from some poor underdeveloped countries! I loved pretty much everything in that store and it's a great place to buy gifts! Especially for Christmas! It's coming! ;)

Everything here is made in Canada, and yes... everything here is gorgeous…read more Made in Canada is a wonderful source for any type of gift or household item you may need, be it jewelry, pottery, serving dishes, glassware, textile goods, etc. They have "Going Out of Business" signs all over, and when I chatted with the owner he said that over 25 years in business was enough, he was packing it in and looking forward to retirement. There are some deep discounts available, so you had better hustle over there ASAP.

I am shocked that I am the first to write a review for Made In Canada as it is such a beautiful…read morelocally owned business with a kind and sociable owner. I was greeted right as I was coming in the door and enjoyed a brief discussion with the owner about the weather and the Fringe festival before scoping out the items he has for sale. The store is absolutely brimming with the most beautiful art,gift ware,and jewelry all of which is created by fellow Canadians. I picked out a gorgeous pair of really detailed seahorse earrings made in Victoria for $29.00. Admittedly the prices are a bit high on certain things but if your concerned with getting quality goods as well as shopping locally from a store that really values your business I think it is worth it here. I will definitely be back and if you make alot of trips to our downtown core I sincerely hope you will pay Made In Canada a visit as well.

This store should have a much higher rating - it has to be the best flower shop in Edmonton. I…read morealways purchase flowers from here every couple of months they do a phenomenal job. They make the bouquets more unique and special vs going to a regular flower shop. Everyone I have purchased for loves them so much. Highly recommend support your local downtown!!!!

I am going with two stars instead of one because I have to give them credit....they do some…read moreabsolutely breath taking arrangements. The whole store smells amazing and the two floral arrangements I saw sitting at the front counter would make even the most modern of women squeal with excitement over getting such pretty posies. However when I entered the store there were two people wandering the floor and I had no idea whether one or both of them worked there. There was no hello,no smile,and not even a glance in my direction when I entered the store. I walked over to the locked display cases and browsed through there until a pen caught my eye. Still no staff appeared to ask if I wanted to look in the case or answer any questions I might have. I stayed a bit longer and glanced at some of the stationary products then when I finally realized that nobody was coming to help me I walked out the door with as much acknowledgement that I was leaving as I got when I came in.

Such a cool place full of treasures…read more I discovered this place by accident while looking for something else. I can see myself returning whenever I need to buy a special gift for a special someone. As a matter of fact, I did already. I got my mother a glass touch lamp with owls on it. She loves it and uses it as a night light for when she needs to get up in the pee hours. You know what I mean. They've got many themed collectables besides just Bradford. There's Disney, Night Before Christmas, Elvis, Classic cars, Betty Boop and other collectables I don't know how to name but recognize all the same. The prices are sometimes high, but we are talking about collectables. I collect dragons, and not only did they have a nice selection, but I found them to be fairly priced. I've paid more at other stores. The owner is a sweetheart. She likes to chat, but she's not intrusive. She doesn't hover. Honestly, I'm going to shop there whenever I need a gift, because I want to see this place stick around. I recommend you at least check it out. See if you can't find something for yourself or someone you love.

If you are looking for an Elvis collectible, shirt with a photo of a wolf, or a tea towel with a…read morecat saying on it, come here! I have likely walked by this store many times and never walked in until recently. Each section is organized for a theme, including Elvis, Betty Boop, dolls, Christmas ornaments, t-shirts, and more. We were asked if we needed help but we were just browsing and the staff left us alone after. Prices of the items can be a little pricey but they offer unique items that you likely can't find in the mall. This is a great little store to find a gift for an unique person!

Everything you could possibly want! This country store is…read morebig city elegant. There are literally thousands of items for sale that would rival Homesense and all your other favorite home decor and gift shops. Many of the vendors are local. They supply the knitted and crochet goods, soaps, jams, pickles, eggs, meats and cheeses. The seasonal decor is awesome. They are full on Autumn! I can't wait to see their Christmas display. At the back there is a cafe. Barista on duty. Muffins and baked yummies for sale. Small seating area. The deck out front has some nice seating. We probably could have sat outside on a sunny day like today. The yard is nicely decorated as well. Pumpkins and scarecrows.... There is plenty of parking. You can visit on your way home from the West end corn maze.

Amazing selection of carefully curated toys, games, etc, including retro-inspired toys. What a fun…read moreblast from the past! Surprisingly good prices considering this is an independent shop/small business. (I'm not sure if the other half of the store is part of Leduc Coffee Shop, but it was a great gift shop, too!)

Magpie's is a store on main street in Leduc that sells local and handmade items. It's located in…read morethe same building as The Leduc Coffee Shop (coffee shop is to the left when you walk in and Magpie's is on the right). Magpie's is great because it's a store that features unique items. Everything here from local (Leduc, Beaumont ad Edmonton area) artisans and producers. There's a huge variety of gifts here, kitchen stuff, jewellery, art, bath products, and greeting cards. They also have a nice selection of kids toys as well. I always enjoy popping into Magpie's to see what's new because the vendors change every once in a while (maybe every few months). It's one of the stores where if you see something you like you'll want to buy it, because you can't be sure it'll be there next time. But the one thing that always stands out to me is the staff. Everything I've come in the person working is very friendly and helpful. One time I came in and talked to the lady working about needing to find a thank you card for a friend I was going to visit in Vancouver. Came in a few weeks later to look for something else and the same lady remembered me and asked how my trip to Vancouver was. Super friendly staff, really cool unique products that support local artisans and craftspeople is always a win. If you're in Leduc make sure to stop into Magpie's.