AvaGrace is beautiful, independently owned gift shop in Simsbury. I walked inside and the owner…read moregreeted me, and offered to help me find what I'm looking for. There are beautifully catered items for women, men, kids and some home items. The inventory is current, I saw a beautiful beaded evening bag here. It would be perfect for a chic holiday party. I also really loved the gift section for little kids and toddlers. There were books and and cuddly toy characters that match. Everything is made of quality materials. They even do complimentary gift wrapping at AvaGrace!

This was one of my favorite gift shops I've been in! Truly gorgeous and unique gifts including…read morejewelry, candles, clothing, toys, seasonal decor and many other beautiful items! I crossed off many people on my Christmas list with all the options! The staff were also very nice and knowledgeable! I will definitely be back!

This is a small quilt shop in Simsbury with a beautiful selection of fabrics and patterns. They…read morehave a lot of quilts on display and I loved one of them enough that I bought the pattern immediately.

Great variety of fabric, friendly staff. Caters mostly to quilters, but they had lots of bags on…read moredisplay, which inspired me! My first visit, eager to go back.

Coco Lily is a beautiful independently owned boutique in Avon…read more Here you can find unique decor for your home, clothing items for men and women as well as baby. The layout of the store is nicely spread out, and there is plenty of natural light coming through. Two very popular high end items I've noticed in the store are the Golden Goose sneakers and The Barefoot Dreams blankets. Both of these can be found at popular retailers, if you're in the market why not check out a small business like Coco Lily! There's also some beautiful summer dresses formal or casual for women. They have a whole section of entertaining gifts, for a host or your self. I was truly impressed by Coco Lily, they will even wrap your gift for you.

I just went into Coco Lily on Friday for a wonderful two day sale and purchased a lovely, stylish…read moreSave the Duck trench coat for only $50. Coco Lily carries premium, sophisticated investment clothes that are normally expensive but always worth it based on long term value. However, their sales are especially great. Overall, it is a charming boutique with approachable and knowledgeable staff that truly enjoy helping their customers!

I love this little shop! I always visit when I'm in the area. Always friendly service and…read moreaffordable prices

"I don't like opera and I don't like ballet And new wave…read moreFrench movies, they just drive me away I guess I'm just dumb, 'cause I know I ain't smart But deep down inside, I got a rock 'n' roll heart" (Lou Reed) If you've been around for more than a few decades like I have, stop for a moment and think about all the different ways you've bought music over your lifetime. Here's my list: 45 RPM vinyl singles 33 RPM vinyl albums Eight track tapes Cassette Tapes Compact Disks Digital Downloads As the state of musical technology changed, it left music lovers with a dilemma -what to do with our old purchases if we don't  listen to them anymore in their original format? Years ago, I pitched my cassette and Eight Track tapes (Trouble Man by Marvin Gaye and Superfly by Curtis Mayfield were personal favorites). But I have hundreds of LPs and CDs and really didn't know what to do with them. Until now. Today I sold four of my albums to the Trading Post as a test, and I was very happy with the results. I will be going back with more of my LPs and CDs. I exchanged e-mails with Elise, and then met her at the store and she couldn't have been more personable, helpful, professional, and just plain nice. Trading Post is most interested in 1960's-2000's rock,  reggae, and metal genres. They inspect your records for quality, their inventory and pricing data and give you an offer in either cash or store credit. She researched my four albums while I wandered around the store.  It's crammed with records, CDs, video games, tie dye everything, posters, shirts, blankets and smoking accessories. Elise made me a very fair offer, and that was enough for me to know I'll be back with my CDs and vinyl after the Holidays.

Shop here for all your sporting good needs. They have a great selection and competitive prices,…read morewith personal service that you just can't get in the big box stores. We buy all of our kids' lacrosse equipment at Sartorius now, and they've never steered us wrong. Our older daughter was ready for an advanced/high level stick and we appreciated so much that she could try many different options right there in the store and get feedback from staff members who actually know the sport and could guide her towards the best options for the position she plays. Our younger daughter's goalie helmet had a hardware issue about 6 months after we bought it and I brought it to Sartorius expecting to need to pay $40 for a new throat guard - not so, Chris had the right hardware and fixed it for us in minutes. Their stringing services are also fairly-priced and quick.

My custom orthotics combined with super high arches and asymmetrical feet make it a challenge to…read morefind footwear that fits. Chris and Paul guided me to not one, but two pairs of shoes (Hoka and Saucony) that fit great. My orthotics squeaked a bit in the shoes, but Chris had a brilliant solution that involved cutting a layer of thin material to insert in the shoes. Takes time and skill, but he did it for all four shoes while I waited. Now I can sneak up on people without the squeaking giving me away... Happy and grateful (and stealthy) customer.

What a great addition to Avon!! Lesa and her staff are just incredibly talented. Lesa helped me…read morechoose the perfect material to cover my living room wing chairs! I wasn't sure how they would turn out since it would be such a dramatic change ....from dark, tufted, upholstered chairs to bright patterned, fitted, smooth slipcover! She encouraged me to go with it!! Well I did!!! It has changed our living room and brought our room into the 21st century!! I lLOVE IT!! AND SO DOES EVERYONE ELSE THAT COMES IN! I am so impressed with her work and work room!! And Lesa is just an easy, delightful, warm ,friendly ,talented decorator to work with!! Of course I highly recommend Whit Interiors and Lesa!!!

From the owner: With more than 20 years of experience in the fashion and design fields, Lesa Lewis-Whittingham…read morefounded Whit Interiors to share her talents with her Avon neighbors. We create custom window treatments, home décor, and upholstery from a thoughtfully curated selection of fabric and accessories. Our diverse styles, exceptional execution, and focus on our clients' needs and wants is what will keep you coming back every time you want to update your interior style. Everyone should have a home they love, and we're here to help.

A historic shopping plaza located in Avon. I stumbled upon it by going to the River Park which is…read moreconnected to the parking lot. The parking lot was spacious. The shops are in various types of buildings; historic houses and more conventional buildings. Getting in and out of the lot was easy because of the traffic lights; this is crucial especially on the busy route 44. As of May 2024, they have the following shops under each category (from their website): SHOPPING: Details: gifts and home decor Sassy's: jewelry, clothing, handbags Tree House Gallery and Tea Room: antiques, collectables, soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts True Hart Boutique: clothing and accessories Wild Iris Home: home decor FOOD: Chez Michel French Market: French inspired bakery Strip Steakhouse: you guessed it, steak restaurant LIFESTYLE: 30 Minute Hit: boxing/kickboxing gym Avon Eye Design: optometry services Avon Nutrition: protein shakes and tea Clifton Barn: 1830 barn/venue used for events Railway Barbershop: you guessed it, a barbershop Salon Jia Li and Spa: hair and nails The Gym of Avon: personal training gym I did see other shops there that weren't listed on their website; I'm sure new places pops up and others move. Overall, a large shopping village/plaza with pretty much all your lifestyle needs.

In the heart of Avon, where routes 10 and 44 meet, you'll find this very popular 60,000-square-foot…read moreretail and office complex. It has a ton of food choices - Pick and Mix, Da Capo, Subway, Hot Heaven Pizza, Brueggers Bagels, the Grist Mill, Yogurt Fantazy, and even a liquor store (Welcome Wine and Liquors). Something for every budget and craving.. Throw in the clothing shops and hair places, some professional offices, a UPS Store, a bank, places for kiddie parties, and a terrific auto repair place (Village Garage) and you have a real multi-purpose lifestyle destination. We live nearby and are regular customers at Pick & Mix and Village Garage. It has easy access from 44/10 with several traffic light controlled entry /exit points. It's big and roomy with lots of parking spots. We love it...

Very pleasant to deal with. Always back up their installations if there's any trouble, no questions…read moreasked. Everything I've had installed has been perfect.

Attention to Detail installed a tonneau cover on my new pickup. The installation was completed in…read morethe time advertised. The finished job was a flawless fit. The price of the cover with installation was well worth it. The staff was easy to work with whether it was over the phone or in person. Their own warranty was a very nice surprise. I can easily recommend them for your truck upgrade projects.

for at least 25 years i have purchased and consigned with TOP DRAWER in Granby. The shoes are…read morealways in excellent condition; clothing is fresh and clean as is the store. the staff is friendly, helpful, and courteous. i have referred many customers over the years to shop there and i have not heard of any disappointments. (except when they hesitated to purchase on one day, to return the following day and find someone else snatched it up).

Amazing consignment store! Great items, terrific prices-huge selection! Love that it is 50% off if…read moredate is over a month. Staff is friendly, store is always clean and well put together. Many different items from baby to adult (men and women). Lots of toys, games, books and home decor as well. Also love the jewelry they have too!!! Highly recommend checking it out!

While driving on Albany Turnpike in Canton, there's a pink house that's sure to catch your eye. I…read morefinally decided to stop and see what they're about. The Pink House's proper name is Diva USA. This is a fashion and accessory boutique for women. The owner and designer was in the store. Her name is Brenda Quin, a South African fashion designer, with an impressive resume. She's dressed beauty contestants across the world. Her colorful and bold prints are prominent across the store. Theres also candles and other items made by local small businesses. While most of the items aren't my style, I appreciate that the designer came all the way from South Africa to present her unique pieces. I wish her all the success with her brand and store, Diva USA.

From the owner: I have been in the fashion industry designing and manufacturing ladies clothing for the past 29…read moreyears. Key emphasis creating unique quality designs, that are comfortable to wear and that fit well. I am passionate about bringing the best out of every woman. Diva USA store carries 40 percent of my own brand . Offering one on one assistance and help to bring out your own uniqueness and individuality. Sizes available from XS to 3XL. Awarded Best woman’s wear Collect 2016 and again in 2018 at Durban Fashion Week. We offer ladies fashion , jewelry and accessories as well as a great selection of gifts, cards, candles, ceramics and scented soaps. More exciting products will be added as we grow