San Francisco's Best Affordable Gift Shop 2008

Adorn yourself and your home with little sparkly things and unique gifts.

Reviews:

• “Cutesy gifts”
• “Best hairclips anywhere!”
• “Unique hair accessories!”

Kissmet

From housewares to hot pants, this Castro general store sells it all.

Reviews:

• “Cliff’s has something for EVERYONE!”
• “amazing neighborhood store”
• “Great!”

Tips: In addition to its wide selection of housewares, Cliff’s specializes in costume garb, especially around Halloween. Check out the wide selection of wigs, drag wear and accessories that live in both the main shop and adjoining bath store.

Cliff’s Variety

Inner Richmond boutique features art, gifts, home accessories, decorations and more from local and European artists and artisans.

Tips: Don’t compete for spots in the notoriously clogged Clement corridor; if you’re willing to walk a couple blocks, you’ll have a much easier time on the side streets east of Arguello.

Kumquat Art & Home

Fabulous upscale “five and dime” features unusual and classic goodies.

Tips: One-of-a-kind Japanese products include kitschy vintage stuffed animals, lovely laquerware and paper products. The store also creates custom rubber stamps.

Polk-A-Dot Stationers & Variety Store

A Castro stationery store with a stunning array of silly and sexy paper products.

Reviews:

• ""
• “MOST OUTSTANDING BUSINESS IN THE STATES!”

Does Your Mother Know

Stylish, urban and cute, this adorable Sunset boutique offers everything from cards to accessories.

Reviews:

• “Squibnocket Cards”
• “Fantastic Finds!”
• “If you got the dough, go here!”
• “addicting”
• “Hip Stuff”

Tips: To get in and out without hassle, try the metered lot between Irving and Judah Streets, with entrances on both Sixth and Seventh avenues.

Wishbone

West Portal gift shop stocks unique curios for the home, as well as cards, garden tools and outdoor furnishings.

Reviews:

• “Great selection and great customer service”
• “A neighborhood store with class!”
• “AN UNEXPECTED GEM”
• “Jane’s is not plain at all!”

Tips: The store offers gift-wrapping service for a nominal fee.

Plain Jane’s

Gifts, treats and cool surprises handpicked for a loyal clientele.

Tips: Every May 11, lucky shoppers take 25-percent off because it’s the owner’s birthday. There are also big sales right after all the usual holidays on leftover seasonal selections. Also, in recognition of the difficulties teachers face in California, a 10-percent discount is extended to all educators when they buy classroom supplies.

Great Stuff

Pint-sized Mission emporium purrs spa day with its all-natural gifts and goodies for lathering up and luxuriating.

Reviews:

• “most relaxing bath”
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Tips: A frequent shopper card awards a $15 gift certificate for every $175 spent.

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