We visited here for the first time (incredibly) and so enjoyed our time here. The owner explained…read morethat her dad had a vision 33 years ago to fill this space with lots of vendors selling their wares. She said there are still a few of the original vendors there and there is a 5 year wait list for new ones! You walk through the spaces filled with all kinds of unique items and bring it up to the front to pay for it. Cash or check accepted. You can easily get lost in this space for hours! We picked up some German beer steins, some egg coddlers, a book and a few other odds and ends, all at reasonable prices. Yes, some things seemed overpriced but most were fair. There is a restroom and parking lot. It's a fun way to spend a few hours.

I have shopped at the Stratford Antique Center on 2 occasions about 3 months apart. The place is…read morevery large with many different sellers. It makes for a nice date to grab a coffee then spend a few hours browsing. The staff are always super friendly and very helpful. There is a lot of great stuff in here but unfortunately the vast majority or sellers are charging way way too much. Some sellers are reasonable but most seem to be price gouging. I mean we are talking like $900 for a rocking chair that is broken as an example. If folks were willing to pay these prices they would just buy new. I have managed to find some reasonably priced items of clothing and furniture, but often found that if I found something I kind of liked, I never liked it enough to pay the asking price. It's clear that others feel the same as many of the booths had all of the same exact items they had 3 months ago. Most need to bring their prices down by 30-50% tbh. I have enjoyed window shopping here but probably will go elsewhere from here on out.

Great selection. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. I always find good deals there.read more

My teenager daughter was googling places to get the required art supplies for her college art…read morecourse and selected this spot. This was located right off the highway close to the total wine and more plaza. At first I was scared the prices were going to be sky high, but it was actually affordable; they even have a members reward program that she signed up for. She found everything she was looking for. The workers were polite and the aisles were clean. We will definitely come back.

Simply THE best quilt shop around!…read more I've been to The Bolt a few times and love it. It's my favorite LQS. The fabric selection is beautiful and the prices are really fair and reasonable. The owner greets me every time I walk in, and is super nice and knowledgeable. My friends and I were also at the grand opening of this store and our experience was fantastic. The owner had planned for a big crowd so set up a second cutting table downstairs and brought in extra help. Her husband kept running bolts up and down the stairs for people. It was a really festive atmosphere. There were so many people there that the shopping center parking lot was full and people were waiting for spaces. There were really good gift with purchases. Even Denyse was happily cutting fabric at one point! I don't think anyone could have anticipated a grand opening like that. And I'm really happy for them. There was a lady in the shop that day who kept pulling bolts off the shelves and hogging them. She refused to wait in line like the rest of us for her turn, she just kept demanding that she be taken care of right away, and was rude. She acted like she was the only customer. The owner did a great job of balancing this lady's demands with the rest of her customers. I think the 1-star review was written by her. It certainly wasn't the right day for that lady to do that kind of shopping, and I think most everybody else knew that. It shows the reviewer's lack of knowledge that they didn't know the book Denyse S. was signing was her most recent one that tied into the fantastic exhibit The Bolt had. Who cares if it's a couple of years old? A classic is a classic. The 1-star reviewer also forgot to mention that The Bolt sells Denyse's fabric by the yard and in precuts so having one box of her fabrics for $200 was no big deal. Besides, it's actually a pretty smart business move because how many people can actually drop $200 just like that? The reviewer also talks about "price-gouging" but she obviously doesn't know fabrics, and she wrote a lot of mis-information. The Bolt sells Kona and Denyse's solid fabrics for under $8 a yard. That's a great price for solids. All of their fabrics, like I said before, are beautiful, and really well-priced. People who like cotton and steel know that it comes from California so of course it's more money here because of shipping but I think the 13.49 fabric (if it's that price) the reviewer mentioned is either the metallic or the lawn specialty fabric and she should've said that. Shopping for fabric on the internet is hard and I think it's great that a shop like The Bolt is around for quilters like myself. As for the raffle-I can't imagine where the reviewer got the idea that it was going to be held after the ribbon cutting ceremony because that was at lunchtime. The owner had collected, I think, around 20 raffle prizes from different companies and was going to pull the winning tickets after closing. This way, anyone who came to the store that day had a chance to win, and she's really fair about things like that. Oh, and it's pretty well known that this shop doesn't have a public restroom. Don't really know why some think a quilt shop should have one, but this one doesn't because it's a small shop, and it's certainly not a big deal. But lol for the reviewer's imagination about the shouting match/rolling eyes over the restroom because that simply didn't happen. I think it's awful that this 1-star reviewer walked out without paying for her fabrics after she wasted everyone's time. I don't understand why she'd flaunt something like that. She should be embarrassed. But I saw the owner handle the entire situation with patience and class. And that's what The Bolt Quilt Shop is-a classy, friendly shop. Check it out. You'll be glad you did.

I have been shopping at The Bolt for several months now and could not be more pleased with the…read morelevel of customer service, quality of fabric and knowledge of the owner. She could not be nicer and friendlier and happy to share her expertise. Having a local source for beautiful fabrics is a rare commodity these days. I have been sewing and quilting for two decades and I appreciate a great eye for fabric selection and quality. The store has it all and I am happy to spread the word!

A wonderful used bookstore with something for everyone including Kids, Graphics Novels, Sci-Fi,…read moreVinyl, Audio Books, CDs, History, Collectibles, and more. While most books are gently used, you may find something that is in mint condition. They've just updated their POS system. This is making checkout faster. You can get a gift card for your avid readers and are ready to wrap that special find during the holidays. A great place to browse or sit outside and enjoy the sundrenched porch with a view of the Saugatuck River.

They employ people that have disabilities to provide them with actual work experience and they have…read morereally nice books for very cheap! A lot of children's books as well. Everyone is so nice there and I love that it double as an amazing cause.

this store is a diamond in the rough, a true paradise for any kind of person looking for furniture,…read morevintage collector and regular home items alike. The prices are unusually low for the age and quality. I drop in every few weeks to see what Bill's been working on.

THIS IS NOT YOURE EVERYDAY "SIDE OF THE ROAD" ANTIQUES STORE…read more Westport has been one of my Old Haunts from the late 80's. The days of Fudruckers, Il Molino and Haagen Dazs Ice cream shop. I was in town driving down The Post Rd. and eyed this "Leonce Antiques" store on the side of the road so I pulled in and checked it out. I've always had a thing for antiques and flea markets they're like interactive time capsules. Out In the front of the store is an eclectic array of antiques mostly pre turn of the Century stuff and as I walked inside I was shocked.... Leonce Antiques was like a European fine arts museum yet with a cool fun atmosphere given the owner Bernard was a fun, cool guy and too wealth of knowledge. There was one room with looked like an antiques silver vault, wall to wall sterling EVERYTHING: vases, urns, flatware, candelabras, another room all chandeliers, another room a whole wall of sconces. The place is deceptively HUGE...I wandered into the back and under a box of books I spy two vintage black leather chairs. Behold early 60's pair of Knoll office chairs...perfect...I need a set to go with my Nelson Bench. I get Bernard, he writes me up, we toss'em in the Jeep and I'm on my way. Leonce is a MUST CHECK-IT-OUT PLACE..Mostly European and early American higher end pieces....You won't find any of that corny Americana here. His collection is very eclectic....out in front all pre-turn of the Century pieces who would have guessed I would find a pair of mid century Knoll chairs!

I was skeptical about placing an order from an antique dealer 3000 plus miles away, and came away…read morepleasantly surprised. I ordered a silver cup as a present for my daughter, not only were the pictures of the item accurate, their over-the-phone help was great. The owner packed and shipped my item immediately, and I got it two days later. What service! The quality of the items they sell are above par, and I would recommend purchasing from them, as I would do so myself.

This store has a remarkably curated collection. EVERYTHING in here IS BEAUTIFUL and excellent…read morequality. The jewelry is super stylish and not at all over-priced. A great place to find a gift or furnish your home. The service is first-rate. I was interested in a couple of pieces and the owner called me because someone else wanted to buy them. I was fortunate enough to catch a sale and take home a few pieces at outrageous savings. The staff is helpful if you want or need but gives you your space to browse and shop. Mille Rae's is now my favorite store! It's a really fun destination

For a store that has just opened, this is a really nice shop - and the garden products are quality…read more We had a little accident at the container garden spot, yet, the Millie Rae planter held up. The home products are great gifts, not too frilly, not too trendy - simple yet fancy. Sure, I would want more things that can be taken apart and rebuilt - I am picky. I want stuff that not everyone else wants. I like things that most folks don't like, and I am not a fashion fan. In fact, I like upcycled, recycled stuff that has been bleached, stonewashed, recycled, made in the USA and is rarely ever at the shop. Moreover, it's way too expensive and you can't afford it. Still, I have to get gifts for family and this is the place to go for youth and seniors, young and old.

we love this store! they are friendly and kind and we really like the staff. they always have all…read morethe cool toys and tons of legos too!

Stopped in here for a birthday present for a friend's kid. The staff was nice and very helpful. The…read morestore is adorable, though super hidden behind a shopping center. I wish they had more visibility because it seems like such a nice town toy store! The free gift wrapping station (with bows, tape, name cards to stick on the gifts, scissors) and FREE CARDS were such a nice touch. Seems so simple but means so much to the customers. Never going back to Toys R Us again!