I want to give this very special gifting, boutique 10 stars if I could! The care that Khara put…read moreinto selecting these very beautiful candles and gifts, for any occasion is out of this world! Mariana who works there is an absolute angel, and I just love her sense of humor as we're picking out unique and funny gifts for friends and family.they do large gifts for corporations,clients, my realtor, friends consistently use Khara's collective for their closing clients . It's my one stop shop if they if I want a gift mailed and packaged beautifully, they make me look like a rockstar when I'm gifting! The people that I have sent to this boutique always call me afterwards and thank me because once you know it, you will always use them! Prices are great. The finish product looks like a million bucks!

Five Stars just aren't enough. Khara is the absolute best at what she does. Her shop is full of…read moreunique and special gift items for every occasion. I shop for my family, myself, and she does a great job with corporate gifting as well. Khara isis the one stop shop for your gift needs. The attention to detail on her wrapping and beautiful presentation is truly a talent and makes gifting so easy. Khara collective will become your go to for every gifting need and you will want to go back just to hang out with her and her staff. They are so personable and fun!

Such a fun store!…read more My daughter did a bead animals class there yesterday, and it was well-organized and clear. The staff was very welcoming and they have a great variety of handmade art and crafts by local vendors. Think crocheted stuffies, handmade jewelry, craft kits you can take home, and more! This is a great place to find a gift for all ages or take a class. Highly recommend!

I have my children's books and cards for sale at CoLabCrafts. As a first-time vendor, I have…read moreenjoyed working with Tatiana (the owner) and she has been extremely supportive. I am constantly in awe at what the other vendors make and sell in the store and find myself buying their products to give as gifts. I recommend everyone check out this store for unique items to buy for themselves or for others. Also, if you enjoy doing crafts, try out the classes that are offered here.

Adorable cute little shop in Rancho Santa Fe where you can find from died flowers and crows to…read moreorganic cleaning products to retro 70s embroidered aprons and bandanas. The owner is super friendly and will take her home to explain each product in store and its uses. Also, since the business is about household, she can also help you find that personal chef for the food you have been craving or that personal assistant living-in running all your errands. Nice discovery while I was in the area!

Adorable & Memorable Date Spot!…read more While visiting Old Town, my boyfriend took me to Toby's Candle & Soap Shop and it ended up being one of the cutest memories of our trip! I'm so glad he brought me here, but I sure wish I had taken more photos because the inside is so beautiful and peaceful. We got to dip our own candles in different color wax (so fun!) and picked up some of the best-smelling incense I've ever found -- and everything was super affordable! Amazing service, awesome prices, and the vibes were unmatched. Honestly can't wait to come back the next time I'm in San Diego!

One of my favorite shops to shop in whenever I am in Old Town. They have such beautiful carved…read morecandles and so many candle options in general. I love creating custom sand wax and dipped candles! Going for each season to make different sand wax candles is so fun. Such a unique activity to do during a visit. They have delectable scents for their candles as well. Not only do they have candles, but they have shower steamers, soaps, room fragrances, etc. Great place for family activities, visiting tourists, gift shopping, and more!

Came here on a Sunday evening with a friend. We just happened to drive by and we were so excited to…read moredo something crafty. The employee working was super nice and helpful. They have so many jar options to choose from and different price options. Loved all the scents they had available to choose. I think the only basic they didn't have was plain vanilla. They had other options but it was mixed with something else. All the other scent options great! The $5 add on for sea shells or stones for the top of your candle is a fun edition! We were able to add these half hour after making the candle. So there is a bit of a wait to let the candle settle after making it but we just walked around a bit and still were able to take out candles home same day. There is a two day wait after making it until you can use it. It's totally worth it. So much fun!

My friend and I randomly stumbled upon this place while wandering around Carlsbad Village and…read morehonestly it was such a vibe! Super fun and lowkey therapeutic which was exactly what we needed. The staff were awesome, super friendly, and walked us through everything step by step. We got to pick our own vessels and scents which was honestly the best part. I mixed mango coconut and pineapple together and it smelled so good! We threw some glitter into the soy wax mix because obviously we had to and we even got to design our own labels which turned out so cute. The candle needed an hour to cool so we went off and explored the area and then came back to top them off with some stones. They turned out so pretty omg! The price was worth it! Oh and since I was giving mine as a gift one of the staff members tied a little ribbon on my bag without me even asking which was such a sweet touch. If you're looking for something fun and a little different to do you have to check this place out!!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This store is great! It's definitely one of the friendlier witchy & metaphysical shops in North…read moreCounty. I loved how open the store was, and all of the products were organized really well. I think the product curation is pretty solid and could benefit every level of witch/spiritualist. They have crystals, candles, deity statues, spell oils, herbs, and a whole ton of other witch adjacent things. I'm personally not into psychics, but they have a wide variety of people that they work with. If you're into that, I'd def suggest checking this place out and looking into the readers. A few customers were taking about how happy they were with their readings! I also dig the store's community involvement with hosting various events and workshops. The store cat, Louie, is an absolute vibe. He's so sweet and friendly! I really loved being greeted by him and the occasional run in once my partner and I started to wander around the store. He even 'blessed' some of my crystals :) The owner is also super friendly and knowledgable! This place is a definite stop if you're into crystals and witchy stuff. Parking is a little annoying, but that's downtown Escondido for you lmao. I like to park a few blocks away and walk over, as the store is def worth it!

Great shop. Has everything you can think of with homemade teas…read more The readings are pretty amazing as well. It's a little hard getting in touch with them but worth it once you do.

A wonderful addition to the Miralani Maker's District! I was picking up a coffee and bite at Jaunt…read moreCoffee Rosters right next door when I noticed Braid & Wood with its doors open and beautiful plants & decor out. Being a house plant lover, I had to check it out. The pots and plant holders all looked so high quality and presented beautifully, with a modern styling. I love the wooden stands! The owner, Jenn, came out and chatted with me and helped me out with a purchase. She told me that the pots are made from spun aluminum which is a unique but sturdy material for pots; they look clean and the shape emulates ceramic vessels. I also love that there is a drainage hole so you can put the plant directly inside the vessel! I got a large snow pot ($14) and a philodendron to go inside it ($12). My total order ended up being $28 after tax, which is a great price. They have a lot of lovely options for planters, so I highly recommend coming here if you or someone you know is a plant lover. Jenn was so nice and I'm happy to support this small business!

Since Covid19, I found a more robust passion in collecting (& cultivating) house plants. A…read moreco-worker suggested IvyMay & Co. the beauty of this company is that if you're the San Diego area they do free home delivery! Even if it's 1 plant (like I did). They have a very robust Social Media presence specifically on Instagram, and they always post when they have restocks, tips & tricks, as well as giveaways (I hope I win one soon!). A lot of their prices are pretty reasonable as well! Their shop has expanded greatly, to include potting also for all their adorable plants and other decor... I recently bought a cute moon wall hanging. I definitely recommend them to anyone who asks, purely for the convenience of having them delivery for free, also they are VERY receptive and friendly and willing to give advice if you plant care questions. Last but not least they have the cutest chief plant coordinator: COHEN! Check them out, they are amazing!

IvyMay you are THE small business I had no idea I needed in my life, especially during this…read morepandemic. My mini monstera and swiss cheese plants were the first two plants I ordered from IvyMay. Happy would be an understatement with my first time experience with IvyMay. I was blown away! Communication with delivery was timely and easy. I love the free local delivery service. I was hooked and recently bought more plants on two separate occasions. The prices are relatively comparable to a store like Pigment and much lower than some of the boutique plant shops in the North Park area, but the quality has always been top notch. One look at the soil and all the new growth on every plant from IvyMay and you'll know what I mean (if you're a plant lover). Best part about IvyMay is the TLC with the plant from before it's delivered to the time it gets to your door. I've been weary about longer distance plant delivery, but IvyMay makes delivery easier and better than an in store experience. I'm looking forward to adding more plants to my collection from IvyMay.