I cannot fully describe the extent of how much I wanted to open my own apothecary upon entering…read moreEarth Cura and meeting Bonnie, even though I have zero knowledge of anything apothecary related. Bonnie and everything she makes (!! On site!!) are so darn cool and magical. Her shop is tucked away in a little nook between downtown Carmel and a residential neighborhood, so it might be easy to miss. Absolutely walkable from anywhere you park, of course, and 100% worth the visit even if you don't buy anything! I wish I asked more about the teas and remedies she makes, but she has so many of them targeting any ailment a human could possibly have. I was more interested in her candles (my guilty hoarding pleasure) because I love crystals and their meanings. Her smaller ones in the gold vessels are $52 and larger ones in locally made pottery are at least $150 I believe. Everything she offers is on her website except her beautiful candles since they sell so fast! My friend had her eyes on a pink quartz candle, but I said we can come back right before it closes if she's still thinking about it then. Of course we went back, and she actually fell in love with a different candle! ...and I did too. I first saw one with dominos that looked cool, but when we came back I saw one with a lapis egg. Bonnie had just made it that afternoon and set them on the display. We both LOVE the joy and peace our candles bring us :) Truly straight out of a fairy tale, the tiny spell shop by the sea!

Such a really nice store with such great gifts. I will be back. We were recommended to come here,…read moreand with her natural products and items and gift..this is the place. I will be back real soon when I have more time to shop. Great place for holiday gifts that are unique and wonderful for the people that you care about and love.

Went today after a beach trip. They were open half hour before closing, which is nice. I can't say…read morehow many times I go to a small shop only to arrive with doors locked before closing. Great art brands here. I was hoping for more variety for Caran D'Ache but at least they carried it! Employee was friendly. Cat was cute! Price was great at 2.50 a Neocolor. Great little find. Thank you!

The ladies who work here are kinda 50/50. In a many times I've come to Imagine they've ether been…read morevery lovely and great to talk with about all sorts of mediums! Other times they're... definitely not as friendly. I told them both on separate occasions that I do loads of mediums, mentioned digital and felt like I activated a sleeper agent. Both have gone off at me saying "that's not real art". Which is understandable and, please just say that rather than that AND a 30 minute rant on how younger generations are giving up on art because they don't see many kids in there. We're not, just being told our art isn't art. The cat is the best employee. 10/10, great greeter. While the quality of the supplies is good the price is difficult. Buy pencils from here and checked the brand store online and it was $15 cheaper. Which is understandable because it's located in PG, with other crazy prices and business expenses being what they are. If you are already friends with either of the clerks you'll probably have a much better time than I.

If you're anywhere near Sand City, do yourself a favor and stop by Untamed Fire…read more I wandered in after a psychic reading to pick up a couple of things that had come up during my session, and somehow I walked out with so much more. The moment I approached the store, I was greeted by Augie, Lynette's sweet pup, and then by Lynette herself--who, by the way, has the most gorgeous violet hair. I found everything I was looking for (and then some), but what made this visit unforgettable had nothing to do with crystals or candles. Lynette made me a cup of tea, we chatted about how she opened this store and what kept her going, and within minutes I felt completely at ease... welcomed, included, and genuinely cared for. She shared that what keeps her going is the incredible sense of community she's built through the store and the beautiful souls who walk through her doors. But I'm not sure she realizes she's the heart of it all. Her warmth, kindness, and authenticity are what make this place feel so magical. Untamed Fire isn't just a metaphysical shop--it's one of those rare places that makes you want to slow down, breathe, and listen to what your soul is quietly reaching for. Huge shoutout to Lynette for creating such a beautiful space. If you visit, go with an open heart. You never know what your soul might be drawn to.

Love! An amazing selection that's gorgeous. Best magical shop in monterey! Absolutely worth the…read morevisit

Doud Arcade is a fun little area. And this store is an incredible place. So many brighly colored…read moreworks done in wax. Amazing variety of candles with such an array of colors and scents. I would visit here often just to be mesmerized by the art of wax. Great place for unique gifts . Many one of a kind works of art..a truly incredible shoppe

Actually little "shoppe," as so many of these little stores seem to bill themselves. Ask manners of…read morecandles and related accoutrements ...anyone who loves candles would find something--and mortar for themselves or as gifts. It's actually a bit overwhelming to be surrounded by so many many candles, all different shapes, varieties, types, etc. A word of caution: this store is not for those who are sensitive to scent--virtually all candles have some sort of scent. This is located in a charming old world feeling alley, named " ... Arcade." Many price points, would make a terrific gift, which is exactly what I did when I got something for my sister in law.

Such a great little shop with magical treasures....so much to look at and the vibe in the place is…read morewonderful. I think the owner was there...wish I had got her name...was so kind. And she even offered me tea! If you are in Monterrey, drive 7mjn and go to this shop.

I would highly recommend anyone living here or coming to visit Monterey to stop by and visit this…read moreshop! One of the owners Lynnette was there and she was so sweet and offered tea. There are so many pretty crystals and they're better priced than my home town! The vibes and energy are so welcoming and warm, it felt like being at home.

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 have a new favorite shop while visiting Carmel. This shop is an absolute gem. Their selection of…read moregift boxes covers every imaginable occasion, and each one is beautifully curated. The owners bring so much joy and expertise to the experience. They are friendly, upbeat, and incredibly good at helping you choose something meaningful. Their boxes are creative, thoughtful, and a hit with me. You can even purchase items separately if you are not in the market for gift box. I'm officially obsessed. Exceptional service and exceptional people. Five stars all the way!

This place was very nice and put together! An amazing boutique selling a variety of items. The…read moreworkers were also very assistive and welcoming adding to the atmosphere. I got a jelly cat that resembles a cloud and am stoked! Service 10/10! Value and product is 10/10!

Worst customer service EVER. Me and my sister had stopped by the shopping center and she decided to…read moreenter elizabethW, while i stayed behind looking through other stores. When she came back to me she was in literal TEARS out of frustration because of the encounter she had with the staff from this location. She proceeded to explain to me how when she walked in three staff members which she described as the typical white girls ( blonde, tall, slick back and lots of jewelry) stayed by the cash registers and rather than attending to her like ANY OTHER STAFF AT ANY OTHER STORE WOULD DO they simply stared at her and mean mugged her. Mind you we're hispanic and you could tell from a mile away, so obviously this isn't something one would take lightly. She stayed in the store for a few minutes and decided to ignore the nasty stares she was receiving from the staff but she noticed how when another customer who was fully WHITE, the staff actually went over and attended them, asked them questions and all of that stuff. Now to me I see this as very obvious racism how come when a white person wants to come in now you want to be all up in their face asking if they need help but when it's a person of another race you wanna put stank faces on ??? what kind of person does that?. Overall this store has employees with disgusting behaviors who are clearly racist and I am beyond furious about it, DO NOT SHOP HERE.

Hello , I was in Monterey yesterday with my family bought a really nice reversible jacket along…read morewith some plushies for my nephew, didn't realized until we had already left but our baby's backpack was left behind under the jacket rack in front of the register , tried calling but doesn't seem to be going through , if you could pls reach out id like to arrange something in which we could retrieve the bag left behind thank you . Enjoying the jacket , thank you

We always stop by when we are in the area it's the cutest gift shop with the nicest employees…read more Prices are really good! It's worth going in and looking around!