Anitque Shops

 King Street Antique Mall
Affordable Antiques, Great Collectibles, Fine Art and Prints, Interior Design Accessories, Furniture, Rugs, Crystal, Jewelry, Sterling, Porcelain, 20th Century, Deco, Nautical, and Civil War. Come and relax in our garden courtyard while you browse our wonderful selection of Garden Statuary, Fountains, Wrought Iron, and Architecturals. We have 9,000 sq. ft. on 2 floors with 85+ high quality dealers. There is something special for all tastes and budgets. This is the only mall in historic peninsular Charleston. The mall is located just one block from the Visitors' Center. Vendor space is available. Daily 10-6, Sun. 12-5. 495 King St. (843) 723-2211

 Roumillat's Antiques Mall and Auction
15,000 sq. ft. packed tight with thousands of items ranging from pre-war collectibles to period treasures, located a short drive south on Hwy. 17. You will discover elegantly displayed, personally-selected items and affordable furniture. Our Auction Facility overflows with estate items ranging from trash to treasure. Open Mon.-Sat. 10-6, Sun. 1-5. Auctions are 1st and 3rd Sat. of every month beginning at 10 am with "Treasure" and 3 pm with "Trash." 2241 Savannah Hwy. (843) 766-8899.


Art Galleries

 Charleston Crafts
Charleston's oldest craft cooperative features the work of lowcountry and statewide artists and artisans continuing the traditions of expert craftsmanship and artistic excellence. Sophisticated-Whimsical-Decorative-Functional-Contemporary-Time-honored craft in a variety of media. Located between King and Meeting streets at the entrance to the Charleston Place municipal parking garage, 87 Hasell St. Mon.-Sat. 10-5:30, Sundays occasionally-call. (843) 723-2938.

 One of a Kind
The Lowcountry's most exciting Art and Fine Craft Gallery highlighting over 400 American artists-including many local artisans. Featuring fine crafted jewelry, hand-blown glass, unique home furnishings, oil paintings, ceramic, pottery, textile art, garden art, and South Carolina's best selection of kaleidoscopes. From completely whimsical to totally functional, each piece is a distinctive find. Come and Enjoy. We ship nationwide. Open 7 Days a Week. Located at Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre next to the Palmetto Grande Theater. (843) 971-1774


Bears

Bear Hugs
Bubba, the Kodiak bear, greets you at the door with a hug. Inside his den are cousins from all over: Muffy and family (Vanderbears), the gang from Raikes, Boyd, baseball players from Cooperstown, Gund. Many others-as well as precious critters that hang out here. Come see our exclusive Charleston Bears. In Bubba's den are other fine gifts and collectibles. Don't miss us! Mon.-Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 12-3:30. 40 N. Market St. in the Rainbow Market.(843) 722-0083.


Bed & Bath Body Shop

Diane's Bath, Bed & Body
Diane's Bath, Bed & Body... a shop that will nurture your spirit and soothe your soul. Our all natural products are made to help you experience pure relaxation and total well-being. We have an extensive collection of top of the line hair, baby, and skin care products, as well as custom made gift packages and gift certificates. All of our products are absolutely cruelty free.
Phone: (843) 871-2555, E-mail: DianesBBB@aol.com

 

Boutiques

Worthwhile
worthwhile-Charleston's premier off beat boutique for your body, your baby, your home. Women's clothing lines include FLAX, Krista Larson, Staley Gretzinger; Infant/Children's clothing and gifts including Barefoot Dreams, Catimini, Baby Lulu; Shoes include Camper and Giraudon; home accessories, gifts, personal care...the boutique with a serious design aesthetic offset by a touch of whimsy. Mon.-Sat 10-6, Sun. 12-5. 268 King St. (843) 723-4418.

Children's Shops

Eighty-Two Church
Traditional, conservative clothes for children. The Charleston Bonnet and Smockery hand-smocked dresses. Toys and books. Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5:30. 108 Church St., Charleston, SC 29401. (843) 723-7511 or toll-free 1-800-377-1282.

The Ragamuffin Shop and Radical Rags
We have it all from head to toe including dancewear! Two specialty shops adjoined with Stride Rite Bootery in one location. The Ragamuffin Shop has been dressing them in the best for over 35 years! Come see the cutest clothing you have ever seen Premie to size 7. You don't have to leave Mt. Pleasant to find what your child will love...Radical Rags for the older girls sizes 7-16 and Preteen and boys sizes 8-20 is the hippest place around. Carrying the most up to date as well as traditional clothing and accessories. Thank you for voting us the #1 Children's Shops in Charleston. A shopping experience you won't want to miss! Layaway/shipping/baby registry. Mon.-Sat. 10-6. On The Common, 210 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. (843) 884-4814.

Christmas shops

 Noah's Nook/Light Be
Our exclusive lines include hand-painted Charleston ornaments and locally-made cotton/shell angels. Collectibles include Byers' Choice, Annalee, Possible Dreams, Pipka, Seraphim Angels, Little Street People, Fontanini, David Frykman, Williraye Studio, and Holy Herd. We also have nutcrackers, nautical items, lamps, greeting cards, Irish theme items, and sports and animal ornaments. The finest year-round Christmas and seasonal gift shop in Charleston. Mon.-Sun 9:30-5:30. Located in the City Market, Shed A, between Meeting and Church Streets. (843) 722-8002. Fax: (843) 853-3090.


College Stores

The Citadel Gift Shop
The Citadel's campus store with a variety of merchandise to please any fan. The store is self-supporting; all profits support campus services available to our students. Check out the web catalog for a selection of clothing and gifts (http://giftshop.citadel.edu/). If in town, visit our main store on campus in Mark Clark Hall or our satellite store in the Holliday Alumni Center. For additional information call 843/953-5110 or e-mail us: giftshop@citadel.edu

College of Charleston Bookstore
The College of Charleston Bookstore is the College's official bookstore. We are a self-supporting enterprise, dedicated to serving the needs of our college community, by providing quality goods and services at affordable prices. All profits go toward funding student scholarships. Our web store features C of C clothing and gifts, textbooks, general books, software, and supplies. We look forward to serving you and hope you'll visit us often! 160 Calhoun Street, (843) 953-5518,
E-mail: BookStore@cofc.edu

Footwear

Stride Rite Bootery
Our shoes have gone through extensive testing to ensure they are the best for a child's developing feet. Our walking shoes for babies have been approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association. We carry many widths and sizes from babies 0-8, toddlers 8 1/2-12, and youth 12 1/2-6. Many styles and colors including athletics, sandals, clogs, and dress shoes from Stride Rite, Sperry, Keds, Sketchers, L'Amour... Dance wear and accessories by Capezio. Adjoined with The Ragamuffin Shop & Radical Rags for your one stop shopping from head to toe. Mon.-Sat. 10-6. On The Common, 210 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. (843) 881-1202.

Gift Baskets

City Sampler Gift Baskets
City Sampler provides city specific gift baskets from major cities across the U.S. including Charleston, SC. All of our hand designed gift baskets include gourmet food items specific to the chosen city and/or state and offer a great way to send a piece of that city to family, friends or business associates. Our Charleston basket is one of our favorites and includes some local favorites such as American Classic Tea, Charleston's Own Vidalia and Peach Salsa, Grit Chips and Concord Hall Apple Plum Butter just to name a few! Toll-Free: 1-888-647-City, E-mail: info@city-sampler.com


Gift Shops

 Cat's in the Doghouse
Here we specialize in everything for your dog or cat's two-legged friend...you! Gr-rr-reat items for the pet lover in all of us. And, of course, fun things for your furry friends. Collars, toys, treats, and so on. Here's a short list of some fun items we carry: fishing cats, dog and cat picture frames, suncatchers, X-ing signs, license plate frames, and the list goes on. Have you ever seen the infamous cat tent? We also carry Sandicast. As always, dog and cat lovers...Welcome, Sit, Stay. Mon.-Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 12:30-3:30. 40 N. Market St. in the Rainbow Market. (843) 853-1915.

 Historic Charleston Foundation Museum Shop
Located at the corner of Meeting and Chalmers streets across from the Mills House, the museum shop features exhibits portraying Charleston's architectural history. The gift shop features an extensive selection of books relating to Charleston, decorative items for home and garden, and educational gifts for children. Tourist information is available as well as tickets to Historic Charleston Foundation museum houses. Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 2-5. 108 Meeting St. (843) 724-8484.

 Noah's Nook/Light Be
Our exclusive lines include hand-painted Charleston ornaments and locally-made cotton/shell angels. Collectibles include Byers' Choice, Annalee, Possible Dreams, Pipka, Seraphim Angels, Little Street People, Fontanini, David Frykman, Williraye Studio, and Holy Herd. We also have nutcrackers, nautical items, lamps, greeting cards, Irish theme items, and sports and animal ornaments. The finest year-round Christmas and seasonal gift shop in Charleston. Mon.-Sun 9:30-5:30. Located in the City Market, Shed A, between Meeting and Church Streets. (843) 722-8002. Fax: (843) 853-3090.

 One of a Kind
Imaginative gifts for imaginative people-the most exciting collection of unique gifts in the Lowcountry! Come and shop the area's most exciting Art and Fine Craft Gallery highlighting over 400 American artists-including many local artisans. Featuring fine crafted jewelry, hand-blown glass, unique home furnishings, oil paintings, ceramic, pottery, textile art, garden art, and South Carolina's best selection of kaleidoscopes. From completely whimsical to totally functional, each piece is a distinctive find. Come and Enjoy. We ship nationwide. Open 7 Days a Week. Located at Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre next to the Palmetto Grande Theater. (843) 971-1774.

 The Silver Puffin
Conveniently located on Charleston's exciting King Street, The Silver Puffin offers a wide range of gifts for your friends and accents for your home. You will find cards, mirrors, pottery, jewelry, glass, pictures, porcelain, and much, much more-the best from the United States and abroad. Inviting atmosphere and friendly service, we ship anywhere. Mon.-Sun. 10-6. Extended holiday hours. 278 King St. (843) 723-7900 or toll-free (888) 723-7900.


Home Furnishings and Gifts

 Claire Murray
Claire Murray is known worldwide for her hooked rug designs and her expanding collection of home furnishings which now include woven throws, wearable art, and decorative accessories. Claire's designs also are available in needlepoint, counted cross-stitch, knitting, and hooked rug kits. Visit our Charleston store located at 295 King St. (843) 722-0900.

 Historic Charleston Reproductions Shop
Authentic reproductions and adaptations of 18th- and 19th-century Charleston furniture, decorative accessories, and gifts for the home and garden licensed by Historic Charleston Foundation. Historic Charleston Collection of furniture by Baker, porcelains, mirrors, brass accessories, Charleston ironwork, large selection of jewelry adapted from Charleston architectural motifs. Mon-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-5. 105 Broad St. (corner of King and Broad streets). (843) 723-8292.

Needle Work

 Claire Murray
Claire Murray is known worldwide for her hooked rug designs and her expanding collection of home furnishings which now include woven throws, wearable art, and decorative accessories. Claire's designs also are available in needlepoint, counted cross-stitch, knitting, and hooked rug kits. Visit our Charleston store located at 295 King St. (843) 722-0900.

 The Needle Nook
Charleston's only complete needlepoint and cross stitch shop featuring antique samplers and charts, kits, and hand-painted canvases of Historic Charleston and the Old South. Custom framing and finishing of heirloom-quality pieces. Graphs by Barbara & Cheryl. DMC, Medicis, Paternayan, Caron, Sampler Threads, Splendor, Krenik, fine linen, needle work stands, lamps, books and accessories. Gifts for the needle artist. 184 East Bay St. across from Magnolias. Parking garage behind our building. Mon.-Sat. 10-5 (Sun. 12-5 during June, July, and August only). (843) 853-5218.



Leather Goods

 Charleston Luggage & Leather
Located on South Market Street in the Historic Market shopping district, we have luggage, duffles, totes, and travel gear to take you to your next destination. We carry Boyt, London Fog, and Travel Club carry-ons and upright suitcases. Try our Fossil, Rolfs, Dopp, and Scully brands for your personal leathergood needs. Also offered are Schlesinger, Kenneth Cole, and Frye among our many brands of business cases and computer briefs. And don't forget to see the latest Vera Bradley designs! Open everyday from 10-6 year-round at 61 S. Market St. Call (843) 577-4773, Toll-Free (877) 881-0030.


Perfume

 House of Versailles
Perfumes, perfume bottles, men's fragrances, Victorian gifts. Fragrance compatibility testing. Specializing in hard-to-find fragrances. Annick Goutal. Comptoir Sud Pacifique. Guerlain. Lady Primrose. Shelley Kyle. William Owen III. Jean Patou. Givenchy. Caron. Mon.-Sat. 10-5. 129-A Market St. (across from Charleston Place) (843) 722-4242 or 1-800-264-2506.


Quilts and Gifts

 People, Places and Quilts
Full-service quilt shops with one-of-a-kind folk art conveniently located downtown in Charleston and Summerville. Both shops carry 100s of 100% cotton fabrics-basic and unusual, books, patterns, notions, kits, antique andnew quilts (made in USA), original Santas andangels, Sammy Gaillard lowcountry scenes, uniquely handcrafted furniture from indigenous woods. Selected by Better Homes and Gardens as one of the Top 10 Shops in America.
Charleston store: (1 Henrietta St.; (843) 937-9333; Mon.-Sat 10-5) is 1 block east of Marion Square in an old corner grocery store.
Summerville store: (129 W. Richardson Ave.; (843) 871-8872; Mon-Fri 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5) is in the heart of historic Summerville. Take I-26, Exit 199-A, cross RR tracks, turn right at first light, we're in the first block on the right hand side.









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