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Retail therapy on a tight budget.
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1. Mis'cel'la'ny Finds
Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z5
(604) 254-9999
Category:
Thrift Stores
Neighbourhood: Hastings-Sunrise
I set out to Hastings with my list of things to do: Library, bank, post office.... but I found a surprise waiting for me. A new Thrift shop with a cause! I'm very happy about this new addition to our neighbourhood!
I met a very exuberant Portia and…More »
2. Rags & Dishes
This shop just continues to offer the best deals on decorative accessories such as table cloths, cushions, rugs, cute reusable shopping bags, laptop bags, matching cushions and place mats, and other kitchen and bath needs. The owner/buyer has great…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/2/2009
Oooh good deals, cute stuff, gift potentials,...
I finally got a deal on an espresso tamper for my… Read more »
3. Wander
Vancouver, BC V5L 2N1
(604) 779-7175
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
When the long time occupant of this retail space vacated the location there was a real gap, I admit.
But then newcomer Spirits Free arrived, and although at first it seemed the store had an identity crisis, leaving the sign blank with no name for…More »
4. Yokoyaya123
Vancouver, BC V6B 6N9
(604) 682-8073
Categories:
Department Stores,
Dollar Store
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Yo! Yokoyaya aint yo' average dolla' store.
The quality of merchandise is high and the prices are low. Come in here for fun and leave with so much stuff it feels like Christmas. Just do yourself a favour and let your inner child fly free because you…More »
5. Happy 3 Consignment
Vancouver, BC V6R 1P2
(604) 730-9638
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
The variety in this store makes it worth the trip. There seem to be a good array of garments in all sizes and styles, from work to casual.
Some items appear to be new, as the "Engrish" translated tags are still on. -(quite amusing!)
Don't ask…More »
6. Wonderbucks Wonderful Living
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A6
(604) 253-0515
Categories:
Home Decor,
Kitchen & Bath
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Ahhh... Wonderful Wonderbucks.
Affordable Kitchen and bath necessities and home decor. Gifts and things to assemble into gifts -(like baskets to fill.) Plants and colourful pots to put them in. All this in an organized, non cluttered environment that…More »
7. The Red Tulip Gift Gallery
Really adorable shop!
Everything in the way of home gifts, for new moms, birthdays or just because.... (my favourite.) Why shouldn't I buy those sweet place mats that I don't really need?
I also saw cute bags and coin purses, welcome mats, greeting…More »
8. The Kitchen Corner
Who loves Kitchen Corner-- put up your hands !
Me, me, me!
I found this place before I moved up to Van. I was looking for a gift "bistro set" for my "sister-aunt" :-) for putting us up -(or putting up with us, te-hee.) on one of our reconnaissance…More »
9. Cajo Designs
Vancouver, BC V5L 1J4
(604) 255-4448
Category:
Fashion
Neighbourhood: Grandview-Woodlands
Cutesy wootsy ! Japanese designs. Right now this is a Warehouse sale with leftover Olympics merchandise. This is the price these items are actually worth, not the jacked up tourist prices. Seriously if you held back from getting anything don't…More »
10. Tierra Del Sol
Vancouver, BC V5N 4A9
(604) 254-5188
Category:
Shopping
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I love this shop! It's chock full of fresh Mexican art and crafts. I've bought some nicely received gifts there, including two stained glass pieces, the likes of which I never saw anywhere else.
The owner is nice too. She has a really good buying eye…More »
11. Ed's Linens
Vancouver, BC V6R 2B1
(604) 731-2700
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
Was just walking by, but hey! Towels and bed sets and shower curtains and matching soap dishes,.... on sale - uhhhh, "I'll just be a minute"
Am I the only person who likes to change the shower curtain like every year at least for a bright new look?
…More »
12. Homesense
West Vancouver, BC V7T 2Z3
(604) 913-2990
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Strathcona
I shouldn't be shopping. I don't need anything but damn! look at all these sale tags.
I don't think I've seen deals like this here in Vancouver at all, anywhere.
This place has everything you could want for your home at GREAT prices. Is this store…More »
13. In Again Fashion
Vancouver, BC V5L 3X2
(604) 253-3331
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
This is the sister store to the IN AGAIN in Kits.
It's easy to forget that this is a consignment store when you see such good quality used merchandise. Cute tops, pants and belts for men and women. (and anyone blurring the two.)
It was my idea to just…More »
14. Turnabout Consignment
Vancouver, BC V6K 2H1
(604) 731-7762
Category:
Used, Vintage & Consignment
Neighbourhood: Kitsilano
This is by far my favourite consignment store. The selection is large, the prices are fair to moderate, and the quality of merchandise is high.
This is a pretty serious operation with regard to consigning. It's best to call, make an appointment and…More »
15. Mei Mei Florist
I have been to many florist shops around Vancouver, and seen many bouquets. Each time I see a bouquet out front of Mei Mei I am amazed.
The girls that work here are not really interactive, and English is their second (at least)- language, so they are…More »
16. Milsean Shoppe
WoW! I'm glad I asked Inga where to get a good cup of coffee around these parts. This IS the place.
Excellent coffee and the shop is really packed with merchandise. Kitchen gadgets, cook books, and gifts.
(Ok. maybe a bit too packed- it's a tiny bit on…More »
17. The Flowerbox
Vancouver, BC V5L 2T5
(604) 254-3269
Category:
Florists
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
I have bought bouquets here more often than any other Florist simply because of the wonderfully inviting arrangements they usually have spilling onto the sidewalk.
Today was special though, I found a BUDDING Florist selling her mini bouquets out at…More »
18. Robin's Pharmacy
Vancouver, BC V5L 3W7
(604) 876-3784
Category:
Drugstores
Neighbourhoods: Grandview-Woodlands, The Drive
Honestly, I just can't believe how friendly and helpful they are in there. Any questions about health and wellness are answered clearly and to the best of their knowledge.
They also always have deals on random things and gifts. Check it out, and then…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/17/2009 First to Review
Owner operated, friendly and informative Pharmacy. Nutritional supplements, and other home health… Read more »
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