Shop small, shop artsy: local boutiques in the Richmond area

There are many ways to shop small and shop artsy for yourself or for the special someone in your life at locally owned stores in the Richmond area – gift shops, art galleries, toy shops. The list below will take you from Carytown to Jackson Ward, Midlothian to Mechanicsville for interesting treasures to gift, decorate your home or to find that special item to wear or gift. Happy shopping!

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•1z2z3z Baby & Toddler Boutique – 401 Libbie Ave, Richmond, VA 23226

• 43rd Street Gallery is a pottery & craft gallery featuring handmade items by local artisans. Robin Cage Pottery has an on site studio and offers classes. (1412 W. 43^rd St. Richmond, VA 23225)

•Alma’s is a gallery and shop presenting thoughtfully curated contemporary craft. This artist-run space also offers monthly workshops and artist presentations.” Alma’s RVA, 224 W Brookland Park Blvd, Richmond, VA 23222 Starting on Small Business Saturday (the Saturday after Thanksgiving) Alma’s will be hosting weekly events to help you make the most of your holiday shopping. You have the chance to meet the maker yourself, have some fun and support your local community all at the same time.
•Saturday 11/27 Noon – 3pm-Small Biz Saturday kickoff market featuring Rebelle Naturelle
•Saturday 12/4 : Noon – 3pm Local makers gift market featuring Superior Creamery and Confections
•Thursday – Saturday 12/9-12/11 : Reception Thursday 6-8pm Trunk show featuring Sarah Tector Jewelry
•Thursday – Saturday 12/16-12/18 Reception Thursday 6-8pm Trunk show featuring Kiara Pelissier glass

•Art Works Richmond – art gallery (320 Hull St. Richmond, VA 23224)

•Bee Charmed in Midlothian has a bunch of different talented vendors, all under one roof! Two amazing women own it and the staff are so friendly and helpful!

•Boho Basement RVA – gift shop a collective of local artisans, makers and upcyclers! Our inventory is forever changing (1 N. Lombardy, Richmond, VA)

•Cocoanut Jewelry – unique and beautiful jewelry and crafts (405 North Ridge Rd. Henrico, VA 23229)

•Crossroads Art Center-Gallery exhibiting mid-Atlantic artists offers art classes, talks & workshops for adults & kids. (2016 Staples Mill Rd. Richmond, VA 23230)

•The Cultural Arts Center in Glen Allen has a special collection of “handmade for the holidays” gifts. They are beautiful! Arts Glen Allen.

•Down The Garden Path in Stony Point Fashion Park, a home and garden company and a life style brand devoted to bringing the outdoors in and enhancing your home and garden experiences

•For Posh Sakes is in Mechanicsville, Hanover’s premier boutique for monograms, Decor, unique gifts, & apparel for men, women, children. (9502 Chamberlayne Road Mechanicsville, VA 23116)

•Gild and Ash – women’s accessories, home goods, gifts. (5730 Patterson Ave Richmond, VA 23226)

•Lazy Daisy has several locations (Chester, Midlothian, Hull St, Short Pump, Mechanicsville, Fredericksburg, Williamsburg)

•Little Nomad, Inspired by hip hop culture, curiosity, and a sense of humor, Little Nomad is a fresh, modern alternative to typical kid’s fashion. (104 W. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23220)

•MAC Mechanicsville Antiques and Collectibles Antiques and vintage: collectibles, mid-century modern, vinyl, art, jewelry, primitives, books, ephemera, clocks & repair, holiday, pottery, and etc.etc, etc. 90+ booths. (7508 Mechanisville TPKe, Mechaniswille, VA 23111)

•Mongrel gift shop From the irreverent card to the perfect gift, Mongrel is filled with life choices–for home, body, mind and soul. While at Mongrel, laughing out loud is a must and running into old friends is assured. Whether you have hours to spend or are on the run, Mongrel is a Carytown destination– voted “The Best” in shopping year after year. (2924 W. Cary St. Richmond, VA)

•Not Fade Away Gifts on Midlothian (1248 Sycamore Square Midlothian, VA 23113)

•Knot Too Shabby, shabby chic, painted & upcycled furniture, home decor, clothing, handbags bags and specialty gift items

•One Rose Décor

•Paper Plus, a charming shop offering a wide variety of stationery and invitations for every occasion. In business since 1978, we boast a unique assortment of gifts and home accents including the best picture frame selection in town
5804 Grove Ave Richmond, VA 23226

•Papeterie Stationary and Gifts. In Stony Point Shopping Center at Huguenot and Forest Hill, “Classy but Sassy” gift boutique for special occasions and fun. (3048 Stony Point Rd Richmond, VA 23235)

•Relics to Rhinestones-Curated and unique home decor, jewelry, clothing, accessories and gifts beautifully displayed in our European inspired boutique. (5726A Patterson Avenue Richmond, VA 23226)

•RVANest Antiques Art & Gifts – Fabulous finds to feather your NEST. Stop in often for our ever changing, always exciting mix of fabulous finds. (3404 Semmes Ave Richmond, VA 23225)

•Sassy Bee-gift store in Midlothian, VA dedicated to making your life more fun and fashionable, 11400 W Huguenot Rd Midlothian, VA 23113

•Shakoor’s Merchandise – African/African-American items. “The place to be for good conversation and hard to find items “Shop with Shakoor’s and travel the world” (319 N 2nd St Richmond, VA 23219)

•Sheppard Street Antiques (1126 N. Blvd., Richmond, VA 23230)

•Shops at 5807 – 20 unique shops under one roof (5807 Patterson Ave. Richmond, VA)

•Shop Apothec, hand made, all natural, and sourced from the finest ingredients on earth (318 Libbie Ave Richmond, VA 23226)

•Stuff-RVA, located at 1710 Altamont Ave – The Sound of Music Building in historic Scott’s Addition. Our studios have an array of creatives,

•This Pegcellent Life –

•Tinker’s on Westwood, Voted Best Gift & Home Decor shop in VA 2020- 2017, best baby gifts, best gift wrap and best restoration services.

•Tiny Tim’s Trains & Toys in Ashland, 104 S Railroad Ave Ashland, VA 23005

•Toys That Teach, Bon Air, 3038 Stony Point Rd Richmond, VA 23235

•Tweed gift shop, Gifts for every occasion, women’s accessories, home accents (4035 Lauderdale Dr. Richmond, VA)

•Twig on Lakeside, locally-owned lifestyle shop in Richmond VA featuring home decor, furniture, rugs, gifts, jewelry, accessories, baby items & fresh flowers. (6112 Lakeside Ave, # B Richmond, VA 23228)

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