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 welcome thuis

i want money lots and lots of money.  i want a pie in the sky.

american book center (center)
like to read? in english? this is in the center of the city and has a great selection.  on the 1st floor in the back, they have magazines on sell too- it maybe be a couple months old, but still great to read in the bath!  you can also pay a small fee and get a 10% discount card for a year.  member of the awca? they card is free to members- apply at the next awca member meeting for the card.  they also sell the best amsterdam city maps there too, the maps show the tram routes, you will never be lost again.

atelier kaja (center-ish. utrechtsestraat)
amazing.  i can't rave about this shop enough.  have some old gold or gems, she can make them into something new. want something unique and special, no problem.  she also makes and sells items in her shop- but the true gem is the service she gives you and the way she cares about each customer.  she made my wedding bands and i have the sweetest little heart bracelet from her that was a steal!

JAN (center-ish. utrechtsestraat)
they don't have a website, but were written up in elle wonen.  i love to buy gifts here- especially my standard baby gift (precious little rainboots!). 

kado om de hoek
nice online gift store

otherist (center)
a knick knack store with super cool things.  they also carry yarn and some gorgeous bags by Billykirk.  if you are looking for a unique gift try this place. 

restored
they have a little bit of everything.  clothes for her and him, beautiful pottery (that makes an amazing wedding gift), books, and items for the home.