May 11, 2007

ABC Carpet & Home New York

An explosion of home design treasures. Hundreds of chandeliers, piles of pillows, stacks of rugs — all beautifully displayed in vignettes that you can browse. Minimalists: Brace yourselves.

  Gramercy-Flatiron, Gear, Design Junkies, Good for Gifts

March 3, 2006

Greenwich Letterpress New York

Impress your high-tech pen pals with whimsical, handmade stock from this cute shop where you can customize everything from invitations and business cards to small art projects.

  Downtown, Fashion, Good for Gifts

August 9, 2001

Pearl River Mart New York

Crazy dollar store (and more) bursting at the seams with inexpensive imports from China, including teas, clothing, home furnishings, snacks, and never-ending collections of sushi sets. Pick up all sorts of cheap trinkets for your friends back home.

  Downtown, Culture, Curiosities, Good for Gifts