A La Crescenta gem, Sidebloom has an incredible curation of gifts, unique snacks, and trinkets for…read moreeveryone. Love how they offer cute gift wrapping paper and a decent selection of cards. What I found most helpful was the staff! They were super kind in helping me decide between which BonBon flavor (do get the blackberry and elderberry ones). Simply amazing service and I loved browsing through! I'll have to be back!

There's nothing to put aside to this bountiful bloom of a gift and stationary store in Montrose --…read moreit's lovely! Greeted by Chloe, both her demeanor and the ambiance of the space are warm and inviting. Ideas for gifts and cards abound without overwhelming your senses. Everything is carefully arranged and well placed that you can navigate the store with ease. This is my preferred store over the other standard paper-source or depots, etc. Left happy!

I came into the store to exchange an item for another gift because it did not fit my style…read more Initially, I was being helped by one associate, but they stepped away. Another employee noticed that we needed assistance and stepped in, which I appreciated. When it came time to complete the exchange and payment, Liana began explaining the process. As customers, we asked additional questions to better understand the store's policy. At that point, Liana became visibly frustrated, gave us an attitude, rolled her eyes, and stepped away. She then made comments to another customer in a way that made it obvious she was referring to us, assuming we would not understand or speak up. I want to be clear: treating any customer this way is unacceptable, especially an elderly customer. If an employee does not have the patience to explain policies or answer questions respectfully--without making customers feel uncomfortable or disrespected--then customer service may not be the right position for them. I understand that everyone can have a bad day, but working in customer service requires patience, professionalism, and respect at all times. Answering questions and repeating explanations is part of the job. I hope management reviews this situation and addresses it appropriately with the employee involved. No customer should feel disrespected or talked about while standing at the counter. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

This is a hidden gem in Glendale. I love this store and even forgot about it. Over the years, I…read morehave visited this Venus Gift shop and purchased many gifts for me, so many of my friends, family members and former coworkers. No need to look elsewhere. This is a ONE stop store for ALL your needs!! Before I forget, they also have wedding registry. Great selection of items from dinnerware, houseware, glassware, and kitchen needs from appliances to basic coasters. The prices can be from moderate to a bit expensive. Depending what you are buying. They have brands like: Mikasa, Waterford, Lenox, Armani, Versace, DKNY and more.. It's out of my budget, but if you have the money to splurge, then it's your call. The store is nicely organized according to their items. Clean, & the customer service is EXCELLENT by everyone in the store! They will help you find what you are looking for; and if it's a gift, then they will even wrap it for you depending on the wrapping paper that matches your occasion. They have several employees and keep the customers very satisfied by helping them with a pleasant demeanor and smiles. Somewhat moderate size parking lot shared with other businesses. I was there few days ago, and had to buy a gift for one of my friends's birthday which is this coming week. I bought a beautiful vase for flowers and some Tupperware that she has been wanting for a while now. I know for sure that she will love her presents!!:-) Store has been open since 1985 and still going SUPER STRONG!! Thank you management, employees for all that you do for your customers. Keep up the GREAT WORK!!

Do yourself a favor and go to Venus Gifts a couple blocks away. Everything is much classier…read moreincluding the service. And they happily will exchange any gift you received that you don't like. Literally less then 5 minutes away you can get treated with respect. I'm surprised these losers are still in business. The owner is Shiesty as hell

Disgusting service. I had a return to make and the lady without looking at my face said we can't…read morereturn this. The date was past the deadline- which is completely okay she could have KINDLY explained that to me without being so rude. The worst part is this wasn't the first time she's acted this way.

The Service: Nice ladies running the store. Very friendly…read more The merchandise: if you are looking for Christmas decorations items, you got to check out this boutique store. So festive! They also sell sweet treats. You don't have to buy a box, they sell by pieces. The Parking: Large public parking lot at the back of store. Free.

I have been shopping here for chocolate favors for over a decade. They make the cutest ensembles of…read morefavors to hand out for any and every occasion. The dark chocolate flavor is delicious not too bitter . I prefer their milk chocolate flavor. I recently got chocolates for an engagement and wedding. The staff is really helpful and they make sure they make the most beautiful presentation pieces . I really appreciate that they are not pushy and they always ask me what I think before I make a final selection on any suggested design. I've tried other chocolatiers before but always come back to Lara's Gifts . Their prices and art can't be beat for me.

OK, I've been to a lot of gift shops in Los Angeles. And I've seen a lot of the same merchandise…read moreagain and again. Themes, the same. But, this place definitely has a unique spin. Everything in this place: cards, tools, socks and stationary is food related. One table was entirely devoted to dill pickle swag! A shelf on the wall was completely reserved for butter merchandise! What? I love it! I have to say, this place was a lot of fun and would be a great place to shop for any chefs in your life. Or simply friends obsessed with food. I will definitely make a return visit.

My first stop on Stationary Store day was this cute little shop. I bought lots of washi tape and…read moresome stickers. On a Saturday morning parking was terrible. I had to park 4 blocks away.

Love Cindy & her shop she is always so helpful has decorations: House flags and small ones too,…read morelots interesting item & a great place to find gifts.

WOW what a fun little gem in our community Didn't know they…read moreactually wrap gifts too. Boy I needed this since I had a wedding and wanted a good presentation the owner was super nice, and the package was beautiful. The ribbon on my wedding gift was beautiful in fact many guests noticed it . I will be using them for my corporate party wrapping. I had no clue they did this... Some really nice candles and fun little stuff to start on the holiday decorations. Found some really nice hand towels too for gifts and a glass for my dad that said grandpa sippy cup How cute Women owned and a small business too. Why not

First time visiting and MOG definitely has its pros and cons…read more.. Located in Studio property, you do need to be a cast member to get in. Park in the big lot on Flower- go through security to get cleared and parking is limited but in the back. The store is beautiful- not the bargain bin vibes you get at Company D in Anaheim. There is a ton of branded WED Imagineering merch and current in-park merch. However, if you are a CM who works in the parks, you're used to major deals at Company D or Maters. Here you'll get your regular employee discount A or B. If you are a guest/non-CM you will get no discount. There were a few items that were a really good discounted deal- there were also things from Aulani and Candy/Snacks. What was sort disappointing here was the guest service from staff. I had no idea how pricing was here, since Park CM's are used to pretty much everything being 50 percent off of the price tagged. When I asked if it was the same here I got a very annoyed eye roll and told that I ONLY get a discount IF I have a BLUE ID. Then a non-cm guest (who was clearly in the spectrum) asked a girl at the register about what types of jobs they have and how he could get one. Another annoyed, unfriendly answer from this girl... What really did it for me was when I asked where the restroom was. Again, the same girl was super annoyed and rattled off directions. I apologized and let her know this was my first visit here. She just repeated everything she previously said but much slower... it was patronizing and rude. I was on my way out to leave when I realized I forgot to purchase some lanyards. I went back and got in line- the same girl was OVERLY friendly and super nice to everyone else she helped... It was just a really sad, disappointing experience shopping here. I could see how this would be a great place to shop for imagineers that work here in Glendale or Burbank. However, this will be my guest and last trip.

Super staff and it reminds me of the old (long gone) Disney Store locations. Since this is inside…read morethe studio it's not open to the general public unless a special event. They carry most items that are available on Shop Disney and often will have something left over that sold out quickly on the site. The back of the store is a smaller room/area that is cast exclusive items such as keychains, lanyard holders, clothing and other special items. Should you be ABLE to visit here I suggest you should because it's almost nostalgic with the old Disney Store setting and wonderful pleasant staff.

Oh, my...where to begin? My husband and I were walking through Montrose this past November. I had…read morenever noticed this store before. It is a little gem, stuck between two other stores and the interior was decorated like an absolute fairyland of lights, glitter, and good taste. The reviewer who complained that they couldn't get a wheelchair through the tightly decorated aisle or a baby stroller needs to stop and think. The inventory here is very delicate and the chance of catching an item on a moving chair or stroller could be highly upsetting to both owner and customer. LA real estate is very expensive. Commercial spaces that are tighter may limit your ability to shop in the case of small boutiques. That's why online stores are so convenient for all of us. The disabled, elderly, immobile, and for parents of children under six who might inadvertently handle or break delicate items may need to use caution. This is not the owner's fault. This store has beautiful jewelry, but I needed Christmas hostess gifts this holiday. I walked out of there with tons of beautiful hand blown ornaments and holiday decor for the home. Every item was lovely and each presented beautifully upon lit glass shelves. I was so excited to find the items I did that I returned the next day and bought two more gifts. A gorgeous 4" ballerina ornament and a colorful hot air balloon ornament. Nothing you could find in Macy's or Ross or Neimann Marcus. Our New Year's hostess was elated when she opened her LaPerla bag stuffed with colorful tissue paper and the ornaments we brought to her party. The best surprise was the lovely gift wrapping. NO ONE DOES THAT ANYMORE. It's is generous of the owners and kind of them to share such a luxury. I'll be shopping at LaPerla again very soon and want to thank Soma and all her lovely helpers. Finally, I don't have to make a big drive to Salutations over in Pasadena. Why? I have luxury gifts right here in our neighborhood and we're supporting small businesses in our own community. Thank you, La Perla, for sustaining elegance in our small town.

Home decor shop with lots of Christmas decorations for sale as well. A mix of all year round table…read moresetting and holiday ones. They also sell necklaces, bracelets, etc. Prices vary, from reasonable to higher. The atmosphere was kinda chaotic, the store was crowded and too busy. Overall, fun to browse but some of the merchandise is on the cheesy, gaudy side.

What a gem!!! At first it looked like just a kids book store but it isn't. There is a section for…read moreadults with different genres, Classics, YA with different genres, and then lots of children's choices. They also have plenty of stickers, note books, pens, pencils, and all kinds of goodies. This store is curated to perfection. It may be small but it is mighty. I wanted half the stuff I looked at! Wonderful wonderful selections. Props to whoever does the curating. I left with a notebook, two books, and a bookmark. Very Queer friendly as well! Staff were so amazing! Amazing store.

Oh my goodness... how have I not left a review this place? (Forgive me!)…read more This is hands down the best bookstore ever! The store and its staff are all amazing. Pippi the cat is the friendliest and softest cat you'll ever meet--literally the most perfect bookshop kitty! The selection of children's book is wonderful. The store is incredibly inviting to children and adults alike. There are a ton of events for kids as well as book clubs for adults. (I've gone to an adult book club meeting and had the pleasure of meeting wonderful people!) the store also carries a ton of signed editions which makes book buying even more special! They also have jellycat stuffed animals which are so cute and soft! It's a great place to buy books and gifts. There is plenty of free parking in the lot behind the store in the public parking area, as well as metered parking right out front.

The owners are so sweet! A friend told me about this place…read morewho found out about it through IG! There is street parking on a wide street. The bathroom is available. It's a fun place for crafty people. Celebrated a birthday here. They were kind enough to let us cut a cake that we brought along. The vibe is very hip and nostalgic. Pacman, Mario, Micky Mouse, lots of mushroom sculptures, bags, pens, and much more! They give you an apron and gloves. You customize the colors you want in the pot! They provide the concrete mix and the colored powder to choose the color you want. Krizia showed us the consistency we needed before we poured the mixture into our molds. You can customize whether you want your pot to have drainage holes. The concrete dries quickly! The curing process happened in two parts and happened over about less than an hour. You can technically go get coffee while you wait for it to dry. The shop is beautifully merchandised. They are a design agency that has a little store, which also hosts workshops.

Best pot making workshop!…read more My friend booked a Make-a-Pot Workshop on Eventbrite this past Saturday and we had so much fun adding colors to our cement molds. The class was organized by Krizia (aka Concrete Geometric on IG). We arrived a little late for the class, but luckily they had just began and we were able to pick our molds - oval, circle, or square. Our class favorited the oval shaped molds and we quickly became experts at mixing different colors thanks to Krizia's assistance. Based off all of the services she provided, this was definitely an experience I'd invite all of my friends and family to try. While we waited for our molds to bake, there were plenty of beautifully crafted items for sale. As a student of the class, we were given a 10% discount off items purchased in the store and a free succulent from the yellow bin. Snacks and bottled water were available for us as well. After our molds were ready, it was time for the reveal. Each student opened their mold to show the class and it was wonderful to see everyone's unique creations. We took group photos and received a polaroid to take home. It was the sweetest gesture! This class was such a blast and at such a great value! Highly recommend to anyone who wants to get in touch with their creative side.