In honor of #ThankYouThursday where we pen a review for a local fav, The General Store in downtown…read moreOP was the first place my mind headed. This gem of a store has been so clutch over the years for picking up gifts. Some of the people in my life are, um, a little hard to shop for, but when I come in here, I always come away with something great. It's all so well-curated; some gifts are classy, some funny, and many are versatile. It beats the socks off of going into a big box store in a million ways. Being in a charming stretch of a walkable area adds to its appeal, and the staff is always friendly. They also have Pickwick candles which are some of the best in town. These soy candles will last multiple seasons and almost all of them smell amazing. Cheers to this shop, they're doing it right and have saved my bacon every December since they've opened.

This is SUCH a fun store!!! We were shopping along downtown Overland Park and stumbled into this…read morelocal gem. They have a gift for literally anyone that you can think of! I bought a hilarious (and slightly inappropriate) oven mit and cocktail napkins for my aunt as a hostess gift. They have loads of candles, home decor, games, toys, jewelry, men's stuff, bath and body products, etc. If you're looking to check some folks off of your holiday list, stop in to The General Store, you're sure to find what you need! something for everyone! And support local, am I right?

I popped in here after shopping in the area and the name caught my eye! The store is definitely…read morefabulous. It is so much bigger on the inside than I expected and they have a lot to look at! It looks like they change their store around seasonally which I always appreciate in a home decor shop. I walked away buying a cute frame. I would say their prices vary; you can either end up spending a lot or stay on budget! If you're in the area it's worth popping in.

I watched a video, commented that I would be in the next day to buy the lamp he mentioned. The next…read moreday I brought my 98 year old mother in and asked about the lamp. They had placed it at the front counter to save Mom and me steps and time. Thanks for the extra service.

So much charm I can't even take it!! I came on a Saturday in a search for Valentine's day gifts,…read moreand this place definitely delivered. I walked away with some tea, biscuits and soap. Sounds pretty standard, but they were beautiful/special gifts that I haven't seen/heard before. All 3 floors in the entire French-inspired quirky house is filled with all sorts of fun knickknacks. Even if you don't have an occasion to shop for gifts, it'll be fun to peruse for 30 mins to an hour of your day.

This is the absolutely most adorable shop. You can find anything from homemade goods to vintage…read moreantiques to fabulous gourmet foods. A one stop shop for all of your gifting needs. Every nook and granny has something waiting to be discovered. The owners are extremely hands on. Their daughters are involved in the business as well. They travel and select what they will have in their shop as well as test it before they sell it. The know the bones of the house and their hearts are in it.

What an awesome little shop! The owner has a beautiful collection of vintage, upcycled and unique…read moreitems. Everything is very reasonably priced. It would be a great place for small gifts like jewelry or home decor - or just something for yourself!

Very COOL holiday decorations, home decorations, etc. at all price points. You work with the owners…read moretoo...they're great people.

This is the best most unique home store in the city. The things you find here you'll see nowhere…read moreelse. They are all so incredibly helpful when it comes to finding the perfect item. I have taken photos of an area in my home and they are miracle workers! I get so many compliments on things I've purchased here. Each time I go in, it's different, so an ever changing smorgasbord of creative choices! Love these people so much!!!

I have been going to Prairie Point since it opened many, many years ago. Though I now live more…read morethan 2 hours away I do sometimes have an opportunity to return. I have never gotten more than 2 feet in the door without someone there to offer me help. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and laid back, a Midwestern trait I appreciate. They carry a lot of traditional fabrics, reproductions, and modern fabrics as well. I bought some Moda by Sweetwater fabric there yesterday and was very happy the selection they offered. Over all they are a small shop with great staff and a nice selection of fabrics and notions. I highly recommend.

Very unfortunate way to run a business. A few of the ladies who work there are fairly nice, but…read moremost are not. This is a quilting store, so the unkind service seems especially uncalled for. We especially try to stay away from one worker named Gail, who has been rude, sarcastic, and condescending on more than one occasion. We saw her berate a woman to the point of tears because Gail had spelled the woman's name wrong and thus could not find her in their computer! They insist that they have to put your name and phone number into their computer system every time before they will cut fabric or let you make a purchase. Checkout is a slow process whether paying cash or card. Some of the fabric is pretty, but it is expensive and the service is poor.

Super cute antique store. Staff was friendly, no hovering. Great value and selection. Would have…read morebeen nice to have a basket to carry around for items. Maybe there was one at the entrance that I missed? Some items well priced, some over priced so know what you're looking to pay. Overall a fun way to spend an hour or two!

This place was really cool to pick through! They have plenty of decor including huge wall pieces…read moreand mirrors for a fair price. They have a small selection of clothes and accessories as well, but I would say it's mostly home items. I found a very pretty gold ring for $24 that I will get plenty of wear out of. I recommend this place for vintage browsing!

So, I'm not quite sure what a "lifestyle store" is, but I think George supports the type of…read morelifestyle I'd like to live. This fantastic boutique doesn't have a ton of merchandise, but I want all of it. Well, not the ladies clothes, as I'm not a crossdresser. But if I were, I'd be a classy one and probably buy my clothes at George, too. Seriously, this store is nice! I'm impressed in particular by three areas: the pet stuff, their books and their dishes. Their little pet corner is small, but adorable. They had really great chew-toys, leashes, collars and dog bowls. The dog bowls would look fantastic in a modern home, and we plan on getting one of the collars for our pooch once her current one starts looking natty. Their collection of books is incredibly well curated. Lots of great cookbooks, cocktail guides and coffee table books. Also, they have a couple of kids books that certain parents would be way into, if you want your kids learning about CoCo Chanel and the like. Their dishes are all VERY nice (and quite expensive) and if I hung out with a higher tax bracket, I'd be hoping for wedding gifts from here. The store is just really pretty, as well. I was equally impressed with their fixtures and general ambiance as I was their merchandise. I'll be back for sure, as soon as I have some extra funds to spend on making my house look extra fancy.

If people were as passionate about shopping local retailers as much as they are eating at local…read morerestaurants, this store should be filled wall to wall with consumers. George is on the same level as Manifesto is to drinking and bluestem is to eating.....locally owned with great attention to detail. George is a beautiful, open and fresh boutique and design store. Everything in the store is well thought out and placed with purpose. It's a great destination for a gift, a thoughtful addition to home decor or even just a business to visit for inspiration. Stop by and treat yourself to some visual stimulation and support this locally owned boutique store in the beautiful Crestwood Shops.