FROM THE BLOG

By Deb Brosseau

This is the second installment of our yearly holiday gift guide to the Melrose Arts District. If you’re looking for a piece of art, something that smells lovely or adds a little wow to the house, here are some places to check out on Melrose to find an unforgettable gift.

CANIS MAJOR

Canis Major is a like the box of cereal AND the surprise toy inside. It’s so full of fun you might not even know where to begin, so just dive it to find the sweet gift from a huge array of stickers, pins, art, totes and more. Best thing? All local and indie artists and items change fast!

CANIS MAJOR
IG: @canismajorgifts
7601 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
(323) 433-4130

GALLERY 1988

(art by Allison Bamcat and Anthony Petrie)

Once you’re done geeking out on the current exhibit of amazing pop art, you’ll have a lot to consider if you’ve got gifting the pop culture and art lover on your list. Gallery 1988 features local and emerging artists, and you won’t find a collection like it anywhere around.

GALLERY 1988
IG: @galleries1988
7308 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
(323) 934-0204
Open Wednesday – Sunday 11a – 6p

HOUSE OF INTUITION

Everyone needs a little magic during the holidays, and House of Intuition offers many ways to gift that precious gift. Crystals, herbs, bath goods, sages, plenty of books– whatever your giftee might love for good intentions. Or choose from the world-famous wall of ritual candles.

HOUSE OF INTUITION
IG : @houseofintuition
7449 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
323-424-3421
Open 11a – 7p

INCENSE PRO / CRYSTAL CANDLE HUB

This shop does double duty. The front of the store has beautiful crystals, stones, and candles while the back of the store will blow your mind with its wall of incense and gorgeous burners. You’re guaranteed to find a perfect duo for your scent-loving giftee this year.

INCENSE PRO / CRYSTAL CANDLE HUB
IG: @crystalcandlehub
7547 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
(213) 322-3483
Open 11a – 8p

SPITFIRE GIRL

When it comes to adding something special to your home, nobody does it better than Spitfire Girl. If your gift-getter is a little snarky, bold, dark, sassy, quirky? That’s all covered here. In addition to the regular uber-cool ceramics, now’s the time of year for funky ornaments as well.

SPITFIRE GIRL
IG: @spitfiregirlrocks
7401 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles 90046
(323) 424-7340
Open 11a – 7p