December 2022

6.

5.

9.

7.

8.

4. Pigment Assorted Goods, Prices Vary Pigment is a great place for local arti- san goods. Some of its offerings include these candles and necklaces by Sunshine Studios, Heather Luna ear- rings from August & Mae, wide hoop and Champagne crawler earrings by Jaxkelly, and Azuma earrings by Amorcito. Be sure to ask associ- ates more about the artists behind your purchases.

6. The Wheel Stoneware $39/$89/$99 The Wheel has been making one-of-a- kind stoneware pieces since 1988, offering handcrafted culinary goods that are durable and chip-resistant. These oval platters are available in 16-, 18- and 20-inch options from the brand’s Pan Asian and Buf- fet Lines. They’re a great way to upgrade any dinner table. You can also find many of these pieces in restaurants such as Vaga, Anime, and Serẽa.

7. Caminito Woven Tote $66, Beach Blanket $86 Caminito brings together two things we love: South- ern California and Mexico. Based in Encinitas, their line of beach essentials features hand- woven goods from Mexican weavers and artisans, along with handcrafted leather straps made in San Diego. This Mercado Collection Tote Canasta and Luna Dulce Blanket Roll are just the thing for the beach lover in your life.

8. Zoe Guitar Custom Guitars, Prices Vary Named after the founder’s grand- child, Zoe Guitars sells custom-made guitars crafted from rare and exotic woods. Patrons can choose everything from the type of wood, style of fretboard, bridge, soundboard, and bindings for a piece that is as unique as the person receiv- ing it.

9. Bird’s Surf Shed 7’6″ Egg, $1,210 Specializing in surf- boards handcrafted by local shapers, Bird’s Surf Shed has been outfitting locals with their custom boards for more than 50 years. This 7’6″ tinted egg was shaped by Bob Mitsven, who has been perfecting his craft since 1972. Your biggest chal- lenge here will be not leaving with a log of your own.

5. Mrs. G’s Jellies Hot Pepper Jellies Sampler Collection, $32 What started as unique holiday gifts for friends more than 20 years ago has become a full- time gig for Cindy Greaver (Mrs. G). Mrs. G’s offers small batch, hand-crafted hot pepper jellies. Her sampler pack is a good intro to her products and includes four fla- vors: Mango Ginger Habanero, Jalapeño Garlic Lime, Peach Habanero, and Ja-Ha.

43 SAN DIEGO MAGAZINE

Made with FlippingBook interactive PDF creator