I admit that when I'm in tramp casual attire I do look a bit like a raging homicidal maniac or, at…read morethe very least, a pickpocket with social anxiety issues. However, I do not appreciate getting stereotyped immediately when I enter a store as a perfectly lawful possible patron. When I walked into Unikob I got sharp glares and stares that would have outdone the slicing capabilities of any of the shredders the store had in stock. Before I took two steps toward the Post-it section I was stopped and asked 'Can I help you?' by both the store manager and the cashier. Believe me, this was not a customer service induced question; they obviously thought I was bad news. I told them that I was looking for Post-its and when they heard my American accent their faces were visibly relieved. When I was finally taken off of the Stationary Stealers Wanted Roster I got a chance to peruse the store. They have everything you need for your office or for your studies at reasonably cheap prices. I paid £1.30 for a packet of Post-its and I'm quite happy with my purchase. They were quite happy with my purchase too and as I exited the store they were all smiles. So if you're not up for travelling to the nearest Ryman's and you live in the area, this is a good place to go for your clerical needs...unless you're wearing a hoodie.

Brand new to North Cross Road and very much welcomed…read more This card shop sells a fantastic range of cards for all occasions, wrapping paper and also a collection of nice quality stuffed toys. The shop is clearly and simply laid out and unlike most shops in Dulwich, they sell only a select product rather than attempting to sell a little of everything. Many of the cards are very highly priced but suitably beautiful. For it quality and simplicity, Postmark is perfect.

From the owner: Postmark is an independent award-winning card shop with a fantastic range of quirky, quality and…read moreoriginal cards at affordable prices. From birthday's to weddings to thank you's to congratulations we've got thousands of cards to choose from. We opened our first shop in Balham, southwest London in 2004 followed by Postmark East Dulwich and more recently Postmark Chiswick. At all three of our stores our customers can use our in-house postal service to send their letters and parcels anywhere in the world. Simply bring in your post and we'll frank it and post it for you. We offer the same great service and price as your Post Office, just without the queues! We take great pride in bringing the very best of British and international designed cards, stationery and wrap to our customers both instore and online with a fantastic array of brands including Caroline Gardner, Alice Scott, Happy Jackson, Art File, Pigment, Lagom, Rifle Paper, Hello Lucky, Peter Pauper, Moleskin, Lamy, Leuchtturm 1917, Rachel Ellen, V&A and many more

Greetings is not a generic card shop. The whole store carries a multitude of greeting cards that…read morecover every occasion and every personality type. Some of their cards are not politically correct and others are extremely formal. They also carry wrapping paper, bags and even alarm clocks in the back, so if you're hunting for a gift and a card you may only have to go to one place. No card in this place would cost more than £4. You're in for a bargain and you're guaranteed to find what you're looking for.

This is my favourite gift shop, move away clintons.... this shop sells various cards, uniques gifts…read moresuch as teddies and glassware gifts, unique boutique style jewellery, mens-womens-kids gifts and party essentials. I always buy gifts from here because you won't find these products anywhere else, they truelly are beautiful, sometimes I spoil myself and buy myself a treat from here. They also sell the best scented candles and oils, do visit this shop, based in lordship lane, east dulwich:)

What a cute little shop full of niknaks for the home - if I had the doe I would spend it in here!…read moreAs well as home-ware and art from independent designers they also sell stationary, gift bags and awesome cards! Some of their lampshades, cushions, place mats etc have the most adorable patterns - love the pinepples and flamingos! They also have an online website which I can't stop browsing!

From the owner: Barnaby & Co is an online interiors and gift shop. We offer a unique shopping experience, selling…read morehomewares, art and gifts from independent designers alongside pieces produced by larger design houses such as Bloomingville and Lucie Kaas. We have curated a collection of fabulous pieces, featuring makers such as Rosa & Clara Designs, Stuart Gardiner, Matt Needle and Sabrina Fossi. Our makers span across Europe, each one incorporating their design heritage into their products. There are lots of pieces from London's own designer makers too. We've been featured in several publications including Hello!, House Beautiful, The World Of Interiors, Vogue, Sussex Style and Le Bonbon to name a few. We hope you like our collection as much as they do. Barnaby & Co.

There were two sales assistants behind the counter, one with a mask and one without - both at the…read morerear of the small shop. Quite a few people were closely packed around the counter. Addressing the sales assistant without a mask, I explained that I'm a pensioner and that I'm nervous about being around people in small spaces, particularly if they're not wearing a mask. He told me he had an exemption. I was just about to say something along the lines of, "Oh, fair enough, but I'm still nervous about being in a small space, particularly at my age," but before I had the chance to say anything, he asked me if I could read, and pointed to his badge. Then he told me it was none of his business whether he wore a mask or not, and that I didn't have to come into the shop if I didn't want to. He did go on with the rant, but those were the two main points he was making. I think it's such a pity that as a customer-facing member of staff he didn't take a moment to empathise with my concerns, that after all are based on genuine reasons to feel threatened by Covid 19, particularly given it's growing. I wasn't being rude or doing anything wrong in asking about the mask, and if he'd just left the matter after he'd pointed out he had an exemption, all would have been fine. But he chose to go on and hammer his points home, and meanwhile I couldn't go anywhere as the other sales assistant was in the process of packing up my goods and getting me the change. The whole episode was needlessly embarrassing, unpleasant and left a nasty taste in my mouth. I hope he will be more empathetic with the next anxious old lady.

Have you ever wanted to find that card that's too clever or funny for Clintons but didn't know…read morewhere to find it? Postmark is that place! It was recommended to me by a friend when I wanted a valentines card that didn't come with the usual sickeningly sweet gushing prose and declarations of love that would make Romeo drop his codpiece. Postmark is a teeny-tiny shop that sells all the usual card/wrapping stuff you might want. It has a range of obscure, odd and outright different stuff including the greatest cards in the world! I can't say what they are because there will be a stampede and I know how limited these bad boys are. Imagine a handmade card by someone with a funky sense of humour and the design talent of a 5 year old with a pot of glue and some button eyes....mad but brilliant! The piece de resistance - Postmark was the first place to sell I love Balham mugs: 5 stars for that alone!

Hi I have an offer for you! I am a digital artist based in London and believe you could benefit…read morefrom selling my art prints. If I had to label my artistic style I'd probably call it visionary, neon and fantasy. My Instagram page is called Sofiev Art. Here's my website also: https://sofievart.com/

It always surprises me how much you can find in the art shop and stationers in Dulwich Village…read more I often pop in here on the assumption that they will not have what I am looking for and instead I will have to trek into Central London to a larger shop. Normally however, they bring out exactly what I asked for. This may just be luck but it works for me all the same. The shop is small and rather old fashioned selling a range of paper, stationary, paint, canvas' and art supplies. The same man has been working here for all the time that I have been going to the shop and is very well informed and helpful. Expect to pay slightly more than you would in larger art and stationary shops, but for the ease and practicality of shopping here, it is well worth the extra pound or two.

I first came across this shop at Victoria Station on my way to a course and I loved it. I could…read morebuy everything in the shop and everything I brought was in the sale which was even better. I would love to work there part time

The whole Oliver Bonas thing confuses me slightly. When I first saw the shop many years ago, I…read moreassumed it was a one off and I liked it, now they seem to be popping up all over the place. They do sell some nice things, but I feel that the vast quantity of shops they are opening, down grades them slightly. That may just be me being picky, but part of their initial charm was that it felt special and unique, now I cannot help but feel it is just over produced. Saying that, I still wander in on occasions but rarely am I moved to make a purchase.

This is one of those little shops that sells a random selection of gifts and knick knacks. Just off…read moreBalham High Rd it's a great option if you're disorganised like me and need to buy a last minute birthday present. It stocks cards and a wide range of gifts like candles, bits of jewellery, diaries, notebooks, stationary, pictures etc.. It also has random bits like sunglasses and gadgety bits. It is a little bit on the expensive side but that's the price you pay for convenience and not having to trek into town! Apparently it also does picture framing but I've not tried this out!

Love this little shop! I find it hard to give any shop less than four stars…read more.. Yes, yes it's another of those Oliver Bonas (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/74356-Oliver-Bonas-London/) -alikes that sell little striped teapots, Cath Kidston-esque aprons and tiny little books called things like "101 ways to be green and smug" for £20. However, Ed kind of does it a bit better than many. They carry some cute and some stylish lines of chinaware, fun stationery, plenty of gift ideas and - personal fave - a well edited selection of clothing. Once you get past the hefty quota of French Connection you find Lee Jeans (underrated, fit me well) and plenty of other cute brands. Much more fun than hitting the high street. Pop in on a Saturday and combine with brunch at Blue Mountain (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/158088-Blue-Mountain-London) and a wander round the North Cross Road market - pure middle class fun. (tongue firmly in cheek) ...

This shop is great, they have everything! Lovely cards, clothes and nice presents. They have little…read morenick nacks, Cath Kidson goodies and great baby clothes. Expect to pay quite a bit for the things is here but they have something for every price range. Christmas in ED is amazing with gorgeous baubels and decorations. They have a lovely jewellery cabinet as well for those extra special treats. It gets busy at weekends (closed Sundays). The staff are really lovely and friendly and they always have nice music on.