Visual Addict is the kind of shop that you can get lost in & dream about what your perfect home…read morewould be like if you could afford to deck it out with some of the beautiful wares that this shop sells. It's not overly expensive as gift & homewares go but most of there products would be a considered purchase for myself, but then again I am a rather frugal spender at times!!! On this my first visit I picked up a lovely candle once I'd smelled my way through the plethora of ones they had to offer. I think Visual Addict is well worth a browse if you're in Essendon.

Tucked away from the bustle of Sydney road is the no car traffic street of Sparta. A little oasis…read moreof small unique stores, cafe, and artists hangout. The design store sits here, and sells a range of handmade kids clothes, blankets and other crafts. They also stock amazing Marimekko collection and small collections from independent jewellers, cards, and other things. It's a lovely little shop that you will surprisingly spend Way too much time in.