Patrick Tehan Below are more highlights of what downtown has to offer. A lifestyle store housed in an impressive 1910 neoclassical pillared building with the original ceiling and moldings. Opened nearly 30 years ago by the Martin family, ID carries an appealing mix of contemporary accents and furnishings, many imported from Europe and Asia. Owners Juleen and John Lisher carry a wide range of arts and crafts in their light, airy gallery. Big sellers include Marie Gabrielle s cheery watercolors of local landscapes and beaches and Bonny Doon s fragrant soaps and oils scented with lavender or lemon verbena.
Techies make the trek for the hand-thrown sushi trays as gifts for clients abroad.
The real Jessie May dreamed of running a boutique by the sea, but it s her daughters and granddaughters who have carried out that vision. Opened a year ago, this cozy shop is chock-full of vintage home and garden decor, including Victorian deck chairs, wrought iron furniture, plantation shutters and settees. Glass artist Rick Strini s new showroom carries the same award-winning creations found at the New York Metropolitan and Smithsonian museums. Working from his Santa Cruz studio, he turns molten glass into stunning vases, pilsners, flutes and tumblers. Ceramic urns by Mattie Leeds at Many Hands gallery.