Boutique Bliss: Your Guide to Boutique & Gift Shops in LivCo

In the heart of Dansville, Spindle & Knots welcomes you into its charming Main Street boutique that’s stacked to the brim with colorful yarn, art supplies, and gifts, all with a whimsical, almost fairytale-esque appeal. No matter how you prefer to get crafty and creative, you're sure to find something inspiring in this space. Be sure to check out the store’s calendar of classes, and see if you can catch an in-store tutorial on knitting, watercolor, embroidery, painting, or spinning while you’re in town.

This long-standing staple on the Geneseo shopping scene has delighted customers for nearly three decades. The gift shop specializes in handmade and ethically sourced products, whether those items come from right here in LivCo or were lovingly crafted across the world. Books, body care, accessories, toys, and housewares all await, so you’re sure to find something extra special for everyone on your list.

Looking for that next great addition to your wardrobe? Or know someone who’s a big fan of all things Rufflebutts and RuggedButts? If so, you’ll need to stop into Bellissimo Boutique in Caledonia. The only authorized Rufflebutts and RuggedButts retailer in Upstate New York, the boutique also provides floral designs, home décor, jewelry and premium clothing and accessories.

Make tracks to the Village of Avon so you can check out this gift shop that proudly carries items from more than 50 other small businesses. Discover tasty treats, funky houseware, adorable accessories and lovingly designed décor all on offer, as are craft classes that will channel your inner artisan.

If you’re looking for a gift that shows that you (and your recipient!) have great taste, look no further than Geneseo’s Market on Main, where each gift option is just as stylish and sophisticated as the last. Items range from bath and body products to jewelry, décor to handbags, plus seasonal items and décor that are sure to become a part of your holiday traditions.

On Caledonia’s Main Street, Pastique is a delightful home décor and boutique gift shop where you can find the perfect present for another or yourself, and always at the perfect price. Here, you’ll discover a treasure trove of interesting finds and never know what you’ll stumble upon, but you’ll be glad that you did.

Don’t just support local this season — support local women entrepreneurs. At Lima’s WE Shop, it’s easy, as this boutique particularly highlights LivCo women makers and founders, by not only offering their wares but also giving them space to host community events, furthering each business’s success. 

Dogwood Trading Company delivers an old-fashioned gift store shopping experience. Step through the door and take your time browsing at a relaxed pace, discovering all the fun gifts just waiting to be uncovered. There are local culinary treats, cookbooks, and kitchenware for the foodie in your life, jewelry and handbags for the fashionista, the right décor to deck out a mancave for your favorite guy, and plenty of toys, books, and plushies for the kiddos.

All that retail therapy is bound to make you hungry, so stop into this shop that blends gift hunting with a delicious bite of LivCo baked goods. The Valley Shop in Nunda is situated in an adorable historic home, where you can peruse the multiple rooms stuffed with amazing gift options that’ll have you browsing for hours. Two Sisters Bake Shoppe, offering cakes, cookies, muffins, sweet breads and coffee, is right on-site.