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Country Living - Vintage Finds and New Found Treasures in Amador City
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Sandy Jurisich began her commercial adventure in this Gold Rush era city in 1975. She started coming to Amador County in the early 70s. Her visits convinced her that the area was wonderful. After marrying, she and John opened a shop in the building just barely seen in the bottom edge of the historic photograph. It is thought that it was an equipment shed for the local mine.
For eight years, John and Sandy made everything in their shop. They made spoon rings, macramé, sea urchin spine jewelry, soap stone objects, burl wood clocks, mother of pearl pieces, during the week days. Sold out on the weekends and then started the cycle all over again.
Later, the Kling Building became available and they moved to space that was once a saloon. This larger shop allowed them to add folk art and other handmade items by local artisans. They were there for 15 years. Sandy made a shift to country and shabby chic when the store moved across the street in 1998. It is the Weil Wareroom building, rebuilt in brick after the 1878 fire. Her skills are legendary.
Now in the third historic building in Amador City and running one of the longest continually operating businesses, the Ledger-Dispatch featured Sandy in 1982. Country Business Magazine, a trade publication, featured her in a 2009 Profile. Genuine customer service combined with fair pricing, keeps folks coming from far and wide. She has the old world skill of greeting customers by name! Sandy's hand-spun yarn takes one back to the days when hand-spun was the only yarn available.
John's fantastic pieces are truly works of art; many are actually signed. Come on in and visit. See how John transformed an old brick shell into a space that gestures back to the early days. Experience Sandy's warm "Welcome".
Seasons Open: Open throughout the year, Wednesday through Saturday from 11 - 5. Sunday from 12 - 5.
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Wendy Rogers wrote on September 14, 2010: Hello Sandy! I love to visit your shop any time of year, but, be prepared, I am on vacation and your shop is on my list of special places to visit. So I will see you soon! I cannot begin my Autumn decorating without seeing what you have to offer. Every year I unpack the special things I have collected through the years, and those purchased from Country Living are my most favorite.I look forward to seeing you :) ~Wendy
JoAnn Wasden wrote on September 13, 2010: I love this new site online and also you know I love your shop. I have been shopping at your shop since you first set up shop in Amador City years ago. I still have a basket you and your husband made about 30 years ago on my front porch filled with sugar pines. I have so many wonderful memories of you and your shop and know I can come into your shop and always find a treasure and good conversation. Don't ever close your shop I would be lost without it.
Louisa Jones wrote on September 13, 2010: Country Living is my favorite shop in the Gold Country. I've been a customer since the 80's! Sandy always has so many wonderful items. The homespun yarn is fabulous! I'm looking forward to another shopping trip and visit with Sandy soon.
Pam Edwards wrote on September 13, 2010: Hi Sandy! I love shopping in your store and visiting with you too. Years ago I made County Living a stop when my husband and I would take that scenic drive to the Gold Country several times a year. Now, my husband and I are blessed to actually live in this beautiful area. You and all the wonderful things in your shop are so very special. God Bless - Pam
Olene Mountain wrote on September 13, 2010: Sandy, your shop is always a stop I make when I am able to return to Amador County. I still treasure items I have purchased from you over the years. My daughter is the owner of a signed table John made; the only article I have given up. Best luck for the future.
Sharon and Phil wrote on September 12, 2010: We have been shoping at John and Sandys for many years and always find her and the store one of heart and soul. Thumbs up for this gold country delight!!!
Jodi Steenstrup wrote on September 12, 2010: Hi Sandy - You know how much I love your shop. You and your shop are so special! I love all my Country Living treasures!!
Diane Price wrote on September 12, 2010: Sandy, Your store is our number one stop on our annual December trip. You are also our number one favorite place. Your friendliness and your unique shop puts us in a joyful spirit for the rest of the weekend. God bless you, Diane
Dawn Jones wrote on September 12, 2010: I discovered Sandy's shop many years ago and it is my favorite in Amador City. I live in Missouri now, but keep in touch via email and always visit her shop when I come back to CA. Our home is decorated with many things from Sandy's shop so I have many memories of good times. Her shop is very cozy and takes you back to a simpler time.
Diane Bottini Thomas wrote on September 12, 2010: We've been with you since the beginning, Sandy. Often stopped on the way to or from our mountain cabin. We sold it years ago but always look forward to an annual autumn or holiday ride from the bay area to purchase new, unique treasures from Country Living!
Mary Jo Piazza wrote on September 12, 2010: Hi Sandy, Hopefully I will be in to see you sometime in October. Like the postcard.
Prescott wrote on September 12, 2010: Always a joy to visit!
Donna Paulin wrote on September 12, 2010: My mom and I have been visiting Country Living for at least 20 years and love visiting with Sandy as well as shopping for that unique antique or gift that fill the cozy store to the ceiling. Hope to keep visiting for many more years. Donna
Sharon Stanners Smith wrote on September 12, 2010: I loved this store from the moment I stepped in it over 10 years ago. Every holiday our house is filled with treasures from this treasure of a store.
Sara Oxman wrote on September 12, 2010: As newer residents to the Gold Rush/Sacramento area, Sandy and her lovely store are such a wonderful part of this area. My girlfriend and I enjoy our days out as just girls browsing your lovely store and enjoying your warm welcome. Thank you for the lovely pieces we have filled our home with so far. Warm wishes.
Nancy Bartelson wrote on September 12, 2010: Sandy, Terry Gongwer and I made many trips to Amador, especially in the Spring after our long winters in Tahoe. I love you and your shop and your wonderful warm greeting and personality. I wish you many more years. God bless you always. I am now in Southern California and my 1920 bungalow holds many country living "finds"...oxox Nancy Bartelson
Alan and Peggy Piccardo wrote on September 11, 2010: You have a wonderful and inviting shop. I love to come and visit with you. Our home is filled with your treasurers...Thank you for being so welcoming and sincere. The Piccardo's
Terry Gongwer wrote on September 11, 2010: Sandy, This info is great and very interesting to find out how your shop began. I have loved your shop for so many years. I lived in Tahoe for many years and now live in Camino and plan to continue to enjoy shopping at Country Living. You`re the greatest and have done a great job. Thanks Terry Gongwer
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