I had the chance to revisit Kestrel, and it's just as beautiful as I remember it, if not more. I…read morealso love that they let us bring our little pup into the store! Immediately when you walk in, you will feel a sense of warmth and good vibes come over you (greenery just does that for me). This is such a wonderful little store. Their focal point is obviously their plants and succulents-- they have a gorgeous selection of mini/succulent babies, air plants, vases and more. They still feel a little pricey compared to the ones I buy in Cleveland, but the store itself is so unique, that if I lived in Northampton, I'd probably purchase exclusively from here. Having visited Northampton a few times now, no trip would be complete without a stop to Kestrel. It's a great place to buy a gift or something special for yourself. They also have modern/dainty jewelry, baby gifts, and high-quality coffee table books. It seems as if they are constantly curating and adding to their collection of lovely items! The staff is always super friendly and helpful and always buzzing with customers. Love!

No greeting...treated like a nuisance when I commented on the lovely items in the shop. Rude and…read moresnooty! I will never give them my business.

I visited Sticks and Bricks for the first time yesterday. I have wanted to go in for a couple of…read moreyears, but they are always closed when I am around. If I lived in Noho, I'm sure I would have visited sooner. I recommend familiarizing yourself with their hours before expecting that they are open. I am giving this 5 stars for the following reasons: consistent aesthetic locally-made items repurposed items variety of prices unique That said, I would love to see the store expand their offerings a bit. I walked out with a couple of antique glass bottles, a hand-painted watercolor card (only $3!!!), and a few skeleton keys. My daughter liked the place a lot and liked the owner who popped herself out from working in the back when we needed to ask questions. She was quirky and charming and it's good to see a craftsperson (artist) working at what they do. I liked that you had a view into the work shop area. We will be back.

Sticks & Bricks in Northampton, MA is a treasure. Everything they make tells a story. They…read moreepitomize the unique style of the area--rustic & charming, reclaimed & transformed. They have a custom furniture service, so whatever you can dream up for your house or garden can be built for you--from kitchen hutches to tables to sideboards to custom shelving. We just bought our first house and wanted a showpiece farm table for the dining room. It was the first piece of furniture that we have ever custom-ordered. We were amazed with the result. Liz totally "got" our design and style perfectly. Not only is the farm table EXACTLY what we wanted (7'ft long...seats ten ppl easily), it was literally half the price of West Elm tables. AND she made it for us with reclaimed wood a local grain mill. Major bonus. They are local business that really cares about the community.

What a wonderful store filled with creative pieces of art to adorn one's home or body! Jewelry,…read morehome decor, pottery and so many other wonderful items...a fantastic place to find an unusual gift for someone that might be difficult to shop for. I walked away with a really neat tie for my dad made by a local artist. There were several other items in there that I had my eye on, but I'm in the process of downsizing at home since I really have everything that I need (and more!). Delightful staff. Delightful shop.

Every day I have my morning coffee in a mug I got at Pinch some 15 or more years ago. I pop in…read morewhenever I am in Northampton, and always walk out with something unique. I've always found the staff to be friendly but not pushy, and they can provide a complete backstory on the artists. Over the years I've bought wine openers, wallets, jewelry, lighting, and of course, pottery.

Went in a week ago not looking for anything specific. My eyes fell on a kitchen "cart" and I knew I…read morehad to have it. An item like this would be nearly double the price elsewhere (I had been hunting for one for years). Discussion about delivery vs. hauling out ourselves resulted in my not purchasing it on the spot. Was so thrilled to learn the cart was still available a week later so I went in to snap it up. Delivery still not certain, so my daughter drove over and loaded it into her SUV. I am so pleased with it. Items that were being stashed inconveniently are now in easy reach. And I like the look. Great store. Reasonable prices for fun yet useful items from furniture to clothing to toys. This will always be my go-to when I decide I need/want something. Vintage Pyrex next!

Super fun, cool store with 2 floors of vintage treasures~ a bit of everything. Nice service,…read morepleasant and engaging. Definitely worth the trip.

My now-husband and I drove from Boston out to Northampton, MA to purchase our wedding rings at the…read moreDon Muller gallery. After being disappointed time and again by jewlers in Boston that were too busy to really care about us, meeting Don was a total dream come true. Not only was he having a trunk show of our favorite designer (Alex Sepkus), but he was also able to offer us some excellent suggestions for a "dorky" ring for my chemist husband. We walked out of the store feeling fully understood, appreciated, and completely excited about our purchases! They specialize in sophisticated-whimsy! This is the place to go if you want someone to really pay attention to your preferences and style.

This place is wonderful. Its a great place to find gifts or some new decor for your home. Also, it…read morecarries a wide array of fine jewelry that is designed by local artists. They also do custom pieces. A sure fire place to look for an engagement ring...

100% recommendation for Fly By Night!!! From our initial visit to the purchase, and ESPECIALLY the…read moredelivery!! Yes, the delivery. Delivery team of Matt & Felix went above and beyond expectations. When the sofa we purchased didn't fit through the front door, they hoisted it up to our second floor balcony and through the door and into position. I was pleased beyond belief. They didn't do the easy thing which would be returning it to the warehouse and having us reselect...we got exactly what we wanted delivered without a hitch. FOR THAT ALONE, I highly recommend Fly By Night. I hope they know how invaluable these guys are!!

Chandra at Fly By Night is the BEST! We went in knowing we wanted new living room furniture but…read morehadn't made any decisions about the colors, style or how many pieces. We gave Chandra a room plan and she went to work. She showed us many suggestions after she got to know our style. We just sat back and she did all the work for us! She is so wonderful! We went back many times to ask for her suggestions (we sort of drove her crazy) and she was always happy to help us. I feel like we are old friends now because she took the time to get to really know us! Chandra always has a smile on her face and is very upbeat. Her energy is contagious! Needless to say we LOVE all of our new furniture! We are so happy that we are now buying new dining room furniture! We have found our forever place to buy furniture at Fly By Night!

OK, I came shopping here one time. They sell a lot of cozy socks for people who like to jam their…read morestinky-winky feet into sum soft sole cradlers. They also sell eclectic home gadgets and meaningless doodads like: ashtrays, sheer curtains + Hydro Flasks. Gulp! If you are fashionable, you could probably shop here, Bob. Do you like baggy corduroy pants with 40"-wide leg openings, Bob? If so, they sell 'em at Urban Outfitters. Jump into da corduroys, Bobby! Go! Go! go.  Pricing was fairly high for...well, everything in the store. Yes, most transactions at this store require a 50 dollar bill or larger. (But not all things, Harriet. For instance; one Mitchell & Ness MLB Los Angeles Dodgers Logo Dad Hat is only $35, before taxation.) The staff was staffing and such. Like, I saw them around -- but idk if they were in the mood to chat + mix n mingle. The store also sells kewl things that are kewl n retro -- like a Dr. Dre record. Dre used to really crank out the hits, eh? Urbies was a neat stop to enjoy! Shop here for fashion needs + non-fashion needs (disco balls, etc.). Hope u had a gud vday.

I'm a little surprised that Northampton allows Urban Outfitters, the big bad chain store, to stick…read morearound right in the middle of town. Urban Outfitters is an eclectic mix of merchandise though. It suits this town. Big nice location in what I think is an old bank or government building? Right in the middle of town. Who doesn't love Urban Outfitters even though I'm getting a little old for it!

We enjoyed the Marketplace's unusual cafe and had Matcha and Golden milk--the most amazing…read moreselections when you don't feel like coffee. Both were lattes, well-made and delicious. Where can you find golden milk! We will be back. Since we were in the Marketplace in Northampton, we discovered the Olive Oil vendor across from the cafe, and decided to do a tasting. We were treated with such hospitality, that what started as a whim, became a purchase. We actually loved the tastings of both the oils and balsamic vinegars, and decided to take advantage of the special so we got a bargain. I opted for the fig balsamic--my fav, and for the tasting, was delighted. It isn't as sweet as the ones I've had before, but it is acceptable. I do think I should try some others. We really enjoyed the shopping, tasting, and European feel of the whole Marketplace environment. It is a treat.

So gorgeous and affordable for the most uniques and stunning items for your home. I am so thrilled…read moreto be in the store every time I go there.

It seems that there are two different stores, one that sells home goods and gifts, and then the…read moreFashion/clothes store. This review is about the Clothes store. I needed a dress, and while I could've gotten something at marshalls or burlington, I wanted something well made that didn't look cheap. Something unique, and I found what I wanted here. Good quality fabric, well made womens attire that looked great and got me compliments. The best part of it was that they had a sale section that made my shopping experience very affordable so I walked out of there with two dresses! Staff was helpful, and I know this is going to be a place I shop at every time I visit.

Ooh this place was so cute! We visited the home goods section and I loved looking around for gifts…read more I ended up finding some great ones in the clearance sections, which were scattered around the store on the outside shelves. My friend picked up some nice bowls and a few other items, and I came away with a book, some air fresheners, a pack of car stickers, and a puzzle, all for about $10. What a deal! I only wish I would've picked up a few more items. The cashiers were friendly and efficient. I would recommend this shop for anyone looking to buy gifts or items for themselves!

One of the things that makes Northampton, well, Northampton, is Essentials. I started shopping at…read moreEssentials almost twenty years ago, and it's been a staple of my quirky life ever since. It's changed hands twice in my awareness, and just keeps getting better and better with age. This is a design-focused, design-heavy shop, and there are things I can pretty much only get AT Essentials; for instance, they've got a cut-to-custom-length ribbon bar, and some of that ribbon is vintage, and my absolute favorite is the hand-dyed silk. Also, they've got the best collection of Tintin and other European character favorites (like Barbapapa and Babar) this side of the pond. Oh, and the staff is wonderful. Knowledgable, friendly, thoughtful, and creative. Over the years, the cast of characters has changed, but it's always top-shelf. One giant boon: they've helped me put together a gift in no time, saving my bacon on numerous occasions! On a typical day, you can find stationery of all kinds, the indier the better; dishware; rubber stamps; intriguing books (think Chronicle); bath goods; bags of all shapes, sizes, and purposes; clothes and scarves; eight million things for kids, from blankies to onesies to stuffed alligators; jewelry; small home goods; special pens; DIY kits; custom furniture; large sheets of beautiful artisan paper; and a ton of things I'm forgetting. And one other thing about Essentials I am not forgetting, but which I saved for last, because it's my favorite. Essentials has an in-house design and print studio. And they also work with a select group of indie designers and printers who create everything from business cards to party invites. Here is where Colette, the current owner, really freaking shines, in my opinion. There was one thing I wanted when it came time to get married. One. Thing. That one thing was letterpress wedding invitations from Essentials. Colette took us from beautiful nebulous idea to flawlessly-executed product without ever breaking a sweat. I don't know if you've ever worked with people who are about to get married, but we are not always the most poised, cool-headed, or unflappable of people; Colette sat us down in the big comfy chairs and made sketches and phone calls, and really made our family feel like we were the only people in the entire world. Go see what I'm talking about - our invitation is probably still hanging in its golden-framed, green-paper-backed glory. Nearly four thousand miles away now, and I'm still bouncing in my chair as I look forward to my next trip to Essentials, whenever it may be.

I like this store and their merchandise. The prices are high, as the merchandise is of a high…read morequality. However their store policies are not up par with many upscale stores. We received a lovely gift of several girls garments, however we have a male child. The store manager, who did not have the courage to call us, rather made a sales associate do their work, informed us without a receipt we can not get a store credit. So wonderful Essentials, you made some money from this sale, but you lost a lot more revenue from this here shopper.