I love this shop. It is the best gift boutique shop in Carbondale, IL! When I'm looking for gifts…read morefor others (or myself), this store is my first stop. While the store itself is a modest (smallish) size, the owner has packed it full of goodies galore - literally from floor to ceiling. And speaking of the owner, more often than not she is there to help you find that perfect item, ring you up at the cash register, and is the first to greet you by name when you walk in the door! The shop itself has an eclectic mix of items: -Yankee candles -boutique baby gifts -one of a kind, exquisite holiday decorations (including Christmas Village collectibles) -gourmet food items like teas, hot chocolate, crackers, cookies, etc -garden flags -women's accessories such as scarves -women's jewelry -unique linens like crisp cotton table runners and table cloths -kitchen decoration / accessories like picnic baskets, decorative olive oil dispensers, and select ceramics -small yard art -and much much more I know I said this already, but I love this place. I never go in without buying something! The staff will beautifully gift wrap your packages, help you create a gift basket, and they even have gift registries. The shop is tucked away in a quiet little strip mall (next to Murdale Shopping Center), but that ensures you almost always get a parking spot. If you're in Carbondale, and you want a nice little gift for mom, (yourself), aunt, (yourself), grandma, (yourself), BFF, (yourself), newlyweds, (yourself), or just about any ladies(yourself), you must stop here. The Apple Tree is just about perfect.

Letting my wife write this one... My daughter and I really…read moreenjoy shopping at this one-of-a-kind treat of a boutique! If we don't want the "same old" we go here! It's a wonderful place for a gift, and they will wrap it for you too! Great selection of jewelry, cards, garden flags, candles and dip mixes too. They never disappoint, which means we "never" leave empty handed!

MJ is so sweet she does make beautiful arrangements. She will tell you up front if she…read more can't do something. I've never been disappointed. She is terrific.

Very pleased with flower arrangements for funeral, went out of her way to make it what we wanted…read more Service and selection A+! Highly recommended.

We where visiting Marion and looking to kill some time and decided to go antique shopping . We fell…read moreupon Pickers Paradise and just loved the vibe . Sweet lady that owns the shop was so nice and kind . I bought a couple of bowls to take home for my daughter and I . Thank you for your awesome service .

Pickers Paradise is awesome! A purchased a few items and the price was more than reasonable. Duane…read morewas working and he was really helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable about the town. He even gave us a visitors guide so we could check out local spots. Marion is a really cute town and these small businesses make it really worthwhile.

Their service is impeccable! flowers and plants are beautiful. Their gift section is unique and a…read morefinest quality. My family loves and the people!

This little shop is a gem! It's the perfect place to find a unique gift. They have gourmet items,…read morekitchen items, higher end items like Waterford crystal....you name it. You'll want to take your time shopping though, because just when you think you've seen everything, there's something you missed! The people that run and work in the shop are wonderful. If you walk in needing a gift, all you need to do is ask, and they will have ideas for you in no time! They are friendly and attentive and make you WANT to spend money there. Did I mention the gourmet chocolates and coffee? Heaven.

This quaint shop is cozy and has quality service and products. Everyone is super nice. Their…read morevariety of goat milk lotions and soaps smell AMAZING and are so gentle and incredibly moisturizing. They offer so many flavors of syrups for their coffee as well. Just a really nice place.

Very unique place! Love the coffee. I guarantee that you will not be disappointed.read more

I've heard about this little store on Facebook and couldn't make it to visit until now. This is a…read moregreat store to find a unique gift for someone who is difficult to buy for. I personally love the signs they have for sale. They are made locally.

Tucked away in Makanda IL, just outside Giant City State Park, VISIONS offers a wide array of art…read morepieces of all types from local artists. There's pottery, jewelry, wood work, glass, paintings and photography prints. Some of the best pieces celebrate Southern Illinois, i.e., photos of area petroglyphs. I came away with jewelry, pottery, a watercolor and more. And I had a good time!

This place is so great! Tons of cool, handcrafted stuff from local artists--love the jewelery,…read moreblown glass, painting, photography, pottery & everything else! Located along the magical Makanda Boardwalk.