Received gift (Priced at $75), did not care for it..not my style. Brought it back to exchange for…read moresomething else within the week it was purchased WITH the original receipt and price tag on merchandise. Sales clerks refused to return or exchange item. Told me all sales were final per store policy. My husband was never told that when purchasing said item and there were NO signs posted with that policy, so I am stuck with an expensive, unwanted gift. I will never shop there again...I used to stop in quite a bit. I will also make sure that everyone I know that lives around here knows about this business' ridiculous return policy and my experience. Especially considering it is a "GIFT SHOP"!

From the owner: The Special Touch Gift Shop…read more The Special Touch Gift Shop - A Most Unique Home Accessory and Gift Shop, over 5,000 square feet of unique accessories and gifts decorated throughout the store. We have a huge selection of home goods, mirrors, picture frames, home decor, gift ideas, candles, lamps, unique gifts, pillows and wall decor. We love helping our customers make their home a little more relaxing and warm. Decorating services available. We offer in store or in home decorating services. Stop in for details. Come and visit The Special Touch Gift Shop.

Very good experience, helped me find what I was looking for…read moreHas handmade stuff, gift stuff, and some antiques! Seems like things are priced reasonably

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!

If you are a fan of the shabby chic decor this is a must see destination! The Round Barn has new &…read moreold home/garden decor along with antiques, furniture, foods & more! You can't possibly see everything they have to offer in one loop around the barn...and yes, it is actually a round barn...painted bright red so you can't miss it from the main road. They change out the decor according to season so make sure to stop by & stock up on your favorite holiday items. Check out their website at www.roundbarnpottingco.com.

I love the White Bear Lake store, so when I stumbled upon this one while walking Arbor Lakes Shops…read moreI was super excited! So many fun gift ideas!!! Unique kitchen items. Soup, baked goods & cocktail mixes along with recipe books. Clothing & jewelry! Art, lamps... stuff we don't need, but would love to get/give as a gift because it is all so cool! Staff were attentive and friendly! Nothing cheap here, but it is all high quality. I am a fan and will be back!

Loved this shop! It has something for everyone, I was hunting for a tea towel for my mom for…read moreChristmas and I found that and a unique puzzle for her, viking socks for my dad, and portable dauchaund Bluetooth speaker for my daughter Can't wait to stop there again!

This is our friend time and we will definitely be back! We went to meet Santa which was a great…read moreexperience. Not sure if they use the same Santa each year but he was so wonderful and patient with our boys and held our baby with ease! The store itself was beautiful and well organized. We went at Christmas time and they have amazing gift insides and decor. I'm wish I went here first this season and now we know! The staff were so friendly. They have a private bathroom and easy for kids. Parking is easy out front. We'll go back for gifts for sure!

This place has a gift for everyone in it! I have ventured into the Woods a handful of times and…read moreyou want to make sure you allow enough time to actually shop in here. So many things to look at and many ideas for your home or yard. Cute store and you could spend a fortune in it! It's easy to do. We will be back when searching for a gift for an in law or coworker. Perfect and have fun while in there. The staff are always very friendly and helpful.

A must stop! This shop has it all. From apparel, fudge, Amish popcorn, soda, magnets, planting…read morepots, metal signs, outdoor gardening items to rotating seasonal items, you can't go wrong. Come here to get your house inspired or to simply browse. Bonus: Don't forget to check out the discount shed outside. My family and I visit here frequently and it has become a time to bond together as we check out the ever changing space (this time the check out table moved to a completely different location and there was a bigger gardening section added). Each aisle of the store offers its own flair so you can be here for a good hour just to ensure you don't miss anything. Stop back when you can because seasonally, items change. I would say this store is a mix between Patina, Home Goods and a thrift shop. While a majority of the items are brand new, there is a very small section with gently used items such as rustic hand tools, records, teacups, and home decor. Enjoy! This place is a gem!

Best place ever! Unique one of a kind stuff that's great for the house, gardens, and gifts! Also,…read morethis store is the reason we are the proud new owners of 8 silkie chickens.

Stumbled across this boutique while walking past it as my friend and I were waiting for our movie…read moreat the Parkway Theater. It was a fun little impromptu shopping for us. There's a lot of fun gift ideas, but I will say the main items are geared towards children or women. I did find a shampoo bar I've been wanting, but was also browsing their cook books and candles. I found a new shop to consider when buying gifts for my two sisters. ‍ The staff were welcoming and nice and they talked up some of their chocolates at the checkout area. My friend purchased me a small chocolate that we enjoyed in the theater - they were right! Very good.

Visited 14 Hill Boutique mid-afternoon on Saturday after a movie at Parkway Theater. Let's just say…read moreit was a first-time score visit. I snagged a seasonal ornament at 50% off and browsed for about an hour (could've easily stayed longer, but the rest of the day was calling). Such a cute boutique with tons of goodies! I absolutely loved ALL the jewelry. It's about a 30-minute drive from where I live, but it's definitely worth the trip, and hey, maybe I'll catch a movie too. The real icing on the cake was Julie. She was so pleasant and engaging and truly made me feel welcome. Great customer service is rare these days, and she nailed it-thank you, Julie! If you're in the area or looking for a fun little field trip, this place is a must. Everything is beautifully arranged: jewelry, candles, stationary & clothing, purses, and toys for kiddos. I'd say prices are normal for a boutique and the quality of everything is great. Plus, lots of unique finds. Side note- I was so zoned here that I completely forget to take photos.