Photo above is from Cloth Napkins Lifestyle Boutique (above Dave's Antiques)
Treat yourself for the day...
If you are looking for fabulous and unique shops, Elkin has a wonderful selection from the historical downtown area to the north end. You'll find a variety of shops carrying everything from beautiful jewelry and elegant home accessories, to classic, whimsical and amusing gifts. Each shop specializes in its own wonderful array of items so unique, you'll return again and again. A variety of shops and boutiques are listed below, including fine jewelry, clothes boutiques, bookstores, gift shops, boutiques, interior decor and gently used treasures.
Remember to click once on the first photo below each shop to see larger views of the pictures... |
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Fashion Boutique
String of Pearls is new to downtown Elkin, and located at 122 West Main Street. Owner Rebecca Caldwell chose Elkin to open her shop because of its charm and friendly atmosphere, and offers new and gently worn designer clothing, shoes, belts, handbags, and jewelry with styles that range from feminine to professional, along with beautiful vintage jewelry, hats and handbags. Stylish jeans too. You'll find name brand clothing at reasonable prices, including Cache, White House Black Market, DNKY, Bebe and more. Hours are Tues-Fri 10am -5pm, Saturday 11am-2pm. Stop in one time, and you'll be hooked! Sizes for all women. Winter hours are Thursdays thru Saturdays. | ![]() Check out the website at www.stringofpearlsfashion.com. Click here for facebook. 336-977-2529 |
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Gift Shops and Boutiques
![]() | Aladdin's Hallmark is in North Elkin at 2119 N Bridge St (next to the Belk Department Store). This is not your ordinary Hallmark store, in fact it has some of the most interesting home accessories and colorful displays in town, and has been in this location for 21 years. Besides cards, stationary, and seasonal decorations, Tommie Ford (owner) also offers Willow Tree Collectibles, Tyler Candle Company, and Greenwich Bay Trading Company Botanic Soaps (made in Raleigh). This friendly group of girls want you to know they carry floral arrangements, wreaths, wine- lovers gifts, lotions, baby gifts, holiday cards, ornaments...you can even buy a Christmas tree fully decorated. Plus, did you know they offer free gift wrapping? Don't miss this great shop... only minutes north of downtown Elkin. Call 336-835-6702. Store hours are Mon-Sat 10- 7:30pm. |

Cloth Napkins Lifestyle Boutique is located in Historical Downtown Elkin at 209 West Main Street, above Dave's Antiques. Local native, Misty Lynch, offers a beautiful, vibrant atmosphere where women can come and be inspired with new fragrances, fabulous designer handbags, home accessories, stationary, smoothing and firming skin care products, yet these are only a few of the collections you'll find as you enter the "lifestyle" of her hometown boutique. Misty is also an event planner and organizer for some of the most beautiful weddings around. See more on her boutique facebook page, or call 336-905-9844 for more information. Store hours are Monday-Friday 10-7pm and Saturdays 10-4pm. Cloth Napkins is featured as the November 2011 "Business of the Month"...click on the tab above.

![]() | Diana's Bookstore and Coffee Shoppe is located at 127 W Main Street in downtown Elkin, next to the Reeves Theater. Referred to as "the bookstore like The Shop Around the Corner in the movie You've Got Mail", this bookstore is one of a kind, has the best $1 coffee in town, a wealth of literature about Elkin events at your fingertips and has WiFi access. Complete with large varieties of books, a coffee bar, sitting areas, children's cozy reading area, cards, toys, gifts for adults, children, and babies, along with Life is Good items, you just might find everything you need right in this fun little shop. They'll also order that special book you can't wait to start reading. Stop in and see owner Cicely McCulloch Mon - Fri from 9-5:30pm, and Saturday from 9:30-5pm. Call 336-835-3142. www.dianasbookstore.com to order e-Books, audio books & more. |

![]() | Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Gift Shop is on the south end of the hospital at the Main Entrance Lobby, and has a fabulous selection of jewelry, home accessories, wall hangings, holiday decorations, baby gifts, lotions and so much more. The staff is all volunteer and all of the proceeds go to meet hospital needs. There are so many beautiful things to buy, so whether you are visiting someone in the hospital, or just looking for a special, one-of-a-kind gift, this is a perfect place to shop and one of Elkin's best kept secrets! For more information, call 336-527-7201 or go to http://www.hughchatham.com/giftshop.htm. Hours are 7 days a week from 9:00-5:00pm. Volunteers work at the shop so times may vary slightly. ALSO, check under "Businesses you'll love reading about" to learn about the HCMH Thrift Shop on Main Street! |

New and Gently Used Treasures
Second Chance Consignment is located at 1153 Klondike Road next to State Road Animal Hospital and is a great stop just north of Grassy Creek winery. Renee Guizzetti, owner of Second Chance, has found a way to make consignment shopping chic. Smart shoppers know where to find the best deals in ladies/juniors, men's and children's clothing, jewelry and shoes, along with beautiful accessories to fill your home...and even a fabulous selection of prom dresses. Items come in on a daily basis so you will always find new inventory. Look on facebook for more photos and updates. Store hours: Monday - Sat 9:00am - 4:00pm. Call 336-874-2227 for more info or to schedule your own "drop off". |
Check out the huge selection of prom dresses! Plus, every Monday, all day long you can bring in your items without an appointment, however they must be "drop off only" meaning if they do not sell within allotted time, they will be automatically donated. Call 336-874-2227 for more information or to schedule a drop off. |

Salon Boutiques
Cottage Waters A visit with Karen Crouse at her cozy cottage in State Road (off of Hwy 21) includes many fun & fabulous options: manicures, pedicures, paraffin wax dips, Mary Kay cosmetics, and reflexology. Her specialties are Light Concept Nails (rather than acrylics) as these are an odor-free alternative to beautiful nails. Also available at Cottage Waters is Enagic Kangen Water which you can view at www.enagic.com. A day at Cottage Waters is special because Karen gives you individualized attention. Think of this place as your little getaway for relaxation and pampering. She'll do a fabulous job on your nails and you'll be on the right track to beautiful, healthier hands and feet. Call today at 336-874-7798, you'll be glad you did!
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