The Things I Love

I lived in manassas for over 10 years. I can’t believe I had never seen or heard of this place. The store is unique. you can find little treasures. The lady was very helpful from my first call to the store to when I actually walked in. I was looking for something very specific and I found it there. Yay! I’m also interested in their tea time. Let’s see when I can get around to that.

This place is great for trinkets for your house. There are lots of cute little boutique items that you could want but what impressed me about the store is the woman who worked there went above and beyond to help me find an item that represented Manassas. When she discovered there wasn’t much or what we we’re looking for, she happily recommended other stores near her that could help us. That is good customer service. She didn’t have to recommend a competitor but she did and that was really appreciated. Will certainly come back!

I have followed this business through all three of the locations. It started out small and quaint. The owner seems to have a knack for picking merchandise that is classic with a twist. Sometimes I visit the shop just to get ideas on how to decorate my own home. Staff is helpful but reserved. I appreciate not being hounded to make a purchase. You can browse the nooks and crannies of each room without pressure to hurry. It usualy takes me at least three times around the shop to feel like I’ve taken it all in. Prices are varied, something in every price range. It’s a breath of fresh air, reminds me of the shops that your grandparents might have visited instead of a Marshalls or a Macys. I am in love with the line of clothing accessories she carries, very different.

About a 2.5: When I saw the name of this store, I was super excited as I love stores that offer a selection of random house décor, accessories, gifts, etc. However, when I stepped inside, it seemed kind of unorganized with a limited selection. There were some colorful candelabras and table-​top pieces, some scarves, and a limited nursery section. Pieces seem to be limited in stock, and the staff were a little MIA during the whole perusing experience. I just wished they had more items — more fun accessories, handbags, clothing, house/​garden décor, etc. They had a cute little patio out in the back, but no merchandise in site — maybe just for patrons to get some fresh air?

When I walked in the shop, the sales person behind the counter did not acknowledge me, even though I was the only other person in the shop.
I walked around, the pieces in the shop are unique and nice. As I rounded the corner toward the sales person behind the counter I noticed she was unpacking some new pieces. She finally acknowledged me and let me know that the objects were Christmas ornaments.
I tried to make small conversation with her and said they could also be used for everyday decoration and she spat back with a «No!» I was shocked! I spoke up to clarify (maybe I misunderstood) these ornaments may not be used for anything else? She again said «No!.»
That’s really to bad because I wanted to buy a few and use them for wall decoration, but… I walked out of the shop instead.
Very bad experience.

This is another cute little store in Old Town, Manassas full of totally random things.
I don’t even know where to start with what you will find there, you’ll just have to wonder around and see what you can find, and it’s all pretty random!
It’s worth the stroll around!

I can’t believe I’m the first one to rate this store!
We visited The Things I Love while generally touring Old Town Manassas. We would have missed it entirely, except that the owner of a nearby jewelry store recommended it to us. This place has atmosphere and then some. Every room is wonderfully theme decorated and stocked with gifts that are a delight to the eyes. It is easy to spend quite a bit of time browsing. Between the music, the smells and sights, this store is a little bit of heaven. Oh, and it also features home décor gift items that will please just about anyone. Almost as good as going to a spa. REALLY.