the owner of this shop assaulted my friend with a nutcracker…read more in a complete accident, my friend knocked over a nutcracker and unfortunately slightly damaged it (a fixable matter and could have even been sold at a discount rate). he immediately said he would pay for it we apologized and decided to leave as to not cause any more issues. as we were trying to leave the owner began to yell at us saying "i wouldn't have made you pay for it but you should have offered" and we apologized again but he was getting more aggressive and we just wanted to remove ourselves from the situation. he came out of the store and literally BOOED at us as we were walking away. as we continued on down the street and turned the corner, the owner had FOLLOWED us to violently throw the nutcracker at my friend. the nutcracker fully smashed and the owner, a sad bitter excuse for a man, said (like a child fighting on the playground) "you broke it first!!!" truly cannot believe anyone would do this and no one should support this nasty mole man or his business.

Another great shop in Carmel. Lots of knick nacks. The couple running the store were both very…read morefriendly. I like some items, but as with most things in town. They were out of my price range. Still a great time

My cousin and I were looking for a store that was selling Jellycats since we saw another woman with…read morea Jellycat bag. We found elizabethW, and they had such a cute selection! The prices for the Jellycats are actually good too! There are also other cute souvenirs to pick from, and the staff are friendly. I would highly recommend coming here!

Very well arranged collection of various items including paintings, souvenirs, hand made goodies…read more The shop has a welcoming feeling, this is my third time that I visited and each time I have had this same feeling. Next time you are in Carmel do give this place a try !

Shop was ok but the reason why I gave 1 star because the gay guy at the cashier with short hair…read moreclean cut was rude.. He does not deserve to be in the cashier attending to customers... By the way, I bought more than $300 worth of souvenir items from this shop..

Good selection and great prices for Carmel merch. Neat and organized presentation. The staff were…read morefriendly and the location was convenient.

This is a cute store with everything you can imagine. It is…read morenicely displayed with that Carmel vibe . Staffs are very friendly and polite and they leave you alone to look around . This was my first time going in and it was on a Saturday afternoon. I needed to leave because they closed at 5 pm . I am planning to stop by again and will plan to visit earlier so that I have more time to shop . It has a wide selection of souvenirs and gifts from Carmel . Prices are on the pricey side but you can find high quality items here .

Carmel Bay Company was such a fun little place when you're in Carmel! The store is super cute, full…read moreof unique gifts, souvenirs, and little things you didn't know you needed. Everything is nicely displayed and it's the kind of place you can wander around in forever. The staff didnt approach us at all. The whole shop has that classic Carmel charm. Perfect place to pick up something for yourself or a gift. Definitely worth stopping in!

Carmel Classics has some really nice things, but it is definitely on the pricey side. $45 for a…read moreshirt is a bit steep, but we ended up getting them as a keepsake to remember our girls trip, so it felt worth it in that moment. The store is cute, well organized, and has that classic Carmel vibe. If you're looking for something special to remember your trip and don't mind paying a little extra, this is a good stop. Just be prepared for higher prices. service was great here! i appreciated they have a fitting room.

This shop has the best high-quality selections! I buy from them each year during my annual trips to…read moreCarmel. They hold up so well and fit perfectly.

This is always one of my favorite shops to stop in when I'm visiting Carmel! They have a great…read moreassortment of items for people who like to host, and themed and seasonal items. While the shop does specialize in crafting up the perfect gift box, they also sell just about all of their items individually, so you can easily shop for yourself. The owners are always very nice and friendly!

I was gifted my first box a couple years ago by a client of mine and fell in love. I have since…read moreused Big Little Boxes for client gifts. Linda is an absolute sweetheart and her gift boxes are top notch! Whether you're getting married, just bought a house, having a birthday.. gift yourself, or someone else, a Big Little Box!

This gallery is right next to First Awakenings' patio. When we had brunch Wednesday I looked at…read morethe pottery and glass in the window but it's currently open Friday to Sunday from 10-4. We stopped by today after brunch and I wandered through the gallery admiring the ceramics, glass, soaps and other wares. Everything is locally made, much of it by Bay Area artisans. Lovely music played overhead, classical guitar by a local musician. I chatted w/ the gallery owner, Karen Reynolds, who told me a bit about where the work came from. One of the most impressive pieces was a stunning Chanukah menorah made of stainless steel and copper. She told me it took the artist 130 hours to create! He's making the next one of bronze, which will take less time because of the respective properties of the various metals. I didn't even ask how much it cost. This one is made to hold candles, the next one oil. Alan came in heard the overhead music and asked about it. We mentioned the loss of both the classical and jazz radio stations here and how we've been stuck w/ a garbage station in the car. Karen mentioned that KRML was Clint Eastwood's station. It pleased me that he bought and brought it back to life. Alan bought a CD, but I know KRML's place on the dial, so I knew we could find it. We did and unfortunately it's not what it was. We listened to the CD in the car and it will be a lovely addition to our music collection. We'll probably return tomorrow before we head home so I can look at some of the pieces that have been calling to me. The gallery has been open in this location for 10 months. As of April 1 it will be moving to Carmel-by-the-Sea where it will be located on San Carlos between Ocean and 7th. I'm sure it will be right at home in its new location and wish Karen well. I look forward to visiting the next time we're in the area.

From the owner: We specialize in fine homewares made by California artisans. Please visit our new location in…read moreCarmel. Our website is pioneermadeincalif.com or on facebook; Pioneer Made In California. If you see something of interest please contact us and we will gladly ship anywhere.

This is a Carmel logo T shirt store , more on the country styles . It has many different designs,…read morestyles , colors . The shirts are mostly 100 % cotton and are pricy . Very good materials and cute designs. People come here for sweatshirts, local keepsakes, unique souvenirs. Staffs are friendly and there is a sale sections for T shirts and in many styles and sizes. A warm , welcoming atmosphere and with that Carmel vibe .

Nice find for some hoodies and t shirts. Staff were very…read morefunny and friendly and attentive. Prices are Carmel prices. Purchased hoodie and two T's.

Staff members were so nice. They have GREAT selections. Place is very organized, clean and full…read morewith great finds. They're not cheap but soooo worth it!

I love this store! There's so much for every (good taste) :)…read moreYou can tell a lot of care and consideration goes into every item curated for the store; from local artists, to the wide world.

Love, love, love! A must-visit if you're in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This is such a unique bookstore…read moreexperience- I'm pretty sure we wandered and explored for about an hour and could have stayed even longer. They have a wonderful selection of books, tarot cards, crystals, and of course, the secret garden... how does it get any better than that? The garden is incredibly peaceful and zen, and every step feels like discovering something new. Tucked in the back is a charming little shop with a cute selection of décor, wind chimes, candles, and more. Absolutely loved this bookstore. As a bookstore lover, this one is definitely at the top of my list

If you're in Carmel, you have to visit Pilgram Bookstore and Secret Garden. Run by a lovely…read morehusband-and-wife team, both spots feel like hidden gems. Pilgram Bookstore is cozy and has an amazing selection of books for being so tiny. It's easy to lose track of time here! Just a short walk away, Secret Garden is the perfect spot to relax. With its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful plants. Both places are full of charm and heart. Highly recommend them!