Sustainable Shopping

Because going green is always in style. By Lauren

IN THE MAKING: Located in American Alley, this curated boutique and workshop features artisan goods, many of which are made using sustainable resources and methods. For example, the shop’s handmade leather bags by Pennyroyal Design use vegetable tanning, a process that uses natural tannins in tree bark and other plants rather than harmful chemicals. The one-of-a-kind jewelry from Siri Hansdotter is crafted with recycled precious metals, and other in-store items use ethically sourced fabrics and promote philanthropic causes.

ETHICAL CLOTHING: For the conscientious shopper looking to add a few new pieces to their wardrobe, this

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women’s clothing boutique in the heart of downtown meticulously sources all of its items from domestically produced and mindfully manufactured clothing lines. The “slow fashion” retailer emphasizes quality items with classic designs, plus jewelry made by local artisans.

ESTUARY: Offering “conscious goods for a peaceful home and garden,” Estuary is a woman-owned downtown shop with a curated collection of sustainable clothing, home, and garden items (don’t miss the smallbatch ceramics). In addition to sourcing fair trade and locally made goods whenever possible, the boutique donates 1% of profits to nearby organizations, reinvesting back into the community. •

Seed Savers

PLANTS FOR THE FUTURE

With a passion for saving, growing, and sharing rare seeds, the Petaluma Seed Bank is a distinctive shopping experience. The shop sells a thousand varieties of seeds in an effort to keep heirloom varieties alive for future generations. Peruse the collection and take home a unique find for your garden.

TAKE IT EASY

Lowcountry cuisine meets Northern California ingredients at Easy Rider. Try dishes like the seasonal petrale sole roulade or braised short rib.