We believe handcrafted tchotchkes are life-enhancing. -Jonathan Adler

It had rained all week. Dreary, cold, wet days that were nice and quiet, but I need clear skies and bright light. With a rainy shopping Saturday in SB, we were hoping our Sunday trip to LA would yield both sun and fun.

We spent a lot of the day running around LA for unexpected presents and decided to stop by Jonathan Adler on Melrose. Having driven by the store many times, registering/creating a wish list there, loving the aesthetic, and on the look out for the perfect present for my banana/fruit loving cousin, it was the perfect place to start. And although the price point was a bit daunting, one or two little pieces could be special enough and add an irrevernt luxury to our home.


Their store windows, reflecting a sunny and lightly clouded sky, delighted the eye with pretty pottery and boxes with bows :)


A bed said "love" and lux and comfort.


Pottery was all around. I am in love with the man and woman bud vases on the table.


Color was always present.


Figurines of all kinds each had a home.


Sayings, like his manifesto, were all over the walls.


Laquer and bright colors and Larry & Balky added such fun to the place.


One of my favorite pieces were the salt and pepper shakers.


The store was filled with so much design, color, bright inspiration, and happy people and pieces that I had to come away with a purchase.


Tied nicely with a bow.


Hip, happy, and for the home.


An elephant ornament for the tree!


And a too cute poodle, too.

I am so glad the sun came out for Sunday :) It was a perfect day to run around town, in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, and enjoy the beauty of light, colors, and little design pieces.

Hope that your weekend was fab and that your holidays are gearing up to be great!!