Curious Oyster Shoppe

I’m going to have to describe The Curious Oyster Shoppe as simply adorable. Another of the newer shops along the junction end of High St in Thornbury, it’s filled with jewellery, knick knacks, cards and women’s and baby clothes, much of which is made from recycled materials. The clothes are particularly fun and generally one offs, but fairly pricey given the whole locally made/​produced/​eco-​friendly aspect. There’s also a really terrific range of cards with funny slogans and cute pictures, some of which have a local twist.
A lot of the jewellery is pretty distinctive, such as necklaces made out of old spoons and retro pendants. On the whole, it’s basically the kind of store where you can’t know what you’re going to find in there on any given occasion, just that it’ll be something special. At the moment there are some vintage inspired first aid and sewing kits stored in metal, biscuit-​esque tins.
The owner is lovely and has a really natural smile that puts you at ease. A really fun shop that’s great to drop into.

Curiouser and curiouser! The Curious Oyster Shoppe is a little craft box brimming with local/​national designers of assorted jewellery, homewares, stationery, childrens/​womens clothing and just gorgeous little things.
Notable items include locally produced lip balm in kitsch tins, ‘Things By Bean’ gift cards with irreverent and anti Hallmark quotes at affordable prices. This is a cute gift store predominantly for the ladies interested in Frankie or other craft/​design oriented individuals. There are some real outside the square gift ideas and is one of the better retail offerings along this stretch of High street.
The store is inviting and owner/​staff is friendly, not pushy. I did miss their opening hours a few times but eventually found my way in. The majority of the stock is eco-​friendly and every sale over $ 90 is rewarded with the planting of a tree