All in Bloom
This cute little shop in Trounce Alley has got some really cool stuff in it. Sure, a bit expensive but it deserves a look.
616 Trounce Alley (map) 383-1883
Sacred Herb
This fully-stocked pot smoker's dream shop is equipped with everything you need to enjoy marijuana: pipes, crazy rolling papers, lighters, bongs of all shapes and sizes, hemp clothing, and all kinds of pot-related novelty stuff. They even sell rare groove records.
Saltspring Soapworks
Saltspring Soaps use 100% pure essential oils, food-grade tropical oils, and botanical ingredients such as oatmeal, lavender, fine glacial clays and spring water. Aside from soap they also sell shampoos, body care and aromatherapy products.
Silk Road Tea Company
Not only do these guys have awesome teas and some really cute teapots, but they give you free hot tea to browse the store with and have a great assortment of tea-related gifts, aromatherapy and pampering products. What sets this apart from other tea shops is that is that Silk Road is also a spa that uses only fresh, organic all nautral products.
1624 Government Street (map) 388-6815
Oscar and Libby's
Eclectic gifts for the unusual and creative... their slogan is along those lines, and it's pretty true! They have some funky and interesting merchandise that's worth checking out even if you're not buying, just looking for some laughs or good ideas.
770 Fort Street (map) 383-0919
Escents Aromatherapy
It’s damned near impossible to resist the sweet, sweet smells emanating from this store. They’ve got oils and sprays to wake you up, relax you, help you lose that nagging headache and solve all your love problems, well, not really, but you could pick up a little something that’ll stop your loved one’s snoring! And of course there are sensual massages oils, love bath bombs, bubble blends and more.
Granola Groovy Eco-Store
An astonishing array of natural bath and body care products, organic baby products, healthy home cleaning products, natural pet treats, solar gadgets, tree free stationary, hand made greeting cards and more. It’s easy being green when you shop at Granola Groovy Eco-Store.
1005 Broad Street (at Fort) (map) (directions) 477-0146
Kotini
Practically our neighbour, this place has some pretty funky, really cheap stuff. Kind of a glorified dollar store, with nicer stuff. Examples: a glass chessboard where all the pieces are shot glasses with pictures of the pieces on them; 12 AAA batteries for $2; silk curtains for $12.99. - Heather
715 Pandora Avenue (map) 360-2599
The Flag Shop
International flags, poles, banners, rods, pins, crests, decals and more! Whether you're feeling homesick or just wanting some good old-fashioned souvenirs, this palce is worth checking out. They also do custom artwork, sewing and printing!
822 Fort Street (map) 382-3524
