I had the pleasure of visiting Johns Creek Books & Gifts today and it was a real TREAT.  This…read moreincredibly cute bookshop is OPEN - you can shop inside with a mask on, or do curbside pickup.  They also have the option of online delivery.  I went inside and was amazed at how well the store is organized!  They have a number of zones from tables where you can purchase beautiful jewelry, to a table with an awesome candle selection, a really cool puzzle section, as well as a very nice variety of ALL types of books (including a used book area!).  I found so many great items and was really excited to be able to buy the birthday gift I was looking for as well as splurge on a few things for myself as well.  The lady at the register (one of the owners?) was extremely welcoming and friendly, too.  Johns Creek Books & Gifts truly embodies the essence of an excellent community bookstore.   I realize we're in some difficult times. If you happen to be a person who is in the position to help the economy with a little bit of spending, I hope that you will consider shopping local and support great shops like this one.  Especially if you're ordering books, puzzles or candles online, if you can help a fantastic place like this stay in business, please do.  Their prices are competitive and you can get some very reasonable deals as well!  Ok, I'm off my soapbox!, just sayin' this place is pretty amazing :)

Great little bookstore great selection of books but best makes it worth a visit are the little info…read morecards by the books. Highly recommend stopping by this place, browse and buy.

I was searching for some stoneware online and Piper Lillies store showed they had some. I called…read morethe warehouse and the Gentleman I spoke with (I hate I did not get his name) was absolutely wonderful. He checked the inventory and verified it was the matching pieces I needed. He stated he would mail out the next day and he did. I received updated emails and delivery within 4 days. Now the packing of these 4 bowls was superb. I mean the box could have been dropped kicked and there would have been no damage. I will definitely order from them again. What great customer service. Just wish I lived closer to visit the store. Wanda

Absolutely appalling experience at Piper and Lillies…read more Our 15-year-old daughter went in Sunday to spend money she had saved on a Jellycat. Before purchasing, she specifically asked about the return policy and was told "30 days." Minutes later, after deciding she couldn't justify spending over $100 with tax, she attempted to return the untouched item and was told Jellycats were not returnable. That was frustrating. What happened next was far worse. When my wife called, manager Trey suggested that our daughter had taken a bracelet she had been looking at -- effectively accusing a 15-year-old girl of theft. She had simply picked up a bracelet while shopping, carried it to the Jellycat display, and set it down there before making her purchase. She went back into the store and showed the employee exactly where she had left it. Her boyfriend recorded the interaction. She walked out bawling after being treated like a thief. Rather than apologize or show any concern, Trey remained accusatory. My wife then spoke with owner Julia Butler, who was equally rude, confrontational, and dismissive. Businesses have every right to investigate theft. They do not have the right to presume a child is guilty without establishing the facts. A 15-year-old walked into this store excited to spend her own saved money and walked out sobbing after being made to feel like a criminal. The conduct of both management and ownership was disgraceful. I would strongly caution any parent before allowing their child to shop here.

Palmetto Twist is a cute women's clothing store that gave me Carolina Coastal vibes as soon as I…read morewalked in. They have clothes, gifts, accessories, tumblers, and house decor. I found a unique house decor sign here that I love!

From the owner: Palmetto Twist is a specialty retail boutique dedicated to serving customers who love monogramming…read moreand personalized apparel, accessories, and gifts. We understand the importance of adding a little bit of flair to your belongings, which is why we're here to provide quality customization at an affordable price. We offer monogramming and vinyl services for anything that can be personalized. From car decals to home décor and T-shirts, we've got you covered. Gifts can have an extra special meaning with the addition of a monogram, whether on baby items, jewelry or even handbags. Let us help you bring those Pinterest ideas to life!

I have worked with Sensational Baskets a few times over the years and each time they have been…read moreamazing! Helen is wonderful to work with - she is very responsive and accommodating. Definitely recommend using them for your gifting needs!

Just an astonishing level of customer service that you will not see anywhere else, and I'm…read moreextremely proud they are in Georgia. I wanted to send Stephanie Miller a welcome basket at The Tabernacle that was a proper "Atlanta Georgia hello." Sensational Baskets had online chat and reassured me they could deliver backstage and all that. I never got confirmation that the basket arrived, but someone from the company called to ask if I was satisfied and if Steph liked her basket. was so so nice to have the personal touch from a local company. please use them in the future!

One of the best boutiques ever! A true gem in downtown Duluth, I never fail to be tempted by their…read moreincredibly well-stocked and diverse array of merchandise. A must-visit store if you're a fan of Jellycats

Very cute shop in the downtown Duluth area! I was drawn in as they had many colorful items you…read morecould see from outside the shop with great lighting as well! I had an event in the area so I went inside to see what goodies they had! I was greeted by an employee and she was very kind to have conversation and just seem genuinely content with our presence! This shop has many wonderful items ! Lots of cute jewelry, quirky gifts and gorgeous clothing! It can be a bit pricey but overall the quality makes up for price! I didn't end up buying anything this visit but I will definitely be back again to get myself something nice and perhaps some gifts!

This Swoozie's location is at The Forum Peachtree Corners, a very popular outdoor shopping center…read morewith lots of free parking spaces. Was with two friends looking for a birthday gift for a former boss of ours. Lots of color from all the merchandise popped out as soon as we walked into the store. Swoozie's was very inviting, as were the employees who greeted me and asked if I needed help looking for anything. The store was neat, clean and well organized. This store stocks lots of items that will help you celebrate special occasions. Gifts, cards, stationery, invitations, and decorations are among so many different quality items that they sell. Most of these items are organized into specific sections of the store. For example, just about all of the cards are in the card section, and the invitations are in the invitation section. However, gifts are spread throughout the store, so customers have to walk through the entire store to get a good idea of what they stock. The three of us looked through the whole store for a birthday gift for our ex-manager, but nothing jumped out at us. While we all agreed that they have high quality merchandise in Swoozie's, we all thought that the prices were generally expensive - more expensive than what we want to pay, unless they were on clearance.

I had a wedding gift get sent to me from Swoozie that arrived broken. Upon calling the store they…read morewere very friendly and offered to send a gift card to replace the broken item. The gift card took a little while to get to me and as a result, they sent a thoughtful present and a nice note in addition to the gift card. Super classy and thoughtful act.

Nice store! A variety of gifts from baby to jewelry, plenty of clever cards and a lot of "Atlanta"…read morepieces. For Valentine's Day I wanted a couple sweet treats for my lovelies at home and picked out a PB/Choc truffle for my fiancé and two chocolate covered Oreos for my 15 yr old Oreo loving step daughter to be. $1-2 something each and the report was thumbs up for all! Probably not a place I will regularly search for gifts (a little pricey) but it is fun to browse sometimes when I'm on the street to get my hair done at Van Michael.

Is it me or is Midtown starved when it comes to the shopping scene? Outside of going to a mall or…read morestrip mall there is no neighborhood to just walk around and shop. Well this store fills that void. Packing a little bit of everything into a small footprint. If you need to find a present for someone on your way to a dinner party on 14th and Juniper this is your savior. Coffee table books, , chocolates, and even stuffed animals if you are on your way to a baby shower. I have found Midtown branded socks and cocktail books here. The service is always friendly sky and attentive but not pushy. I have been in here a few time and didn't not buy anything. While that may not sound like a good thing it was. I never feel pressured that if I am mot 100% sure I want to get something I should not bother going in. With a constantly rotating inventory visiting frequently is a must. The feel is of a well curated family run museum gift shop!

I had such a good experience here. The employee who helped me was excellent. I was there for a…read morelast minute selection of something festive to wear for a friend's birthday dinner. I tried about 7-8 pieces before deciding on one. It is a small store so some articles of clothes didn't have so many sizes. But overall good experience. Prices are not very inexpensive but they seem like good quality clothing. I went with my son and he was being impatient, the employee was so sweet to give him a candy. And it in return made him sit on the bench while I tried the clothes in the small fitting room. The dress I bought, so many people have complimented on it whenever I wear it. Overall, a great buy.

So, a thing happened. I plan to post this via Google as well. I had the pleasure of attending a…read morefashion show at Lillies. It was amazing. I found an beautiful dress and items that I really LOVE. I can't wait to try the skincare line and go back to shop again. Businesses like this should continue to be supported. Where can you find it? Located in the heart of Duluth - easy to access and plenty of parking. You can even grab lunch while you are there.

When a small local shop arrived in town, within an old building by the railroad, there is something…read moreexciting about it. Duluth, with its heavy domination of chains and strip malls, does need more places like this. While heavily dominated by women's clothing mostly within the "affordable quality" price range of $50-$100, there is also a decent section dedicated to small local items such as Georgia Bulldogs coasters, mugs, a few books and of course, artwork with Lake Lanier on it. Admittedly, many of those items are not something I would personally ever purchase, but they are there and could make a good souvenir for somebody visiting the state. They are certainly more tasteful than a gift shop and largely tailor towards suburban demographic that surrounds it. The staff were friendly in this little shop and the design is neat. All around, a pleasant local business that adds to the character of the neighborhood and is a pleasure to support.

Great place- caring service! Woman who waited on us wrapped our purchase beautifully.read more

Fantastic! This place is the real deal. If you want a local gift with amazing service then this is…read moreyour place. They went above and beyond to give my friends an amazing gift. This place knows how to create a fun experience.