More Ciao's Favorite Shops!

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Although I feature many shops in my posts, there are always more worth mentioning.


Located just south of Santa Barbara and Montecito in the charming beachside town of Summerland, Botanik is a destination for garden enthusiasts, discerning designers and those anxious to indulge their senses.   Set within the backdrop of a 1920’s Victorian, the boutique offers ever-changing collection of unique wares fills both the interior and private garden of this stop along California’s Central Coast.  Things from Europe too.
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Coastal Farmer's Market






Plum Goods (Santa Barbara) offers innovative beautiful art, textiles, glassware, jewelry, toys, cards and more; by hand, recycled, fair trade, organic or simply inspired.   A little shop with a big heart, Plum Goods encourages you to love where you live.



French flea markets








Lisa's very beautiful hand crafted jewelry and more at New Again Design
These are just some of her creative designs:





Vintage Wedding Cake Forks Stamped Mr. and Mrs.



 




There's no place like The Apple Farm, San Luis Obispo, CA., a gorgeous Inn, Restaurant, Bakery, Mill House, Spa and Gift Shop.  Featured in the movie "My Blue Heaven" starring Steve Martin (he meets his "mob" friends for lunch at the restaurant while he's in witness protection).







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