i bought multiple and got the same one. i understand they are blind boxes but why would they put…read moremultiple of the same ones in the same box. they were each 12.99 and came out to about $15 each i simply asked if i could just get a different box and they said no as i had already spent almost $30

Affordable! Sanrio items and many more! I love the options of their Labubu clothes and…read moreaccessories. Clothes are also super cheap and if you look throughly you will find cute items for cheap prices. Nice!

This store is located in the Wizard world of Harry Potter. The store is massive and full of…read moredifferent types of Harry Porter merchandise products. They also literally have a room filled plush owls and brown box packages. In another room they had the magic book in a cage. I loved walking through this store. There was a room just for the gown where they offered customization too. In the owl room there were some products on 30% sale. I picked a pen and a pin from those sale items. The staff member was very friendly who actually told me about discount. They also let people post mail from this location. Right adjacent to the store there's a huge sitting area under the shade. There are plenty of benches for people to rest. This was one my favorite merchandise store in whole of universal.

Service 5/5! Selection 3/5…read moreValue 3/5 Ambiance 5/5 I mean let's face it it's all pricy in here but the items are super cute! But what did it was the service the team provided that made it all memorable and special. We had Nesya that helped us today and my daughter was 10/10 happy with her help! We bought an owl and she helped my daughter set it all up and removed the box and trash and all! Also showed us how to operate the toy ! Thank you Nesya for making our experience top notch!

This is an awesome spot to get your steps in while exploring local small creators and makers…read more Admission is free. There are at least twenty vendors offering clothes, snacks, accessories, ceramics, and more. I also noticed a handful of dog-friendly booths. The crowd was lively, and depending on the booth, space could get a bit tight. Thankfully, there was ample shade so it never felt too warm. I'm not sure if any vendors accepted cash but every vendor I purchased from welcomed credit cards. Since it's an outdoor event, dogs are welcome--just be mindful of the blacktop asphalt. Parking is free from the first two hours and the shops close by are open as well. This event happens semi-annually, and I highly recommend checking it out!

If you're ever in the area, don't forget to stop by. Definitely worth it.The store has recently…read moregotten a make-over complete with a mural by James Haunt. The store has so many unique pieces. The workers are super friendly and are willing to help. They even offer fitting rooms which is a plus. It's such a great store, it's hard not to like anything. They have lots of items from independent designers based in Los Angeles and around the world. Oh and they also have a small children's section in the back. I've gotten lots of complements about my son's shirt all time. Come check it out!

Love this place! When I've been in a pinch and needed a gift, I just pop in here and without fail…read morefind something unique that gives me street cred with even the hardest to shop for people. I appreciate not having to wander a mall full of crap. Six hundred is the shiznit!

I *heart* craft shows. There are always interesting things to look at and taste…read more For Artisinal, the parking was a tad bit expensive for my taste. Also, the food options were all sweets. Now, don't get me wrong. I love dessert. I just wanted something savory as well. As a result, we had to hit up a lunch place afterwards, and it would have been nice to have grabbed a bite of something unique and different. That being said....there was a girl selling these AMAZING smores bites. I totally forgot the name of the company (I have to look at the bag when I get home -- of course I bought a bag....or maybe two....), but they were OUT OF CONTROL. My friend and I almost wet ourselves trying the samples. There was also a cute tea stand that sold these tea droplets shaped into flowers and hearts, etc. They completely dissolved in the hot water. I wanted to get some of these as well, but my friend pulled me away, seeing as I had already bought a number of things by then. I purchased a box of Brazilian chocolates called brigadiero, but my dog found it before I got to open it. So very sad. Lastly, my biggest purchase was two table lights with filament bulbs. They have touch sensors made of antique pocket watch innards and a sleeping fox. They were fairly expensive, but I love them and put them out immediately.

I heard about this event through social media and since the tickets were so cheap (not free), I…read morejust had to check it out! We went on Sunday. =LOCATION= Located in the LA Mart at The Reef in Downtown LA. Slightly further east from all the "hotspots" and super easy to find. We found 4 hour street parking right across the street, but if you wanted convenience, you could park in their designated parking lot ($10). =EVENT= This reminded me of a high quality farmers market, but instead of vegetables and fruits, they had local, handmade and sustainable goods. According to my boyfriend, this is the type of place he and his family would go to right before they fly back overseas to visit family. This is the kind of "American stuff" that people ask them to bring back to them. There were not only artisanal food and drink vendors, but also products vendors from all over the country. They offered samples of some of their top quality products, and had tons for guests to purchase. Some of these vendors don't even have storefronts...those products are usually only sold online. There were also demonstrations on a stage, and 3 farm animals (rescues). The adorable blind goat and I became close friends when she decided to eat my hair. There was also areas for people to sit and eat lunch or enjoy some good coffee from vendors, or Copa Vida. You like honey? There's honey. You like soap? There's soap. You like plants? ...they're there too. Clothing, bags, chocolate, candies, cookies, sausages, hot sauce, jelly....jelly with hot sauce, jerky, goat cheese, cutting boards, etc. The list goes on and on...seriously. Of course, with high quality items, everything you buy would be expensive. That's just something expected, and I hope no one complains about it! Some vendors have been around for years, some were up-and-coming. Regardless of how long their products have been around, each vendor put up their most friendly and professional demeanor. You can see just how proud everyone was of their stuff! Our favorite was the Wagyu beef. Oh gosh...we must've gone back to that booth about 6 times, each time hoping that the vendor wouldn't remember us since there were always so many people there. Soo good! We were tempted to buy some sausages or beef, but decided not to. We saw so many people walking around with their bags and we were highly jealous. =FINAL VERDICT= This was a great event. It's not for everybody of course...it's not a music festival and no beer. If you're into these kind of events, you should totally try it out next time they're around. I know my mom, and boyfriend's mom would love this kind of stuff. I personally do too and can't wait until the next time they're around!

TWIN L.A ZOO GIFT SHOPS w/ treats for kids, adults and everyone alike! I was pleasantly surprised…read morewith the Marketplace Gift Shops as they're pretty large and have a lot of stuff. I found some of the items too touristy for me (you know, when they slap the state of CA on everything lol) so I didn't buy anything. However they did get my attention and I'm sure to return as they have this really amazing sea lion shirt, I was sold on it! As per most gift shops in LA, the items are very pricey. Even if you go to the souvenir stands the prices are just as high. The staff were kinda meh, not very welcoming but not bad. Some of the staff were disengaged as there was many Summer field trips going on. The shops have a strict policy of six students per one chaperone when entering the marketplace. I'm happy they did this as kids are too wild these days. These gift shops are arguably the best and biggest of the Zoo, so if you're going to buy something get it here. It's located towards the front of the zoo, so maybe save your shopping till the end of the day?

I would of given 5 stars but last week I had an awful experience at one of the gift shops, the one…read morewith the big giraffe displayed on the window. My children and I came early to the zoo and decided to go in the shop and buy a spray fan for when the day got hotter. Everything was fine when i bought the item and the cashier was friendly and helpful. But later when we were walking around my son decided to use the fan but it didn't work and it look like it had a crack on the side. So we walked back to return the item and I that is when everything changed. I had to wait a long time for the manager to show up and when she did she did she was not friendly as I tried to explained the issue with the fan. I thought it was because she could not understand what I was saying since she herself had an accent and I could not understand her. So I explained again and even showed my receipt but she still said NO. She even implied that the fan was not broken when it got out the store and that my child probably did it, because supposedly they always check and would not sell anything broken. I was really UNHAPPY and had the RUDEST experience ever. So I love the LA zoo and will continue to go with my children but I will probably not shop in their gift shops for some time until I forget this bad experience.

The building was renovated a couple of years ago to upgrade the gift shop. This area used to be the…read moreAdmissions Office. I like the new shop, it features hand-made jewelry, original art work from local artists. You can purchase books on gardens, bookmarks, plushie animals, herbs, tea, honey, olive oil, candles and tshirts, etc. I dropped by after my tour to support the local artisans. I purchased skin care products and beaded bookmarks. The staff were friendly and helpful. The store was clean and very organized. Sincerely, Rosemary

I really love the Arboretum Gift shop. They have many adorable gifts ideas and many cute…read moremerchandise. They carry local and organic honey, jam, and soap and toiletries. In addition to; tea forte, cups, mugs, tea accessories, coloring books, children books, sponges, toys, stickers, aprons, garden supplies and more. I love their fashion accessories too. To mention a few, they have hats, scarves, earrings, necklaces, hair accessories, bandana, shawls, umbrellas and more They change the merchandise very frequently. The shop is very clean and organized. The staff are always very professional, genuinely warm and enthusiastic. It's a great gift shop to stop by during visiting The Arboretum.

I love going here for their unique and cute collection of beanies. All the other stores in…read moreChinatown sell the same mass produced items you can find in the fashion district, but this little boutique carries fashionable styles like no other. If you are into anime they also carry a variety of colorful wigs. They're ready for Comi-Con and Halloween year round. They sell purses, shoulder bags, and backpacks with popular characters (ie. Hello Kitty, Disney, etc.) Accessories accessories accessories!! They have watches, head bands, scarves, hats, and as I mentioned, cute cute cute beanies. If you need a new cellphone case, they sell those too with little knick knacks to hang on your cellphone. They have a huge selection of fancy keychains. Parking is street parking, or you can park in the private lots nearby. There's plenty. My peeve though is they don't always accept credit cards, as I rarely ever carry cash. If Amy, the owner, is there then she can accept credit cards using her iPad. If she isn't there, then it's cash only. This explains my 3 stars only. I also wish Amy was there every time I go 'cuz it could be a bit challenging communicating with the two ladies who usually manage the shop. Check out Lotus Era! Carry cash and happy shopping!