What a fabulous cache of the most unique selection of almost anything and everything your little…read moreheart may desire. Home decor, (for the inside and outside), original art work produced by local artists, and lovely, lovely jewelry. This does not even begin to describe all the inventory tastefully organized in this cute, small store located in midtown Santa Cruz. I could have wandered around for much longer but I had dinner plans at my favorite Italian restaurant (Sugo) next door so I was on the move. I spent fifteen minutes checking out everything and wanting to buy something, LOL! And there it was. A cool, casual purse perfect for a day at the beach or on a sail... maybe even a hike. The only purse I brought was not suitable for outdoor activities. Score! It is adorable and so practical but also a one of a kind find. I love it. The price was reasonable for Santa Cruz. Actually I could see it costing about the same in my city. Home/Work is fun! I will return on future trips for sure. Maybe pick up some gifts for a few lucky friends. The woman working was so sweet. No pressure but happy to answer any and all questions. Street parking on busy, crazy Soquel Avenue is challenging. Perhaps find a side street. This store does not rely on tourists. It is supported and loved by the local community/neighborhood. (Check out the photos left by Yelp reviewers.) Home/Work is worth seeking out. Do not miss this treasure. It is guaranteed to bring you joy!

We had dinner reservations next door, but were early (natch) so we stopped in this boutique shortly…read morebefore they closed. It was nice, a bit eclectic, very clean, bright and well organized. Lots of stuff for the dining room and bar, games, fun cards and stickers. We got no flack for hanging out right up to closing time. In fact, someone else came in after we did.

Botanic and Luxe combines all my favorite shoppable things into one place: gorgeous healthy…read moreplants, local delicate jewelry, pillows, baskets, handcrafted goodies, candles and other scented gifts, wall art, travel and cook books, fine kitchenware. I mean seriously, did someone read my journal of Favorite Things and create this store just for me?!! L-O-V-E! There is no walking around downtown Santa Cruz without stopping by Botanic and Luxe. I have purchased gifts here as well as framed art (with a locally-made wooden frame) that hangs in my home, and recently attended their anniversary event where they had local vendors serve matcha and desserts, and they provided 20% off the entire store, so naturally I went home with another plant baby. Even though the store was PACKED with customers, they asked me if I needed help twice and also spent time giving me plant care instructions! Botanic is a higher-end plant shop, so expect to see some matching "luxury" prices as well. But people don't usually come here to get the best deal; they come to feel a certain way while they peruse a beautiful shop that sources many items locally, to get a certain level of service, and to be ensured a certain quality of product.

I absolutely love this cute little spot in Santa Cruz. I have a little tradition that every time I…read morecome here I buy a new plant. The day I bought the cutest little mini monstera. They also have a wonderful variety of different artisan crafts and very delightful scented oils. If you want to uplift your mood, come into botanic and lux. In a good mood immediately with all their soothing music and they're gorgeous atmosphere. The service is always very friendly and I plan to patron this place very often.

This place is truly amazing! It's tucked away in a building almost like a super hero's facility in…read moredisguised cause unless you look up and actually read the business sign you could very well NOT notice this place even exists. But I guess that's how comic book hero's roll, incognito. I'm not even sure if the younger generation even appreciates comic books like I do, but growing up comics were NOT considered cool, I remember getting made fun of for reading them, those days are long gone because of the movies and now everyone loves them. I've been coming to Atlantis since I was in middle school, I'm well into my early 40's now and hope this place never closes, the owner Joe is always at the shop, willing to help or order something he doesn't have. Truly an amazing place, I hope it sticks around for decades to come. Because comics are part of history and the contents of the comics are basis of many of the blockbusters that we enjoy today, thank you very much for the hospitality!

I've been on a hunt for a specific back issue of Dr. Strange so whenever I see a comic book store,…read moreI need to swing in. I'm so glad we just happened to park in the large parking lot next to this store. It was a delight. The store is much larger than it appears from the outside. Mainly because there's a whole second half you might not realize is there until you come in. The selection here is wonderful and the lay out newer issues in a very easy to browse way. The back issues are in your traditional long box that you need to flip through, but they're all labeled in a way that makes it easy to narrow down your search. While they did not have the specific issue I was looking for, they happily went online and found an online retailer that had it for a reasonable price. That's great customer service that no other store has ever shown me (including my own local comic book shop where I've been a regular for 10+ years). Even when I told them they didn't have to do that they insisted and had a site for me within a minute or two. I really appreciated that. The two workers were so friendly and helpful. When I mentioned I was from Los Angeles they asked where my local store was & immediately knew it and had nice things to say about the owner. You could tell they really loved what they did and the comic book community as a whole. While I don't know how often I will be in the area, if I am ever even remotely close I will absolutely come by again. This is one of the best shopping experiences I've has at a CBS outside of my area.

Helpful friendly staff, wide variety of supplies, somewhat reasonable prices, and open on Sunday…read more Fantastic!

I would drop a good chunk of my paychecks here on paint brands and tools you couldn't find at your…read moreaverage art store...sadly that is no longer the case. The selection has gone down a lot over the years. Discounts are few and not as generous. I used to purchase bundles of discounted materials just to experiment and add to my studio. The staff is still helpful but its weird to see the connected clothing store slowly taking up more and more space in Palace Art.

The service was so good, the staff knows a lot about every stone in the store! They have a…read morewonderful selection, the owner Henry was there when I visited and he is a wealth of information! I didn't know what I was looking for, just wanted to browse and see if anything caught my eye. They are so great about answering questions, I ended up with two beautiful pieces to take home with me. Thank you Henry and Susan for all of your patience and information! See you next time I'm up this way!

I went in there, asking to see his selection of necklace string, so I could fix something of mine…read more He insisted on me bringing in my stone for the necklace, and he would do it himself. He refused to show me what he has in stock. I wanted to do it myself and wanted help finding what I was looking for. Shitty individual. I'm assuming the owner. First and last time walking in those doors. Wanted to support local, but not when the attitude and energy sucks like that guy.

Everyone should know about this wonderful store in Felton. It's full of fabulous gift items -all…read moreunique and handmade. The owner does all the jewelry herself. The staff, Carly and Raissa were so friendly and helpful. I will return to this wonderful store since I am planning to purchase a very nice wedding gift here. Great value, ambiance and items for sale!

Mountainside Made is such a wonderful addition to downtown Felton. Amber makes the most beautiful…read morejewelry and it's so nice to be able to go look at it and purchase it in person. Besides her beautiful jewelry, the shop is filled with tons of unique things. There are special chocolates, cute cards, lovely soaps, candles, artisan olive oils, etc. the perfect place to find a thoughtful gift for a friend or for yourself. I could spend hours in this cozy little shop!

This is my favorite bookstore, and I don't even live in the area, but it is a must visit every time…read moreI'm visiting. Gary has the best book recommendations! He has little notes around the bookstore to guide you in the right direction if you are unsure of what to read. The selection is so vast, but if need be, Gary is able to order you a book or at least let you know when the book will be back in stock. The kids section is also so cute. There is a little sectioned off area for the kids that has books at the eye level of children and there are so many options from fun kids books to fun, educational books. And so many pens, stickers, and doodles kids (and kids at heart) also love. There are both new and used books in this bookstore, which is amazing because there are so many recent books that you can get at a deal and the quality is still fantastic! This place is truly a gem and I love to visit, and I already look forward to visiting again.

What a wonderful little bookshop in Santa Cruz. This bookstore is absolutely adorable with a good…read moreselection of recent and backlist books. I love the name and the logo too.

This is the cutest shop I've seen in quite a while!…read more I randomly discovered Jett&Rose when stopping at Alladin Nursery with mom over Mother's Day weekend. There was a lot going on out front, including people selling flowers, and the Corralitos Women's Club tabling and selling baked goods. Upon entering, you're greeted with a light, bright, and super colorful room. The vibes are very floral, pink, and spring-y. It's a "Home Decor & Gifts" type of place, with everything from clothing, to toys, books, picture frames, kitchen & bathroom supplies, and so much more! I specifically loved some of the themed (Bridgerton & Emily in Paris) cocktails and cookbooks, as well as the unique and delicious smelling candles. The owner, Amy, is incredibly friendly and has a wonderful personality. She had recently got a new puppy, so mom and I were absolutely loving chatting with her while saying hi to the precious pup. This definitely seems like a shop that's geared towards women, however there are enough cute and fun things here that I definitely enjoyed looking around! Whether shopping for a significant other, family member, or even yourself, you'll see some unique and awesome items that you won't see everywhere else. If you're in the area, definitely stop by Jett&Rose! If you're not in the area, this place is definitely worth the drive. Come support Amy and this amazing local shop!