What more could a girl ask for on Valentine's Day than a night at Penn and Beech creating your own…read morecandle? From the moment we walked in, it was cozy chaos (they were busy, of course!), but Rebecca made the whole experience absolutely fabulous! We picked our scents, jotted them down, and chose our candle jars. Picking a candle name is always my favorite part! Rebecca was a total pro, giving spot on recommendations for which scents paired best together. I wasn't loving my top three picks at first. We actually ended up swapping scents from each other's selections, and it turned out AMAZING! The value is great for the experience. Our jars were just under $40 each I believe, but they have a variety of jar options starting at $25, plus a larger, higher value option for those who want it. Penn and Beech is perfect for a GNO, date night, or even a team building event with work. Fun, interactive, and totally IG worthy, definitely a Valentine's Day win!

Customer Service: Rebecca was very attentive and knowledgeable!! She was quick to check if we…read moreneeded anything and was so patient with giving her scent combo recommendations. I especially appreciated her interest/participation in smelling the combos when mixed. Would love to have her help again next visit! Looking at all the scents in the store, the selection could seem overwhelming! But you are encouraged to take your time as you pick out your favorites. It is worth the time to evaluate and see what 2-3 scents you want to mix up. Value: The experience is priceless! But to make your own candle and have a drink could run about $30-$40, and I think it was worth it. This place is perfect for a slow chill day when you need calming, or even a date night! I'm definitely coming back!

Such a cute place! Very, very cutesy. I'd say this spot is more chill than other candle-pouring…read morebusinesses I've been to. The staff that was there when I visited was pretty young, which could explain the laid back vibe--but they were all very nice, helpful, and super knowledgeable, which was awesome. Starting with the not so great: - A downside to this particular place is that instead of choosing different scents to mix, they already have them pre-mixed. For example, champagne and clean linen scents are already combined, rather than letting you choose and mix them yourself. Since it's structured this way, it does speed up the process, but I will say there are still a few pre-mixed scents you can mix together that would probably turn out smelling great. - When I went to pick up my candle a few days later, I was disappointed to find that it was damaged. Not sure how it happened, but I was shocked when I unwrapped it to discover it was chipped. Even more disappointing was that the staff wrapped a damaged item without mentioning it to me. On the positive side: - It's BYO food and drinks, which we loved. My friends and I brought a bottle of prosecco, charcuterie, and quiche to enjoy. Our server let us eat, drink, and chat before starting the candle pouring, which was perfect for catching up! - Parking is easy - Gorgeous vessels to choose from - Reasonably priced They also have a little gift shop with an assortment of trinkets!

My daughter and I went here for a Galentines Day Event. Having never been to a candle making venue,…read moreI really enjoyed it and think this was a very good value for the price. They have a wide selection of vessels to choose from for pouring your candle. You first choose a vessel and the price varies. Then you choose your scent from the scent bar. As you wait there is a small shop to browse, as well as photo opportunities. Once we understood what steps we needed to do then it was simple and they walked us through the quick instructions. We return in a few days to pick up our finished product.

This store offers solutions for a wide variety of ailments. My wife and I walked in and were…read moreimmediately assisted by Mickey. What a great experience. If you are on the fence about trying a more holistic way to heal you owe it to yourself to stop in and see if this is for you. Mickey is super nice and will provide answers for your questions. They have plenty to offer and will provide you with ways to save a few bucks on your way to a healthier you. Even if you aren't looking for something right now stop in say "HI" and look around, you'll be happy you did.

I've been wanting to explore cannabis products for lower back pain and on a whim stopped in to…read moreReleaf Wellness. Upon walking in, you notice how sleek and clean the store is. Mickey - who I believe is the owner - was quick to greet me and help me out. I explained my situation and he was extremely helpful, as I am completely green to cannabis / THC / CBD products. We chatted for 10 minutes or so and I was on my way. Honestly, I thought I was going to be totally out of my comfort zone. I am the furthest thing away from anything having to do with weed culture. This isn't that. If you've been considering these types of products for medicinal reasons, go see Mickey at Releaf. He's very friendly and answered my questions thoughtfully.

it was a great experience me and my girlfriend had a great time and felt comfortable. and it's nice…read moreto create something that you never knew you could create

It was my first time at Penn & Beech in Carmel and the experience was quite relaxing yet a little…read morestressful. Relaxing because I was able to go at my own pace with the help of the knowledgeable staff to select up to 4-5 scents out of over 100 scents to add into my "pour your own experience" candle. Stressful because, how do I narrow down my selection of scents to use and what matches good with each other?! But I made it work. I think i found one of my favorite local spots for self-care time. The space is bright and welcoming, and smells amazing as soon as you walk in. It's perfect for a date night or small gathering. Plus, the candles are high quality with lots of different "vessels" to choose from that range in price value. Or fun thing to know, you can bring in your own vessel to use. One of my favorite parts was stirring up the candle to mix the scents to my liking, felt like a chemist without the labcoat though...goof times. I also found the parking to be easy and I would easily come back to make another candle. Thank you for a fun afternoon in Midtown Carmel.

A beautifully curated shop with an eclectic mix of gifts you won't find anywhere else. Great for…read morefinding that perfect, one-of-a-kind present.

Overpriced boutique with greedy owners that won't offer returns. They apparently have a small sign…read moreby the cash register that is not clearly visible with all the clutter on the counter and the employees dont tell you no returns either as they are more concerned with being on the phone then give you customer service. Sad when you have to ask for a bag and your items just get shoved into a cheap plastic bag. Typically around the holidays, most stores make exceptions to their return policies but not greedy sisters.... I like to shop small business but next time I'll stick with pottery barn and save my money and receive better customer service

If you're wondering where to get a cauldron for your next batch of spells, this is the place…read more All jokes aside, The Playful Soul is wonderful, and I can't believe I just discovered it recently. Yes, they do actually have little cauldrons available for purchase, but they also have lots of crystals and gems, books on yoga and wellness, incense and holders, oils, jewelry, clothing, smudge sticks, tote bags, a few foods and beverages and lots more. The retail store is small but they carry a lot of goods made by local craftspeople and purveyors. You can tell that every single item on display has been carefully considered and lovingly chosen. The place smells heavenly, the lighting is lovely, and the air is peaceful in here. It's a nice place. I want to come back and attend one of the yoga classes that they offer each week. They also offer meditation classes, sound baths, reiki and other services.

I just had the most amazing experience at the playful soul. I was guided to do a reiki session and…read morefound the playful soul again. I had an hour reiki session with Larry and he is most certainly a master. It's only been a few hours since my session and I already feel healed and grounded. Thank you playful soul ~ I Love You and thank you Larry you are the BEST

I was walking to go into Sephora but noticed there were fragrances in Bluemercury and soooo happy I…read morepopped in! They have a lot of products that I use for skin, hair, makeup and candles. I fell in love with two scents from BO. I can layer them together. I also bought some makeup and hair product. I absolutely had so much fun exploring at Bluemercury and definitely will be back! The lady was so helpful and knowledgeable. Great experience!

Yes! The team of girls that greeted me at Blue Mercury today made my day. It was our first visit,…read moreand when I let them know they toured my son around, preparing custom samples of expensive cologne, explained the luxury brands they carried, the rewards program, and prepared me for the major sales event coming up. A luxury skincare store that feels like a treat to visit and is inclusive and refreshing!

Nice tea spot. My tea was spot on, I ordered a black tea called Paris and it was delicious. The tea…read moretasted of caramel and vanilla and a bit of Bergamot. Really enjoyed it, I drank the whole pot. We had reservations and they accommodated 10 of us. I had ordered the high tea when the reservation was made, they need to know this in advance. The high tea was $45 on this day. Our waitress did an excellent job of taking care of us. On this day the two cakes they had were a raspberry coconut and a chocolate bourbon. They both looked delicious. I did bring a slice of the raspberry coconut ($10) home for the hubby and he loved it. My high tea had 8 finger sandwiches on the first tier, a scone and clotted cream on the second tier, and 2 macarons, white petit cake, and raspberry shortcake on the third tier. Also while we waited for them to prep our table we shopped in the gift shop at the entrance. They also had a nice sale going on where the clothes on the porch were 50% off and some others inside as well. Nice spot, the only thing is construction going on near it and parking is a bit of bear. Although I did find a spot right out front.

Great experience! I was shopping nearby and decided it was time for lunch. How about a tea shop?…read more(Thank you, #whereisSherman?) There was plenty of parking, since in front, more to the side. The rennovated house is charming and you're greeted inside (also, maybe on the porch) with their boutique clothes and gifts. I was seated quickly as there were only 5 people in the main room. The second room was filled with a large group. Grace was my server and she did a lovely job, not rush me but being very attentive (until the end.) I tried the Paris tea which I cannot make at home. Theirs was delicious with a little cream. Yum. I drank an entire pot. I also ordered the pick two-chicken salad and lemon chicken soup. The soup came out tepid and it took me a while to get Grace's attention as she was also serving the large group but this was finally remedied. The soup was delicious and chock full of chicken and vegetables. I also loved the chicken salad, served on a lightly dressed bed of greens with candied pecans on top. It took far too long to get my bill but I'll blame that on the large group, maybe.

I had a wonderful time exploring this store. They have a wide selection of unique gif worthy items…read morefor any celebration. I must say some items seemed on the pricier side to me. The service was wonderful! The staff is so helpful and courteous. They answered our questions and took the time to take us around the store as needed.

My daughter loves Silver in the City, so this is where I go when I want to pick her up a special…read moregift. I usually shop at the store on Mass Ave, but I was in Carmel, so decided to check it out. The clerks were busy stocking shelves for Christmas when we entered, but welcomed us with big smiles. The shop seems a bit smaller that their other location, but still carries most of the same merchandise. They are known for their silver jewelry by various artists. Currently, they are featuring charm necklaces. An Indiana theme runs throughout the store with everything from Indiana necklaces to Indiana kitchen towels. It's a great place to pick up a gift with candles, art and even some local foods. I even saw a few toys and puzzles today for the kids. I was looking for a funny card and they have a small selection of cards but they were somewhat inappropriate to give a daughter. But they do have lots of crazy socks. There is street parking or parking behind the building.

Fun selection of items and gifts. Great for special events. Gifts and just around the houseread more

If you like finding unique gift ideas for yourself or friends, I suggest stopping by this little…read moreshop that sits on the Sullivan Hardware property. After walking through the hardware store, this shop is on the south end of the property. After climbing a few stairs to enter, the house turned shop has lots of nooks and rooms for a wide variety of items. Gift cards, holiday items, women's clothing, themed socks, kitchen items, etc. can be found inside. If you need help finding anything, the staff seemed helpful and answered questions. I found a few items and the checkout process was smooth and quick. I'll bring my wife next visit so that she can check out the merchandise. Review #3439