Great selection and great customer service. I stopped here while I was in town for Polkafest and…read morepurchased a USA hoodie and a few trinkets. I also love the plants outside the shop, they look beautiful.

Really a beautiful shop. They have everything you could possibly need for any kind of entertaining…read more Lovely outdoor garden area, lovely floral and tchotchkes for your garden.

What are cute little store. Lots of things in there that you might not find someplace else. There…read morewas even a bumper sticker that said I break for thrift stores! I think it's definitely worth the stop.

Love love love this adorable store! The owners are a delight Alisson's original art work is…read morebeautiful and there are lots of cute things in the store that she and her mom have curated. I've gotten some gifts there as well as some things for myself. Home decor, art supplies, stationary, planters, greeting cards, and stickers. Make sure to stop in if you are on Monroe Street or in the area.

A true Madison gem! This lovely shop has the perfect blend of thoughtful gifts, useful kitchen…read moretools, and little ways to "treat yourself"! I probably visit this shop every couple of months and rarely leave empty handed! The thoughtfully curated and well organized candle department is usually my first stop. Lots of variety, a recent favorite is the "supper club" collection. Lots of classic Wisconsin themes! There are gifts for all ages, from infant toys and books to puzzles and cooking kits. The kitchenware is an impressive range, everything you need to expand your skills, store your goodies, or spice up your presentation. Basically, you have to stop in-it's totally worth it! Also, the wonderful staff have gone above and beyond to create a safe and protective shopping experience during this crisis. Please respect them, give space and keep those masks over your nose!

I used to LOVE this store. Adorable and eclectic gifts, great location, pretty darn charming. In…read morethe past, my experiences with the employees were also pretty darn charming, or at least satisfactorily neutral. The last time I was in the store, however, I was made to feel chastised and unwelcome, and while I recognize that this is a very personal response to an impersonal slap down, it left me feeling so stung that I doubt I'll return. What happened was this: I needed a new pair of reading glasses, and I'd gotten the most adorable Peepers from this store in the past. It was 5:50pm, and I saw on their door sign that they closed at 6pm. Great! I thought. I'll pop in and grab a pair. Immediately upon entering, one employee said, "You know we close in ten minutes." "Got it! I'll be quick!" I replied. I went to the rack of glasses, considered a few pairs, and checked the fit in the little mirror on the rack. In that little mirror, I could see the employee behind me, who was frowning and rolling her eyes in exasperation, mouthing to her fellow employees on the other side of the room that , "No, not yet, she's still here." Yikes, I thought, checking my watch. It was 5:55pm, so I chose a pair and went to the register. One last thing--I wanted to get an e-cloth, a product a different employee had recommended to me the last time I was there. I mentioned this to the employee as she grouchily said, "Will that be all?" She huffed, "Well, the e-cloths are in a different part of the store." She strode off, and I said, "Any one will do!" She said, "No, just come pick the one you want." She proceeded to lead me to a section of wash cloths and sink cleaning scrubby brushes? When I explained that no, I was looking for a microfiber cloth to clean the lenses of the glasses with, and that they used to be stocked at the register, she huffed again and said, "Well, they're not anymore, are they? Also, we're just about to close...?" I bought the glasses, walked out the door, and checked my watch. 5:59pm. But golly, those nine minutes I spent in their store, encroaching on what I assume was their rush to be done and escape their pesky customers, left a bad taste in my mouth that nine days later still hasn't left. Which is a bummer. As I said, I really liked that store. Problem is, the cutest merchandise in the world can't make up for poor customer service.

Such an interesting and beautiful spot in downtown Mount Horeb. We were greeted by a very friendly…read morefellow who let us take our time browsing despite it being close to closing time. I wanted to bring everything home, the work is so beautiful. My husband and I each bought small boxes and thanked the gentleman for sharing the time with us. This is definitely a great place to find beautiful and unique gifts (even for yourself!).

The Rusty Raven is a quirky, eclectic store and taproom with literally something for everyone. Need…read morea cool puzzle, check. Need a kitschy t-shirt, check. Need a traditional felted Tyrolean hat, they've got you covered. We had a great time wandering around the store and collecting a few items that made us happy. On our exploration, we discovered the well stocked tap room in the back of the store and enjoyed a long Thursday "off season" conversation at the bar with the owner, John. This conversation was only made better with a guided tour of the well decorated bathroom and some serious kitten time with the two rescued shop kittens in residence, Shark and Sardine. The Rusty Raven did not disappoint and should absolutely be a destination on your next trip to New Glarus!

Whoever stocks the merchandise in this store shares a bit of my sense of humor, because several of…read morethe items made me laugh. Even better, the place is named the Rusty Raven AND they had an Edgar Allan Poe t-shirt with a raven on it...just not in my size. They had some antiques sprinkled in with a lot of new merchandise (stickers, mugs, coonskin koozies, greeting cards, books, games, magnets, bags, and wallets). They also had some candy including candy cigarettes and cold beverages, plus a side room where some people were hanging out and having some drinks. There was a lot of stuff packed into the little shop, and it's worth a stop.

The sweetest little shop in front of the mill. It's small, but adorable. So many sweet things in…read morethere that you could purchase to remember your trip to Paoli Wisconsin.

If you are visiting Verona or downtown Madison, be sure to check out the Purple Goose, a secret gem…read moreof a shop. Halley and her colleagues offer individual care and excellent customer service, plus lots of creativity and ideas. As an example, Halley knew I was looking for a dress for a special occasion. She helped me check out several options, and then several days later, emailed me a photo of another dress that came to the shop that I might want to consider. That's what I call going above and beyond! The shop is full of hip, reasonably-priced women's clothing that you might see in NYC or LA. It's the perfect place to pick up a gift for a girlfriend, with lots of cool jewelry, handbags and accessories. Much of the jewelry is locally made. Be sure to check out the kid clothing and toys upstairs. My brother and sister in law traveled from Chicago for a visit, and swung by the Goose for a gift for my daughter - they also were very impressed with this fun, hip shop and my daughter loves the wooden toy pizza they gave her. The Purple Goose also is committed to giving back to the community - another great quality.

Visiting from Boston, my friend and I made a day trip to New Glarus' Octoberfest. During our trip,…read moreI had the opportunity to visit this cute, quaint shop and loved it! The decor, the vibe, the fragrances, all were pleasing to the senses. I purchased this 3-wick patchouli metal candle and was so happy to place it in my bedroom back home.

Hutch and Hide is an unexpected find in Swiss-themed New Glarus. They've been open about a year and…read morereplaced a Christmas store on the main drag. Inside, you'll find upscale houseware, gifts and a section in back of children's clothing and accessories. There's even a smattering of cool vintage stuff here and there - like a giant bingo number board salvaged from a local church. The owners grew up in the area and moved back to start the business which is cool. So all you hipsters who just finished up a tour at New Glarus, head in in for that perfect piece to display in your downtown condo.

Whether you own a baking business or you are making cupcakes for a friend, Vanilla Bean is one of…read morethe best places in Madison to find everything you need. Their selection is better than any big box store (including the nearby Joann) and they have the boxes/packing for all your needs. I started my baking company a year ago and Vanilla Bean has been everything I wanted and needed. They keep a stock for all the upcoming holidays and have a wall of cookie cutters of everything you could possibly imagine. Then they have cake and cupcake toppers and plastic characters for parties and milestones also ok that wall. They have a huge selection of flavors and food coloring -- both are highest quality. Their gel colors have been my saving grace! Also, all of their tools, accessories, little things you can use are available. It makes this an awesome place to explore for any baking enthusiast. When I was in the State fair, Vanilla Bean had the cake dummies (styrofoam) I needed and at cheaper prices than Joann or online. They also have all the boxes and cake rounds for the bases that you could need. They also have pans for shaped cakes and characters. It's one of my favorite places in Madison -- go visit!

Great service and products for over Twenty five years!!! Jane,Cindy( no longer there),Joyce…read morethey are all awesome.They will help you bring your cake/dessert vision to life!!!