The Cedros District in Solana Beach

I really enjoy visiting the Cedros District in Solana Beach. If you have not taken time to tour this area, just a block east of the coastal route (the 101), it is well worth the visit.

I am not a big clothing shopper (much of my shopping is on-line) but I do enjoy shopping for art, antiques, home furnishings and garden/patio. If you are only into clothing, this area is not the best place for you.

But if you are shopping for your home, looking into a designer, decorator, or architect, or planning your own remodeling and redecorating projects, then this is one of the better venues I have found in San Diego.

I spent a good part of the afternoon there the other day and decided to write about it. There are lots of photos and a visual tour. So stop by an take a look at my Shopping Stroll in the Cedros District.

I'd love to hear what you think. And if there are particular places that you liked, let us all know.

AntiqueShopping in North County

Yesterday I discovered a couple of great places to poke around in if you are an antiques shopper.

They are both good for simply enjoying the stuff that is out there for sale, but also for hunting down collectibles, furniture, jewelry, glassware and other things us antique lovers like to look at and buy.

In Oceanside - check out Coast 101 Home and Garden, located at 1828 S. Coast Highway. Stop in and ask for Ann - she's the owner and she has a wealth of information, and will help you find what you need. And she's great fun to talk with . They can be reached at (760) 757-1257. There are several other fine stores nearby as well.

In Carlsbad, north of the village - visit Amie's Antiques Mall. There is a wealth of stuff here, from many vendors. You can buy, sell and consign. Lots of other antique and consignment stores right in the same area (I still need to check those out). Amie's is located at 2825 State Street. Call them at 760-730-004.

Check out this site for a guide to thrift shopping and more in San Diego.