I love hand made items and supporting local artists. Locally crafted has a variety of handcrafted…read morepieces for sale. They have everything from jewelry to scarves, kitchen accessories, and beautiful cutting boards. Service was stellar. I had a nice lady working today, who checked the price on a teacher sign, I fell in love with. There were cute dog potholders and some Maryland kitchen items with cute little crabs and the Maryland emblem. Prices were pretty reasonable considering these were specialty items that were handcrafted. I am still thinking about my teacher sign. But, I will definitely go back to select one of a kind gifts for those I love.

Shop local! This shop is so cute! Multiple local artist items for sale and they rotate every few…read moremonths! Definitely check it out if you want to support your local artists.

I was out looking for Mother's Day gifts. I didn't want the usual gifts of candy or flowers, so I…read morestopped in Appalachian Spring. They have a variety of artist pieces, all under one roof. There are beautiful colored glass sculptures,candy dishes, and serving pieces. I thought they were stunning. There were beautiful wooden boxes with engraving in the cover of the box. There was gorgeous clocks, that made me think of my son, and his clock collection. They have jewelry, scarves, and clothing for sale. The salespeople were very nice and offered assistance. The only reason I took one star off was the price. I understand that these are probably one of a kind pieces, but paying between$500 - thousands of dollars, made it unreachable for me. I really appreciate the artwork and hope that people who can, will support this business. They have beautiful, one of a kind gifts.

wonderful place to find gifts at various prices. Found things for men and children as well as…read morewomen. Staff is helpful and respectful. A great place.

Eduardo and his mother opened this family owned business on 1/1/25. The staff are very sweet and…read morehappy to be there. The shop had an array of consigned and vintage clothes, but also some scrubs, candles, and coffee options. They also had a great little sitting area with board games if you want to chill out for a few minutes. They are located in the same plaza where Solider fit was previously. It's very close to Thai house and flower hill plaza. This is a great shop that is focused on community and elevating others. Loved the vibe and the family that runs it.

Cute shop, customer service was good but I'm giving it 3 stars because they are really only curated…read moreto a certain size(s). Unfortunately, I do not fit that size. I wish I could've found some of the items that I found in my size.

Super-cute store with loads of really nice things 'packed' into a space that feels airy and has…read morethat real Med. Sea vibe (I know, because I grew up close to there.) Awesome hand lotions, hair perfumes, Turkish towels (I got a great grape [okay, just plain purple] and pink one that's got teal on the other side -- just beautiful and so soft, ooh, what luxury! Turkish towels are awesome because they take up less space and dry far more quickly than other, thicker towels, so of course they end up both smelling much better and being a lot more hygienic. The orange-scented hand lotion is super-luxe, too, with a rich creamy feel and excellent scent. I got the amber hair perfume. The rugs are really nice, with just enough texture balanced together with softness and sturdiness all together in one piece -- and there is an amazing selection of different colours of these area rugs available, all rolled up nicely in a cool basket. Speaking of baskets, they've got them! The baskets have a real beachy vibe and would be perfect for a day (or a week, or more!) at the beach. They're real sturdy and stand up well on their own, unlike some other floppier baskets or of course beach bags out there .... The baskets are also really good for shopping, too. There are cookbooks, fun cooking and cleaning supplies such as the never-before-seen-by-me ravioli-shaped sponges and oh-so-many things to explore, I wouldn't want to ruin it for you by telling you more! The person I encountered was super-helpful, friendly, nice, accommodating, etc. The parking is plentiful (At least it was when I was there.), and if you like pretty, flowery things, there is also a lovely gardening center just steps away ... plus lots of other stuff nearby to explore in Kensington! Very glad I stopped by! Only thing is: it's closed on Mondays. Oh, and I love the name, too! Olive & Loom -- even the name has texture and beauty in it .... A very 'Yay' type of find, indeed! Just lovely. :-)

Olive and Loom is a good retailer. The owner, Ferzan, is honest and fair…read more I had a good experience, and would buy from her again. Recommended...

This place is really cool and fun to go to (not to mention easy to combine with trips to other…read morerelated places such as Pike Kitchen's bevy of yummy offerings nearby!), filled with super-cute plush, stationery -- and best of all for me, art supplies! I love being able to buy Japanese markers, brushes, and other mark-making tools in a great variety of colours. I also got a soft orange flower barrette that I use as a decoration on my orange shirt. They have notebooks, folders, stickers, character-shaped lamps, and just all manner of fun cuteness! I'm a regular!

Nice little K-pop shop. Didn't have the albums I was looking for, but my friend found stuff…read more Employees are nice and very helpful. Somw things are reasonably priced.

A very cute shop selling new books as well as low priced used books. They also have a wonderful…read moreselection of gifts. It's a very cozy place with lots of nooks and comfortable seats to read in. The owners are truly lovely people and I wish them much success with this shop. I have already done some of my Christmas shopping there.

Cozy and friendly atmosphere that made me excited to read--which is exactly what bookstores should…read moredo! I love the idea of the children's lending library. This is a welcome addition to the community.

This is a really nice, bright, well-organized small-yet-large space with a whole lot of selection…read morein looks and media. You can find cool jewelry, ceramics (including chopstick bowls!), paintings, greeting cards, and other things for your body, walls, tables, etc. Great place to come find a gift for a friend, family member, or yourself! The visual appeal of this place enhances the area around it -- even if you don't go in, just the sign is so cool-looking! That -- and, of course, the promise of art inside! -- is what drew me in .... Of course, it's not just the aesthetic that is inviting, but also the people found within. I was greeted warmly and bought my cute card easily. In addition to being a place to see a showcase of locally-made art, there are also classes to be had and things to be learned here! Again, even if you don't attend a class, coming here can -- and mostly likely will! -- inspire you in many ways, including possibly getting you to want to make art of your own, giving you great, accessible ways to enhance your life with more artistry all around! It's a place to peruse when you have the time ... or just 'pop in' and still pick out something really cool when you don't! All-around awesome place! :-D

I noticed that this gallery is now open in Downtown Crown so my wife and I decided to drop by…read more There is a terrific selection of art in a variety of media including paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewelry and small treasures. We were really impressed by the diversity of mediums, including some techniques we have never seen before. Everything is made by local artists, and I feel there is something in this store for every taste. Furthermore the staff were very helpful, and were artists themselves!

If you are looking to finally learn to knit or crochet, this is the place for you!…read more They have everything your YARNing heart could desire and they have classes and safaris to boot! I took the "Mistakes" class and it was so super helpful! It was a small group so it was easy to get one on one attention and.m the instructor was just so knowledgeable and patient that it was well worth the money!!! And if you just need a place to hold you accountable to knit regularly (like I do) they have "safaris" these are basically knitting circles where there is an instructor to answer questions and you go at your own pace and work on your own projects. I really like the location of this place too...walking distance to a coffee shop and the County liquor store depending on what you like drink while you knit or crochet!

There aren't too many choices for yarn shops in the DC metro area; I found WoolWinders by accident,…read moreafter I taken a hiatus of about 40 years from crocheting. I went into the store & Louise could not have been nicer or more helpful. She fixed me up right away with a beautiful yarn & right size needle to make a hat for my granddaughter as my first project, despite her being primarily a knitter. She also told me about a wonderful woman who works there and teaches classes on crochet (which I took and am taking). Since that time I have been to the store numerous times and ALL of the saleswomen are gracious and helpful. They have a great selection of yarns and expertise when you need it!