I was looking for neat southwestern themed favors for my wedding and after eating some delicious…read morecactus candy from a shop in Old Town, I checked out the package to find that the company was local! I scouted their website and gave Desert Gatherings a phone call. They were super friendly and offered me a small discount when ordering 100 of the jelly jars. After placing an order over the phone, I was able to pick up the jelly jars the following day. Awesome service and great pricing compared to other competitors in Scottsdale.

Tried some of their prickly pear popcorn...tasted like kettle corn with no real discernible prickly…read morepear flavor.

I was shocked to hear this business closed last month! It was a fun place to go to. There were so…read moremany vendors and different selections of things that you just don't find anywhere else. It was fun like a scavenger hunt going through each booth trying to find that item. I feel so bad for the vendors and it's a shame that they closed.

Love the concept of this marketplace where individuals rent booth spaces to sell their items. It's…read morenice as the business owners don't have to be there as The Painted Tree handles checkouts for them. There are so many booths here! I think I ended up staying over 2 hours. It's a great place to find gifts as they have a lot of unique and custom items. The prices were very reasonable too. The owner of Sweet Eclair & Desserts was at his booth and handed us butter cookie samples and they were so good that we ended up buying a limoncello and carrot cake slices. Will definitely be come back!

This is the cutest shop with so many cute creative gifts, and extremely reasonable pricing. I would…read morerecommend a shop if you want to get a little something for a gift or souvenir.

Retail Therapy AZ is located in the Roosevelt row area of Phoenix. I have visited their Tempe…read morebranch store as well. This is a great opportunity to see handmade goods by approximately 50 different vendors. You'll find crochet animals, stickers, clothing, jewelry, edibles, and much more. Staff were friendly and nice. After perusing the goods, I decided on a pair of earrings that I had seen. Naturally, they were on the bottom near the ground. Probably not the best place to display them, but I found them anyway. A fun find. Free street in meter parking in the area.

Changing Hands is not your ordinary bookstore. I've fallen in love with both locations. I initially…read morefound Changing Hands through their Phoenix location which needs a separate review of its own. Both locations have their own unique layout, so you can't even compare them. There is so much to appreciate. This one feels a bit more spacious and I found myself in the store for 2 hours just taking my time looking through the aisles. Immediately upon walking in, I was enamored by their setup and selection of books. They have every genre you can think about. Some sections that caught my eye: a dedicated kids' section and a spot for when special guests come. They're also connected to Wildflower so you can come before or after a sip and bite. Changing Hands is so special because they care about community and also support second hand! Staff is eager to help you out and guide you if you have a specific book in mind. You can bring your well loved books in return for store credit and they're quite generous with the credit. They'll take your books depending on the condition and if they need stock for that book. The cherry on top- I love that I'm supporting a local bookstore. And you even get a stamp card with a discount once you've gotten it all stamped out. Their prices are also affordable, and you can choose from new or used books which is nice. Most of their used books are in pristine condition. I support Changing Hands through and through and am so glad I ran across this bookstore. If you're a book lover, you need to go!

UPDATE: I opened my new book up and MULTIPLE PAGES WERE…read moreRIPPED OUT. Absolutely unacceptable!!! It is OBVIOUS the staff here half ass their jobs as not only was this used book damaged to the point that I won't be able to read it in its entirety, I FOUND SOMEONES TAX DOCUMENTS IN THE BOOK and the staff DIDN'T CARE. This is without a doubt the worst store I have ever been to in my life. I am fuming and will not be coming back, which is incredibly disappointing as I was hoping to support a local business but this store is just an absolute nightmare. Review: The selection was alright at best, but the store was laid out horrifically. I struggled to find any of the books I was interested in, and the staff did not seem interested in helping me in any way. I struggled to find any of the Star Wars books I was interested in as they were just scattered randomly throughout the store whereas every single other bookstore I have been to have franchises that large in their own sections. And it wasn't just the Star Wars books, books from numerous series were scattered randomly across the store making it near impossible to find anything you'd actually want. Want the sequel to your favorite book? Well it's not going to be by the first one in the series, that's for sure. And the prices? Insane!! The used book prices are alright at best, thankfully I was lucky enough to find one decent deal on a book I had already wanted. But it was disappointing nevertheless, as a used paperback from the 90s shouldn't be $8. All of their new books are noticeably more expensive than any other bookstore I've ever been to, at least $5 to $10 more than even Barnes and Noble, who already charge too much IMO. And the staff? Horrifically unwelcoming. There was one or two employees there who made me feel welcome, greeting me on entry and being very polite. But when I found someone's PERSONAL TAX DOCUMENTS in the back of a book, the employee who I handed it off to seemed annoyed that I even acknowledged him, despite the fact that I found something incredibly personal in a used book that should have been checked before it was ever put on the shelf. I have NEVER seen something so unprofessional as I could've gone home with the document and taken this man's SSN (obviously I didn't, that's a felony and I'd rather not go to jail). And the cashier who checked me out seemed annoyed that I was even there. I understand that the economy is rough right now and that working in retail really isn't that fun or fulfilling, but at the same time experiences like that with staff are never fun. Work is hard, but I came in and was nothing but polite, minding my own business as I looked for a good book, so I don't understand why the staff couldn't have at least reciprocated with the slightest bit of positivity or kindness. They were obviously miserable and it made me feel unwelcome and has assured me that I will not be returning to this store. If you are looking for solid deals on books in the suburbs of Phoenix, you are much better off going to Bookmans, Half Price Books, or even Zia Records. Bookmans especially, as their prices on used books are unbeatable. Overall, you're better off skipping this one. While you might be able to find a decent deal, you'll be stuck searching for an hour with little to no help from the staff. It was an incredibly frustrating experience.

fun place to buy gifts. very girly pop scottsdale vibes in there for sure. the custom charm…read morebracelet station was unique and a fun activity. the co-owner packaged mine all cute for me too which i appreciated. it was cute and fun inside, but nothing i haven't seen before. i was hoping to see more Indian culture represented or some more desi influence in there, given the owners' backgrounds. that would def set it apart from other basic scottsdale stores. still recommend checking out this spot tho!

Cute little boutique located next to a great breakfast place (The Eleanor). Lots of charms,…read morestickers, embroidered hats, clothing, swimwear, bachelorette party items, necklaces, etc. Overall a huge assortment of unique, themed and funny gift items (too many to list). There seems to be something for everyone here.

Hello - I have been a regular customer at Mercado Mexico for 20+ years... they have a great…read moreselection of Talavera, glassware, pottery, ironworks, and so much more! It's one of my happy places to unwind from the work day and traffic... worth stopping by to browse their big selection, and be sure to stop by the market next door for some authentic Mexican eats!

Yes I do recommend this place. They have authentic Mexican artesanias and the prices are fair. Good…read morequality and service. I hope they re-open soon. I really want to go back and get more pots for my plants. Great place.

I love their products! The story behind the family who create the art is also really lovely! The…read moreowners were responsive and a delight to work with. Will definitely keep an eye on this shop to purchase more art soon.

From the owner: No two of a kind, handmade embroidery and wall canvas art for your home!read more

Cute store in Phoenix with unique gift ideas. I was window shopping since I had time to kill, but I…read morewould definitely go back the next time I need a gift for someone.

You dont have to be a tourist to come here , from mystery white elephant gifts to funky trinkets,…read more unique vintage post cards, and selections of local artists this place quite literally has something for everyone and is a gem in itself . Not to mention excellent customer service you're almost guaranteed a good giggle while stopping by. Prices are dependent on the value of what you found it ranges I got some cool stuff for just $2 but you could also find something worth much more. Take your time and look through youre sure to find something thats suitable for you.