Story Shop Boutique
Get your Holiday shopping done early with these great vendors!
Bring your receipt from any vendor to the Merchandise table and receive a raffle ticket!
Open Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm
Libbey Park Fountain
We would like to thank all of the businesses below for donating items for our silent auction and raffle!
Art by Christy Hunter
Story Shop Coordinator
I am a woman, wife, mother, student, teacher, artist and I am so excited to share my love for Art with you!
I have been a stay-at-home, homeschooling mom for the past 13-plus years. My children have challenged me to look into myself and look at how I can become a better mother and person. It has led to long overdue healing. Through this adventure of healing, I have found Mixed-Media Intuitive Art. It has brought more clarity, happiness, and authenticity to my life. My hope is that we all can more easily tap into our intuition. Listen, trust, and act from the heart.
Imagination Depot
Handcrafted, old-fashioned wood and soft toys made with loving care and attention to detail like grandma and grandpa used to make. The wooden toys-Trains, Planes, Cars, Arks, etc require only imagination to play with. They are constructed of wood (no metal or plastic is used). The soft Rabbits, Cats, Teddy Bears, Mice, etc are made from washable fabrics, stuffed with polyester fiberfill and have hand- embroidered faces just waiting to be hugged. Our toys appeal to kids of all ages from 0 to 100 and are affordable for all to explore their imagination.
Toys are still made in America! We pride ourselves in being one of the few.
Imagination Depot is local, right here in Thousand Oaks. Not something that’s
made 1,000’s of miles away. We handcraft a wide range of toys which follow
American standards for toy safety. There is still a need for children to use their
imagination, we believe in time-tested toys for hands-on learning and exploration.
Cali Bracelet
Cali Bracelet was created by Kate James to pay tribute to her love of California beaches and their cool ,hip, funky styles. Super cute bracelets inspired by and named after California coastal towns. In addition to designing bracelets/jewelry, Kate works with the Asha Sewing Collective in Jaipur, India, bringing their lovingly handmade quilts to markets.
Firestick Pottery
Firestick Pottery, located amongst the citrus trees at 1804 E. Ojai Ave, is home to more than 40 local ceramic artists. We host pottery parties, classes for both kids and adults, and “Play with Clay” workshops for visitors.
Our one-acre studio and gallery are the showplace for HUNDREDS of functional pots and ceramic art pieces, from $3 to $300. Come by for a free tour or call Robin to reserve your space for class. We’re dog-friendly and kid-friendly!
Open 10 am to 6 pm every day.
(805)272-8760.
terry m sharp
Terry Sharp moved to Ojai 15 years ago and got himself a wood lathe. Ever since then he has been making wooden bowls. He only uses wood from trees that have already fallen or had to be cut down, giving his pieces a beautifully rustic look. Once he has secured wood from a community member or a tree cutting service, he repays them with bowls from the wood they gave him-a remembrance of the lost tree.
Jeca Made
Emily Jeca creates sustainable and functional home decor pieces from hand-poured cement, in Ventura California. She started with the desire to create one-of-a-kind pots for her plants and has expanded from there.
She creates plant pots, catch-all trays, trinket dishes, vases, wine chillers and more, along with candles in her own cement vessels.
All of her candles are made using a clean burning, natural blend of coconut apricot crème wax, crackling wood wicks and a high-quality blend of phthalate-free fragrance oils.
Amanda Colbeck
I’m Amanda. I work in higher education and homeschool my son by day, but work out of my home pottery studio any chance I get. My little family lives in Ojai and we like to take our camper to chase the wildflowers that inspire much of my pottery. My self care takes the form of clay and I’m grateful to share it with you.
From the Heart of Ojai
Leann Rains is the owner of From the Heart of Ojai, a nature inspired bath and body company with over 20 retail locations. She hand crafts her beautiful soaps, steamers, scrubs, salts, and lotions right here in Ojai. Her luxurious bath and body products are hand crafted in small batches using natural Earth sourced ingredients. Leann’s recipes are intentionally created and inspired by the natural beauty of the Ojai Valley. Leann believes Mother Earth provides what we need. She sustainably honors and utilizes natural resources by including captured Ojai rain water and gathering local botanicals in her artisan soaps. She also bakes her Shower Steamers in the Ojai sunshine.
The sense of smell is the biggest memory provoker, which adds to the therapeutic benefits of essential oils. Leann’s bath and body products include organic botanicals and essential oils and are created with love and intention to nourish your mind, body, and soul.
Leann has also made custom recipes/products for other businesses. Please contact her for details if you are interested in carrying any of her products or would like customization.
Rosehip Ramble
Rosehip Ramble is a dried floral and botanical wreath business created by Deborah Ewing. Born from a lifetime love of wandering the Ojai meadows, canyons, and mountains, each floral creation is inspired by her deep connection to the earth and the creatures that call the wild places home. Each wreath is one of a kind and handcrafted using sustainably foraged and curated botanicals.
Kasleberry
Born on Long Island, New York and hailing from St. Augustine, Florida, I am a graphic designer and artist living and working in Ventura, California since 2008. Kasleberry Upcycled and Design is a one woman run small slow fashion and design business.
Current artistic exploration includes: block printing on fabric and paper, ice dyed, bleach dyed and block printed upcycled clothing, and Cyanotype “Sun Prints” on fabric. I am conscious of being conservative as possible with our Earth’s resources in my artistic processes.
Raised by the Atlantic Ocean, nature has always held a strong place in my heart. I am inspired constantly by the beauty seen on this planet and the wonder of what lies beyond our universe.
The ability to share my works with others and leave a positive impression is my greatest delight.
Red Poppy
Stephen & Jamie Cowan are former small business owners in Ojai. Since retiring, they decided to do arts & crafts. Stephen enjoys making tie dye clothing & birdhouses, while Jamie enjoys sewing & beading. You can often find them at an arts & crafts show displaying their handcrafted items.
Eco Shumaker
Ventura California based ceramist, Eco Shumaker, has been honing her skills in ceramics since 2018. Originally a mixed media painter, Eco merges her 14 years of painting skills, 21 years of fashion design and life experience, bringing about a perfect union of skills and creativity to her new found love of clay.
Eco’s evolution into clay allows her to introduce another medium to this new found union and extend the range of her talent. Her use of clay allows her to challenge the boundaries of art, telling new stories by exploring the depths of 3D concepts in her compositions.
Cheerful Coyote
Cheerful Coyote is a small crochet business made up of a mother and daughter duo. They sell custom crochet pieces as well as crochet patterns for those who know how to crochet. They are greatly inspired by animals and nature. Each piece they create is one of a kind and is filled with love!
There is something so special about creating art with your hands and seeing the joy it brings to those who receive it! Sharing handmade art of all kinds is just one way of spreading light and love!
La Sirena Jewelry
Hi, my name is Caressa Cowan. I was born and raised in Ojai, California, along with my partner/husband (Eric Cowan). We have two daughters who love the beach. It sparked our love of collecting seashells, stones and sea glass. It inspired me to create handcrafted pieces of jewelry. "La Sirena" is a family project & now officially a business.
We handpick each piece we create. We want to share our love of the ocean with others by giving them a unique, one of a kind treasure. All our pieces are sterling silver/plated gold.
Fully Inspired Publishing
Hello, I’m Jenifer Novak and I’ve always believed Ojai is enchanted. After high school at Nordhoff I got my degree in Fine Art in Seattle. I returned to Ojai for several years working in printing and graphic design and then moved up north. I recently returned HOME to Ojai once again. I painted murals full time specializing in in children’s rooms for 15 years, and realized my favorite part was doing the illustration first! A friend asked me to illustrate a children’s book, and the journey began. I have designed and illustrated books for a variety of clients who want to be a published children’s book author. When I can bring my client’s vision to life with my art and creativity, I am in my happy place!
Sunrise
Via Lola
Hello! I’m Cat Craig, an artist living in the beautiful town of Ojai, California. At 29 years old, I’ve been sharing my art with the world for the past three years, although it has been a deeply personal practice for me since I was seven. Art has always been a form of therapy, helping me process and heal from childhood and young adult experiences.
In every piece I create, you’ll find a source of light—whether it’s the glow of a moon or the warmth of the sun. My art spans multiple styles, but I’m particularly drawn to landscapes. I work in a range of media, including digital art, ink, oil pastel, and watercolor, and I love experimenting with different modalities.
Mother Nature is a huge influence on my work. I take inspiration from the many National Parks I’ve explored and the adventures I’ve had—whether hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, or trail running. These experiences fuel the stories I tell through my art.
Sharing my inner world with the outside world has been a journey of growth and courage, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect with others through my work. I live with my wonderful husband, Shea, our playful husky, River Goose, and two sweet cats, Nemo and Pumpkin Patch.
Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me and my artistic journey!
Be Wyld Child
Be Wyld Child of Ojai, CA, specializes in handmade, uniquely wonderful, natural perfumes, nourishing solid lotions and lush makeup. Our Scents of Ojai collection captures aromas unique to Ojai and all of our scents are derived from nature, (we do not use fragrance oils or synthetics). We are the creators of Gratitude Perfume that features scents unique to the Ojai Valley! Our solid lotions and makeup also feature natural, recognizable ingredients along with our safer scents. We love to create our little luxuries that encourage people to take precious moments of self care and often people with sensitivies can enjoy our products over others. All of our products are made by hand in small batches in a little cottage in downtown Ojai.
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