Loved my visit here. This place has such a wide variety of really nice items. Your bound to see…read moresomething your looking for here. Just to mention a few they have some great soy candles, amazing jewelry, designer hats, huge selection of cards, Kids books and toys. Tons of Christmas ornaments and much much more. Customer service is great never pushy and very helpful. Just an all around fun place to check out.

Love coming here. This place has such a wide variety of really nice items. Your bound to see…read moresomething your looking for here. Just to mention a few they have some great soy candles, amazing jewelry, designer hats, huge selection of cards, Kids books and toys. Tons of Christmas ornaments and much much more. Customerservice is great never pushy and very helpful. Just an all around fun place to check out.

Listen--if you walk into Chickadee's and don't find something that makes you smile, check your…read morepulse. This place is bursting with charm, personality, and the kind of gifts that scream "I totally put thought into this" (even if you grabbed it last minute, no judgment ). The vibe? Cozy New England chic with a dash of sass. The shelves are stocked like they know your nosy aunt, your hard-to-shop-for bestie, and your boss who "doesn't want anything" (yeah right). From quirky finds to local treasures, Chickadee's nails it. And the staff? Warm, welcoming, and just the right mix of helpful without hovering. Honestly, it feels less like shopping and more like catching up with a fun friend who happens to have amazing taste. Bottom line: Chickadee's is THAT gift shop. Cute, clever, and full of surprises. Don't sleep on it, because your next perfect find is sitting pretty on one of those shelves.

From the owner: Chickadees Gift Shop in downtown Sturbridge is the place to go to get that "just right" gift or…read morehome accent. With an invitation to local crafters, we opened a one-room shop in 2011 in a charming colonial building on 425 Main Street. Yes, we have grown. Come in and enjoy a personal shopping experience as Sylvia, Melody, Dot and Linda are on hand to answer your questions.

I LOVE THIS STORE! It is a unique metaphysical store with a wide variety of items. I am a holistic…read morehealth counselor/practitioner. I appreciate the attention to selfcare options in this store. I am the author of, MYSTERY OF THE STURBRIDGE KEYS, subtitled, CHRISTMAS UNLOCKED. I am also the 2024 winner of the INTERNATIONAL IMPACT BOOK AWARDS for my 3-book series: 1) IN THEIR IMAGE AND LIKENESS, subtitled, UNIVERSAL WISDOM 2) MY RED BAG OF COURAGE, subtitled, SURVIVAL WISDOM 3) NATURE SPIRIT WISDOM, subtitled, LIGHT WITHIN THE ANGEL, MINERAL, PLANT, AND ANIMAL KINGDOMS. I was a finalist for the 2025 INTERNATIONAL IMPACT AUTHOR OF THE YEAR for my book, TRANSITIONING INTO THE AGE OF AQUARIUS, subtitled, AN ENLIGHTENING JOURNEY. My latest book, WISDOM FOR A HURTING WORLD, is now out. It is a compilation of 70 chapters from my blog, www.lindahourihan.wordpress.com, which is read in all 203 countries, territories, and protectorates in the world, and has 136,165 views as of today, 9/26/2026. I will be having a book signing for all my books on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m. at The Thrifty Gypsy, 531 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01518. I hope to see you there!

Repurposed Costco merchandise disguised as upscale, hand made artisan items. Bought small package…read moreof dog biscuits packaged to appear as handmade. Store personnel made statement as to "needing to make more" because they were such a popular item. Upon unwrapping boutique package I discovered they were just Kirkland brand items repackaged in such a way as to hide the brand name. Very disappointed and discouraged someone would do that. Shop is cute, people pleasant but I would not go back.

Peter makes wonderful, creative statues. He makes all kinds of statues for reasonable prices. Wide…read morevariety of statues and bird baths for the yard or garden. Service is great The owner of this shop is very friendly and helpful! We met him at a Renaissance faire in CT.

Awesome shop and awesome owner! Bought a lawn jockey from him and he was more then friendly and is…read moresuper careful with all his creations. Can't wait to check out the new location

This beautiful shop is located in a residential area a bit off the beaten path. There are works of…read moreart on display outside and inside, well labeled with prices. They have cases, berry bowls, outdoor decorations, and more. There are so many options, it can be difficult to find the ones that speak to you.

Beautiful hand crafted work! Great assortment of styles and fun colored glazes, great gifts both…read moredecorative or functional pieces! Fun to visit their tranquil out door patio like space filled with beautiful pottery items as well their large showroom space. I highly recommend stopping in and checking them out! Keep up the great work!

I've been coming here for years and they never disappoint. They have a huge variety of plants,…read moretrees, shrubs, planters, and hangers to choose from. This also includes herbs. Their prices are reasonable compared to the big stores that sell the same plants. Plus, their grounds are decorated nicely with two water ponds, it's so relaxing as you walk through the greenhouses deciding what you want.

First of all, I love the bicycles made into a fence line. When you think you've seen the end, you…read moresee another long line of them, all shapes, sizes, and colors. It made the visit more interesting. The gift shop is nice, and full of fun stuff for your green thumb friends. ( or you ) the greenhouse is full of life. It's stimulating but manageable, neat with interesting choices. I did venture outside for a quick minute. The property is profound and has a pond with what seemed to me to be outdoor shrubs for sale. If you are in the area, it's worth a stop!

I would highly recommend this place It has such great selections to choose from from rosaries to…read morependants to holy Bible in the

Lovely little primitives shop. A little bit of everything. Some furniture. Some florals, candles…read moreetc. A very good selection of curtains for your primitive/country home.

I have been shopping here for many years! I was a regular when the original owner was there. At…read morethat time the store was mostly primitives and I bought so many goodies over the years even a set of antique alphabet blocks which I adore! I have a large red rusty star and candles. The Handmaiden today has a new owner and she still has some primitives but it is mainly farmhouse decor. While I am a true lover of very prim pieces I came back to the new Handmaiden and the ladies are lovely and nice to chat with! I have since bought a few more things such as a small birdhouse and a lovely little Mason Jar nightlight. Still a places will come to look!