Stripe Design Group

I just got back from a day in Santa Cruz, where I discovered an adorable home and clothing store called Stripe. The store is owned by The Stripe Design Group, a "creative collective" company that, in addition to owning the retail store, does residential and commercial interior design. The store is more like a gallery than a shop, with works by local artists adorning the walls and fun design objects strewn about to play with and admire. The handmade cards, antique jewelry, old cameras, and delicate glassware were some of my favorite things. I walked out with this harmonica necklace by Garrett Jewelry.

The owner changes the decor of the store for every season - all the more reason to visit every couple of months. They also hold frequent events with local designers and artists. However if you can't make it down to Santa Cruz, an online store is coming soon to their website, www.stripedesigngroup.com.