Odds & Ends Emporium — Local services in Colorado Springs

We went in and thought it was super cute. Stepped out to get food and we’re gonna go back in to get some toys we saw earlier since we didn’t want to carry them while we enjoyed the rest of the place. Daughter walked in first and I was right behind (literally 10 steps away) her. Employee was rude and shooed her away out the door.She most definitely wasn’t unattended especially seeing that I saw her treat her the way that she did. Really icky to see people treat children that way. I totally understand that parents sometimes leave their kids alone and they can be disrespectful but I was right behind her and didn’t even give us a chance to fully walk in. We are entitled to child free spaces but not a child free world. I saw the funny sign about unattended children but if you really dislike them, don’t sell toys and child novelties and have a clear sign that says no kids. Anyways cute place...

I really love this place. They have a great selection of toys, puzzles, and general knick-knackery you'd be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in town. The owners have put a lot of thought and effort into curating the products they carry, with an emphasis on goods made locally and/or by women-owned companies.

A few months before my kiddo was born, I bought a stuffed rabbit from here. It's one of the softest things ever made, and my kiddo's finally old enough that she can play/snuggle with it! I've also gotten a really great canvas bag from here, the perfect size for quick runs to the grocery store. It's still holding up really well despite me always stuffing it overly full so I don't have to use a plastic bag.

I highly recommend a visit here any time you go to Ivywild!

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Odds and Ends is such a gem! It’s inside the historic Ivywild School, which is such a fun and unique place to explore on its own. The shop is full of fun gifts, beautiful handmade pieces, and local art — you could spend ages exploring all the little treasures.

I’m lucky enough to sell my art there, and I can honestly say Erin and Keely are the best. They’re so sweet, and genuinely care about supporting local artists. You can feel the love they put into the shop. If you’re in the area, definitely check it out—it’s one of my favorite...