Love love love this little shop in Pennington, NJ. Did a lot of Christmas shopping here this year &…read morefavorite gift was the elephant pants hands down. They are they most comfortable pants I've ever owned!!! Love the support they give disabled artist & the community! Amazing local shop with big heart I promise you'll enjoy the shop & love the staff!!!

From the owner: CHANCE on Main is a for-purpose boutique featuring unique and irresistible finds--jewelry,…read moreclothing, handicrafts, stationery, housewares, specialty foods, and accessories--that support chances for an individual or a cause through meaningful work, earth-friendly and sustainable practices, and creativity. We celebrate social enterprise, handmade, organic, recycled and repurposed, fair trade, charitable, made in USA, and local. And we share the stories behind our featured wares, because the makers and their stories are as important as the products. One shopper describes Chance as a 'shop full of love.'

What a gem of a shop! Every inch is filled with high quality little treasures everywhere you look…read more This is definitely the place to go to find a unique gift, or to find a little something special for yourself.

This is a lovely little store, with jewelry, ceramics, some wonderful printed cards, stickers, and…read moreinteresting work by "artists and makers" (per their business card). There were some neat hats made from vintage sweaters, ornaments in the shape of New Jersey, lots of earrings. Nice merchandise. I couldn't resist and bought a couple of greeting cards, even though I don't know who one of them is for... Worth stopping if you're in Hopewell or anywhere in the area.

You can always fine the best, most unique gifts at twine. They are sure to have something for…read moreeveryone on your list, and probably yourself too! They offer gift wrapping and the workers are always super nice. I personally love the card section!

I've stopped by this place every time I need a gift for someone that is unique and catered to their…read moreinterests/personality. Can find things for people of all ages! Staff is so friendly and do a great job wrapping the gifts nicely for you too. Would definitely recommend checking them out!

This place is amazing! I was in search of a kayak rental to paddle along the Delaware river, and a…read morefew birthday gifts, so I wandered into The Black Sheep and its sister operation, Big Bear Gifts. The shop/outdoor rental place is in a barn across the road from the river and although it looks like a good size from the outside, I was blown away when I went in. Kayaks and bicycles can be rented by the day, and inner tubes and pumps purchased, taking care of river recreation needs. But allow a LOT of extra time for shopping in the rest of the store when you return your gear-- the rest of the 6,000 square feet of renovated barn is chock full of fun gifts, books, clothing, outdoor gear, backpacks, water shoes, jewelry, cute housewares and all sorts of upscale souvenirs to the point where I could have spent the entire day browsing. They also have a partnership with local nature organization supporting the Sourlands, so there is a good cause to support while shopping, and some interesting local guides available in the book section. In the age of internet retail, having a place like this to explore is priceless (although I think they also do internet sales and gift baskets too). Will definitely be back, hopefully very soon.

From the owner: When you need just the right gift or fun quirky product, The Black Sheep in Lambertville, NJ is the…read moreplace to visit. Browse our unique selection of gifts, novelties, and curiosities and get something special.

After reading some unfavorable reviews on TripAdvisor from 2025, I was a little worried about what…read morewe would encounter during our visit yesterday. As it turned out, the experience could not have been more positive! It's a beautiful and well-maintained property with ample parking. The alpaca stables (males in one, females in the other) were very clean, and the 26 alpacas are clearly loved and cared for. They were gorgeous, friendly, and healthy. The staff, mostly (if not all) volunteers, were lovely, from the young adult (late teens, early 20s) guides who accompanied us on the 20-minute walk with our assigned alpacas, to the senior ladies working in the gift shop. The gift shop has a wide range of lavender and alpaca wool products, as well as related themed products. I would up spending $36 on a variety of items, some of which were perfect, low-cost gifts. In response to the TripAdvisor complaints about items being "expensive," I found the prices to be reasonable and normal for homemade, hand-made, and locally sourced items, as well as for specialty items made elsewhere. I can't say enough positive things about the guides who accompanied my friend and I on the walk, and the young man who gave the entire group on our scheduled walk the preliminary background information about the alpacas and what we might expect on the walk. They did an excellent job and were very friendly and helpful. At the end of the walk they make time for pictures to be taken, and the animals seem to know the drill quite well because they obliged without a fuss on a very hot day. Overall I give this experience a 10 out of 10 and highly recommend it for all ages.

Such a great place. You can tell how much the alpacas are loved & how nice the workers are. Sadly…read morethe alpaca walk was sold out but I will def return to do it. The lavender shop has so many cute things. Great stop if you are in the area.

Pretty cool shop selling unique and handmade items from countries such as India, Tibet, &…read moreGuatemala. In this store you will find, jewelry, knitted items, incense, essential oils, candles, trinkets, decor, wood carvings, dream catchers, etc. The owner has been traveling the world for over 20 plus years and brings back many of these items to sell. She has established many coops in these countries and donates part of the profits. I was told this by the kind gentleman volunteer who was manning the store for her. There are many interesting items you can buy for yourself or give as inexpensive gifts. The prices here aren't too bad. There is a minimum of $10 for c.c. purchase. This store is hard to find as is tucked away in an alley on spring street. Even if not purchasing anything it's also a cool store to just to poke around.

I seriously love this place. I started going here in high school, and still go back every time i'm…read morein town. Very small shop, but packed with all kinds of amazing handcrafted jewelry, hippie-esque clothing and handbags, incense and spiritual items (i don't know how else to describe it!). In school, we were always annoyed at there "only 2 people under 18 allowed in at once" rule, but now as an adult, I see why. i honestly think this place helped me shape my whole "look" (if you can call it that) -- after buying numerous poison rings, boxes of Nag Champa, and hand woven purses there, i credit them for making me the pseudo-hippie i am today :) and while you're there, go 2 doors down to Chucks for some killer wings :) can't miss!

When someone was telling us about the Black Shed, I had no idea what to expect, as it sounded like…read morenothing I had ever heard of, and that was exactly what we encountered. The gem of a place was mainly a garden center with plants and flowers both inside and out. However, scattered amongst the branches and blossoms inside were a coffeeshop with homemade baked goods, cafe tables and lounge-like couches, a bar making drinks with freshly-grown herbs, and a shop with upscale home decor, kitchenware, and gourmet food products. Outside resembled an elegant rose garden with plenty of seating, as well as rotating food trucks and musicians. After we explored the grounds, we grabbed drinks from the bar (a herbaceous, citrusy mocktail for me and a cherry margarita for my companion) and sat outside among the flowers. It was a great experience at one of the coolest venues I had ever seen!

STOCKTON: the hippest garden center in the state is Black Shed and it is truly a unique…read moredestination by creating a magical space to shop, hang out, eat, and drink. We are so happy a nice couple told us about this place a couple of years ago and we finally made it and were blown away by the beautiful property. Everything you see as you explore is for sale and we love that they show off everything in a useful way amongst the property. You too can have a stunning outdoor space at your home with enhanced landscaping. The garden center sells plants, flowers, gardening tools, planters, baskets, structures, and so much more to make the garden of your dreams (check out the teepee!!). There is also a cafe serving up coffee, tea, pastries, with more options coming soon. We are letting the secret out, there is a hidden bar with a seasonal menu open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. And, if that wasn't enough, there are food trucks. Check their event schedule to see who will be there and for a live music list. Our photos and words do not do this special spot any justice, so go see it for yourself.

Coming out of a recent doctor's appointment next door, I decided to check out Homestead, not really…read moreknowing what to expect. The outside is very dark and exudes an enigmatic, upscale vibe leading me to conclude that they either trade in $1,500 pieces of decorative driftwood or... some incredibly unique home furnishings and bespoke design services. The truth is - probably both. Needless to say I was intrigued. The focus of the store runs the design gamut but features a very modern take on minimalist design which is my thing and had me wondering how many convenience stores I'd have to knock over to buy my way in. Seriously, Homestead is a one of a kind in the area meaning, I'll have return with my better half to browse and partake. Uniqueness and style is always a winner. Five easy stars. That 7-11 down the street looks like an easy mark...

Will not be shopping here. Came in looking for the tea place. Parking was a little unclear, parkwd…read morein front of this sign then moved before homestead was open in between two cars. I was told I shouldn't park there. Ron M (as identified from his yelp business owner responses) was rude and condescending. Matcha place was great though. Ron, be a little kinder to others. I also saw chip and Joana Gaines on your stuff. Congrats that's great. But you should do some research on Murr. Not a good representative of business either

As soon as I walked in here I felt peace. The space is beautiful and has an incredible energy and…read morethe items are so lovingly curated. I saw so many cool items and any time I would ask Jessica (the owner) about one of them she knew the exact story behind it. It's easy to see that she has been very intentional about every little detail and it shows. I'm 0% surprised that this won Best of Philly 2022!