Swallow Gallery

Swallow was recommended to us by a friend recently, so we were on the lookout for it when we were in Cobble Hill the other day -- and we're glad we found it!

Run by Anne Prosser and Ria Charisse, it is one of the best stores around for glass and ceramic collectibles. The store is a light-filled gem of glassware, jewelry and ceramics designed by local, national and international artists.

We couldn't help but buy two stunning small aluminum bowls while we were there. We wanted to buy these amazingly perfect spider webs trapped in glass, but stopped just short. If glass and ceramics are your bag, this is your destination.