Lucky duck are wonderful! They made the most beautiful Ballons for a birthday celebration. They are…read moresuper friendly to deal with and reasonably priced. They texted with me the whole time as I had a courier pick the items up and the whole process went very smoothly. Recommend highly!

Working with the folks at Lucky Duck was seamless from start to finish. I stopped by the store and…read morespoke with someone who was very nice and helpful, then emailed back and forth with the owner about my vision and budget. They were incredibly responsive and communicative throughout the whole process. On the day of the event, they arrived right on time and were super friendly and kind. They even threw in a special balloon that was originally out of my budget -- such a small but meaningful gesture that truly blew me away. The balloons completely made the party and elevated the entire look. Absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!

I love this store! I live in LA but I needed a bunch of post cards. I walked around and couldn't…read morefind any anywhere. Finally I found this store. They have lots of souvenirs and shirts etc. They have several racks of great postcards at such a low price (3-$2.00) so I bought a bunch to have on hand. The girl working was really nice and the experience was positive and pleasant. I'll be back.

Best gift shop I've been to, no cap. they have 9.99 shirts and 25.99 shirt and hat combo, not bad…read more Everything is dope.

Sonia provided amazing hospitality and was incredibly friendly throughout my visit. She made the…read morewhole experience welcoming and enjoyable. The store was clean, organized, and full of high-quality items. You can tell they really care about their customers and the products they offer. I'll definitely be coming back!

An older women that works there, I believe her name was Sonia was hovering over us and she didn't…read morelet us enjoy the shopping experience we hoped for. We finally picked a bracelet & and an ankle bracelet and she asked if we wanted her to take it to the check out counter so our hands could be free (as if we were going to steal the items). We decided not to purchase anything else after that. In fact, I didn't want to purchase the bracelets after that. Don't shop there

Came here for a brand hosted candle making event, walked out absolutely BLOWN AWAY!…read more As someone who absolutely LOVES candles, I was so excited to try out a candle making class for myself, and Blow Me Candle Co definitely didn't disappoint! Everything was set up and streamlined efficiently, and the owner and staff were so sweet and helpful, checking on everyone's progress and taking the time to answer any questions we had. The owner, who started this business during the COVID-19 pandemic, was so knowledgeable about scent creation and candle-making, and I'll definitely have to be back to sniff and buy some of her creations. In addition to her handmade candles, the store is also stocked with little trinkets, art, jewelry and collectibles from small local artists. Highly recommend stopping by this hidden gem on Main Street, and supporting a small, Asian woman-owned business!

My absolute favorite candle and gift shop on the entire planet! I LOVE the name and everything…read moreinside the store. They have delicious candles and cute bday cards and so much more as far as cute and even prank gifts.

Woman owned, farmers market curated, fresh and simply delicious with bespoke ingredientsread more

tl;dr even if charcuterie boards and boutique home goods aren't your thing, don't miss the…read morenot-so-secret farm-to-table sandwich selection Lady & Larder is no stranger to the spotlight. This tiny Santa Monica wine-and-cheese concept debuted in 2016, and their charcuterie boards earned acclaim from Oprah and The New York Times alike. During the pandemic, Lady & Larder ventured into the sandwich game, and the result was a resounding success. Nowadays, the not-so-secret "Secret Lunch" lineup of gourmet sandwiches is among the best in Los Angeles. The tiny Santa Monica shop shares the block with a Sherwin-Williams and a boxing gym. Cross your fingers for metered street parking on the trafficky block of Pico. Outside, red metal patio furniture is shaded by the overhanging storefront. Natural light runs through multicolored windows to the shop within. The mosaic tiled floor is effortlessly chic. The soaring whitewashed walls are minimally decorated, while shelves and refrigerators are carefully curated with wines, cheeses, tinned fish, and candles. The tablet register is set up on a worn kitchen countertop. Soft, instrumental music immediately feels welcoming. I've visited multiple times for early weekend lunch, and our Toast pre-order was ready upon arrival. We grabbed a table outside, and numerous takeout customers popped in and out during our meal. My favorite was the Disco Only. This elevated turkey club featured an impressive depth of flavor, from the sharp alpine cheese to the rich garlic mayo to the tangy pepperoncini vinegar. The thick-cut Bub and Grandma's sesame bread held up admirably well, and the arugula added a welcome fresh factor. The proteins were plentiful but were outshone by the other components. I also loved the Hot Girl Salami. The sweet-and-hot mustard and crispy baguette accentuated the rich, almost buttery salami. Meanwhile, the Venice Cowgirl was like a cheeseboard on a baguette. The sweet peaches and apricot-habanero jam dominated the subtly rich cheese or thin prosciutto, but the sandwich nonetheless proved to be a unique, summery option worth sharing. Lastly, the Yes, Honey elevated the ham-and-cheese with tangy relish, but the other components felt standard and forgettable. The service was friendly and efficient, and sandwiches ran for $15-20 each. Overall, the food tasted like the Santa Monica Farmer's Market on a premium roll, with sandos ranging from good to excellent. They are worth a dedicated visit if you're in the neighborhood, and I can't wait to work my way through more of Lady & Larder's menu.

I have been coming here since they opened some 8+ years ago, mainly for the candles and cards…read more I love the candle selection - the stuff I'm looking for is always in stock (Maison Louis Marie and Boy Smells). I love standing in front of the candle selection, smelling my way through the new brands and smells - especially if it's been a minute since I've been there. Personally, I think they have the best candle selection on the west side. What I also love, is how fairly priced the candles are - they are sold at the price you find them online. I expected a mark-up but was really surprised to see there wasn't one. Their card selection is also the best. I can stand in front of that wall for a good half hour reading all of the cards and stocking up for upcoming birthdays, holidays and thank you's. Even when the card wall is looking a little empty there's still a bunch of great options that fit what you're looking for. The customer service has always been good - I recently went in to exchange a candle (within the 14 days) with a half printed receipt (the machine had run out of paper) and I didn't bring my wallet. The girl who helped me with my exchange was really nice and while it took a bit to locate my purchase from that day due to the situation she was super helpful and I was able to finish my exchange without having to come back. I no longer live in the area so I was really grateful to save an extra trip. I'm happy to see the store's phone number is on yelp. It wasn't originally when I was calling to ask about my exchange. I highly recommend this store for fun home things and cards!!! And for what it's worth - I love the kids shop next door. Everything I have purchased for friends with new babies or kid's birthdays has been a hit! It really is the cutest store full of things you won't find anywhere else.

The name says it all! Fun little gift shop. I come in to peruse at least once a week. Great…read moreselection of random goodies-- coffee table books, candles, novelty socks, bath & body products, cards, art, etc. Inventory updates often. Great gift wrapping. Get on the email list for occasional discounts. Staff is a mixed bag-- some are super helpful & attentive, others seem bored.

This very cute store, just off of the Third Street Promenade, is absolutely the kind of gift shop…read moreto find the perfect present for that special someone. While there are certainly the staples of gift shops here: cards, jewelry, small ceramics and the like, this place is extremely well-curated. And also has some unique features. For example, you can get a custom charm-bracelet made in store. I really enjoyed looking at the assortment of housewares and trinkets. And this was the place that I found the absolutely perfect card for Mother's Day. Prices here were very reasonable and the staff was both friendly and helpful. While I don't live in Santa Monica, the next time I'm there I will most likely swing by.

Super cute store with curated goods from small businesses! Everything from candles to self care…read moreitems and books and unique cards. I've gotten several gifts here, including a bracelet from the adorable custom charm bar. I was advised that they stock new items weekly, so I will definitely be popping in frequently and adding punches to my stamp card.

First time at the paper source from a coworker recommendation, and certainly not the last. This…read morelocation was especially amazing thanks to Bella. She's a true gem. I walked in frantically needed a gift wrapped. She did everything and was kind, helpful, delicate. Truly the best! Because of her, I am now a customer for life!

The woman working was so nice and kind especially to my toddler which is always appreciated. We…read morewere offered the opportunity to do a craft but sadly we were running out of time so we were unable to do. Also I felt we could actually browse and I wasn't worried about feeling rushed in the store. It was a nice experience.