15 STEPS — Local services in City of Ithaca

This store is a feast for the eyes, of exquisite and clever and unique items; with the current virus paralysis keeping us from traveling abroad, this is a great time to go wandering in the fresh air of the Commons and stop by this gem of a shop. I could not escape without buying a beautiful pair of earrings, a delicate little Zen handmade jigsaw puzzle, and a very reasonably-priced bar of artisan chocolate. Indeed, for the work and craftmanship and taste involved, everything was affordable and even more hard to resist as a result. I hadn't been there for too long, but will go again soon. You just can't look for things like this online, they make the impact in the store -- though, having said that, I plan to view their website to get prepped for the next in-person visit. I attach a picture of a wonderful owl pillow my daughter bought there...

I have been their client for years, but lately, I got disappointed with their service in case of faulty items. I was there before my summer vacation, and I bought a bunch of gifts, including a pair of ear hoops for myself, for which I paid approximately $40. I wore these earrings on the first day of my vacation, but I lost one right after they were hooked to my ear because the locking hooks were poorly made. I went back to the shop to report the issue, and they told me they were not responsible if the item failed to work or became defective as soon as clients left their shop's door after the purchase. Double-check item quality before you buy...

Betsy, her Cool Guy & Janice, lovely to go into ad get advice from, never give you that "must buy mantra" and harass you stalking thru store. Prices more than fair. Always love going to pick out presents,for myself too!! Thanks for being there all this time 15 steps! Lucia Puorro.

btw... That darn big hunk of caramel milk chocolate I bought at your boutique WAS as you promised (Lake Champlain?) the best. I am expert!!!! I wish I had bought few more! Me 10 years ago, sorry, just can't let go of that pic.. or would you rather see real...