Such a great spot for crafters with a decent sized selection of paper, ink, stamp, and sticker…read morecrafts. In the back, there's a clearance warehouse that houses a lot of "off-season" items that are between 20-50% off! Don't forget to check this out for some steals. I like that the main layout is organized by "theme" since it makes looking for specific items easier. Staff is really nice and I found more than what I was looking for! It's not inexpensive, but it's certainly not more expensive than local craft spots - definitely worth a look if you're a crafter!

A paper craft store close to home? Dangerous! The only…read morestamp, ink, and paper independent store around anymore. Signup for their email newsletter to get info on monthly deals and specials. Always start in the back clearance section to find amazing deals! Then slowly go up and down every aisle to see all of the new goodies available to make cards or scrapbook with. They also sell bulk card stock and envelopes such a great deal! Now you know where to go besides Michaels for awesome paper crafting goodness!

This is an adorable little boutique in St. Paul. Not only is the boutique adorable, but there are…read morelots of activities for kids and a lot of them are free. A friend introduced us to sing class which my son loves and has taught him how to sing and dance and develop a great love for music. There is playtime on certain days, baby yoga, private events and picture events for purchase. Wonderful staff and a wonderful place for kids to go and play, sing and have fun! Thank you, Teeny Bee!

This place is so cute and I seriously want to buy every single thing in it!…read more I've bought books, clothing, a mobile, some teething/chewing toys and a wonderful invention called a Shusher here- and my boys have loved every single thing! (Well, except the clothes. They really have no opinion on clothing yet. But I'm sure they would love them, if they were old enough to understand fashion.) The owner is super nice and has great suggestions on what to buy even if you only have a vague idea of what you're looking for. She's been all over the store showing me things she thought my babies would like, and opened some of the packages so we could try them out. The place is called Teeny Bee for a reason, they have a lot of baby stuff, and some toddler stuff, but not much for kiddos older than that. They do have classes in the basement that I think are usually free- dance classes and music classes. I can't wait til my boys are old enough to go! You should also "like" her page on FB, she announces random sales and gives product reviews. Here's the only slightly negative- it's on the expensive side. But it's boutique stuff that you can't buy at Babies-R-Us or Target. And in my opinion, it's way better than most of the stuff you'll get there anyhow, but I know how it feels to pay mucho money for something your kid will only wear for a month (if you're lucky.) But sometimes you just have to buy stuff like that because it's SO DARN CUTE!

This is an adorable gift shop that you can easily spend hours in without ever seeing all there is…read moreto offer! From handmade birdhouses to gourmet foods to throwback candy to inspirational books, this place has something for everyone! Be sure to check out their Facebook page and be informed of upcoming sales and events! They have a special Wednesday night girls night that includes a discount on all purchases. My anti-shopping husband and I went on a Sunday afternoon and I had to drag HIM out of the store! He found so many things that he wanted that he had to start a pile at the register so he didn't have to carry everything while he continued to shop! Our treasures included a pizza oven cook book, a shepherd's hook, a birdhouse, some peach bbq sauce, a handmade pen, a large picture/wall hanging, and a few caramels. We love it all and can't wait to go back! Pro tip....be sure to use the restroom so you can read about the history of this beautiful space. Sounds weird, I know, but what a lovely story abut a well-loved place! This is the PERFECT place to go if you are wanting to buy a unique and thoughtful gift for someone but have no idea what to get. Your gift will be the best one your receiver had gotten! The prices are fair. Not too high but not a discount store either. It is still a boutique. Oh...and the salespeople are just awesome! So sweet and make you feel like you are their closest friends. They wrap your goodies under with care and even offered to help carry things to our car. The whole experience was a 10/10!!!

The Round Bar is a long standing boutique in the North Suburbs. It's got great land history it…read moreprides itself in. I'm not all that knowledgeable on it but I'm sure they'd tell you about the "farm" it sits on. It's in a great location off of Bunker, near Round Lake. Parking is behind the building. Now you may think you are parking in a memory care apartment complex because you are. That's a part of this original Farmstead property. They take pride in MN. You'll find anything made by a local MN artisan here. There's a section devoted to just the MN State Fair. It may be stuffed to the brim with things, but it is organized well. Bath, body, kitchen, cabin, baby, faith, sports, fashion, treats. I usually want it all. And it's a great place to find a birthday or thank you gift. They offer gift cards and have offered basic gift-wrapping in the past (ribbon tied on the bag). They also host artisan markets to showcase some vendors. They gave me a postcard for an upcoming event, which includes food trucks. Sis and I stopped in on our way to the Downtown Anoka shops. But I found everything for my bday peeps here. No need to fight for off-street parking or the sidewalk sales crowd. Thank goodness!

Cool store inside the Union Depot in St Paul. Super cute!…read more Anything from clothes, hats, dog toys, jam, gifts, books, candles and more! MN- Minneapolis or St Paul decor or gifts that are really cute! Metered street parking, ramps, Amtrak or the Green Line are close by for transportation 1881 Eating House has a restaurant and patio in the Union depot and right outside Looking for a gift for someone- you can find something here! Expensive? Moderate Bathroom in the Union depot available, good customer service!

DGPilot is one of those places that feels special from the moment you step in. They have Minnesota…read moremerchandise that is carefully curated and highlights the states character and charm. The atmosphere was bright and inviting and the owner was extremely kind and helpful. Everything was thoughtfully displayed making it easy to browse and find something special. I purchased a handful of gifts that my family and friends will love. If you are looking for a gift or the perfect Minnesota keepsake this shop is definitely worth the visit!

I've been to the other Minneapolis location, but this was my first time at the Northeast one. We…read morepopped in around 11:45am on Saturday. It was quiet and easy to browse around. Parking was easy too, which was a nice bonus. There's always so much to see--personal care, home goods, food items, and more. My bestie and I both found super nice-smelling perfumes at a budget friendly price. Phoebe helped us out and was nice. I appreciated that she took the time to chat. It made the visit feel warm and personal. Always a great spot for low-waste finds!

Really cute place with tons of options for bulk kitchen goods, eco friendly (compostable!) home…read moregoods, and misc beauty products. If you're smell sensitive, be warned! I personally enjoyed the smell, but it was way too strong for a friend of mine and we had to leave sooner than we would have liked due to it. I've been on a hunt for bamboo toothbrushes from places that are NOT Whole Foods, and this place delivered!

We stopped into this baby boutique to pick out a couple items for our baby on the way. The store…read morecarries a small selection of well-curated baby clothes, stuffed animals, toys, and strollers. While you couldn't do the majority of your baby shopping here, it's the perfect spot to pick out some cute clothes or a new toy. We loved their selection of crinkle books and stuffed animals especially.

We were visiting from Omaha and decided to pop in before our departure. Staff was extremely…read morefriendly and helpful! I thought they had a fantastic selection of clothing, books, and toys! My daughter had a ball wandering around looking at everything. We ended up leaving with a new fox Jellycat and an adorable sweater!

Super cute book store in grand avenue and I would definitely recommend. This is a book store that…read morespecializes in children's books with a small section of young adult. Prices are good and staff are very nice. Definitely a fun place to go with a lot of events and activities .

Local shop. Excellent service with recommendations from staff. They even gift wrap for free…read more A delightful shopping experience!

This baby boutique is well-curated and carries everything from clothing to toys, baby furniture,…read moreand strollers. The baby girl clothing selection was adorable and we had such a fun time picking out a couple outfits and a sensory cube for our baby on the way. However, it is a higher end store and would not be affordable to do the majority of our baby shopping here.

This is an upscale baby supply store. One might say overpriced. While I got most of our kid's…read moreclothing at Target, we did not skimp on strollers and car seats. Everyone must pick their battles. Baby Grand has a very well-curated collection of baby stuff from clothes, books, toys, to furniture and strollers. I particularly like the deep stroller and car seat selection. We are a BabyZen Yo-Yo, Uppababy Vista/G-Link, and Maxi-Cosi family. The staff is very knowledgeable and helps new parents wade through the details to find what is best for them. The last thing I bought there was an Uppababy stroller bag and they were one of the few places locally that had it. They also have toddler beds in a separate area, because one day your little one will need to get out of that crib - and these guys have you covered all along the way.