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Peterborough gift shop Modern Makers Market
Peterborough gift shop Modern Makers Market
Peterborough gift shop Modern Makers Market
4+ YEARS IN TBR
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MODERN MAKERS MARKET

(4.8 Score)
651 Chamberlain Street,
Peterborough, ON K9J 4L9 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

✓ Home Decor ✓ Jewelry ✓ Art ✓ Signs ✓ Baby and Kids ✓ Rings ✓ Necklaces ✓ Bracelets ✓ Key Chains ✓ Hats ✓ Earrings ✓ Wristlets ✓ Glasses ✓ Stones ✓ Mugs ✓ Cards ✓ Baked Goods ✓ Soap ✓ Hot Sauce ✓ Bath Bombs and Body Lotion

“Modern Makers Market Shop always allows local vendors who are more creative and unique to enter their shop. Sarah and Laura are the founders and owners of this shop. The staff working at Modern Makers Market are very devoted to helping their customers. The interior of the shop is unique and makes you feel something special. They are more famous for unique gifts and crafts. They constantly update the gifts and crafts as per the trend. Their gifts make your loved ones feel more memorable and create a strong bond with each other. They also provide valuable gifts at affordable prices.

2025 Update: They offer a Shipping policy and accept the payment methods of American Express, Apple Pay, Bancontact, Diners Club, Discover, Google Pay, iDEAL, Mastercard, Shop Pay, and Visa.”

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License #301076295

Price:

Magical Morsels $4.00
Blind Date with a Book $12.00
The Pager-Turner Cookie $4.00
Cookie To Go From $3.00
The Golden Chapter $6.00
Drink $2.00
Bedazzled Books $26.00
Bookmarks - Assorted $1.00
Book Pens $3.00
Fudgy Fantasy Brownie $4.00
Bookish Bites $4.00
Bag of Page Turner Cookies $8.00
The Fiery Fable $4.00
The Fry Chronicles & Dip Tales $4.00
The Whodunit Melt $6.00
The Storybook Stack $6.00
Sorry Gotta Go Crewneck Sweatshirt $12.00
No City Lights Crewneck $23.00
Tired Moms Book Club Tee $17.00
Assorted Mugs $8.00
Cute But Full Of Rage Tee $8.00
One More Chapter Crewneck Sweatshirt $12.00
Campfire Social Club Tee $17.00
Canada Day Tee $12.00
At My Freakin Limit Tee $8.00
Music Ghost Tee $8.00
Rock Collage Tee $8.00
Lover Crewneck $12.00

Contact:

(705) 742-1000

Thu: 12pm - 7pm
Fri: 12pm - 5pm
Sat & Sun: 12pm - 4pm Mon-Wed: Closed

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Peterborough gift shop Watson & Lou
Peterborough gift shop Watson & Lou
Peterborough gift shop Watson & Lou
7+ YEARS IN TBR
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WATSON & LOU

(4.8 Score)
383 Water Street,
Peterborough, ON K9H 3L7 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

✓ Art Prints ✓ Linocut Prints ✓ Fibre Art ✓ Original Art ✓ Posters ✓ Wall Hangings ✓ Bags ✓ Bandanas ✓ Snacks ✓ Crafts ✓ Kits ✓ Pins ✓ Patches ✓ Puzzles ✓ Games ✓ Stickers ✓ Socks ✓ Teas ✓ Tarot ✓ Oracle Decks ✓ Jewelry ✓ Earrings ✓ Bracelets ✓ Rings ✓ Necklaces ✓ Bath Bombs ✓ Bar Soaps ✓ Bath Salts and Crushes ✓ Deodorant ✓ Face Care ✓ Hair Care ✓ Oral Care ✓ Nail Polish ✓ Perfume ✓ Scrubs and Butters ✓ Beeswax Candles ✓ Scented Candles ✓ Brooms ✓ Cleaning Products ✓ Glassware ✓ Kitchen ✓ Ceramics ✓ Stationery ✓ Greeting Cards ✓ Wrapping Paper ✓ Postcards ✓ Books ✓ Bookmarks ✓ Notebooks ✓ Notepads ✓ Japanese Stationery

“Watson & Lou aims to host a vibrant, beautiful, artistic hub that helps local artists and creators reach a broader audience. They encourage people to try out new art skills and help everyone find the perfect, rare, unique item they need. They are lucky to have access to a great range of local talent, with more than half of their production in Peterborough. With an impressive background in the service industry and vast strategic and managerial experience in entertainment, Erin spent her pre-Watson & Lou career acquiring an enormous array of skills to support her as an entrepreneur. They offer shipping on orders, and gift cards are available.”

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Price:

THISTLEMOON - BEE Necklace $30.00
The Inspired I - Floral Necklace w/ Ruby $86.00
Thistlemoon - Circle Necklace $30.00
Thistlemoon - Dinosaur Necklace $30.00
Thistlemoon - Bone Necklace $30.00
Thistlemoon - Lock Necklace $37.00
Thistlemoon - Citrine Necklace $41.00
Halfpenny Postage - LOVE HUG Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - ALL I NEED Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - BIRTHDAY DANCE PARTY Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - FLOWER BABY Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - FLOWER AND BEE Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - HAPPY COUPLE Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - LOVELY THANK YOU Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - ROUND OF A-PAWS Card $6.00
Halfpenny Postage - BUNNY CAKE Card $6.00
Kükoo - Infinite Amount of Positivity Card $5.00

Contact:

(705) 874-5569

Tue-Fri: 10am - 5pm
Sat: 10am - 4pm
Mon & Sun: Closed

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Peterborough gift shop Chapters
Peterborough gift shop Chapters
Peterborough gift shop Chapters
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CHAPTERS

(4.7 Score)
873 Lansdowne Street,
Peterborough, ON K9J 1Z5 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Halloween Gifts ✓ Books ✓ Kids' Books ✓ Gifts ✓ Toys ✓ Stationery ✓ Lifestyle Products ✓ Games ✓ Stuffed Animals and Plush ✓ Outdoor Play ✓ Kids' Games and Puzzles ✓ Kids' Accessories ✓ Water Bottles ✓ Candles ✓ Mugs ✓ Home Decor ✓ Entertaining ✓ Music and Vinyl ✓ Backpacks and Hip Packs ✓ Handbags and Totes ✓ Small Accessories ✓ Hats and Scarves ✓ Socks and Slippers

“2025 Update: Chapters is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated business. They have a wide collection of gifts based on your needs and occasions. Their products are featured with books, lifestyle gifts, stationery, greeting cards and wrap. They also have a wide selection of books, as well as coffee. Chapters offers free standard shipping on orders $49 and a free returns policy within 30 days. They also provide the facilities for in-store pick based on your convenience. Chapters offers a parking area to their customers.”

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Price:

Mugs
Under $15 (70) Refine by Price: Under $15
$15 - $25 (18) Refine by Price: $15 - $25
$25 - $50 (2) Refine by Price: $25 - $50
PRODUCT TYPE
Serif Monogram Mug $12.00
Boo-kShop Mug $12.00
Library Ghost Mug $16.00
Ghost Pumpkin Mug $16.00
I'm Fine Coffin Mug $12.00
Coffee Addict Mug $12.00
Ghost Cats Mug $12.00
Skeleton Hand Mug $16.00
Ghost Dogs Mug $12.00
Ceramic Peekaboo Mug $16.00
Jack O Lantern Mug $16.00
Cat Ghost Mug $16.00
Wide Eyed Ghost Mug $16.00
Skull Mug $12.00
Good Morning Pumpkin Mug $12.00
Wraparound Dragon Mug $12.00
I'm Busy Mug $12.00
Colour Change Forest Birds Mug $16.00
Crab Apple Tea Mug, 16oz $22.00
Everything Is Fine Mug $12.00
Dilly Dallying Mug $12.00
Silly Goose Mug $12.00
Hello Sweetie Pie Mug $12.00

Contact:

(705) 740-2272

Mon-Wed & Sat: 10am - 8pm
Thu & Fri: 10am - 9pm
Sun: 10am - 7pm

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MODERN MAKERS MARKET REVIEWS

What an incredible selection of local maker merchandise all in one spot! We buy so many personal gifts here. Gabby and Chantal are helpful, friendly and so much fun! This business is amazing for so many reasons but I especially love their commitment to LGBTQ2S+ friendly, eco conscious and Neurodiverse products.

Absolutely love this shop! SO many amazing small businesses in one beautiful location! You'll definitely walk away with something so special when shopping there and everyone working there is fantastic and just so sweet! They're so happy to help you find what you're looking for and answer any questions you have! Not to mention the Markets they run are an absolute blast! Highly recommend shopping there and attending the markets!

This is such a beautiful and unique shop. I always find something to gift, and something for myself at home. Chantel is so amazing- and I love knowing how I’m supporting local and smaller vendors.

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WATSON & LOU REVIEWS

Very nice, very eclectic, great staff. They have a small gallery in the back and I was there for that, my daughter had a piece on display plus it was the start of the Peterborough Art Festival.

This is a unique shop with all kinds of fun gifts that are quirky and distinct! A perfect spot to find something unique for a hard time shop for person! Awesome tiny art gallery in the back part too!

Just the best place full of unique items you can't find elsewhere. A must stop place if you're visiting or exploring downtown!

CHAPTERS REVIEWS

The prices are on the higher end, but the employees are very kind and they have a vast selection of books, magazines, puzzles, journals, and other miscellaneous items. I recommend going to this store but be aware of the prices.

This Chapters has one of the best book selections and such great staff! I do wish they still had the Starbucks so I could spend even more time here, but it’s still such a great place to browse and shop.

It is a beautiful location in the heart of the Kawarthas. Great location with friendly, helpful staff.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MODERN MAKERS MARKET Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Current Evaluation: 9
Responsiveness: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WATSON & LOU Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 8
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Responsiveness: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CHAPTERS Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Complete Info: 8
Contact Info: 8
Current Evaluation: 9
Responsiveness: 9
Review Analysis: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Website Source: 10

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