Cute but they watch you as if you're going to steal. I went in looking for a gift for my daughter's…read morebirthday. I ended up taking a picture of a couple pairs of earrings to send to my other daughter so I could get her opinion and was so engrossed with what I was doing I hadn't noticed the lady staring at me. The good news for them, I don't steal, however, I was so annoyed I left without purchasing anything. They need to learn what a fine line of watching people is.

Zig Zag Gallery is a great little shop in Centerville at the Cross Pointe Shopping center at the…read morecorner of Far Hills & Alex Bell. I stopped by on Shop Small Saturday this past weekend while I was in town visiting parents for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. What a charming shop with variety of hand-crafted, creative and funky gifts in one spot. Jewelry, pottery, glass, ornaments, and some cool arty, funky clothing - I could have purchased half of the store. I found a few small earrings for my Mom to treat her for the Christmas holiday and they wrapped in a gift box. When you're in the Dayton/Centerville area stop by Zig Zag gallery for a wonderful unique gift, shop small and support local!

The staff at Lula Bell are always so welcoming and helpful. The items for sale are unique. Prices…read morevary so there's something for everyone. If you are lucky, you will stop in on a day when they have scone samples.

I called to ask whether some items intended as a gift could be shipped faster than indicated…read moreonline, and Amy researched the options and got back to me in ten minutes. She even offered to take them to the post office herself to meet the deadline. This is why I like to shop small businesses-- I got great service and great prices. Highly recommended!

This was my first time stopping in when they were holding Holiday Open House. It was so much fun!…read moreThere were sample drinks and snacks. The holiday decorations were gorgeous as usual. I just love this house to begin with but when it's Christmas time, it is so special. My favorite part is the fireplace in the dining room. They always have a great selection of items for sale. This time, I was able to snag a couple of items for Thanksgiving, an ornament for a gift and a Dayton magnet for my fridge. The women here are amazing. They are so friendly and helpful and just fun to hang out with! Add on to all this that its for the Dayton Children's Hospital--how can you go wrong?

Okay, so I mostly follow my wife around in here, but I can tell she loves it. First of all, it is…read morefor charity so that's great. The house itself is a neat piece of architecture. The Holiday decorations are beautiful. The merchandise is diverse and worth perusing. The staff are volunteers and a really nice bunch of people.

Hillarious, meaningful, and wonderfully chaotic and charming!!! No matter the person you'll find…read moresomething that is either meaningful or funny!!

The cutest little shop - perfect for gifts. They have such a wide variety of cook books, mugs,…read morestickers, key chains, etc. A lot of Dayton specific gear too. The cards are hilarious and the best.. will definitely make your person smile. You can't go wrong with anything you buy here. So unique!

How can a chocolate store be anything but delightful! They have so many scrumptious chocolates to…read morechoose from it's hard to decide! The best part is they have samples waiting for you right at the door. Dark or milk chocolate ~ trust me you won't be disappointed. As you breeze through the store you'll find other small dishes of candy to sample. Not only do they have chocolates but they have a variety of other candies ~ including Jelly Bellies :) You can find really nice last minute gift items here too. Be sure and check the sale table for great bargains! I love stopping here, especially around the holidays, because there is always something special. If there's a chocolate you want to try just ask the girls behind the counter, they're more than happy to accommodate you with a sample bite.

Greatly enjoy the Double Chocolate 2# box of Turtles…read more My dear wife has concluded that she merits this treat several times per year. Esther Price needs to step up it's management program as well as the program for clerks. The manager is OFF Again today. We'd like to get her take on the High Prices, and the clerk is clueless -- why would you Not want all of your employees informed about price of chocolate. Both parking lot and store floor are empty of consumers, why? Previous Rates: Earlier in 2025, reciprocal tariffs added 10%-15% to landed costs, with some specific products facing, or threatening, even higher duties. Impact: The tariffs, combined with high global commodity prices, caused significant disruptions to U.S. chocolate makers (e.g., Hershey), forcing higher retail prices (10-20% increases) and reducing consumer demand. Though federal officials announced the lifting of tariffs in November 2025, some industry members reported a delay in seeing actual cost relief, with some reports noting continued, targeted duties. Severe drought, exacerbated by climate change and heat, is severely impacting West African cocoa production, particularly in Ivory Coast and Ghana, which produce over half the world's cocoa. Widespread dry conditions affect over half of Ivory Coast and two-thirds of Ghana, threatening major harvest seasons. Key affected areas include central and western regions of Ivory Coast. Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and Ghana are currently the primary drought-stricken cocoa areas in Africa, together accounting for roughly 60% of global production. As of late March 2026, drought conditions blanket more than half of Côte d'Ivoire and approximately two-thirds of Ghana, significantly threatening the mid-season harvest.

Great selection of plants from cheaper beginner options to pricier rare babies. Lots of…read moreaccessories. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly.

My friend who lives in Dayton brought me here and we had such a blast looking at all the plants!…read moreThere are just so many! I felt that some were fairly reasonably priced. Others were a bit much. But just the experience of being there and browsing was fun! I love all the stuff they sell - jewelry and zodiac stuff and things for terrariums and the list goes on. Basically, if you like plants and witchy vibes this place is totally for you. Also, the employee was super helpful and could identify nearly every plant without looking at the label. I found some plants I had to have so much that I got them despite having to get on a plane home later that day!

If you need it, they got it. Except for that one time I needed thank you notes and they were out…read more But Hallmark Keepsake ornaments, Jim Shore, cards, holiday decorations, etc. This is my go to. Been part of Town and Country since I was in high school, and we won't talk about how long ago that was thankyouverymuch. Just go here and thank me later.

The Looking Glass has always been one of my favorite shops in Waynesville. The shop is always kept…read morevery updated and fresh, so visiting season to season ensures new items and it won't be the same old, same old, like some of the little shops of Waynesville. The thing I like best about this shop is that they offer fresh and local hard-to-find plants (live) that are nice for accenting home decor items and offers custom-made items throughout the store. They also have a ton of mental fabrication products that are bright and cheery and great for outside displays or gardens. They recently just added a small clothing section in the back that is pretty neat, if you are a normal size person - unlike me- so finding clothing for me at these types of stores is difficult. I always say, fat people shop too - but it's so hard to find places that offer plus size clothing that's hip or different from the norm. The other thing I like about this shop is shopping is relaxing without being badgered by the sales person or owner, like many of the other shops. They are very friendly and greet you, are helpful and there if you need them, but the pressure if off and everything is clearly marked, as far as pricing, and allows time to focus on purchasing. Which is always a win win for everyone. I would highly recommend visiting this shop should you love gardening, farmhouse decor, natural wood decor and just anything else that's pretty and creative. Find your one-of-a-kind item here for gifts or for yourself. They do not have a private parking lot, but there are plenty of parking spots on the street or around the downtown shopping area.

From the owner: Garden and Home Boutiqueread more

The necklace I had engraved was beautiful and done quickly. Robert was so friendly and helpful. I…read morewill definitely be coming back again!

From the owner: We can normally engrave your items. We also engrave metal and plastic.read more