I happen to walk past on my way to the wishing tree. Such a cute little shop. I got the best…read moresmelling floral candle. So glad I got to experience this shop before it closes.

It warms my heart and brings a smile when new individualistic stores for homegoods and fashion…read morereturn. Williams retail is drawing unique stores, food and drink anchored by agency Instrument with their curvilinear facade at Freemont. Origin Story combines crafts with a South and Central American flavor, some unique items from Morocco, modern fashion, and plants. There are ceramic and glass pieces with a clean modern look. Some tightly woven natural fiber crafted bowls in natural hues are there. They have some very reasonably priced and bright machine woven alpaca blankets. From Morocco are stool-like cushions. There are many items including upholstered furniture of natural wool and cotton in bright colors which are not saturated. It is a good and unusual look. They just opened and they have a good social network supporting the opening. Origin Story is good for decorating your home or apartment, for gifts, for a small curated selection of clothes, and for unique textiles.

What a great plant store+more!…read more They have adorable pots and a great selection of plants in various sizes (small small all the way to big!) I thought there were very reasonably priced items in here compared to other plant stores I've been to in Portland. They have a great selection of plant accessories as well (clippers, misters, etc). There's also a small kitchen item section that has really awesome stuff. The person who checked me out was so friendly. She offered to bag or box my items, which was really helpful to transport them home safely.

ECOVIBE is an absolute gem. Every single piece in their store is interesting or stunning and the…read morebeautifully-curated space makes it so easy to envision how you can elevate your own home while still keeping your personal style intact. I'm always inspired when I shop here because it's not about filling a home with stuff, it's about creating one that feels intentional and putting decor together in a way that is uniquely you. Their offerings are items you don't see everywhere - rich, copper colored macrame hangers, less common shapes and designs for incense holders, unusual glassware, etc. Their customer service is exceptional, too - warm, thoughtful, and genuinely kind. They don't hover while you browse yet ensure they're available if you have questions. Love this shop!

A must stop shop for any visit to downtown Portland and lovers of the chicest, scrumptious candles…read more My top picks are "Botanica," "Synconia," "Oak Moss," and "Scarlett Rose." The owner Diana is one of the sweetest and funniest humans ever. Her husband Bryan is also very kind and friendly. It's always a pleasant visit to their storefront. Have loved supporting this business since the early days in the night markets! This is my go-to for purchasing the best smelling gifts or small trinkets/art for my friends and family. Need to also mention that ABW does a fabulous job at championing/collaborating with local artisans who reflect the diversity within the fabric of Portland's art culture--not only offering high quality products, but operating with great integrity and heart.

We stopped by this little shop during our visit to Oregon. Diana was very friendly and welcoming…read more They have a great selection of gifts and candles. I bought the card and got creative by placing in a frame I got at a thrift store. I hope to be able to stop by next time I'm in the Portland area. We enjoyed our conversation with Diana.

I found antique turquoise rings at the front desk and the rug selection, such beautiful rugs in the…read moreback room 75% off . This place has some of the finest vendors in portland that cater to locals and tourists alike. Great customer service. Make offers on rings and rugs they almost always negotiate!

I was walking back to the nearest Max Light Rail station from Lowell, when I saw a most interesting…read moreTip Top Vintage store on a nearby corner and accented by an old Tip Top Cleaners sign. I wandered in and immediately found a couple things that I didn't really need, but was interested. That's how things often go in vintage/antique stores. I had to put an interesting decorative knife back, as I was flying back home later that day with only carry on luggage. I asked if I could have the item mailed, and after checking with the consignment owner, he agreed to do it. That cost me a little extra in postage, but I was glad to do it, and very much appreciated the extra effort.

Luxurious even exquisite bed linens for sale at this brick and mortar storefront. Other luxury…read moregoods for bedroom and bath too, like candles, lotions, embroidered linen hand towels and duvets with fills from down to silk to down substitutes and personal items like Four Seasons worthy cotton robes. The shop ambiance is warm and so is the service from knowledgeable advisory sales staff. Prices make it so I can't afford to shop here often. HIGH PRICE AND QUALITY A king size bed cover of the same brand and pattern as on a bed in my home clocks in here at almost $900. I paid one third that price at a national e-tailer. Cotton high thread count sheets from another luxury brand are also better than double the price I paid through another retailer. Another bed cover that retails here for $500 was had for $150 at an interior design shop close out sale. Which is not to say the retail prices at French Quarter are unfairly high, because they are fairly on point with full retail for these goods at other high end stores, like Horchow or Niemann. But my Champagne tastes need to be kept in line with my prosecco budget by shopping the best buy. Which would not often land me here. Except for times when their fantastic selection of things makes them the source for just what it is I want. FANTASTIC SELECTION French Quarter doesn't manage a big in store inventory but they have scores of samples of options for things like duvet covers or coverlets made up into small kidney pillow sized displays on shelves in the store so you can get an idea of not just color, pattern and weave but the hand of the fabric before ordering an item. (These samples are truly yummy and carry no calories!) Were you planning on purchasing through French Quarter you might even be able to take the samples home to try out the fabric in your own space. At least one brand is owned by French Quarter's owner but others like Peacock Alley, Pinecone Hill, Sferra, Henry Handwork, Abyss and Signoria, to name just a few of the dozens they represent, are available through other sources. On my recent trip in the shop, while on vacation for a month in Portland, they had the most gorgeous persimmon colored cashmere throw on display at the foot of a bed that made me want to go home and redecorate around it. It was a momentary flash of insanity until I learned the price. But fun to imagine while it lasted. WARM AND WONDERFUL SERVICE That the sales people here as so welcoming and unpretentious is a breath of fresh air given the top end products they are selling and the kind of elite clientele that must be able to walk in and purchase there. (As some were doing on the evening I visited.) I can't imagine a better place to shop for the design assistance and selection help you need to pull together the perfect choices to buy from French Quarter if you have the funds to do that. THIS N THAT: 1) PARKING: On street in this part of the Pearl can be a challenge. 2) ACCESSIBILITY: Universally usable access ramp right inside the front door. Store is all on one level.

After months of eyeing a particular throw, I finally decided to pop in and check this shop out. the…read moreKardashia-wanna-be saleslady made sure to stress that this was a European (read: EXPENSIVE) linen shop, then proceeded to ask me if I lived in the neighborhood (another obvious "can you afford to shop here?" question). Granted, I didn't don semiformal attire for the occasion of darkening their doorstep, but I definitely wasn't expecting such...blatant condescension from someone who is supposed to be enticing me to make a purchase and could probably use a sale in this economy. Needless to say, I won't be going back. And unless you enjoy not so subtle condescension from a rather ungainly and awkwardly arrogant salesperson, I recommend going elsewhere.

Took a terrarium class with some friends and this experience was perfect! The class fee includes a…read more6'' round vessel, a plant and other supplies needed for the terrarium plus a store credit for special items to add. It's definitely enough to make a beautiful bowl garden. You can also upgrade to a larger vessel, purchase more or larger crystals, etc. My friends and I all did different types of terrariums with different plants, but they all came out so beautifully. It was a lovely event to do with friends and then we all came home with a souvenir. Many thanks to Jude for helping us with our class - you were lovely and we appreciate your attention and guidance.

I just took a beginner scent class and am so happy that I did! I went alone but felt like I was…read morewith friends. It's definitely something I would love to do on a date night or go again for the next level class. It was fun, interesting, and I walked away with a bottle of perfume that I'm pretty proud of! Loooooved the lady that taught us!

The family proprietors of this elegant shop are warm, lovely, helpful, and professional and know…read morehow to procure premium quality products from Turkish and Middle Eastern artisans. I bought a set of their linen towels a few months ago and am grateful every time I take a bath. My colleague mentioned that she purchased towels from Indigo Traders 20 years ago and they're still in great condition; only softer. I suppose I could cheap out and continue buying commercially sold towels from conglomerate box stores, but I know I'd pay way more for degraded, chlorinated cotton over 20 years if I skimped on delight.

Stopped in today while we happened to be in this new (to us) area. The store is absolutely gorgeous…read moreand features stunning textiles, home goods, spices, and soaps. The owner was very friendly & suggested we try their olive oil + za'atar spice blend with some como bread from the bakery around the corner. That's my perfect kind of snack, so I did exactly that and am here to report back that it is in fact delicious! Very special to find these imported goods & I find food shared from all over the world to be the most special thing in life. Will be back for some gorgeous bedding when my kids aren't so young & we can have nice things last longer than a week lol.

​I've long had my eye on a vacant Glisan storefront in the North Montavilla neighborhood, wishing…read moresome cool new business would fill the space. I was thrilled to find out local ceramic artists Mary Carroll and Alexandria Cummings have joined forces to open Fine Things, a ceramics studio and home decor retail space. Their website mentions the retail space will eventually offer their own ceramics, as well as some of their favorite home goods. I can't wait to see this business bloom into a bustling hub for ceramic enthusiasts and artisans - it's just what the neighborhood needs! The studio offers a membership-based workspace for less than $250 a month, providing ceramicists with 24/7 access to a spacious and well-lighted environment equipped with shared tools and resources. The owners are hoping to create a collaborative community where artists can hone their craft and potentially build a following of their own. I haven't had an opportunity to speak with anyone who is using the space, but I am definitely intrigued. At this price... who knows? I might try my hand at becoming a ceramicist. I am such a huge fan of both Mary Carrol and Alexandria Cummings' work, and I can't wait to have a spot to purchase their work right in my neighborhood! Keep an eye out for their retail space, and contact the Fine Things if you are interested in renting production space. I believe they still have spots available.

What a delightful store full of wonderful little gifts for any occasion. Drop in frequently to try…read moreand get your hands on the incredible ceramics made there.