Adorable little shop with great gift and decorating ideas. The owner is super friendly and is a…read moredecorating whiz! Check out her Tuesday Tips to see what I mean.

We did a FaceTime tour through the store to pick out gifts...so much fun!!! Beautiful selections!read more

Visited 4/28 with a friend, friend was indulging me because I always need to find a plant store,…read moreeven in a touristy spot such as Salem. Plants are a bit pricy but that's to be expected. Still found myself a Hoya in 2" pot for $5ish and splurged on a tiny air plant in a tiny ceramic pot for $15 (ouch). But it was super cute and I decided to treat myself as a souvenir. Selection is ok, the store is pretty tiny. CS is decent. Eg almost non-existent but no one followed me or my friend (both not Caucasian) around either.

Very nicely decorated store with a bright and airy feel to it. Tons of plant options and earthy…read moretype decor items to complement them. I'm not a plant lover, but my friend is and really wanted to check it out, and I liked their unique look from the outside that made it different than the touristy spots all around Salem that I was getting a little sick of. I liked their selection of books and home decor. I loved a crystal tree they had and purchased it for a new display area I'm working on at home. I'd enjoyed my shopping experience so far and was excited about my purchase, but the staff member that rang me up was notably unfriendly. He ignored me for almost a full minute, continuing what looked like a craft project, before finally acknowledging me and directing me to the appropriate checkout station (he was standing squarely between two so I couldn't tell where to go). He ignored my polite attempts at small talk and seemed to rush the entire transaction so I would go away as soon as possible. I'd rate the store higher but was really off put by how I was treated, and other reviews note a similar attitude...I was starting to think I'd read into it, but this is clearly a trend. No employees greeted us or asked if we needed any help the entire time we browsed, in stark contrast to every other boutique I visited that day going above and beyond to make me feel welcome in their shop. Nice selection of items and pretty to look at, but be prepared for a dose of attitude.

I went to Over the Rainbow to look for a wedding dress in May of 2009. I like to comb through…read moredressed myself rather than have someone who just met me pick my dream dress, so this was the right place for me. The owner was busy with another bride who was ordering invitations, so my mom and I went into the (small) back room where the dresses were and we pulled anything that may have caught our eye in a range of sizes. I found about 10 dresses to try on, a few of which were the exact same dresses that I had tried on (new) at other shops. 1or 2 of them fit okay, but none of them were "the one". I have a tough body to fit because I'm quite tall, so most of the problems had to do with length. The dresses are priced at half of what the original purchase price and the brands range from David's Bridal to Vera Wang. If you're lucky, you could end up with a beautiful designer gown at 50% off. Most of the dresses already have a bustle ready to go. The owner said that their stock is constantly changing and that many brides find their dress on the 2nd or 3rd visit. The owner was helpful while I was trying on dresses, but the dressing room was also the room where all the dresses were and it was cramped. Also, beware that they don't take credit/debit cards, so bring a checkbook in case you find "the dress". I may head back there to find a veil (they have a lot of head pieces) since I think it's ridiculous to spend hundreds on a veil.

I dropped off my wife's wedding gown at Over the Rainbow to see if I could sell it. When I called…read moreto check on the status of the gown, I was told that it hadn't sold yet. I called after six months to get the gown back, but she told me that she didn't know whether she still had my gown or not. She said she would check and call me back, but I did not get a call back for several months. So my wife called again and left a message. This time, she did call back and told us that she still had the dress and that we could pick it up. She was nice enough to give the dress back to us, even though she technically had the right to ownership (according to the sales agreement). Overall, I would note that it's difficult to get a hold of the owner, and it's hard to visit the store because it's only open three days a week (or by appointment). Frankly, I don't know how successful a store can be in selling secondhand wedding dresses with such limited hours. If you're trying to sell your dress here, I recommend that you write a reminder on the calendar, because Over the Rainbow won't remind you when the 6-month period is up.

SUCH a great find in downtown Andover! The store is filled with a variety of unique gifts, and the…read moredesign showroom has the most beautiful furniture. Whatever you need for your friends (wedding/housewarming/holiday gifts) or your home (rugs, lights, art, couches, tables) - You will find it here!

A Coastal design twist in the heart of New England. Fabulous home decor and housewarming gift ideas!read more

A huge shoutout to Pam, the owner of Tin Bucket, for her absolutely wonderful customer service. I…read moream writing this review because Pam went above and beyond when helping me with an important framed print for my daughter Sarah's rehearsal dinner. The framed print was purchased by Sarah's future mother-in-law to display at the event. She initially asked me to do the lettering--the wedding couple's names and title--on the matte, giving me less than two weeks to complete it. (I must admit, she initially thought I could do it by hand, but I didn't feel comfortable with the task.) While searching The Tin Bucket website, I saw the beautiful work Pam could do with lettering transfers. I reached out and asked if she could possibly take on this project. With a smile on her cheery face, Pam went right to work, providing possible different lettering choices within just three days! Once the lettering was agreed upon, Pam took apart the frame only to find the matte was glued to the frame itself. This is the remarkable part, especially with the rehearsal dinner just a few days away: Pam actually bought another frame and matte herself and finished the lettering! It was all done within the needed timeframe, even with the unexpected matte issue. I cannot thank Pam enough; she was professional, delightful, and truly committed to helping me. I believe this level of service is extraordinary these days, and it is so important to know we have Pam and The Tin Bucket in our town. I am so pleased I thought of Pam and chose to support a local Reading business owner. Many thanks again, Pam!

I worked with Tin Bucket to host a Halloween-themed craft party at my home. Pam did an amazing job…read moreand made it so easy! I am incredibly thankful to not only have the adorable store in downtown Reading but also a talented artist who will work with you to create an event you won't forget.

Love these four Art Deco-ish mod chairs I picked up there! Fun shop with unusual interesting stuff!read more

This store is so dreamy. The owner really has a magic eye! I wish I could go every day.read more

Dan and his team restored my dad's jewelry box and it looks like new. Having this back in our care…read morerepaired so my son can use it is a real gift.

Blackstone F. R. did a beautiful job refinishing my antique oak file cabinet from the early 1900's…read more The cabinet is now proudly displayed in my living room and I have to smile every time I walk by it. Dan and the guys were absolutely great! Paul J. Cambridge, MA

Hestia Creations Specializing in handcrafted gifts and home…read moredécor, Hestia offers unique, locally inspired items and a paint-your-own pottery studio.

For souvenirs of the area, skip the trinket shops and head to Hestia Creations. It's a small gift…read moreshop featuring the work of several artisans who create on-site; items can be taken along or be shipped. It's located in the heart of Marblehead; you can park right outside. Like an art collective, the handmade and decorated miniatures, stationery, ornaments, plates, bowls, etc. can be selected off the shelf or custom ordered. Many have nautical themes; my ornament features Salem and its haunted history. The crèche sets for the Nativity feature figurines with such detail they seem to be people you know. Another possibility: bring your group and decorate items yourself. Whether a birthday party, wedding shower, or family reunion, you can plan in advance with owner Joanne and the craftswomen for an experience to deepen your memory. Hestia Creations is for those who want their souvenir to match the experience they had in the region. Don't miss it.