Disclaimer: I've only been to the Bayview Village location, which has been around for about 30…read moreyears. This location is much newer, and I haven't made it there ... yet. I've browsed online photos of the new store, and it appears to have the same variety and quality of great china, housewares, decor and gift items that the Bayview Village location has to offer. I have spoken to staff on the phone here, and they were very courteous in answering my inquiries about the additional location. Based on the "flagship" location, I can honestly say it's a great shopping experience. You can take a look at the reviews for a better idea of what's involved there. Hope to make it out to this location soon.

I dropped by into this shop trying to do some last minute holiday shopping. It's small and cute…read more Lots of unique items and lots to look at. The one woman who was manning the shop was incredibly welcoming. Didn't rush us and tolerated a 4 year-old wandering around (and rearranging a few arrangements). The items are on the pricier side but seems like a good quality. We didn't find anything for the person we were looking for but bought a beautiful hair clip for our nanny. I would certainly wander thru again if I didn't have anything specific in mind.

They have a large selection of Jelly Cats and various gifts ideas. The staff was okay and the…read moreopening hours could be longer

This is an extremely well curated store. In this day and age if you're doing anything but shopping…read moreonline, there's a purpose. Maybe it's because you were close to it, or maybe because they had an item you couldn't wait two days for. But, when the store is out of the way, and difficult to get to, there needs to be more of a draw to pay the mark ups. And there are mark ups. About 20% more expensive than other places, and more than that if comparing online. But, the curation of the collection is what makes this place stand out. If you're looking for interesting gifts, or novelty items, there are a lot to be found here for all occasions, and you won't have to wade through a bunch of things that don't suit your needs. Everything is pretty great, and you will see things you didn't even know you wanted because you couldn't even imagine they were things to want. It's a lovely location, and worth the visit just to see what's in stock, if nothing else.

This HomeSense is a combo store with Winners. I saw both these stores on Sunday on my way to an…read moreeatery for lunch. Coming back, I decided to check out this store. It's in a plaza with parking. It was pretty busy. I ended up parking in front of Sleep Country Canada. I could have used a nap after a huge meal, but I went shopping. I like these combo stores because you can walk between them without any barriers. You don't have to go outside. It's nice, especially when there was light snow happening. I liked the Hello Kitty bedding. I don't have any. Same goes with a Hello Kitty pillow. It was so cute. The drinkware section was cool. There was a discussion between two customers and a HomeSense employee. The customer was looking at all YETI tumblers. They all had missing lids. It was weird. I saw an Umbra penguin liquid soap dispenser. I love Umbra. This dispenser seemed small, but it was cute and functional. It's a huge store. I saw mermaid tails. The linens section looked inviting. The lineup at the checkout was long, but it did move fairly quickly. I ended up grabbing a Keroppi Squishmallows plushie while in line. The price was great and the plushie is adorable. I had the nicest woman at the checkout. I was purchasing a small Kipling crossbody purse. She was squeezing the cheeks of the monkey attached to the purse. She was equally as enamoured as I was. I paid with a credit card. I tapped and all was great. She asked if I needed a bag. I declined. I grabbed my purchases and headed to my car as huge snowflakes were falling. One snowflake went in my right ear. I wonder if that's a good omen. I had a fun experience here. One of these days, I may have Hello Kitty bedding. If I do, you'll know where I got it. (61)

A TRULY HEARTFELT THANK YOU!!! I want to share my sincere…read moreand overwhelming appreciation for the incredible staff at HomeSense in Vaughan Mills. What an amazing group of kind, honest, and genuinely caring people! Yesterday morning, I had a moment of panic when I realized my wallet was missing--the Louis Vuitton wallet my daughters gifted me for a special birthday. Inside were my credit cards, gift cards, and some birthday money I had just withdrawn. Needless to say, I was distraught and retracing my steps as quickly as I could. When I called HomeSense, a lovely lady in Customer Service answered and calmly asked for my name. To my shock and absolute relief, she told me my wallet had been found and kept safely for me! I can't express how emotional I felt--I was overwhelmed with tears and gratitude. On my way back to Vaughan Mills to pick it up, I learned that the HomeSense team had even reached out to my condo building to confirm they had my wallet, just to make sure I got the message. That kind of care and effort is beyond words. In a world where it sometimes feels like there's too much negativity, this experience reminded me how much goodness still exists. The staff at HomeSense Vaughan Mills, including Jessica and everyone who helped, showed the very best of humanity. I'm also deeply thankful to the wonderful customer who turned my wallet in. To all of you at HomeSense--thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your honesty, warmth, and compassion mean more than you'll ever know. This store truly embodies

Super cool spot to grab random gifts, or just walk around and kill time. There are magnets, cards,…read morenotebooks, stationary, Swell bottles, and lots of gag gifts. I didn't buy anything from here (and I'm not sure if I ever would), but I spent a good 20 minutes walking around looking at all of the little knick knacks and random things.

Located at the corner of Queen and Portland, Outer Layer is a unique shop filled with items that…read moreare great for gift giving. From skincare to mugs, kitchenware, plushies and cards, there is always something for someone there. I've been to Outer Layer more times than I can count if I need to find a gift for someone. Even if I may not find the perfect gift for a friend and family, it's a great shop to browse at as well. Definitely a great spot for some unique gifts for yourself or others! Staff are friendly and I've never had an issue with them. My shopping experience here is pleasant and I never feel rushed or pressured to buy anything. Check out Outer Layer if you're around the Queen and Bathurst area!

I have done online ordering for this store a couple of times. Such a great store! Excellent…read morecustomer service and fast shipping right to my door the next day Products ordered were exactly as described and all perfect! Will definitely continue to make orders when needed!

I'm finally taking the time to leave an honest review, since the owner recently asked customers to…read moredo so. My experience with Lemon & Lavender has been disappointing, particularly given how the store presents itself. The staff generally come across as friendly at first, but I've personally had a few interactions that felt condescending and, at times, borderline rude. I have never been rude to any of the staff myself, so I've often left the store wondering why the tone of some interactions felt the way they did. One interaction in particular happened just the other day and has really stuck with me. I was paying for my purchase and jokingly said, "Don't you find this Needoh craze nutty?" This was after mentioning that I drive all over the city looking for Needohs for my child. The response I received, completely straight-faced, was essentially, "I wonder what's nuttier, the Needohs or the person running around the city." I was genuinely stunned. She later said she was joking, and I didn't make an issue of it at the time. I actually laughed it off and said, "Oh, don't worry, I am nutty for running around the city." But after I left, I couldn't believe that someone would feel comfortable speaking to a customer that way, particularly when that customer is standing there spending $50 on toys. And unfortunately, that isn't an isolated feeling. Almost every time I leave this store, I have the same thought: I don't really want to come back. My other major issue is the pricing. I have actually taken the time to compare Needoh and squishy prices at different stores across Toronto, and Lemon & Lavender, along with Mood, consistently comes out among the most expensive places I have found. Some items are priced at roughly double, triple, or even more than what I have seen elsewhere. I completely understand that an independent business has overhead and needs to make a profit. I have no problem paying somewhat more to support a local store. But there is a point where the markup becomes difficult to justify, especially when the same products can be found for significantly less elsewhere. I also understand that Needohs aren't always easy to find. That is actually part of the problem. My child loves them, and when there is a particular Needoh they really want, sometimes Lemon & Lavender is one of the few places where I can actually find it. That puts parents in the position of either paying the significantly higher price or leaving without the item their child wants. I have even had conversations in the store where I've mentioned that I find the prices expensive, only to have the staff immediately push back and tell me that it isn't true. But I have personally compared the prices at numerous stores. This isn't something I'm saying based on a feeling or assumption. The other issue for me is the owner's use of Instagram. I understand that social media is personal, and I have sympathy for anyone dealing with difficult family circumstances or the challenges of running a small business. But the store's Instagram is also the public face of the business, and I personally find the frequent posts about personal conflicts, negative comments, other local business owners, family difficulties, childcare, and other personal matters very off-putting. There have been instances where criticism or conflicts appear to be brought onto Instagram for thousands of followers to see, including calling out other businesses or people. Personally, I don't want to be involved in those kinds of personal disputes when I'm shopping at a children's toy and gift store. And unfortunately, I experienced this side of things myself. I previously contacted the owner politely about an issue I encountered during an online Needoh drop. I wasn't demanding anything or looking for compensation. I simply wanted to let her know that there had been an issue during checkout. I was subsequently blocked. That was particularly disappointing because constructive criticism and feedback are part of owning a business. I don't believe anyone deserves to be bullied or harassed, and I'm absolutely not advocating for that. But there is a big difference between bullying someone and politely pointing out a legitimate customer experience. Overall, I think Lemon & Lavender has a great concept and clearly appeals to a lot of children and parents. My own child loves Needohs, which is unfortunately why I occasionally still find myself shopping there despite my reservations. But between the prices, the customer-service experiences I've personally had, and the way the business is represented on social media, I have become much less inclined to support the store. This is simply my honest experience. The owner has asked customers to leave reviews, and I believe reviews should include the good and the bad -- not just the ones that are flattering.

This shop is just the cutest! It may have been my favorite shop I visited on my recent vacation in…read moreToronto. It's located in the Distillery District in a building with a number of other small shops/galleries. The owner (I believe!) was so kind and chatted with us we browsed and kept browsing. The designs of the art is so cute, and you can buy all sorts of things here! Jewelry, prints, greeting cards, pins (flair!), buttons, cuff links, magnets... and many other things I'm probably forgetting. I just loved the style of the art and ended up picking up a few things, as did my friend. I can't wait to frame my print (panda bear with a maple leaf)! If you like cute stuff and want to pick up something for yourself or someone else, Mehoi is worth a visit!! (There is also an Etsy shop if you want to see stuff online.)

Was doing some Christmas shopping in the Distillery District and stumbled upon the Mehoi shop. They…read morehave a wide selection of cards and posters either as a gift or to decorate your home with. The staff are super friendly and the checkout process is very prompt. If you are looking for a creative or cute gift I would definitely recommend you to give Mehoi a try.

Excellent store. Lots of beads & fabrics. Really friendly helpful staff. Well organised- easy to…read morefind what you are looking for & lots of offers & things to tempt you

Buying products at the store is easy and fun. Buzz Code Added to order but omitted on shipping…read morelabel. Delivery of Items PURCHASED on line has been partially unsuccessful. My recommendation is to those who are able: Pick your order UP at the store and bypass home delivery. I am not going to stay home 24x7 to wait for something. There was no attempt from C/Service 1800-6472-4235 @ Michaels to contact Purolator to fix the problem. No refund offered unless the shipping company initiates the return. So good luck to me tracking my purchase directly with Purolator. Latest Updates Last updated on 11/24/2025,Monday November 24, 2025 3:48pm Delayed in transit due to road/highway closure November 24, 2025 12:06pm On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON November 24, 2025 12:05pm Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 24, 2025 2:24am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 21, 2025 6:27pm Unable to deliver - receiver unavailable November 21, 2025 8:36am On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON, M5P1N8 November 21, 2025 6:09am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 21, 2025 1:46am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 20, 2025 7:27pm Attempted delivery - receiver unavailable November 20, 2025 7:06pm On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON November 20, 2025 7:01pm Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 20, 2025 10:59am On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON November 20, 2025 10:57am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 20, 2025 8:34am On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON, M5P1N8 November 20, 2025 12:29am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 19, 2025 8:13am On vehicle for delivery NORTH YORK, ON, M5P1N8 November 19, 2025 2:00am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 19, 2025 1:57am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 19, 2025 1:56am Arrived at sort facility NORTH YORK, ON November 19, 2025 12:36am Label information electronically submitted PUROLATOR November 18, 2025 1:37am Departed sort facility ETOBICOKE, ON November 18, 2025 1:36am Arrived at sort facility ETOBICOKE, ON November 17, 2025 6:41pm Arrived at sort facility ETOBICOKE, ON November 17, 2025 6:09pm Departed sort facility TORONTO, ON November 17, 2025 6:09pm Arrived at sort facility TORONTO, ON November 17, 2025 11:04am Picked up by Purolator at TORONTO, ON November 16, 2025 6:34pm Shipper created a label PUROLATOR

loved the store and was able to get a good deal. the attendant was also very helpful and…read moreaccommodating.

I don't know much about the blind box craze, but hopped in here since my friend wanted to check…read morethem out. They have a lot of blind boxes, and even better with some that are opened so you can buy the ones you want. The selection of items in this store were huge and can be overwhelming. My friend found the smiski she wanted, holding a toilet paper, and it was marked with hat the box entailed - which is great for getting exactly what you want! A cool concept/ store that is all the hype right now.