Marin County’s retail scene just got a whole lot slimier—in the best possible way. Slime Kitchen, the hands-on slime-making spot that’s already hooked kids and grown-ups in several states, has opened at the Village at Corte Madera.
This is a pretty exciting addition for families around here, honestly. Now, from Mill Valley to Novato, locals have a new creative and sensory experience to try out.
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The new 1,787-square-foot shop is Slime Kitchen’s first North Bay location and its 10th store overall. Founder Kathy Ando keeps chasing her mission to spark creativity and connection through interactive play.
A Sticky New Addition to Marin County’s Retail Landscape
Slime Kitchen’s arrival in Corte Madera fits right into Marin’s growing love for experiential retail. Instead of just selling toys like the usual shops in San Rafael or Sausalito, Slime Kitchen lets you actually make your own slime—start to finish, in ten steps.
This hands-on thing? It’s already working in their other locations across California, Nevada, Oregon, and Iowa. People seem to love it.
What Makes Slime Kitchen Unique
The real draw is how interactive it is. You’re not just browsing—you’re in the thick of it, making stuff with your own hands.
When you walk in at Corte Madera, here’s what you get to do:
Founder Kathy Ando sums it up: “Slime is more than just a toy; it’s a sensory, therapeutic experience that engages the senses, much like cooking in a real kitchen.”
This idea seems to click here in Marin, where families from Tiburon to Fairfax are always looking for creative, hands-on things for their kids.
Strategic Expansion into the North Bay
Picking Corte Madera wasn’t just a shot in the dark. The Village at Corte Madera has become the go-to shopping spot for folks all over Marin—Larkspur, Greenbrae, even out to Point Reyes Station.
You’ll find Slime Kitchen at space C17, 1618 Redwood Highway. It’s right in the mix for shoppers and families hunting for something different to do.
Growing a Sticky Business Model
This shop is Slime Kitchen’s sixth company-run location. The other four? Franchises.
That mix lets them keep an eye on quality but still grow fast—pretty impressive for a business that’s only three years old. If you’re an entrepreneur in San Anselmo or Kentfield, maybe it’ll get you thinking.
The store keeps extended hours to fit busy lives: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. So whether you’re coming from Ross, Strawberry, or even making a weekend trip from Bolinas or Stinson Beach, you’ll probably find a time that works.
The Future of Interactive Retail in Marin
Slime Kitchen just opened in Corte Madera, and honestly, it might shake up how we think about retail around here. Online shopping keeps taking over, but experiential stores—places that offer more than just a transaction—are popping up all over Marin County.
From Mill Valley to Novato, folks seem to care more about the experience than the product itself. It’s not just about buying stuff anymore; people want something memorable.
Families across Marin now have a fresh option for creative entertainment. Slime Kitchen doesn’t just sell slime, it invites kids (and, let’s be honest, curious adults) to roll up their sleeves and make something together.
If you’re in Belvedere and the weather’s gloomy, or in Woodacre hunting for a weekend adventure, this hands-on slime-making spot offers a fun way to spark creativity and maybe even make a few memories along the way.
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