On my last trip to Santa Barbara, I discovered a charming little shop, off the beaten track, (State Street) that represents what Santa Barbara is all about. There used to be tons of shops like this, but as I stated before, they are being forced out by high rent to make way for chain stores. Santa Barbara Arts features hand-made items from various local artists and now has an online store. If you're in the area and want a one-of-a-kind gift, please be sure to stop by and give them your support.
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