Hubs and I were out 'n about on a lazy sunny winter afternoon in downtown Woodland, CA. Just…read morechillin. There are a lot of cute shops and eateries. We parked in the public parking lot (free parking) and were walking towards Main Street when this shop's signage, Earthbound Ceramics, caught our attention. Hubs thought it was a ceramics shop selling...ceramics. We walked on in. There was a ceramics workshop in progress. No problem. The owner was there and she was super cool. She and her husband own the shop. She explained the ceramics workshop studio concept. They offer a variety of classes for all skill types and ages; and membership levels. Even the students inside were cool and shouted out praise. Chill, friendly community vibe. The students were ethnically diverse even. The shop interior was beautifully designed. Modern, contemporary comfort. There are pamphlets outside the shop. I grabbed one as we left. The classes (especially the advanced classes) are taught by professional, experienced artists. The classes vary by topics (by skill level)and they even have classes for the kiddos. They also offer studio time, membership rates, and party event rental. The class pricing is comparable and to me possibly a bit cheaper than their Sacramento counterparts. What caught my attention was the 2 hour wheel throwing class $50. Hmm ... I thought to myself that would be a nice introductory course.

Friendly, creative, and supportive atmosphere. They offer beginner classes on hand building and…read morewheel throwing pottery with experienced instructors.

What kind of store is this...? My dentist is right next door…read moreto Gelatin World. Just wondering what its all about, I walked inside after my appointment. You walk in to walls covered in gelatin molds, Not just a few of them. More like hundreds of them. From Mickey Mouse to spiderman, I'm pretty sure they have just about any mold you are looking for. WAIT THERE IS MORE Walk into the next room and from top to bottom on all 4 walls there are even more molds to choose from. Thousands of them. I don't think there was any wall space left ! So the store also sells a small variety of gelatin but not much. They also sell cake boxes of all different sizes, and other things used to decorate gelatin. If you are ever in the area stop by and check out the place. Its pretty interesting. I never knew that there was a market for gelatin.

Store never opened on operating hours unable to call or leave a message. Unsure why they stated…read moreopen if it never is

If you're in Woodland, you've got to check out Blue Wing Gallery & Framing…read more I've been here multiple times and have actually bought a few pieces over the years. Every time I walk in, there's something new that catches my eye. It's not your typical gallery. It feels personal, local, and real. Al and Sandy are awesome people. Super genuine, easy to talk to, and they actually care. They work very hard to make sure their clients are satisfied, and it shows in everything they do. No pressure, just good conversations and a real passion for their craft. The First Friday Art Walks are honestly one of the best things going on in Woodland. Great vibe, good crowd, and you can tell it means something to the community. I've enjoyed it every time. They've even delivered paintings miles away, which says a lot about the kind of service they provide. I live in Southern California now and I still call them for my framing work. That should tell you everything. Whether you're looking to buy art, reframe something important, or just have some time to walk around and check things out, it's absolutely worth stopping by. Thank you and keep up the amazing work you do for the community.

This gallery and framing shop in Woodland is a true gem! I am extremely glad that I stopped in to…read moreask about framing while on my way to Michael's a few years ago. All of the artwork and photos that hang on the walls of my home have been framed by Al and Sandy at Blue Wing, and they look fabulous! In addition to expert framing (and this really is an art in itself that Sandy does superbly), the gallery has artwork on display from local and regional artists. They also host special events including First Friday in downtown Woodland. Do yourself a favor and stop in Blue Wing if you're interested in getting some artwork or photos framed, or you're interested in art. HIGHLY recommended.

Ana was quick to respond when I needed a rush order and followed up to make sure I was happy before…read morefinalizing the project. My custom designed logo came out exactly as imagined and finished in time to give as a gift. We were very impressed with the professional presentation and care Ana put into her work.

My friend's husband of 37 years passed away, and she and her family were trying to put together a…read morecelebration of life in the midst of being full of grief. My friend purchased a sign-in book for the ceremony and wanted her husband's name on the front. My friend asked me if I could write it nicely, or if I knew anyone who could. In that instance, you know you should entrust that kind of thing to an expert, and Ana is an expert. She responded very promptly and had questions that put me at ease immediately: what was the book made of? Was it something porous? Going back and forth with a grieving family was slow-going, but Ana was patient and communicative, even with the tight turnaround. She was clear and upfront about what we should expect, and the price for her work was very reasonable. And the finished product was lovelier than I could have imagined. It was thoughtfully placed and even packaged beautifully. My friend loved the book so much and was so happy with the result. The whole experience was so positive and easy that I won't hesitate to add calligraphy to any special events that come along, because of Ana. Thank you Ana, for helping this grieving family!

Allie was the sweetest, most patient person ever! The embroidery on my stole came out just as I…read moreenvisioned, perfectly on time for when I needed it. It gets busy during grad season, so make sure you give yourself a couple weeks to work with! It's good to have an idea of what you want before you get there as there aren't many people working at one time to walk you through the options, but even then Allie was so detail oriented, and she made sure the spacing, font, text size, and color matched my stole and preferences exactly. 10/10 service, would recommend!

From the owner: Embroidery By Cathy is owned and operated by Printer's Ink. Along with custom embroidery services,…read morewe also offer many printed products. (We do not do crochet; this is the only "embroidery" category we can select in Yelp.)

After looking at a number of big box stores in our area for a new vacuum I would leave empty handed…read morebecause I could never find anyone who knew anything about the vacuum's they carried. Today I visited Woodland Sewing & Vacuum Center and was pleasantly surprised. The owner took the time to educate me on all the various brands (and there is a nice assortment of brands) he carries in his store. The experience was top notch and reminded me of the pride, and dedication of what family business offered in times long past. I was able to make a purchase on not just a vacuum, but the right vacuum for my household needs. I would highly recommend this store to anyone who is in need of a vacuum.

I took my Bissell Pet vacuum in for servicing and repair. The owner was so pleasant and upbeat. Our…read morevacuum was older & used so often, so I had no idea what it would cost to repair. Pavel got back to us, indicating that the warranty was set to expire in under a week. He did all the footwork to see if we could get a replacement part, as I couldn't find any of the warranty docs. The manufacturer stated that they didn't make those parts any longer. Pavel was able to negotiate an entire replacement before the expiration. Oh my goodness! His customer service skills are awesome. He is trustworthy. We are lucky to have his business and what he brings to our downtown area. We'll be loyal customers!