Indie Beauty Business Owner: Crystal Williams, The Balm Shop & Co.

Indie Business Owner: Megan Reynolds of Jamila Collective & Fulton + Market

Indie Caramel & Sweet Treat Master: Nancy Flint, Sugar Mamma Caramels

Indie Jewelry Artists: Alex & Andrea of We Are Andrex

Indie Gemstone Jewelry Artist: Kassi Grunder

Indie Bohemian Jewelry Artist: Suzette Cunningham, Elephant Trunk Up

Indie Air Plant Artist: Kara Cross, Mist and Sea

A great place to brunch in San Jose: Scrambl'z

Better Together: Indie Makers & Craft Beer

When you have time to visit only one bookstore in San Francisco, visit this one.

A very bookish afternoon in San Mateo

3 neighboring businesses in San Luis Obispo you must visit

A morning in Solvang, CA: 4 independent and local spots to visit (that aren't wineries)

Laguna Beach Books: A peaceful haven for visitors and locals

The best place to buy your next beach read? Beach Town Books

Pigment: Where you can be a shopper and a creator

Grab an afternoon pick-me-up at this Little Italy spot

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Get cozy in these 2 independent bookstores in Park City, UT

More than an Instagram post: The Last Bookstore in LA