Such a fun little shop in Carmel! So many cute things to look at, and everything feels thoughtful…read moreand locally curated. You can tell a lot of care went into the selection -- nothing felt generic or touristy. There were tons of unique gift ideas, perfect if you're looking for something special or a souvenir that actually feels meaningful. I could have easily spent way more time browsing. If you're walking around Carmel and love supporting local businesses while finding adorable, one-of-a-kind items, this place is a must-stop. its on the pricier side.

Bright, fun, and full of personality. Somewhere in Carmel has two retail locations in Carmel, both…read morefull of colorful modern paper goods, coffee table books, beautiful cards and stationery, unique tourist T-shirts, home goods, cute socks, tarot cards, and creative crafts and DIY kits. It's a good stop for unique gifts and souvenirs. Thoughtfully curated--I picked up a few unique gifts here.

I'm not an artsy fartsy kind of person nor am I very crafty these days... I don't even own a sewing…read moremachine but I sure do love pretty fabrics and anything that catches my eye. This place is a little hidden treasure shop full of fun unique fabric, buttons, ribbons, thread, patterns and so much more. I've been dying to stroll in but I tend to hit up this neck of the woods (more like courtyard) after the sun goes down so I was ecstatic to drop in after a visit to Wells Fargo next door. This place was so packed full of eye candy that I just had to take a few photos. I purhcased a beautiful tropical piece of fabric that screamed Paradise and some extremely large wooden buttons they almost look like coconut shells. I'm on a mission to make make-up bags for my sisters and I. We'll see... hopefully finish this mini project before Christmas. The lovely lady who runs Findings is super sweet and warmhearted. I look forward to going back soon!

It was luscious. The fabric I found was just luscious - a wonderful, imported red and orange…read moreiridescent silk linen. Yes, I had lusted for it after having seen another woman holding it and showing it off at a fabric store in San Jose. I was drawn to it, like a fly to a disgusting piece of poop. Except the aforementioned poop was a gorgeous silk fabric - and I wanted it. Badly. But I found out from her that I'd have to drive my lazy arse down to Carmel-by-the-sea to get this silk. And so I did. What I didn't realize, was that Carmel-b-t-s has absolutely no addresses. So my hunt became even harder. Luckily, there's this new technology called a "phone" that I was able to use to ask where it was exactly located. This cute little store, on San Carlos St (between Ocean Ave and 7th Ave in Carmel Square) has buttons, notions, ribbons, and some great but limited fabrics. There were some good fabrics for interior designs. Nancy, the owner, is just a peach. She's helpful and friendly and everything I wish most fabric store employees would be like. I heart Carmel, and this shop just adds to its charm. Would love to come again and look around for more good "findings" :-)

Celeste was truly a breath of fresh air. On my first visit she was warm and kind, but the second…read moretime I came in, we connected even more. She took the time to give me honest, gentle feedback on the headbands I tried -- what really suited me and what didn't -- and it felt like she genuinely wanted me to feel good, not just make a sale. And she was right: these headbands didn't hurt my head like the ones I tried in the past. I always return to places where I feel seen and cared for, and Celeste made the experience feel personal and special. I'm already eyeing the beautiful bags they carry to help elevate my everyday style.

Very personalized service, and beautiful bags, scarves, jewelry, art and scarves. Loved finding…read morethis sweet store with a great selection of Graf Lantz bags from Los Angeles, and so many other unique items.

Great selection of pens, I've been in a few times and the staff is always welcoming, friendly, and…read morehelpful. I bought my favorite pen here!

This store is world renowned per the lady saleswoman inside. My wife took many photos inside &…read moreinitially outside as she visited it & Yelp pointer had it located in the wrong place! That's not the first time Yelp was wrong. Finally she googled it for the correct address. Live & learn! The selection looked limitless but bc we had other errands to run she didn't stay to shop. Maybe that was a good thing for me bc shopping is a sport for her! LOL If your favorite hobby is collecting fountain pens then this store is for you! You would definitely appreciate it! This store visit was made for our special & cherished friends Klaus & Karen in Germany. We have been to Carmel many times before but it was our first time here in this store & probably not our last. My wife does like to journal since she was a child and is always looking for a new journal book to write in! It appears they do have notecards too but she didn't have time to shop. I'm sure she will find that perfect item the next time! The photos posted here were for Klaus. Enjoy! Even for us driving to Carmel takes us 3.5 to 4 hours bc we hit traffic this Memorial Day 2025 weekend! But we had a special family wedding to attend in Monterey & chose to stay in Carmel trying a new hotel. So we accomplished several things in this visit! It was all good! Life is worth living & travel to those far corners like this hidden gem can be very special. It was certainly our pleasure! Thanks Klaus for keeping my wife aware of these retail businesses. Live. Learn. Love. Life. You get only one chance at life bc you may be here yet the next minute you're gone tomorrow. If you are in Carmel come visit but google those directions as Yelp pointer is incorrect! Just a small reminder!

We had the opportunity to cook with Valerie as a fun Fathers Day gift. It was a intimate setting as…read moreour own private session. She was fabulous including Dad who wanted to learn to cook fish better and involving the kids. It was a gourmet experience with a custom meal and two types of fish, marinated grilled artichokes and a delicious puff pastry appetizer. We now have new cooking and knife skills that will last us all a lifetime! She was very flexible, patient and thorough. Her time is worth every penny.

We had a very fun and productive evening with Valarie. She managed six adults and two children with…read moreease and grace. We learned new recipes, including four sauces. Thank you Valerie for making it a memorable evening for our family.

Lovely shop in Carmel run by a lovely lady! Some real finds here! If you like Eileen Fisher this…read moreis so much nicer.

From the owner: Beautifully designed clothing of imported fabrics, hand dyed and stitched…read more Textiles, clothing and accessories. Simple and elegant pieces in sumptuous fabrics: bias-cut silks, washable velvet & crinkled cottons. Uniquely detailed with hand-sewn ties, frayed velvet edging, inventive textures. Travel-friendly line of crinkled cotton clothing.Locally owned design studio & store.

To say this team only provides an exceptional food experience would be selling them short. More…read moreaccurately they deliver an experience that would leave any world class Butler, Maitre d, Server or Chef in awe. They say the difference between average and exceptional is in the details. These guys take it to a whole new level. Our group of 9 wanted for nothing over the entire weekend. Cocktails. check. Wine. check. Appetizers and Hors d'ouevres. check. Amazing dinners. check. Attentive service including clean up. check. Even an extra run to the store because someone needs more tequila and snacks! All done without asking. Carmel Private Chef is the real deal. We'll be using them again.

The best service ever. I would highly recommend them. They go above and beyond and help bring your…read moreevent to life by creating a highly curated and tailored culinary experience. They brought in food from local farms, wine from their favorite wineries and went above and beyond in every detail.

Ed, the owner, is a super guy - he has great framing products, gives you lots of options and…read moredoesn't rush you to make a decision and he's just an all around nice man. He really listens to what you like and seems to take a lot of pride in getting it right for his customer. I've had a number of pieces framed there and all are gorgeously done. And, he is done quickly even though I always let him know not to rush!! You'll be happy you selected him!!

I drove from the San Francisco Bay to have my three paintings re-framed in Tony's Frame Shop, based…read moreon my favorite gallery's recommendation. Ed is a consummate professional and a delightful person. He has an excellent sense for color, weight, texture etc. and his framing recommendations are superbly on point. I am very pleased with the outcome and I highly recommend Tony's Frame Shop!