Amazing selection of pens, pencils and writing materials. The lady there was very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. It was nice to be able to touch and feel the products rather than just ordering online. Worth the money to go in person and experience. Good value for the products.

Origami ink is a must stop for me anytime I come to Asheville. This quaint little shop is filled…read morewith fountain pens, inks, journals, art supplies and any other writing accoutrement you so desire! The owners of this business offer fabulous service with attention to detail that I appreciate. Whether you're looking for a collectible item or just your everyday pen or pencil they have something for every budget! I hope you will enjoy your visits to this very fine local business and we'll come back time and time again as I do!

I was looking forward to visiting this store and it was all I was expecting and more!…read more Cards, stickers, pins, games, trinkets and more. One child just couldn't handle all the cuteness, he yelled "I want it!" Then promptly had a nuclear-level meltdown. Same, kid, same. I feel you. I scooped up some miniature things, my friend had pens and notecards. Honestly, that kid's mom should have said, "Whist!" which in Irish or Scottish dialects means "Hush!" or "Shut it!" There's so much to see here. This is a fun shop.

A gift shop with so much character!…read more I don't know how they manage to jam so much amazing gift and art into their shop, but i love to go there to see it all, from wrapping paper to jewelry to books to cards. Perfect place for the quick gift, and the staff is fresh and will gladly help you locate that special thing you're looking for even if you don't know what you want. Local as well as out-of-area art and creations curated so well, it's almost like a museum of kitsch and wonder!

I love this shop! I found my forever tote here and I'm thrilled with it…read more The styling and curating they've done make me want to study and touch each item, then stroll back through to make certain I haven't missed anything. When they do their special parties, pizza, or bagels, or whatever, it's truly a treat. Local chefs and bakers fill the studio space in the back and let the noshing commence. Such a gem!

This is a cool spot with a bit of retail and a working artist studio in the back. If you like…read morehandmade, local goods, this is a great stop on your adventures around West Asheville.

Wow!!! I cannot say enough amazing things about this place. The amount of cool things they have is…read moreinsane!!! They have an array of stickers, shirts, trinkets, fidgets, etc. I love how inclusive they are and how they name they hire workers with different abilities. They also have artist highlights around the store that highlight local artists. The value is amazing and they are reasonably priced I cannot recommend his place enough

Very, very cool place! Lots of things here. Some of almost everything. They have trinkets, hats,…read moreT-shirts, you name it. Lots of cool sayings on clothing, etc. Nice place to browse and find something for yourself, of that friend who has everything. Good value and super great service.

Here's where art is wonderfully local and diverse. An amazing store with a variety of artworks like…read moreT-shirts, cards, figurines, art prints, woodworks and so much more. For me, this is the Asheville i came to discover and is a mini indoor art faire with so much to choose from. The same people create and run a twice yearly art faire called THE BIG CRAFTY that must be seen to fully appreciate!

This is a fun store that sells many things that you don't need but you find yourself purchasing…read morefrom this fun "general store." You will not get bored and it will be a great source for that hard to buy surprise gift.

This Hallmark shop is always friendly, helpful and the employees make the experience wonderful. And…read morethe fact that they care enough about everyone's health is a plus! Those reviews from the Karens complaining about masks need to be discounted for what they are.

This store brings back good memories from when I was a little kid. I remember when Hallmark used to…read morebe beside Pet Luv, on the other side of the Asheville Mall; before it was renovated. My Dad would always bring me along with him to his trips to Hallmark. I remember they used to sell troll dolls and glass figurines, and my Dad would always let me pick one when we went to Hallmark. Hallmark reminds me to treasure good memories and never take anything or anyone for granted. Remind someone how much you truly care for them with the perfect gift. Fast forward to a few years later, when the Asheville Mall starts a new renovation, with new floors throughout the Mall and new stores. Hallmark moved beside Belk, and became a little smaller than the previous one. I still love coming in this Hallmark, because it reminds me of those good memories from the past. My fiancé and I always come in Hallmark when we visit the Mall on the weekends and usually always leave with something. We usually find cards, beanie babies, itty bittys, or ornaments around Christmas time. Almost all of the time, the store associates are helpful and polite. I've had nothing but good experiences here lately, and I hope it stays that way. I wish we had more Hallmark locations in Asheville like we used to, as I love to shop here! I remember when there was a Hallmark in Weaverville, Oteen and one on Hendersonvile Road. Times have really changed, and this is the only Hallmark left around Asheville. Nothing but good memories and good times here! The perfect place to buy one of those signature "Hallmark cards".

Always enjoy browsing bookstores, and seeing another independent bookstore, I had to make a quick…read morevisit. Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe is at the heart of downtown Asheville and blends well with other local businesses. The bookstore has its charm. The bookstore carries many tending and new releases of books. I'm intrigued that the bookstore hosts weekly events and some quirky magnetic and trinkets.

Malaprop's will forever be one of my favorite indie bookstores. I first fell in love with it back…read morein 2021 when I lived in AVL. I liked the name so much because I was the type of person who used malaprops a good amount. It's extra charming because you're able to order something from their cafe while reading your book. This spot is deceptively huge. The different sections are very intentional and beautifully organized. I had an especially great time looking at the "Beautiful Books" section this visit. I ended up falling in love with a short stories book by Chips Hardy that I took home. I also adored their graphic t-shirts here. I am not a big t-shirt person, but always want more graphic tees, so was so excited to love this one so much. I had a really special experience with one of the booksellers here on my recent visit too. I could not find The Enchanted April in the fiction section and when I asked, one of the booksellers got really excited about the author and that book. She passionately told me how wonderful the book was. We were sad to see it was sold out, but suggested I check a bookstore a block over. I love this bookstore and think everyone should make it a stop on an Asheville trip.

I was very pleased with my experience working with Krista from Pluma Paper for my wedding…read moreinvitations. once she knew what I was looking for she gave me multiple options to choose from. I have had lots compliments on the invites, and a bunch of people saying its the best one they have seen. Krista is sweet and professional. I will recommend Pluma to all my friends when they become brides!

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