Artitudes

It was really fun doing a chunk of holiday shopping here! I had picked out one item, but ultimately bought several things as the salesperson was able to locate relevant items hidden away on shelves when I mentioned a specific person or item I was searching for. My favorite purchase was «picture» with a bit of oil and a lot of sand, which creates a new picture every time you flip it over. Artitudes has items in a broad range of prices — a necklace that was gorgeous but priced beyond what I would pay, and multiple pairs of earrings that were affordable and that I liked. Will definitely go back. Located right next to the West Newton Cinema — and to the cut-​through to L’Aroma Café.

My go-​to spot for gifts of all kinds — funky jewelry, elegant scarves, pretty housewares. Friendly and helpful owners, too. A nice spot for buying or browsing.

I have been shopping here for years — this is my go-​to place when I need a nice present for my wife (often earrings). Always something new and interesting, in a variety of price ranges. And the staff is always kind and helpful. Definiety a shop that calls for repeat visits! And you get to support local artists and a very good small business.

I was looking for a particular pair of earrings by a specific artist. I called four stores who carry the artist’s work — Valerie at Artitudes was the only one who seemed to care that I get the earrings I wanted. She called the artist right away, was happy to measure the earrings (they come in different lengths) so that I would get the exact ones that I wanted, and got back to me promptly — which I very much appreciated. I went to the store for the first time this week — and was very impressed. There are many lovely things there at different prices. My earrings are on their way and i am delighted!

Have gotten some great items here! Lots of stuff for the table — serving pieces, napkin rings! Wonderful witches balls for the windows and great hooks for hanging pots and pans in the kitchen. Love the idea of supporting local artists — yes some items are very pricey but the fact that you are getting a very unique gift makes it worth your while.
Bought a pair of earrings for my mom — she lost one in the airport. Went back to the store to see if anything could be done. The owner (?) called the artist and she said she would be willing to sell me one earring — how awesome is that?

Artitudes has a great reputation for having stunning and unique products. They sell a lot of one of a kind items from local artists, which generally can come with a high price tag, they are however currently working on acquiring some lower price point products, things the average person can afford. The owners have great taste and are some of the nicest people you could want in a neighborhood shop.

Earlier this evening I went down to Artitudes with my girlfriend to try and find a gift for her sister that we are visiting this weekend. We’ve pass by this place a couple times and saw this great metal cat sculpture in the window that caught our attention. We thought this would be perfect to bring on our trip to surprise her with. However the price tag was a big dent in our plans…$ 124.00. Way too much for what we were willing to spend; so, we decided to browse around the shop to see what else was available. Sadly, most of what was in the store cost more than $ 25.00 even for the simplest of things like a light switch cover made of stone.
I am definitely for supporting the arts but one thing I never understood is how stores like this survive with prices being so high. If everything was more affordable I would be a frequent customer. Everything here was well presented, colorful and had a great amount of creativity behind it. I just wish that we could have bought what we wanted from the start. Maybe when it’s on sale.

Really nice stuff, but so far out of my price range that visiting there is more like a museum trip as opposed to a shopping trip. One day I will be able to afford something awesome from Artitudes… one day!!!

Cool, unique and interesting gift ideas if you don’t mind spending on some pricey items. Colorful and original pieces.