The Social Type is a stationery & gift shop located in Atwater Village. This is a brick-and-mortar…read morelocation as The Social Type owns its own wholesale brand. The shop has another location in Hudson, NY. [Parking]: Metered parking in Atwater Village, but luckily I found a metered parking spot across from the shop at 5 PM on Saturday. [Selection]: Very organized shop as pens are ordered by rainbow color. The shop sells a decent selection of Valentine's Day cards. The staff was friendly and even asked customers on what they were looking for. In addition to greeting cards and stationery, they also have candles, tote bags, etc. The shop also offers gift wrapping service and apparently they even sell red rose bouquets during Valentine week. [Gift wrapping service]: The service is only available at brick & mortar locations. Materials are purchased separately and holiday rush fees may be applied. The shop offers complimentary gift wrap on all in-store purchases (customer's choice of kraft box or kraft wrap with twine). During the busy holiday season, the staff may asks customers to drop off gifts and pick up at a later determined time. * Small (e.g. Small Book, Journal, Pen Box, Candle) = $8 * Medium (e.g. Shoe Box, iPad, Shirt Box) = $10 * Large (e.g. Oversized Books, Laptop, Coat) = $12 * Extra Large (oversized) (e.g. Oversized Kids Toys, Bedding Sets, Large Framed Art, TV) = $20+ [Conclusion]: The shop has a more diverse selection and is not limited to just Japanese style cute stationery. This is really a one-stop shop for anyone looking for a last minute gift.

I loooove a good small business that gift wraps!!…read more I had two friend birthdays to shop for and I found everything I needed plus more. I got some chocolate bars based on my friend's personalities and a candle in a scent named after a vacation place one of them wanted to travel to. They'll gift wrap for free with kraft paper and you even have the option to choose premium wrapping for a small additional fee. As someone that is awful at wrapping gifts, this perk was amazing for the price and I always opt-in if it's available. All my interactions from entering, to checking out, to picking up were phenomenal!! The shop attendants greeted me and my husband warmly upon entering and their hospitality also trickled into their text messages when they were keeping me up-to-date on my wrapping order. Do note that when they are backed up with gift wrapping, they might have you come back at a later time if there's a queue! This is an excellent problem because there are so many shops to duck in and out of nearby. I ended up running other errands outside of the area and coming back before closing on my way to my friends' parties. Getting a greeting card, several presents, a little 'treat yourself' gift to me, and gift wrapping all in one stop? Perfection.

I've been visiting a lot of boutiques and gift shops on the Eastside and I've started to get a bit…read morebored. Simply put, I keep finding the same merchandise over and over again. Treehaus, on the other hand, had a ton of pieces that I've never seen before, either in Los Angeles or elsewhere. This shop carries a couple lines of interesting jewelry collections (I particularly liked the more industrial/brutalist of them), a range of adult and baby clothes and an interesting and eclectic line of eye wear. While the adult clothing skews toward femme, I would describe many of them as unisex, which fits the cool queer/feminist vibe of the shop. There were a lot of cool housewares that, again, I've never seen before. These range from the practical (metal soap dishes) to the purely aesthetic (fun art prints of famous spots in LA.) Lots of retro designs can be found to decorate your living space. Other things I really enjoyed: a human bone and organ ink stamp collection, fun notebooks and adorable stuffed animals. And of course, they had a great collection of books and cards. Prices were on par for quality. It's very middle of the road for a gift shop or boutique. The clerks on duty were friendly and personable. I would definitely have felt comfortable going to them with questions. I will definitely return the next time I'm shopping for a friend.

Fantastic store, little gem. Very courteous and professional staff as well. Will return!read more

Loved browsing this fun little shop! They have fun and unique items and I especially loved their…read moreselection of greeting cards! I can't wait to go back and explore again.

I have spent so much of my money on ornaments here and they are currently doing a 50% of all of…read morethem sale which I think is an amazing deal because they are actual little treasures. Love everything here.

Sumi's is an absolutely charming gift store located on Vemont, just a few stores down from the…read moreFigaro Bistrot. The owner, Sumi, keeps a large, but very well curated shop. You will find a wide range of gifts, at very reasonable prices. Some of these items include small ceramic pieces such as vases and small dishes suitable for stashing jewelry or other trinkets, crocheted animals and artistically designed maps of cities. I have also enjoyed the handmade soaps and other lovely, fragrant body products. I have often admired the jewelry on display, made by artisans running small businesses. There are a number of very interesting pieces: a gold/silver duo-tone necklace recently caught my eye and there are a number of pieces using labradorite and other less "mainstream" stones. As someone who write people frequently via snail mail, I have come to rely on Sumi's as one of my primary supplier of cards. Regardless of when I shop, I always find something that either a) cracks me up or b) is perfect for a message to a particular friend of family member. You will also find cute stuffed animals, scarves, posters, naughty cross-stitch patterns and more. Sumi's has a gift for just about anyone. Sumi and the other staff members have been universally friendly and willing to chat about various pieces they carry in the store. If you are shopping for presents, I would highly recommend a visit.

Very rude owner. The way I saw her talk to people was so out of line. Just because you dont…read moreunderstand the laws in this country doesn't mean you have to treat others the way that you did.

Came by again with a friend and got some food. We split the Let's Not Meat sandwich. It's a veggie…read more& vegan sandwich, made with vegan pesto. Music to my ears as I typically can't have pesto due to the cheese (lactose intolerant). The sandwich was really good, flavorful and had lots of healthy ingredients, and I didn't even miss having meat. The bread was really nice and fluffy too. I also like that you can have the option to just get half or get a whole sandwich. Such friendly service here too! And a nice sunny little patio out front to hang out.

This general store is a perfect stop on a walk on Rowena. The shop wares range from functional to…read morefashionable, which I would say is perfect for last-minute gifts that are still thoughtful. The store is curated with an eclectic touch of practical kitchen ware to snacking items. Their coffee menu is also really creative. I got the miso caramel latte and it really did have layers of flavor. They do have an outside patio to relax as well. The staff give you plenty of space and time to browse but are also ready to serve when you're ready.

IF a human being is having a hard time at CLOVER, and or couldn't get in to our sanctuary, perhaps:…read moreGIVE GOOD GRACE. Shoppe proprietor, Nicole, is phenomenal. In over 20 years of living in LA, CLOVER is of on only a handful of local stores I shop at. EVERY single time I need anything, I know I can go to Nicole, and she will supply. Her eye understands what everyone wants. I have a hard time trusting, Nicole has never not neglected me or my difficult beloved's. For over two decades, the most delightful part of my days have been leaving this creative, heart centered, trustworthy boutique with a brown paper package tied with a colorful satin bow and most importantly: soul.

I discovered Clover last summer and it has quickly become my go-to store for gifts for literally…read moreeveryone I know! They have something for everyone always and the staff is so lovely and always goes above and beyond to make the whole experience great! I'm consistently delighted by their new items and love that they carry brands for every price range. I'm also so amazed and impressed by the creativity of the owners who, I learned, create all of their window displays by hand! I can't recommend Clover highly enough!!

Potted is a cute store with a lot of colorful ceramic pots. The cashier was helpful and the prices…read moreseemed reasonable to me. I'm a fan!

I think I blacked out when I walked into Potted. I went in saw how amazing it looked and somehow…read moreleft with 6 new plants filling up my car. I'm so obsessed with this plant shop. Their staff if incredible and so well informed that I was able to say very vague words (cat safe, easy to manage, does well in windows) and was offered a variety of plants. They are so so well priced and there is such a wide selection. The shop feels like magic the way it just keeps going the further in you walk! So glad I went to Potted instead of a big retailer. I had a stellar time and am happy to report my plants are all doing great.

Yolk is the newest gift store in Atwater Village. It's similar to the other gift stores but with a…read moreslight Swedish bent. Half the store is merchandise for children (mostly toys, arts & crafts, books) and the other half mostly home décor items mixed with books and accessories. Many of the toys are made of wood and are green/sustainable. On the adult side of things, I spotted Marimekko teapots, dishes and cups, blankets, lots of S'well water bottles and food containers, candles (Volupsa, Thyme, etc.), incense, incense holders, tote bags, colorful spoons, tiny selection of clothing, napkins, etc. Nothing caught my eye or seemed that unique, but the store displays were attractive.

I walked in to find a baby gift for my friend. The girl sitting behind the counter looked up and…read moregave me the dirtiest look. I looked around and found only one onesie out of the whole store for a 3 month old. Then a middle aged looking woman with pink hair walked in and to my surprise, she got a "Hello, Welcome!" from the stink eye store staff. I felt gross by the difference in customer service so I walked out soon after. Items in the store were cute but nothing that I was looking for.

I trust my dog's judgement...he's great at sensing who and where the love is! Not only is the…read moreselection of jewelry, stones and crystals at Mae Mae so well curated, but the staff makes Mae Mae one of my favourite spots on the Blvd! Archie happens to to be in love with Amanda, and who can blame him...she's super sweet and so knowledgeable! Doesn't hurt that she has some treats for him too. It's a perfect shop to get a cute birthstone necklace for your niece, stunning crystals for your friend's new home, and a gorgeous kimono styled piece for yourself! (Heck, get the cute 'tiny gold dot circle stud earrings' for yourself too! SELF-CARE IS IMPORTANT!) We all know the value and importance of supporting small businesses, and Mae Mae has been an amazing FEMALE-OWNED business that has made me smile for years. I'm lucky to live so close to it. Archie agrees. It's a weekly stop for us! (I'm so going back for the square stud earrings on our next walk!)

My friend and I weren't able to make it to Brooklyn Charm in Ventura to make DIY charm bracelets so…read morewe came here instead to make stone bracelets which turned out to be such a LOVELY EXPERIENCE!! The workers were so sweet and welcoming, they gave us muffins and made us feel so comfortable at the bracelet bar. Vibes were just immaculate. They have a wide selection of stones along with a couple of charms, beads, and metal spacers. Bracelets were $55 each and they can be adjusted based on your wrist size. I recommend coming here with a friend or a small group since the shop is pretty small and there were only two seats at the bar!

Crush & Touch is an art supply shop located in Highland Park. This is one of several cards &…read morestationery shops on York Blvd (including Shorthand locating right next door). [Parking]: There are plenty of metered parking spots and paid public parking lots, but parking can be hard to come by during busy shopping seasons. [Selection]: The shop offers various art supplies (e.g. drawing books), greeting cards, stickers, hair clips, pens, markers, Rolife DIY Miniature House, etc. This shop has slightly more selection on Valentine's Day cards. The shop was not as colorful as the next door stationery shop Shorthand. [Conclusion]: I didn't buy anything during my visit as I didn't see any specific items that matched what I was looking for, but I can see myself coming back here from time to time if I need to look for interesting greeting cards.

Bright and vibrant arts/stationary store…read more Reasonable prices. They have a lot of nice cards and prints for sale. I didn't buy anything this time but will be back. The staff girl was really nice and helpful.