“Shop” listings
-
Studio Arts & Glass
After touring the studio to watch expert craftsmen at work (call in advance to arrange), head to the gift shop to browse exquisite hand-blown glass vases, lamps, paperweights and night lights as well as jewelry, stained glass and other handmade décor. (03/2011)
7495 Strauss Ave, North Canton
330- 494-9779
studioartsandglass.com -
THE FUNKY HIPPY
Looking for a colorful knit poncho or some authentic 1950s skinny jeans? Vibrant and cool vintage threads are the specialty here. It also sells loads of other funky finds, like jewelry, purses, shoes, housewares and even a signature coffee blend. (01/2011)
716 Grant St, Akron
330-434-9092
thefunkyhippy.com -
THE PEANUT SHOPPE
Open since the 1930s, this shop seems to be built on nostalgia, with the classic Mr. Peanut decorations and framed portraits of past customers covering the walls. The old-fashioned Planter’s roaster is still used to make the shop’s famous roasted peanuts. Candies and salted peanuts, pecans and almonds are also available. (11/2010)
203 S Main St, Akron
330-376-7020
akronpeanuts.com -
HANNAH CANDLES ETC.
Hand poured, soy-based candles are the specialty here. Choose from 175 scents, such as the bestselling chestnuts-and-brown sugar or the more unconventional leather. With soaps, wrapping paper and greeting cards, it’s a one-stop gift shop. (09/2010)
805 Lincoln Way E, Massillon
330-830-3880
hannahcandlesetc.com -
GLITZY FINDS CONSIGNMENT SHOPPE
Jimmy Choo shoes and Dior dresses are among the high-fashion finds at this upscale consignment shop, proof that not all resale stores are created equal. (07/2010)
2747 Crawfi s Blvd, Fairlawn
330-864-4333 -
SQUARE RECORDS
A prime source for vinyl, this indie store also stocks CDs, live performance DVDs and magazines. Be sure to check out the back gallery, which features local artwork. (04/2010)
824 W Market St, Akron
330-375-9244
squarerecordsakron.com -
ZEBER-MARTELL CLAY STUDIO
Handmade decorative tiles, beautiful dishware and funky furniture are just a few of the items available at this local studio and gallery, which is both a business and home to artists Claudia Zeber-Martell and Michael Martell. (03/2010)
43 Furnace St, Akron
330-253-3808
zeber-martell.com -
MADE IN AKRON
If it’s made in Akron, it’s probably sold here. All of the jewelry, art, coffee, gourmet goodies and gift boxes on the shelves have a local connection. (12/2009)
16 S Highland Ave, Akron
330-535-4774
www.madeinakron.com -
NOTO
You'll feel like a movie star while wearing floaty skirts and relaxed tunics from this popular boutique: Its name, loosely translated, means "famous" in Italian. (12/2009)
51 E Market St, Akron
330-990-4724
www.zelionoto.com -
AKRONA GALLERIES
Each room in this historic Tudor home has been converted to gallery space featuring paintings, sculptures, blown glass, handmade jewelry and other artwork for your viewing (and buying) pleasure. (04/2009)
1765 W Market St, Akron
30-865-0909
www.akrona.com -
THE GREY COLT
Indulge yourself with a trip to this upscale women's boutique, which offers stylish apparel in a charming country setting. It's been a local mainstay for nearly five decades. (03/2009)
150 N Main St, Hudson
330-653-6355
www.greycolt.com -
KEILLOR'S
Find the perfect Valentine's Day gift at this charming shop, which features top-quality collectible stuffed bears as well as other cuddly creatures that will make your heart melt. (02/2009)
117 N Canal St, Canal Fulton
330-854-0481
www.keillor...dybears.com
