Needed a "Congrats Baby Boy" card and didn't have time to do a lot of shopping for something decent. Drug store and grocery store cards are a good way of saying "you mean more to me than belly button lint" so I didn't want to go that route. I called Lundeens having window shopped there and even though I was going to be late, they kept the store open when I phoned ahead. I was 5 mins late and they still waited for me. How can you not appreciate it when they're willing to stay late for you. Little boutique shops are hard to find these days but I much prefer to support them rather than Walmart or those other galactic parasites. Lundeens is great and the shop is really a good place to check out if you're looking for something but have no idea what that might be. read more

Fantastic place to pick up a great gift for anyone. Their selection is wonderfully unique. Parking can be a wee bit tricky (because of street meters and valet) but it's worth it to find a spot and pop in. read more

If you like Pinterest, you will love this store. Letterpress, self-containing moss, quirky trinkets and more. This place has it all, but at a price. However, it's not major corporations like Hallmark making these cards and gifts, so you're more likely than not contributing to help pay a local/USA artisan. Food for thought! Anyways, the store is great, and a crafty lover's dream. The only downside is the lady behind the counter and her "customer service" approach. She's awkward, unfriendly and unhelpful. Street parking only, and it's quite limited to say the least, but if you're in the neighborhood - give it a shot! You will not be disappointed. read more

Lundeen's is a cute local store filled with the best little gifts that are super unique and local to LA, which I loved. I came in today just to look and got super excited at the prospect of buying everyone on my Christmas list something from here. When I saw all the beautiful baby gifts, I decided to purchase a gift for my friend's baby shower. However, my husband and I had then been in store for at least 5 mins and no one greeted us. No one looked up. No one said a word. No one helped us. No one asked if we need anything. Just zero customer service. I wish that our time in Lundeen's would have gone a different way because we have a gift list that would have been perfectly filled at that store. Even a goodbye or thanks for stopping in would have been something and would have persuaded me to come back. read more

Lundeen's is one of my FAVORITE places ever! It's a stone's throw from my house, so I find myself there basically any chance I get (probably to my husband's dismay, though he loves it too). I may enter in a sad/bad mood, but for better or worse, whenever I come out, my mood is always elevated--this little gift and stationery wonderland is my retail therapy, I suppose. Some women love shoes, but I love stationery, and you won't find a better selection of it anywhere in Culver City (or even the Westside, for that matter). It seems it's always about to be someone's birthday in my life, and I can manage to find the perfect, unique gifts for everyone at Lundeen's, from delicious candles, jewelry, lotions, tons of baby/kids gifts, books, foodie gadgets, even great gifts for guys. The entire store is updated constantly, so great sales happen several times a year, during which I love being able to stock up on gifts for the coming months. Even more, they wrap your gifts for FREE! That's unheard of in LA--love it. I am in a wheelchair, and the staff have been nothing but kind and lovely to me, even if I knock over a display. Particularly the fabulous owner, Kathryn, and darling sidekick, Maggie, are so helpful and interested. They have truly become friends over the few years I have been going there. Lundeen's has become a strangely special part of my life, for which I am really grateful. This is the type of local, small business that we should all be supporting! read more

This place is sahweet. They have all kinds of unique cards available. The biggest kick I got from this place was that they had naughty adult birthday cards right above the kids birthday cards.....awesome! A lot of stuff to peruse through. Grab some Starbucks next door and chill. read more

While not cheap, this is definitely my go to place for creative and unique birthday gifts, wedding gifts, bridal shower gifts, baby gifts and toys, and cards. It's better for gifts for girls/women, but I have gotten some birthday gifts for the menfolk here as well. It's in a very convenient location in the middle of downtown Culver City and next to the Starbucks, too. The one thing I can't understand is why the staff is so very sullen, even yesterday when I purchased my latest birthday present? Every time I've been in here--like 20 or more times--and even if it's completely dead, the staff couldn't be bothered to return my hello. And when you go to purchase something at the counter, you are lucky if they look at you, much less crack a smile. What's up, Lundeen's staff? The stock is awesome, but do they only hire unhappy or stuck up people or is the management awful? Makes you wonder. Maybe they just really know how great the gifts are, so they don't try to please you? In any case, it's a great place to hang out and shop for hours if you don't mind the lack of human interaction. read more

Why, hello letterpress. Yes, I do in fact like your tactile quality. I could feel you all day, babe! I'm not all shallow though- I love your witticisms too. What's that? I should check out the candles, ceramics and green products selection? I don't mind if I do! Why, guard my wallet and gird my loins! What's that letterpress? They have a baby section too? Stop while you're ahead- now I really do have to gird my loins. I'll be on the non-baby side of the store, hmph. read more

In desperate need of a gift and don't know where to turn? Go to Lundeen's! This is a really cute little gift shop - you'll be sure to find something for just about anybody in here. From books, to glasses and kitchenware, to jewelry, to kids stuff. And it's all unique and fun! The cards/stationary are great as well. This is a wonderful little store tucked away in downtown Culver City - a true gem of a gift shop that really seems like it belongs on Abbot Kinney. BUt I love it all the more because it's not. Another bonus: you get a fringe benefits discount if you're a KCRW member! read more

I say bring back card and gift shops! Seems like all the stores specializing in greeting cards and gifts have disappeared. Thank god for lundeens! Super cute card and gift shop with amazing unique finds. This is always my go to for original, unforgettable cards for family and friends and I always can find the perfect gift too. Jewelry, baby gifts, candles, pens etc. they have a ton of awesome items. Note they are closed Mondays and open at 11am. read more

Lundeen's is a hidden gem and also a very bad addiction. Walking distance from Sony Pictures and is neighbors with Starbucks. This store has the coolest gifts, stationaries, books, useless items, etc. Most of the stuff here are pretty pricey, but they do occasionally have good sales. I've only been to the store less than a handful of times & already I have spent over $200 on useless item i.e. $65 for two iPhone cases... read more

Terrific array of 'gifty' doo-dads: candles, baby stuff, pretty dishes, etc. The cards are really great; more interesting than stock at drug stores and yes, even Papyrus. It is very apparent that the proprietress loves the items she sells and wants the folks receiving them to do so as well. read more

I know that Lundeen's has a lot of the stuff you can find at places like Pulp, but sometimes I don't have time to get out to La Brea and 6th, so having a smaller but still really nice shop like it nearby is ideal. Everyone I've encountered working there has been really friendly and helpful, even writing down my questions/requests in order to follow up on them later. The cards are really nice, mostly hand printed etc. and the gifties are pretty much all things I'm more tempted to just keep for myself than give away. read more

I LOVE Lundeen's! I used to work across the street and only wish I shopped there more before I changed jobs and relocated to Burbank. I seriously love/want everything here. They're one of those cute boutique gift shops that have beauty products, cards, stationery, kid stuff, home decor, jewelry and a plethora of unique/handmade/high quality things (especially items that appeal to designers like me!). I would drive all the way to the westside to shop here for my favorite perfume (by Tokyo Milk) and to perhaps build my Pantone mug collection. The staff is nice and I love that they also accept KCRW benefit cards :) read more

Unique, high-quality, friendly store. Thank goodness there is a store that actually cares about what people love rather than what they want to force on everyone. This place is go-to for all (last-minute) presents I need. Super cliche, but it really does have something for everyone, and they gift wrap!! Service has always been really great and personal. Swing by and check it out. read more

I stumbled upon this place with a friend when we were walking around downtown Culver City. Cutest little shop ever. There's so many nooks and crannies on every shelf! Yes, like the other reviews, it's very charming and Pinteresque. (Get it? haha). Though i would never buy a card for $6, I will definitely come here to buy a unique gift for someone special. read more

COOL place!! But a lot of things are just way out of my range and everything is just so pricey, its a good find though, just fun to rummage through the things and look but can't buy anything .. lol read more

Lundeen's, you own my soul and I have no objections about it. This is my go-to place to find gifts for pretty much anyone on my gift-giving list or for finding nice knick knacks and stationary for myself. They always gift wrap everything beautifully, saving me the extra effort of attempting to muster up some wrapping paper and wrapping skills. The danger of this place is that I can spend nearly the entire 2 hours worth of free garage parking offered by Downtown Culver City just browsing through all the quirky and/or beautiful items in this carefully-edited boutique. read more

This is a like a candy store for adults... so much fun you don't want to leave. I love this place. Lundeen's has saved my butt on more than one occasion. For example: I was down the street at Sony for a conference and had 20 minutes during lunch to find the "perfect" birthday card for my honey. And, yes, I did. Phew! On another occasion I was going to meet some friends two doors down at City Tavern and I had two birthdays that I had to take care of 5 minutes in the future. (Eeeks.) But again, I found the perfect cards for each of them and the perfect tchotski's as gifts -- one for a guy and one for a gal -- I wrote out the cards at Lundeen's cash register and trotted down to City Tavern and no one was the wiser. The cards and gifts are tres eclectic and unique. It appeared as if I'd spent hours (instead of 3 minutes) selecting them. Next time I have to visit when I have more than 5 minutes because this place is ultra, ultra cool. Watch out Paper Source, you've met your match. read more

Small, local gift shop, with an assortment of quirky books, beer & wine accoutrements, cute cards, perfume and candles, and housewares like funky mugs and cutting boards. There's also a baby section, but I have yet to peruse that. Things here are a little pricy but they're unique, and the people who work there are always willing to make a suggestion or help you find the right gift. Great gift wrapping, too! Only real cons are that they've only got a few of each item, so don't expect what you've seen before to be in stock, and parking here SUCKS. Best to park in the nearby structure rather than circle the block looking for a spot, which I've sadly done more than once. read more

This is a great place to find unique quirky gifts for babies, kids, and adults! They have some pricey items but the kids toys are all really organic and quality. They carry a lot of Plan Toys brand which uses rubberwood to make all their products. They have tons of great scented candles too. They gift wrap as well - at least for the holidays! read more

Handmade cards, one-of-a-kind handcrafted leather wallets, unique jewelry, candles of all shapes/scents/sizes, children's toys, and kitchenware you didn't know you needed (but will definitely improve your quality of life)... That's what you'll find at Lundeen's (with slightly cringe-worthy price tags). For men and women alike (there's quite a selection of men's vanity products), I highly recommend this shop for gifts, self indulgences, and quality nick-nacks. read more

The best gift shop EVER. I get special presents for others and myself here. Great staff and amazing items...too many to name. Just go, trust me! read more

The store is pretty easy to find. There is convenient street parking all around, and it's next too other good stores / food places on a nice street. The woman working, who I believe is the owner, was very friendly and helpful. They offer a nice selection of small gifts: candles, journals, baby gifts, art books, etc. I was impressed that there was a whole shelf of baby and children's books because I think that is rare in a smaller gift store. Everything was nicely displayed as well. Being listed under "cards & stationary", I was a little disappointed there was not a larger card selection, since that was my main purpose for visiting, but I am always happy to see stores that carry more independent card makers. I was still able to find some good cards though, and the prices were reasonable. I would pop back in again if I were in the area. read more

Went to Lundenn's for the first time today and got unique gifts for two of my favorite people. I found them because they carry the unique gift 'table topics'. They are cubes filled with cards with questions to start conversations at dinner parties. The cards they had were amazing as all the other reviews mention. They have this one line called Bald Guy Greetings which are filled with hilarious sarcasm....everytime I read the card I bought I have to laugh. I can't wait to send it to my best friend on the east coast. So check out Lundeen's....for unique gifts. You won't be disappointed. read more

I adore this shop! There are fun and quirky gifts, books, and cards. I have purchased many little gifts here -- a hilarious card and salt and pepper shakers for my friend's wedding, a sweet card for my grandparents, a birthday gift for my husband, and so much more. I have brought friends to the store, and they always find stuff they love too. I also feel the need to comment about my experience with the employees. I am shocked by the other reviewers comments about the customer service. My husband and I stop by the store at least a few times each month during our walks around the neighborhood and the staff has always been extremely kind and welcoming. In addition, when we make quick stops out front for our dog to take a drink from the water bowl they have by the front door, they always smile and wave hello. I have walked in the shop and aimlessly browsed numerous times and I love that I am not hounded by the employee, but I have never encountered rudeness or felt like I was not being respected as a customer. Overall, I love everything about the store -- the items, the staff, and the location! read more

They have great taste in stocking their store. Always a must when on the hunt for a great gift or card. Culver City Gem. read more

Lundeen's is my go-to gift place for literally everyone, including myself. I've been going there for three years and I'm constantly finding cool gifts hidden in the shelves. The staff is fantastic and helpful. Kathryn carries some weird and quirky things in there - whiskey rocks, moustache paraphernalia, even books telling you why your dog/cat is gay. But she also has those items that come through in the clutch when you can't think of anything to get your mom for her birthday, or your newborn cousin. They also gift wrap for free, and since I don't know how to do that at all, it's quite great. So if you're looking for a gift to impress, Lundeen's is your best bet on the westside. read more

I use to loathe buying cards. I would browse the greeting card aisles at Hallmark, Target and stores alike frustrated with the selection and lack of originality. Since discovering Lundeen's I've developed a crush on greeting card shopping. I could and have spent hours looking at the assortment of cards at Lundeen's. Entertaining, moving, relevant and completely quirky- you'll find a perfect card for the person you have in mind and then 5 other cards for friends and family just because. In addition to my greeting card go-to, Lundeen's is my one stop gift shop. I've bought my young niece and nephew's birthday presents here along with gifts for my mom, sister and best friends. Free gift wrap is offered and if you happen to be shopping with your pup treats are as well. read more

Great place for random gifts or cool trinkets for your house. I don't agree with the negative comments about absentee workers. The adorable red head girl helped me find some great stuff and color coordinated my free gift wrapping (I normally use newspaper). Very positive customer experience. Everything is expensive, that part is true. read more

We LOVE this shop! It's a treat just to go inside and browse. They have the most unique, creative, high-quality, beautiful product line of stationary, books, pens, lotions, candles, gifts and more. The owner makes the experience even better, the whole place exudes warmth and charm. read more

I love this place. The shop owner or whoever curates the items there needs to be commended. I always get complimented on the gifts I give but no one knows that Lundeen's is one of my secret weapons! The one drawback is that I frequently end up spending more than planned and buying for myself too! read more

Great selection ! This place has very cute gift cards, gifts for a variety of people (men, women & children), luxury items, holiday items etc. Some things can be very pricey but there are other items reasonably priced. I love how they constantly have new items available. It has a little bit of an anthropologie feel with out being too 'what it is' if you know what I mean by that. I actually like how the staff isn't constantly down your throat. I like to be left to shop on my own. When I do have questions they are super nice and helpful. They offer free gift wrapping as well. I like to stop by and get a piece of jewelry now and then when I feel like I need to treat myself. It's right next to starbucks so its a good place to pop in and browse after you get a coffee. I always enjoy a look through there. read more

We are so lucky to have this place in our neighborhood. We find something great to buy for gifts every time, for every age and occasion... and usually end up with a little something for ourselves as well. Dog friendly and welcoming, smiling faces all around. read more

I love Lundeen's!! It has the best selection of really unique and creative gifts in Southern CA. We always find something cool when we stop by there. I find the service to be friendly, welcoming and very helpful. This very charming little store in downtown Culver City is a wonderful find!! read more

I've spent hundreds of dollars here over the last four years. I decide to walk in today and there are three employees chit chatting about the super moon and just me in the whole store. Not once did they bother to say hello, welcome, how can we help you. I walked out ten minutes later and they continued with their conversation without so much as looking up. This is a serious lack of customer service and is pretty alienating to someone who considered themselves a repeat customer. Oh well, I'm sure I can find another expensive knick knack store to buy little gifts at... like Espionage on Beverly, which I highly recommend. read more

Super cute and quaint place for artistic creativity to shine. Think of a small hipster paper source :)

The most uncomfortable store I literally have ever been to. The old lady was following me around like I was gonna steal something. Next time, at least be more slick about it. I was gonna buy a few things until I realize not only am aren't those women friendly in the slightest inside their small ass store, but their prices are a rip off, if you're an online shopper, you would know exactly what I'm talking about. I give this store under 5 years before they go belly up! Good luck, mean ass ladies! read more

I want to Love this place...I have been in this store several times bought a few things from, cards, to a ring to baby toys and a purse, but I am done! Never once has anyone here even bothered to pretend that customer service matters to them. I can't tell you how many times I've been in and they don't even bother to acknowledge your presence. It's kind of sad but I think I've returned in hopes that it would be different, and it never is. I took my husband in the other night to buy some thank you cards and gifts and after about 10 minutes of being completely ignored (mind you no one else was even in the store) I had enough and put our things down and left. read more

What a cute place with some wicked funny cards! A fun place to shop for someone special plus you will always end up buying for yourself as well. Yes it is pricey, but they have to pay the rent too, lol. Most of the things you can find online for 20-60% less if you are patient to wait for shipping. If you are looking for one of a kind gifts, there are better places. read more