For more than 35 years, Maria's has imported European ceramics, linens, chandeliers, jewelry and more for its loyal customers. Los Altos is the flagship store and has a large selection of French, Italian and British goods, including French linens and fabric. Ask about Italian pottery made exclusively for Maria's, that can also be customized for clients. It is difficult to leave the store without buying one of Maria's signature biscotti candles.
BK Collections is a cozy little boutique located on State Street in downtown Los Altos. Products include pottery, paper goods, jewelry, stationary, candles and more. Each item is unique and special, making this an excellent place to find a one-of-a-kind gift. The staff is personable and friendly.
Paperwhirl is a stationery retailer. It sells a large variety of invitations for weddings, birthday parties and other events, save the date notices, table cards and thank-you notes and provides custom design and printing services.
This company sells a range of items celebrating the Olympic gold medal skater, Brian Boitano. Products include T-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, mouse pads and mugs. It also carries a line of items with the "What Would Brian Boitano Do?" tag line. Proceeds from the store go to youth charities.
Nature Gallery stocks rocks, crystals, fossils and minerals, as well as fine art photographs and jewelry by 87Rocks, Sasa, Baraka, Judith Ubick, Monarch and Jewelry by Claire.
Davino Florist is located on Main Street in downtown Los Altos. The shop offers freshly-cut flowers and specialize in custom flower arrangements. Visit the store to consult with a florist, or visit the Davino Florist Web site for examples of finished arrangements. The florist also carries a selection of unique home accents and gifts, such as gold-plated frames and ceramics, and there is a garden full of beautiful potted flowers behind the store.
This store, part of the reliable confectionary chain, is set back from El Camino like a little jewel. There's lots of parking in front and back, and the staff is very friendly and liberal with the product samples. It's just south of Whole Foods and Showers Drive. Amusingly, there's a dental-implant office next door.
Located in downtown on State Street, Los Altos Card & Party features a selection of balloons, cards, gifts, party supplies, invitations, stationary and scrapbooking products. It specializes in products for weddings, including invitations, wedding books, albums, frames and guest books. It offesr efficient service, as its custom printing services can be completed within 48 hours.
