This is one of my favorite shops! Marcos and Susan are both very kind and knowledgable. I enjoy the…read moreinclusivity and respect for all paths, ethnicities, and traditions. I saw a review about not getting enough attention. The shop does get busy on weekends, but isn't that a good thing? I'd reccommend going during the week if you need more one on one. I got an African fairy statue for my daughter here and she loves it so! The people here are really good people and their prices are excellent.

The store had a good selection but I walked in with my partner and spent about 10 minutes or so…read more The person working (I think it's the manager or owner) completely ignored us. She checked in on the other two customers in the store. There was only three customers in the store. But she didn't even say hi to us and just walked past us multiple times. Just be aware and yes I am a poc.

I had a wonderful experience at the shop today. Addison was a joy to talk to and she was extremely…read moreknowledgeable. I ended up buying some small crystals to carry while traveling.

I was walking around downtown Campbell area and they have this little shopping area a few buildings…read morelike one is a small boutique ect . When I saw this cool crystal/ plant store it was really nice inside with lots of green vibrant plants all over the store . They have all the crystals/ quartz u can think of pretty cool stuff . I ended up getting a ring and some quarts. I was really happy with my purchase. The lady helping me was very attentive and friendly. When in the area, I would definitely come back to check it out again.

Me an a buddie of mine walked in to this place I never new was there and to say the least I was…read morevery impressed it's a little grey house about just before you hit the main drag walking at the beginning of downtown willo glen the place has sum really nice stuff in there you will problem find sumthing in ther for every body it's amazing and the staff is also very knowledgeable, professional, polite, and nice all around I highly recommend you on your way downtown. It's just before the movie theater there you won't be disappointed.

Hidden Jewel is a new antique shop in downtown Willow Glen. They have a nice selection of items…read moreneatly displayed in various rooms throughout the small house-turned-shop. Their offerings include jewelry, toys, knick knacks, vinyl records, kitchen items, and much more. I ended up buying a large wicker basket for a good price that was just the size I was looking for. I removed one star because the woman working there who I think is the owner was not friendly or welcoming. She may want to rethink her customer service skills. This location has held many different businesses over the years. I hope Hidden Jewel Antiques is able to stay for a long while.

I have loved Shady Lane at their past and present locations. This is one of the places I go…read moreregularly for family gifts. They staff is passionate and knowledgeable about the makers whose work they carry, and they carry such a wide selection of unique items by local artisans, as well as by global artisans. Most of the items I have purchased at Shady Lane fall under the category of jewelry, but I have also been very pleased with their selection of offbeat, small-maker clothing and outerwear. I appreciate that I can buy holiday gifts for a wide range of family members, from babies to adults, under one roof. A typical visit for me involves spending between ten and ninety minutes poring over their collection of Trollbeads (IYKYK). Then I move on to the artisan jewelry, the crystals, and the small woodworking (think jewelry boxes). And then, when possible, I blow kisses to the little dog behind the counter! I've also been to a few of their special events over the years, including a PassionArt Designs glass bead extravaganza. PS: It's taken me years and years to finish this review because it's one of my favorite places ever!

I love the jewelry at this spot! They have plenty of options to choose from and they feel very one…read moreof one if you know what I mean. The pricing suits the quality, I purchased a pair of earrings that are perfect and at a good price. I never realized it was at the same shopping center as Safeway, a true hidden gem!

Unique little boutique. Gifty and thrifty! Come here from time to time and always find something…read morehere. A lot of treasure at a good price. Bought an antique jadeiete teacup and saucer, couple pieces of jewelry, a book.

Whatnots and Doodads is a cute gift shop in downtown Willow Glen that sells both vintage and new…read moreitems. They have lots of whimsical home decorations, kitchenware, linens, jewelry, figurines, soap, body lotion, and much more. The shop has a cozy cottage vibe. I visited there recently and thoroughly enjoyed slowly going through the shop and checking out all the charming treasures. One of the things I really liked was a Hazel Atlas children's tea set in pastel-colored milk glass from the 1940s-50s (see pic). I also saw a nice secondhand Kate Spade bag for only $42. The women working there were very friendly and chatty. I understand they get new inventory all the time, so I plan to go back soon.

Today is Local Yarn Store day across the country, a day that encourages knitters to support…read moreindependent yarn stores, so I made it a point to visit Fillory Yarn, which is in my neighborhood. I used to knit a lot, but lost interest a couple years ago, and recently decided to try and get back in to it. When I arrived at Fillory I was immediately greeted and asked if I needed help with anything. I asked for a simple pattern to help ease me back into knitting. The staff member (maybe the owner?) guided me to a table covered in free patterns they were giving away for LYS day and said I should pick one and then they would help me find the right yarn for the pattern. I picked what I hope is an easy shawl pattern and then another staff member led me to the appropriate yarn section. There were so many choices of beautiful yarn I had a hard time deciding. I finally settled on a skein of Malabrigo in variegated shades of blue. I didn't see the needles I needed for the project, but it turned out they had them behind the counter. It was so convenient to be able to buy everything I needed at once. To top it off, they offered to wind my skein right then and there. Usually yarn shops don't offer this service on special days like today when the shop is crowded with customers. Fillory has been around for many years through several owners. They have a large selection of yarn and helpful employees who work hard. There is also a dedicated space for social knitting if you want to drop by to knit with others. They offer a variety of classes, too.

I don't always walk 40 minutes from my hotel when I'm in-town for a conference, but when I do, it's…read morein 85 degree heat and to visit a San Jose knitting store during the Bay Area Yarn Crawl! After my trek, Fillory Yarn was like an oasis. I immediately felt welcomed by the coziness of the store (it's very welcoming and inclusive), as well as the very friendly and helpful employees. Multiple said hi and welcomed me in, asking if they could do anything for me or if I needed any assistance. I've only recently begun to get into knitting and I loved their social knitting table! More stores should have that. I live in SF and I suppose SJ stores have more space for that. There were multiple people sitting and knitting and chatting. I also appreciated their sale section! I didn't buy anything from that section, but considered it. I also got a 5% off discount off my first purchase for joining their loyalty program. Everyone was so very helpful and friendly, quite a few employees and they all asked if I needed help. I loved their examples of items that were made with yarns they sold. They have an extensive collection and variety across types of yarn, materials, yarns for different items, books, accessories, and items across different price points--there is something for everyone and anyone, which makes sense. Fiber arts are political and I've been very impressed at how stores and fiber arts communities are welcoming everyone of all backgrounds into the fold. I'm disappointed but not surprised that some Yelp reviews reflect people who don't appreciate that inclusivity.

I had a great experience at the Blossom Hill craft store while looking through their board game…read moreselection. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They took the time to answer my questions, offered helpful recommendations, and made me feel like they genuinely wanted to help rather than just make a sale. It's always refreshing to receive such great customer service, and it made my visit much more enjoyable. I'll definitely be back for future board games and craft supplies. Thanks to the team for the excellent service!

I found this place by chance and it was such a great find!…read more The staff was so friendly and warm and the store itself was such a vibe. First of all, they had all the board games. Like, so many. I have a friend who supports new board game creators on Kickstarter so a few I was familiar with but so many weren't! I peeked in on a game session they had going upstairs and they were so welcoming and everything looked so fun! I really look forward to visiting again sometime. Definitely, definitely recommend!

Lovely store and owner full of beautiful and well priced items. She carries the Coyuchi line of…read moresoft, long wearing sheets, sweaters and lounge wear. Also pillows, throws, body care (scrubs) and candles as well as beautiful glassware. Well worth a trip in.

Charming shop full of unique, hand-curated East 'Coastal'-style housewares, home accessories and…read moregifts (stemware, candles, decor and furniture) including Coyuchi linens and loungewear, as well as Beekman artisan goat's milk bath and body products. Met the store owner and she is an absolute delight--revealed that she is planning amazing-sounding cooking events to round out the retail experience. A perfect gift shop for Los Gatos: a small business with a human touch, run by a lady who graciously treated me like a dear friend the moment I walked in the door. Am sincerely excited to see this new lifestyle store in Los Gatos.