Washington, DC Shopping

Great for Gifts

1. Paper Source

Neighborhood: Georgetown

Good store.  I worked there for about 3 years in college, and I still love it.  Beautiful papers, nice bookart supplies and great gifts for people!  I'm a little sad that it's getting so commercial...

2. Home Rule

and body products etc. by brands such as Anthony Logistics and Korres. I'm not sure why Home Rule carries these items...  It's a great source for housewarming gifts and impulse buys (ice cubes...

3. Pulp

Great gift store! Yeah, I thought the walk there was a little shady, although some of the development they've been doing around 14th St. shows and at least it's in NW. But once you're inside (you'll...

4. Chocolate Moose

This is a fun quirky shop. They have lots of knick knacks to look at. One could spend a lot of time here. It's a great place to get a unique gift for someone....

5. Proper Topper

Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

What a nifty little store.  This is a great source for unique gifts and stylish (although somewhat expensive) clothes.  The staff are really helpful and friendly....

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1. Crooked Beat Records

Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

their selection is very threadbare.  Granted they do not have much space, but that is no excuse.  Little to no vintage music (i.e. 60's garage rock, etc.) and few imports.  They do have an extensive...

2. Garden District

Great place to pick up a bag of mulch and some soil without going all the way to a big box.  Very helpful staff and amazing selection of plants for a small shop....

3. Olsson's Books &…

Neighborhood: Penn Quarter

to. His mannerisms and speech were downright rude.  Of course they do have a pretty good selection of books, they're close to the theatre, in Penn Quarter, and they have lots of books on sale all...

4. Pulp

also notice as you walk in that Go Momma Go and Home Rule are right next door), there's a really varied selection available. From Impeach Bush gear to a handstamp kit, there's really a wide selection...

5. World Market

Neighborhood: Friendship Heights

Every time I go to Chevy Chase Pavilion, I always have to stop in World Market. They have an awesome selection of everything! Little knick knacks, really nice glassware, beer, wine, and all sorts...

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