You won't find the same old tired children's gifts, toys and clothing in Asheville. There are several boutique and independent toy stores, baby shops and children's shops with unique, hard-to-find kid gifts.
Toy Stores and Children's Boutiques:
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Appalachian Craft Center
 | Appalachian Craft Center is a treasure trove of authentic mountain handicrafts. On display are works in wood, pottery, paintings, etchings, mountain-made toys, handmade rugs, quilts, jams and jellies, and more. |  828-253-8499 10 North Spruce Street |
Compleat Naturalist Nature Store & Gallery
| A discovery packed nature and science emporium. Full selection of binoculars and telescopes. Hiking guides, packs and hats, nature books and toys. Adjacent gallery features the world's best wildlife artists. | 828-274-5430 2 Biltmore Plaza |
Just Ducky
| Classic fashions for children featuring the JD line at 30 to 50 percent off retail. Many other fine lines available. Baby gifts, tea sets and music boxes designed to fit a mother's taste and a child's whimsy. | 828-254-4247 100 Charlotte Street |
Mast General Store
| Restored to its 1940s heyday, this grand emporium features vintage housewares, quality outdoor gear, and comfortable clothing for every mountain season. Mast General Store, an Applachian Mountain tradition since 1883. | 828-232-1883 15 Biltmore Avenue |
Once Upon a Time
| The area's largest complete children's store with more than 6,000 children's book titles, unique educational and "fun" toys and games, and a full range of quality children's clothing. | 828-274-8788 7 All Souls Crescent |
The Health Adventure
| The Health Adventure, founded in 1968, is celebrating its 40th year throughout 2008. The Health Adventure is a health and science museum for children and today's families dedicated to improving health awareness, promoting wellness lifestyles, and increasing science literacy through programs and exhibits. | 828-254-6373 2 South Pack Square |
Town Hardware & General Store
| Take a trip back in time while enjoying three historic buildings filled with great toys, practical housewares, hand woodworking tools, regional books, nostalgic collectibles and garden gifts. Shipping available. | 828-669-7723 103 West State Street |
William & Grace
| Timeless children's fashions for girls newborn to 12 and for boys newborn to 8. Clothing for everyday and special occasions including smocking, matching brother-sister outfits. Upstairs above Once Upon a Time. | 828-277-8991 7 All Souls Crescent |