Tahoe Shopping: Souvenirs

Bluestone Jewelry is North Lake Tahoe’s trusted jeweler for brilliant diamonds and gemstones, beautiful fine jewelry, treasured jewelry gifts and one-of-a-kind Lake Tahoe-inspired jewelry designs. This knowledgeable and caring family and their team members are ready to guide you toward your purchase for that special friend and/or family member or to treat yourself to a gift to be treasured for a lifetime. With the bonus of being located adjacent to the shore of Lake Tahoe with its gorgeous views, this store in the heart of Downtown Tahoe City will not disappoint. As with their other location in Historic Downtown Truckee, Bluestone also offers fine art paintings inspired by Lake Tahoe’s and the Sierra Nevada’s beauty. The Bluestone Jewelry team is highly experienced at refurbishing jewelry sets, creating new custom jewelry designs and assisting you with needed repairs.

Whether you have a home improvement project, are updating your home decor or are going on an outdoor adventure, Mountain Hardware & Sports has the expertise and products to help. As a 100% employee-owned and -operated hardware store with more than 45 years in the Truckee-Tahoe area, they offer a wide range of hardware and tools, outdoor apparel, sporting goods and so much more. With the help of their friendly employee-owners, you're sure to get the items and expertise you need to get your projects done or your home outfitted. Visit any Mountain Hardware & Sports store or Truckee Rents for all of your hardware needs, small equipment rentals, and more.

It is evident the moment one steps into Steve Schmier's Jewelry store that owner Michael Grant and his employees truly love the trade of fine jewelry. In this small, intimate shop, the representatives specialize in creating or finding that perfect piece of jewelry for each person. Because of the intimate atmosphere, visitors get one-on-one service, helping them find jewelry that surpasses expectations. A specialty of the shop is custom-made jewelry encompassing diamonds and precious gems. For that beloved piece that has lost its luster, Steve Schmier's Jewelry offers services that can take your old jewelry and redesign it into a treasured piece, allowing you enjoyment for years to come. 

It’s near impossible to spend any amount of time in the Lake Tahoe region without encountering the photography of Chris Talbot. His images of the lake and its surrounding natural beauty may be found on the walls of hotels (including a large exhibit at the Hyatt Lake Tahoe), restaurants, offices, homes and in gift shops throughout the basin as well as esteemed businesses like Raley's and Nu Leaf. Besides Tahoe, he’s also spent much of his life traveling the world and has wonderful images from throughout northern Europe and Central America as well as rural Nevada and other stateside locales. His photography of Asia is breathtaking and focuses on Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Singapore. Chris excels at real estate, architecture, resort, golf and food photography and has been published in numerous golf, travel and real estate publications. Talbot Photography also shoots portraits and special events around Lake Tahoe and has photographed nearly 1,300 weddings. Chris understands every aspect of photo composition and passes this knowledge on through custom photography tours around Lake Tahoe that are offered year round. He will take you to the most scenic spots and train you in the technical and practical aspects of taking the best photo you can. Whether you’re looking for a wedding photographer, some schooling on your camera skills (and a guide around the lake) or just something beautiful to hang on your wall, check out Talbot Photography.

Locally owned and operated, The Village Board Shop has been a cherished local establishment for more than 25 years now, and it's not by chance. They've consistently excelled at what they do. Whether it's the height of winter or the peak of summer, this is the go-to destination for snowboards, skateboards, stylish apparel and accessories. For winter sports enthusiasts, they offer comprehensive ski and snowboard rental packages that include top-quality equipment – skis or snowboards, bindings, boots and poles. Conveniently situated on Lake Tahoe Boulevard, right in the heart of town, Village Board Shop is committed to stocking the latest and greatest gear from an extensive array of renowned brands.