Cool, hip spot with tons of eclectic gifts, décor, jewelry, artwork, pottery, antiques and one of a…read morekind items! I loved searching in every nook and cranny of this whimsical shop. I loved the vintage clothing section, unique pieces, with some modern garments tossed in! Nanette, the lady keeping shop, was certainly very friendly and helpful! While some prices seemed high to me, others were quite reasonable. It was designed in a necessarily cluttered way, which gave this space and even more fascinating vibe. I defy you to walk I to this "amusing" store and not have a smile on your face! Muse me, did just that!

The most amazing boutique art gallery in Richmond! Unique Gifts, magical crystals, books. Antiques,…read morevintage clothes and handmade jewelry. More than 55 local artists. Something for everyone. Eclectic Bohemian! Located next to O'Toole's Irish Pub near the Little Nickel bridge.

This is an amazing little store next to moore street cafe. They have a large variety of eclectic…read moreitems from guitar pick earrings to jewelry to self help books to art work and diy craft kits. The place is filled to the brim. There is a little something for everyone. The owner was extremely nice and allowed us to look around without much interruption. She was super knowledgeable about the sources of all the items which was really nice to hear about . The prices all felt very fair with a majority being in the 20-25 range with a couple on the cheaper and more expensive side. I loved the name and had to really stop myself from "stuff"-ing my basket with everything. I was able to get a couple of cards for gifts for others and would definitely reccomend this spot if you need a gift for those friends "who have everything".

Cute little shop on Moore Street that includes art and gifts from many local vendor artisans. Great…read moreplace to find unique gifts or treasures from jewelry to paintings to clothing.

Terry and Jennie were incredible and made our experience truly exceptional! We left with a smile on…read moreour faces and a product we were thrilled with. They ensured that we had a fantastic time and I am incredibly grateful for their exceptional customer service and the high quality of their services. HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR A GROUP ACTIVITY!

The intention behind this experience is good, but unfortunately, the overall experience was…read moreunderwhelming. We booked the candle-making session as a couple and were assisted by two young women who unfortunately did not seem very welcoming or engaged. During our session, they had personal conversations directly in front of us, including comments about how they did not want to be there. That made the experience feel uncomfortable and unprofessional. For the cost, I also expected a more extensive candle-making experience with a larger variety of options and scents to choose from. The selection felt very limited for the price. The music was definitely the best part of the experience and created a nice atmosphere. Unfortunately, based on our experience, I would not return.

As part of my quest to visit as many stationery shops as I can in 2026, I was more than pleased to…read morefind Merrymaker on a recent trip to Richmond! Located in the quaint, lively, historic retail district of Carytown, Merrymaker proudly holds the title of Richmond's oldest stationery shop. The space itself is small-but-mighty, with everything from locally-made greeting cards to an impressive selection of planners, calendars, and notepads in literally every shape, size, and color. They also have rack upon rack of specialty wrapping paper, and an entire corner of the store is dedicated to custom stationery. At the front of the shop, you'll find a jawdropping selection of pens (including fountain pens) in every shape, color, and price range. Of course, I couldn't leave here without a small notebook (or two), a couple of lovely postcards to send to friends back home, and the determination to start my own fountain pen hobby "someday." Bonus points for the super friendly woman at the front counter!

I love this card and stationary shop in Carytown. It's the oldest one in the neighborhood and has…read moresome absolutely gorgeous things inside. They have a great selection of cards, journals, pens, planners, and wrapping papers. It's one of those shops that you could leave and come back in 30 minutes and discover something new. It's curated with love. The people who work here are extremely passionate and helpful. I came here with my manager and we had a blast. She ended up getting a few postcards and a travel planner. I fell in love with a small journal I got for about $16. I loved the journal because it reminded me of the Canal Saint-Martin, I'm excited to use it for card game scoring. There is really something for everyone here. There are lined journals, blank ones, squared one, and more. There is a huge variety of planners with different layouts. It felt like they had something for every preference. Not to mention, the fanciest pens I've ever laid my eyes on. I highly recommend checking this local gem out.

A T M O S P H E R E The shop itself is put together very…read morewell and the layout is easy to maneuver. As for the staff... the lack of customer service skills ruins my outlook on this well put together shop and literally has me not wanting to return.. Very. Limited. Parking. which fills up quick, so if you can... come on a week day to avoid getting blocked in. S E R V I C E The female sitting behind the counter today was incredibly rude. She never said hello or welcomed us, or any of the other customers in. And when I went to check out, she just stared at me and never asked me if I was ready, if I found everything okay, or anything... Not customer friendly at all. Might as well have been at a self checkout machine, would've received more interaction from AI. V A R I E T Y They have a decent variety! Magic the Gathering, One Piece, Pokémon, Warhammer, Anime, Comics, Yu-Gi-Oh!, a huge books selection, and more.

Love this card shop. Favorite place to go on the weekends, and the number one spot to buy packs and…read moreboxes. Super friendly atmosphere and awesome staff. Never had a bad experience at this place.

Mongrel is a Carytown staple. It's packed with unique gifts, quirky home decor, greeting cards,…read moretoys etc. Opry one in there is super helpful and you can just get lost and all the aisles of items

This local Richmond shop is one of our go-to spots for unique gifts. Love the aesthetic, and we…read morealways make it a point to stop in whenever we're on Cary Street. It's the kind of store where you can easily find something for just about anyone and any occasion. They have a great selection of greeting cards and some of the most unique wrapping paper. Also, we've picked up several Jellycats here for our niece. Prices can run a bit high, but that's part of the charm since many of the items feel thoughtfully curated and aren't the kind of things you'll find everywhere else. The staff is consistently friendly and always greets us when we walk in. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, this is the place.

Had a few minutes to poke around here this afternoon. I forgot how fun this store is! It was…read moreHalloween and they had everything you could need from costumes to candy. Next thing I knew, my hands were full of 5 items and I was grinning like a child. While checking out, I had a few issues, but Izzy was there to the rescue! In a world where everything is available online, it is associates like Izzy who really add something special to the in-person shopping experience. Thanks for a fun little Friday shopping spree!

This place rocks!! We go every week and it's clean, well stocked and super nice staff!!! Cleanest…read morewe've seen ever and everyone gets jealous of our finds here!

Look, it's a great shop, and staffed by very welcoming people…read more But what you need to know is this: they have a shop cat and they're the sweetest. You already know from that sentence alone if this place is for you.

Best gift shop in the RVA area. Stumbled upon this shop…read moreabout a year or so ago and I've visited every time I need a gift for someone. They literally have a gift for anybody and everybody. They've got their main floor, a back room (up 3 tiny stairs), and the upstairs (up the spiral staircase). They've got 2 doggos and 1 cat in shop. The cat is a local to the area whose previous owner had passed and given them their cat. The doggos are the owner's and they are super sweet ! Don't forget to give them pets on your way in & out ! The owner Mark & his wife Maggie are such a hoot ! I love coming in and chatting with them. They will suggest items based off genuine opinions and suggest something similar to what you may be on the hunt for. This place is definitely not for someone who has a specific idea of a gift- this is for someone who is on the hunt to find a unique and fun gift for another person (or themselves). The prices are pretty fair too since everything is sourced from local, or small businesses. There is too much to document. Just go in and check it out !