What incredible service, Jenny helped me with choosing my first fountain pen and ink. She took her…read moretime answering all my questions, and even gave her recommendations. I was able to try different nibs, that's not a service you get from big box stores. Here at Paper Mouse, you feel like you're talking with a friend, they really make you feel valued as a customer. Shopping inside the store is like stepping back in time, before large corporations took over. Just browsing is an experience in itself. I highly recommend!

I was in Boston for a weekend and had looked up stationary stores online and this shop came up. I…read morelooked at pictures and decided to check it out. So glad I did. It's a small shop, but it was very cute. They had all kinds of stationary supplies. I have a TN regular and passport so I wanted to get some refills, they also had some hobonichi notebooks and covers as well. They had a bunch of different kinds of pens, washi tapes, stickers, stencils, etc... definitely worth a stop. I also got a TWSBI fountain pen that I wanted and they had it there! Was so happy about that. Got ink for my new pen, they had different brands and colors of ink as well. The employee in the shop was really nice and helpful.

I've shopped here many times. Awesome place for gifts. Today I treated myself, and purchased…read morehedgehog measuring cups. So adorable! Actually using for an appetizer station. So many quality items, not overly expensive. Incredible sale area, merchandise from bright and colorful to muted and relaxing. Service is excellent thank you to the owner and coworker. I always enjoyed my time there.

this is the perfect shop to get cute things! I am so happy that I discovered this store on one of…read moremy walks - it is such good quality items with a good price point as well. this is my new go-to place for seasonal decor to make my home cute. I can't wait to give all my friends little gifts from here. The owner is so nice and helpful and makes the experience even better than it already is. probably my new favorite place to shop for home items :) I recommend following their instagram to stay in touch with the new items they get

This is the perfect gift store with something for everyone. The owner (and everyone who works…read morethere) is kind and helpful. My daughter loves the selection of Jellycats. I'm so happy we have a place like this in town.

Despite the amazing merchandise, the store owner is so rude that the store overall isn't worth it…read more Much better places nearby with more deserving owners!!

I guess for the past decade I've walked by this shop without even a second thought. On this…read moreparticular day (while we were waiting in line for Lizzie's) my little one saw frogs and pigs (handcrafted decorations) outside of the store so we decided to go in- we are so glad that we did. Taylor is simply wonderful and she welcomed us into the store. My son said that it was like a dream for him as he was met with a ton of frog trinkets and cool items that peaked his interest. The price was more than reasonable and the selection is phenomenal! Taylor was so sweet and allowed us to be there a little bit later bc my son was so fascinated with their frog selections, so we ended up with a very original card ( I do not think you can get this on other online establishments) and a frog puppet. We appreciate Taylor and the selected rarer items in this store- we will definitely be back!

I stop in whenever I'm in the area. I always find something fun and/or special. This week a catnip…read moretoy my cat will not put down much fun!

Found this local florist from across the country and glad that I did. Sent a sympathy bouquet that…read morehit the spot within my budget. Love shopping local not local!!

Jenna took my call and did such a perfect job of taking down my ideas about what I was imagining…read morefor my Aunt Rita. She understood my vision of apricots and blushes, saying aloud that she knew I wanted "soft pastel colors" rather than "bold vivid colors." When I mentioned the names of certain flowers I did want: Peony, Ranunculous, Roses, she mentioned that she had a staff member ready to go shop for them the morning of the delivery. I also told her I did not want bright green leaves, rather the antique green of the eucalyptus plant, and she got that too. I did not want any carnations blooms because they would drift into the shabby chic arena. As far as the value for the money, I did ask that the arrangement not exceed $100. Jenna did that, but then of course the taxes and delivery went above (so like $119). That was still okay with me. For as beautiful as this looks, I'd say that it is on the small side, yet a perfect LOOK and a perfect DESIGN experience. I see now there is a surprise Anemone bloom. I'm quite satisfied. My aunt is very happy with it. The florist even sent me a photo and of course the photo on the table is my Aunt Rita's.

What a charming little store, tight and cramped because its tiny and full of lovely things to buy…read more The staff is VERY knowledgeable and helpful, so proud of all the beautiful things they carry. It is impossible to walk in and not buy something. I picked up some lovely paper placemats at a great price and so beautiful. Made #granniehudsoneatsout (aka grannie yelpie!) very happy indeed!

Amazing selection and the staff are so kind and helpful. I left with a present that is just…read moreperfect in every way - interesting, useful, priced appropriately, and wrapped to perfection!

Kudos to Curate for braving the pandemic and bringing a new gift shop to Cushing Square at a…read morechallenging time! It's conveniently located in the heart of the Square near Savino's, Ovenbird, and the Spirited Gourmet, my other favorite neighbor businesses. Curate is a bright little shop with a variety of classy and fun gifts, stationary, and home items that change with the seasons. I usually pop in to buy a card and a chat with the owner. I've found gifts for hosts, housewarmings, and occasions in between. I especially like their candle selection, many of which are soy based. They carry amazing scents from a small business in Rhode Island, with candles and lotions that smell exactly like the seashore. After a cousin fell in love with one of them, I bought a bagful at the end of the season clearance to treat relatives to a scent party. They also carry British Christmas crackers when in season (like now!). These are so hard to find! The crackers (beautiful wrapped cylinders that pop open when pulled to reveal little gifts) delighted my family when I brought them to our holiday gatherings last year. (Note that crackers contain a tiny amount of gunpowder and technically can't go on a flight, something I had tried before...!) Curate's products tend towards the classy side with mid to higher prices to match. Sometimes I just go to poke around and see what's new. They have some baby gifts and customized items for Belmont and Watertown, but if you want a wider selection, I would go elsewhere. The owner has also kindly offered to order things that I couldn't find directly in the shop, but I haven't tried that option yet.

I found a very thoughtful selection of gifts and items I wanted for myself at Curate. The…read moreshopkeeper was personable and friendly but not intrusive. I look forward to seeing what other treasures are offered from this shop.

I have walked by here many times, but when I finally went in it was a surprising fantastic gift…read moreshop. It has lots of interesting items, like the very best gift shop you would get in a place like Cape Code. They have, for example, very good cocktail mixes, air plants, kits to cook things like pretzels or fermented hot sauce, interesting kitchen gadgets, and very pretty home decor items like cutting boards and ornaments. Also quite a few interesting games and a lot of aromatherapy and scented candle things. They carry Needham specific items too, like tea towels that say "Real Housewives of Needham" and nice things too. They also sells a lot of vinyl floor coverings, which are also far nicer than you would expect. I might get one as a table covering. A great small business and a great place for gift or holiday shopping.

Whenever I need a hostess gift, or a corporate gift, or anything special, Pura Vida is my first…read morestop. In fact, now I buy the gift I came in for, and something for myself. This last time in, I purchased a beautiful pine candle as my hostess gift, and a lovely Needham Christmas ornament for me. Win-win!

Smile from cheek to cheek. I met the owner at the farmers market and I ended up deciding to get the…read morewhite balsamic vinegar which I've never had before with Meyer lemon and a Greek olive oil. I just had a little salad with micro greens that are bitter,green pear,snap peas and green onions. Nothing fancy. I drizzled on my new products... OMG GAME CHANGER! Wow! It was like it was sweet. It was tart. It tasted like a Restaurant quality. I'm so thrilled that I get to have this as many times as I want thank you. I don't remember your name the owner but wow I hit the mother lode with this purchase never been so happy, eating a salad.

I stopped by this store one day this week since I happened to be in the area. Upon entering I was…read moreimmediately greeted by one of the owners, who was very welcoming and said to ask him if I had any questions. As the name implies, the store's speciality is olive oil, and you can sample a wide variety of oils and vinegars. If that's not your forte, don't worry because the store has plenty more to offer. I spent a long time just browsing the store because it's beautifully arranged. Even though it's fairly small, they make good use of the space. You can get locally made ice cream and honey, as well as kitchenware imported from all over the world. I found a very cute Christmas gift for my mom. There also sell cheeses, spices, teas, hot sauces - a lot more than I can list. Easily accessible whether you're driving or using public transit. There's street parking in many places along Beacon Street and the shop is right next to the Summit Avenue stop on the C branch of the Green Line.