• “Wow. I don’t know if this place always looks like a whiskey-soaked, yellowed-from age, antique haberdashery had a baby with a stagecoach driver of an old man in long underwear and a dusty top hat. But this place is such a sepia photograph come to life that you can smell the flash bulb” Glen N.

    “Gallery meets Antique Store!”

  • “We’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Dana at Tumbleweed Found in our line of work, and we can’t recommend her enough. She is incredibly hardworking, with a deep sense of integrity that shows in everything she does. She consistently puts her clients’ interests first, ensuring that every detail is handled with care and professionalism. Her genuine passion for antiques and estate items shines through in her approach, as she takes great care in finding the right home for each piece. If you’re looking for a team that truly values the history and story behind each item, Tumbleweed Found is the perfect choice.” BeNeat Personal Organizers

  • “Dana has the highest cultural and artistic aesthetic breathing new life into antiques, ephemera, art and jewelry from forgotten days. Beautiful curation presentation in a warm welcoming space made for treasure hunting, discovery and exploration of time past. Ten stars!”
    Laura K

    “It’s a WOW Store, girls!”

  • “Tumbleweed Found is an incredibly unique, eclectic, and richly creative artistic haven in our town!! The love and the care with which absolutely everything is presented is palpable. It has the feel of an art exhibition, with Dana so beautifully curating each piece’s history and story… bringing it to life and allowing it to shine! Such a treasure chest of discovery! Tumbleweed Found exudes class, style, and beauty in a way that makes this truly a very special and one of a kind boutique.” Suzanne R

  • ”Much more than a store. As the soul of the Bay Area diminishes into pottery barn beige Tumbleweed Found rises from the ashes to remind us of the importance of an aesthetic sense in our daily lives. Simultaneously, holding space for a variety of carefully curated goods that represent art, culture, science, history and a deep love for Santa Cruz. All this while not feeling untouchable or out of reach, there is a price point for everyone there. It’s a place to stoke your creative flames and pick up some amazing pieces that you will cherish daily. I’ve given several pieces as gifts and those have become treasured mementos to friends near and far.” Lea P

  • “One of the nicest galleries we found on a recent trip up and down the west coast. A must see. Well curated objects of art/Antiques without all the clutter. Very nice people. We hope to make it back soon.” Sonora West Trading

  • “Dana, the owner of Tumbleweed Found has the curiosity and passion of a museum curator and has created a beautiful, light filled space that's a pleasure to hang out in while you ponder an amazing collection of objects. I always find something there I want to know more about, who created it and who's hands it passed through...and Dana can answer these questions about the things she consigns. She helped my family with my father's estate with such care. I could not recommend her more highly for this task. She recognized the value in some objects I might have sent to the dump and was meticulous in her cataloging, also finding things of importance to our family that we were grateful not to have lost.” Adam R.

  • “I'd give this place 6 stars if I could. This is more than just a vintage/antique shop. Through consigning pieces from her long-time customers and through her estate sale business, Dana comes across so many interesting, one-of-a-kind items, many with a unique story to go with it. Last week she had a gold plated rotary phone that had me intrigued. Love, love this place!” Janet R.

  • “Simply exceptional. Part museum, curio, art gallery… but all for sale! And the proprietress is a delight” Steffani C.

    “My happy place”

    “Thank you for being here! This is so much more than a shop. It reminds me of how Santa Cruz was in the 70’s—meaningful, rich in culture and a community meet up space. “

  • “Tumbleweed Found is a community treasure. It’s full of beautiful items and also full of heart. I had the honor of being the First Friday artist for the May–June 2025 show, and it was a truly great experience.

    Dana, the owner, is very professional and supportive. She made sure the show was a success by promoting it on social media, through First Friday, and in other ways too. Many people from the community came to the opening, and the response was amazing.

    As a Santa Cruz artist, I know how important it is to have a local space where artists can show their work in a professional setting. Tumbleweed gives that opportunity. Dana curates everything in the space with care and respect. Because of this, the store feels warm, welcoming, and special.

    Whether you are an artist looking to show your work or someone looking for a unique treasure, I highly recommend Tumbleweed Found.” Bridget H., Artist

  • “Friends told me about Tumbleweed Found and I am so grateful they did.

    Tumbleweed Found is the most interesting and well curated shop in Santa Cruz. Dana, the owner and manager, has created a beautiful, community-oriented,
    creative gathering place. It is an artful museum-like shopping experience. Her eye for detail, the origins of each piece, and the story behind it, endows each
    purchase with meaning. From original or historical art to vintage jewelry, and other ethnic or estate wonderful finds, it has become my favorite store.

    I have purchased and consigned many pieces, and am constantly impressed with Dana's research and the discovery of the emotional and historical story behind
    each object, as well as her very fair pricing. Tumbleweed Found is a true downtown Santa Cruz treasure.”

    Barbara W., Artist/Designer