pergolina

sneak peek

2012-01-25T14:57:00.000-08:00

p went on a buying trip last week so there are lots of new treasures at the shop! we are working on getting them all up on the site, but for now a sneak peek! textiles, jewels, blues, fragrance, vintage and more!!!

save the date!

2012-01-18T13:22:00.000-08:00

you are guaranteed to score with your lover if you make a stop at pergolina before the big night. trust us. we are romance professionals! only the best for the very best!

to infinity and beyond!

2012-01-12T15:14:00.001-08:00

scarf it up! we have another great one! perfect for this weirdo warm winter with chilly nights... a super soft cotton jersey infinity scarf. each one is one of a kind. some come on by and snatch your fave!

food porn

2012-01-12T13:56:00.000-08:00

we are hungry. we love beautiful food. we like to share it with you. anyone have any tasty recipes up their sleeves?

your favorite scarf!

2012-01-11T11:48:00.000-08:00

our most popular scarf is back in stock in the brown, but a new and delicious color has also joined the mix! a gorgeous blend of blue, violet is our newest scarf. get yours while we've got em!

find it here!

cashmere sale

2012-01-06T17:15:00.000-08:00

soft to the touch, cozy and classic... all cashmere in the shop is %50 off right now. beautiful colorful scarves, hand dyed, striped, perfectly plain. we've got 'em.

s a l e s a l e s a l e s a l e s a l e s a l e

2012-01-04T14:00:00.000-08:00

did we mention that most of the store has been discounted to 40% off? well its true. s a l e time!

we are back!

2012-01-03T17:29:00.000-08:00

happy to be back in action! the shop is open and welcome the new year with wide arms. lots of new ideas to get to and treasures to find and share. we had a wonderful holiday and i hope you did too! cheers to a new year and fresh beginnings!

cozy baby

2011-12-10T11:45:00.000-08:00

snuggle up your bambino in a adorable printed blanket. complete with playful and modern graphics to make you smile. perfect for the modern baby. made of 100% super soft cotton.
available here.

holiday open house in photos

2011-12-08T01:31:00.000-08:00

the toluca lake open house was last week, and as always pergolina was jam full of folks in the holiday spirit. the shop looked magical; twinkling vintage ornaments, handmade paper garlands carefully dressed with colorful yarn tassels and hydrangeas from a very special garden, the glowing angel in the window, all details in place ready for their big reveal.
if you haven't been by the shop yet, come quick! pergolina especially sparkles during the holiday season. and the shopping is pretty good too.

martini party photos

2011-12-07T23:12:00.000-08:00

a little late but worth the wait, here a couple photos of our martini party in november...

bag it

2011-11-23T13:28:00.000-08:00

new bags in the shop from jo handbags.... "jo combines a raw look with a no-nonsense style to offer handbags and accessories that are sturdy, versatile and unapologetically unpolished. jo's unique designs artfully blend boot leather, woven vinyl, burlap, waxed canvas, copper, silver and brass in classic shapes. Made locally by hand in NYC, details like raw cut leather, hammered wire and external stitching are finishing touches that reinforce the commitment to craftsmanship and quality".

shop it up here.

the perfect stocking stuffer... olivina soap and hand lotion

2011-11-22T17:03:00.000-08:00

find it here and here!

martini party trunk show... THIS THURSDAY!!!

2011-11-15T16:21:00.000-08:00

we are so excited, our event is only days away! martinis! pupusas! friends! fun! pergolina! and best of all our trunk show! featuring so many great designers. here is a sneak peek of some of their good looking loot...

vanessa jenik...

carla mancini...

pj galloway...

tamara hensick...

studio deluca...

catia deliso...

graphic storage

2011-11-11T17:46:00.000-08:00

never a dull moment when opening a box of cleverly designed silk screened goods from thomas paul. we especially dig the new denim ipad case complete with a cool print of an old fashioned type writer. available in store and online now!

shop it up here...

hey there good lookin'

2011-11-10T16:31:00.000-08:00

just in, new handsomely designed objects from izola. inspired by old world utilitarian objects that were built to last, these items are a carefully curated, a whimsical collection of accessories that combines functional every day staples with antiquity. the result is a series of useful items which are made with great care and attention to detail.

shop it up here...

make a wish...

2011-11-08T14:45:00.000-08:00

it is "somebodies" birthday 'round here. i won't say who... but i would just like to wish them an especially lovely bday filled with skirt twirling, barefeet and pretty cities.... :)

puppy pride!

2011-11-04T12:06:00.000-07:00

we are so proud to announce that our little hannah's big sister - JOLENE! is the daily puppy today! she is a super star! below are some adorable photos of jolene and little sister hannah ( bianca's daughter )...

(the big girls belong to bianca's folks; layla & mia - its a doggy dog party over here at pergolina :) all photos by amaya d'amico. )

wrap yourself up in stripes and linen...

2011-11-03T15:46:00.000-07:00

this soft striped light weight scarf adds a lovely sophisticated fluidity to any outfit. its natural tones and graphic stripes make it an essential piece for your wardrobe. made of 80% cotton / 20% linen, its cozy on the skin and wraps nicely around the neck.

you can get your own here and here.

wordy

2011-11-01T18:04:00.000-07:00

sometimes the written word is just the right touch of graphic punch. we are loving this entire collection by studiopatró that we just received today! now available in our store and on our online shop here.

a must see!

2011-10-26T15:18:00.000-07:00

at pergolina we are known for our excellent selection of scarves. we carry everything from cashmere to silk to cotton, bold patterns, soft colors, ethnic prints and romantic dyes. we are often asked by our clients to teach them various ways to wear our favorite accessory, the scarf! so when we came across this video that shows 25 different ways to wear a scarf, of course we HAD to share it with you. watch and learn and wear that scarf any which way! amazing what a piece of fabric can do for a girls look!

our new website... it is finally here!

2011-10-26T11:32:00.000-07:00

we are so happy to announce that finally!!! our new website is up and running. we worked very hard to make the site more user friendly, lovely and really showcase the beautiful objects that we hand select for our shop. we will be updating the online shop on a weekly basis with new merchandise, so check back often!

check out our new site HERE! and happy shopping!

new pepita jewelry!

2011-09-21T17:34:00.000-07:00

our favorite italian jewelry from milan is back in the shop! we just received a colorful new collection of gorgeous one of a kind work from designer pepita. brass, stones, velvet, vintage bits and fabric. her work is like no other. we are in love, again. :)

snapshots

2011-09-13T14:35:00.000-07:00

the sale was very successful. so many items went home to good parents. now the new stuff starts to crawl, then POUR in! yipee! we can't wait. so much fun to be had! in the meantime there are still quite a few good lookin' objects taking up residence in the ol' shop. below are a couple snap shots of store...

speaking of making room...

2011-09-08T15:39:00.000-07:00

gathering a bit of inspiration over at prettie rooms tumbler page. we think the images speak for themselves...

s is for sale!

2011-09-08T14:58:00.000-07:00

pssst! we are having a SALE at the shop starting TODAY till MONDAY september 12th!

image via pinterest.

cha cha changes

2011-08-30T12:56:00.000-07:00

we moved all kinds of treasures around. we weren't kidding when we said we have lots of new merchandise on its way to the shop. so many great things marked down to 50% off. below are a couple sneak peaks of some the goods...

quoteS of the day...

2011-08-19T16:44:00.000-07:00

we found waaaay more than one for today... oh pinterest, what have you done to us!

making space

2011-08-19T11:28:00.000-07:00

p is still away on her buying trip in nyc. we need to make room for all the new treats coming in to the shop very soon. lots of treasures are in the shop, marked at 25% - 50% off... help us make space! come on by the shop! and shop it up!

braided beauties

2011-08-12T16:26:00.000-07:00

just in, lovely braided leather jewelry from fleet objects in vancouver, canada. wrap bracelets and simply necklaces, add that perfect extra bit of color and texture. another new item to soon be found on our sound to reveal itself new online shop!

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a new toy

2011-08-09T17:32:00.000-07:00

we have a new toy, it is called pinterest - do you play? if you don't already have an account with pinterest than you should totally check it out. it is bascially an online community for beautiful things. below are a couple of our new favorite image findings on pinterest. check out our boards here, and check often because we are constantly adding new inspirations!

hello beautiful things!

2011-08-03T14:49:00.000-07:00

another batch of beautiful treats has arrived at the shop. we did a photoshoot with the gorgeous kelly sporting all the newbies. most of the new goods will be featured for purchase on our new website that is ALMOST DONE. we can't wait!

shown below... vintage silk one of a kind scarf, druzy on gold chain necklaces, colorful cotton market bags...

up close

2011-07-26T18:19:00.000-07:00

here are couple close ups and not so close up shots of some of the new treasures we brought back from our recent shopping trip. detailed posts to come, but in the meantime we thought we would tempt you a bit with the gorgeous textures, art and colors we just scored...

made with love

2011-07-26T14:21:00.000-07:00

everything at pergolina is made with love, our gift wrap, our selection of items we sell, the way we display, the food we serve at our various parties... so why shouldn't our gift certificates be made with love? we used to print a nice standard card but have now ventured into making something a bit more artful. using a simple muslin fabric, some watercolors, stamps and little imagination we now have one of a kind gift cards that hold the power to buy you a lovely something something in our shop of love. ;)

our favorite necklace right now

2011-07-23T07:36:00.000-07:00

the very talented and lovely p j galloway dropped off some seriously beautiful jewelry the other day. diamonds, smooth wood beads, pearls, precious stones and more. every piece is exquisite. however this particular piece was one of our favorites. we love the combination of sophisticated materials that have been arranged into a very bohemian design that can dress up even a simple jeans and t shirt look. love.

handmade, handwritten

2011-07-22T07:22:00.000-07:00

we are now going to be including cards and wider stationary selection on our new site. in the shop we sell cards at a rapid pace, which makes us very excited! not only because we are making some money, but the handwritten card is making a comeback! keep us in mind for your upcoming card writing occasions. :)

some of our favorites to write in or on...

hello there

2011-07-21T13:19:00.000-07:00

we have been playing in our side yard today, shooting lots of new and old favorites for the brand new pergolina website. we are so anxious to reveal our new site. it has been made with lots of love and is much easier to navigate! in the meantime here are a couple shots of our little magical outdoor space where we make it all happen. :)

eat in peace

2011-07-14T12:41:00.000-07:00

we are madly in love with our new collection of plates and bowls for children from smiling planet. although they are intended for kids, we are tempted to snatch up a couple for our bbqs as well. every plate or bowl showcases an clever and whimsical illustration of animals and characters, messages of peace, and a delightful sense of humor that encourages finishing your meal to get to the treat to be discovered at the bottom.

smiling planet's plates and bowls are made from safe, 100% recycled, 100% recyclable, medical-grade, high purity, number #5 polypropylene. the products are CPSIA-compliant, use non-toxic inks, and are free of BPA, phthalates, PVC, and lead. number #5 polypropylene is regarded as a safe plastic by such leading authorities as healthy child healthy world. all of the dinnerware is made outside of san francisco, california.

we are still here

2011-07-05T12:57:00.000-07:00

hi gang. although p will be taking over this blog very shortly, we are going through a transitional period here at the shop - new site in the works, face lifts in the shop, prepping for the big ny shopping trip and much more! so we appreciate your patience as we are the buzzing around with our busy bee lives!
in the meantime to keep you connected, how about some lovely shots of the store right now. please check back. we will be blogging up a storm soon enough. lots of new treasures and inspiration to share. :)

diving in

2011-06-05T23:40:00.000-07:00

dear ones i am jumping in! pergolina's blog has been tended to by the beautiful ms Bee but she is so busy (busy bee)
there is so much deliciousness that i love.
the inspirations and thoughts of a woman who loves life and artful adventures. so please visit often as i am ready to burst.

new jewelry favorites

2011-05-13T16:31:00.000-07:00

just a couple of our favorite new treasures from renee garvey, vanessa jenik...

shop it up HERE!

green feather trees...

2011-05-13T16:18:00.000-07:00

back by popular demand, the roost green feather trees are back in stock! two holidays in a row we have sold out of these wispy treasures. so in reaction to that love, we have ordered them early and are selling them online NOW!

they come in three sizes and are really a lovely holiday accent to your home. shop it up here.

fashionista

2011-05-11T12:06:00.000-07:00

we have been thinking about what our next collection of clothing will be for the shop. so we took a cruise through the good 'ol internet for some inspiration.

via here and here.

we love...

2011-05-10T14:31:00.000-07:00

we just received a new shipment of housewares from teraforma. their designs are gorgeous. especially loving this powerline inspired graphic serving tray and these natural wood salt and pepper mills.

shop it up here.

mother's day tea party and sale at pergolina...

2011-05-04T12:14:00.001-07:00

this saturday may 7th, join us for a spot of something and a slice of something AND a discount!

we are so proud...

2011-05-03T15:07:00.000-07:00

a dear friend of pergolina, the ever so kind and lovely joe mantegna has just been awarded with his very own star on hollywood blvd. it was an exciting day! we just had to share this special moment with you all.

joe is currently on the show criminal minds. if you ever want a good at the edge of your seat tv show, watch it!

all the photos were taken by our dear model, kelly tucci.

serve it up!

2011-04-27T15:26:00.000-07:00

we are so in love with all the gorgeous pieces we received from be home decor... lovely mango wood dishes in two sizes, teak salt & pepper cellars with a perfect spoon, sea shell dishes and more...

JEWELRY IN STORE SALE SATURDAY ONLY!

2011-04-23T13:20:00.000-07:00

just in... canvas home

2011-04-19T16:42:00.000-07:00

canvas is one of our favorite companies for gorgeous, elegant and simple housewares. we also love that canvas works closely with aid for artisans and supports communities in need, like haiti. what could be better that beautiful objects that help make a difference?

to shop it up go here...

just in... tai jewelry

2011-04-19T13:27:00.000-07:00

attention all layering savvy bracelet loving ladies! tai jewelry has arrived! it is sparkly and magical! Crystals and silk, wings and moons! to shop it up go here...

yes peas!

2011-04-09T12:27:00.000-07:00

yesterday we made lunch for anyone who visited pergolina. paulanna made a DELICIOUS pea soup! she had a little salted dried peas garnish sitting pretty on top (or to nibble on the side). plus tiny toasts loaded just the right amount with mouth watering olive oil and salt. a dear friend brought over some horse radish and cheddar "pub cheese" - put that on your toast on the side of your pea soup and viola! heaven! nothing quite like a homemade treat while you shop!

we plan on making lunch again soon... visit our facebook page and hit "like" or follow our twitter page for updates on our menu!

inspiration

2011-04-07T15:12:00.000-07:00

paulanna and i had a conversation today about how amazing blogs are. how they allow you to travel and learn about new places, cultures, food, art. blogs introduce to you to new people, amazing visuals and of course, inspire you - or in this case not only inspire, but make you very hungry and longing for a journey! the following images are just the tip of the iceberg. you must must check out the rest of the images of mya henry and eric werner's restaurant in tulum, mexico on the selby - here!

"Most people keep their New Year’s resolutions simple: exercise, save money, volunteer. Mya Henry and Eric Werner took on something more challenging — they made a pact to leave New York and open a restaurant in Tulum, Mexico. Last December, after seven months of planning, building and traveling around the country in search of antiques, they opened Hartwood, which they describe as ‘‘Mexican farmhouse rustic.’’ Werner, who cooked at Peasant in Manhattan and Vinegar Hill House in Brooklyn, helms the kitchen, while Henry, who worked for the Soho Grand Hotel, runs the front of the house. Henry blames her naïveté for fueling their project. ‘‘I’ve never worked so hard in my life — despite being in this paradise.’" - via the NY times

just in... christian lacroix papier

2011-04-06T16:04:00.000-07:00

we get to see lots of beautiful things here at pergolina, but sometimes there are certain treasures that come our way that especially take our breathe away. that is how we feel when we open up a box of christian lacroix papier goods. the new journals and note cards are unbelievably beautiful. they are so creatively conceived! they are pure magic.

new in the store - both online and in our brick and mortar...

christian lacroix les anges baroques note cards box set... unique lace-cut construction and whimsical color combinations are like stationery couture...

christian lacroix astrologie journal... "carries all of the lavish details one expects from the maximalist Parisian couturier...has multiple uses – journal, diary, birthday book, astrology log. sepia cover engraving with polka dot flocking and gold stamped christian lacroix logo... four printed pages with gold foil borders and 12 full color plates of each one of the signs with printed acetate overlays... without a doubt”the” covetable, chic accessory".

inspiration - artist lauren brescia

2011-04-06T12:01:00.000-07:00

how do we even begin the conversation about how amazing the work of artist lauren brescia is. it hosts an overwhelming amount of references, textures, imagination and whimsical beauty. at the same time her sculptures are almost eerie. the abundance of color and things sliding down, the windows into other worlds, the scale - it all makes for a wonderful art experience.

so excited to have found her work. via here and here.

TOMORROW ONLY 25% OFF THE LEFT SIDE!

2011-04-01T18:17:00.001-07:00

Hello Pergolina Friends,

Tomorrow ONLY we are having a SALE on everything on the LEFT SIDE OF THE SHOP. Yup, 25% OFF EVERYTHING ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SHOP!

What side is the left, you may ask yourself? Depends what door you come in...

just in... lulu designs necklaces

2011-03-31T13:43:00.000-07:00

moss aqua marine, pave diamond, antique chains, a pink druzy, morroccan pendants, jade and apatite are just a few of the gorgeous elements that make up the lovely lulu designs. we have a new batch of necklaces and they are to die for. see for yourself...

shop it up here!

around the shop...

2011-03-30T11:46:00.000-07:00

a little peak into the shop. we have so many little moments packed with tiny treasures and surprises. when visiting our shop you must look closely at all the details, you never know when a little squirrel, mouse or even glittery bird will pop up and say hello!

inspiration - artist michelle armas

2011-03-29T15:50:00.000-07:00

we are so loving these recent gorgeous paintings from artist michelle armas. the colors remind us that spring is just around the corner! her casual yet careful application of the paint evokes the movement of meadows lush with wildflowers, her sudden breaks in the piles of color act as paths, perhaps made as a way to enter the painting.
arma's blog, armas design is also quite delicious. we suggest you visit and take a peek at all the pretty things in michelle's world.

JEWELRY IN STORE SALE TOMORROW ONLY!

2011-03-25T16:33:00.000-07:00

tomorrow we are offering 25% OFF ALL JEWELRY! TOMORROW ONLY! so come on by and shop it up! You know what they say, accessories make the outfit!

can't make it tomorrow? visit our Pergolina facebook page!

click the LIKE button and you get 20% off your next purchase (just let us know when you come in).

if you want the most up to date news on incoming merchandise, events and sales be sure to visit our facebook page or follow us on twitter!

just in - earrings from lulu designs

2011-03-22T16:26:00.000-07:00

pearls, aqua marine, leather, moonstone, vermeil, prehnite and more! lulu design earrings are made here in California. each earring is equally delicious! mixed metals, textures and stones make these earrings a pergolina favorite.

to shop go here.

inspiration - jansen's strandbeests

2011-03-19T15:22:00.000-07:00

watch this. you won't regret it. so beautiful and inspiring...

thanks amaya for sending it our way. :)

peace love and bubbles!

2011-03-19T13:22:00.000-07:00

paulanna and her granddaughter have begun making whimsical bottles filled with magical bubbles! it is still a bit of a work in progress, but so far so good! we wanted to share with you some images of the artful bottles...

for the home, for the garden...

2011-03-17T12:26:00.000-07:00

bird feeders, carafes, tiny terracotta pots for candles or chicks and hens, all designed with a bit of whimsey and vintage charm...
just in treasures for the home and garden...

hard to pick a favorite...

2011-03-16T16:58:00.000-07:00

we just got large shipment of adorable sock monkeys, cats, bunnies, "freaks" and more! they are super cute. see for yourself... (b keeps trying to rationalize why she NEEDS to own a toy bunny and cat).

kimono party

2011-03-16T11:42:00.000-07:00

lots of new treasures made with gorgeous kimono fabric...

red cross

2011-03-11T13:50:00.000-08:00

our hearts and thoughts are with japan...

the american red cross is accepting donations to help in the wake of a devastating earthquake and tsunami in japan.
those who wish to donate can do so at RedCross.org or make a $10 donation by texting REDCROSS to 90999. the money will go to those affected by the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific.
the american red cross says the japanese red cross society has mobilized 11 teams into the heavily-damaged communities. the U.S. organization said it is in touch with its global partners in the damaged pacific nations and prepared to help when/if needed.

spring is near

2011-03-08T14:26:00.000-08:00

spring is sprouting up in the shop. we are receiving lots of treasures that echo the colors and blooms of one of the happiest seasons of all. miniature flower pots, friendly gnomes for the garden, glittery eggs and much more...

around the shop...

2011-03-04T15:45:00.000-08:00

so many gorgeous textiles in the shop right now. the ladies are wearing them, the bed is loaded with yummy soft cottons and silks. visit us and explore...

ralli quilts for sale here...

introducing pergolina's new facebook page

2011-03-03T12:18:00.000-08:00

pergolina has been deep in exploring the lovely possibilities of facebook only to discover that we should have a facebook PAGE. yes, we already have a PROFILE and a FAN PAGE but did you know that facebook recommends you have a PAGE as well - so now we do! and we are very excited about it because we are using it as our main source for updating you daily on new merchandise straight away! right as it comes in! our facebook PAGE will serve as our most current source for merchandise updates! with that being said... you should check it out HERE and hit LIKE.

we will still continue to blog. how could we stop?! the blog is our home for not only merchandise updates but inspiration and so on... we are just spreading out the pergolina love on the internet.

see you on the facebook!

xoxo
pergolina

inspiration

2011-02-24T12:19:00.000-08:00

there are so many incredible visual delights on people's blogs and tumblr pages these days. there is inspiration all around us. you just have to do a little web surfing and then poof gorgeous things all around you! so we'd like to share a couple images that speak to us lately from the brilliant miss mary quite contrary tumblr page.

scarves for everyone!

2011-02-18T17:47:00.000-08:00

yesterday was so much fun. i spent the day shooting the lovely kelly in the many new gorgeous scarves we just received. it is tough stuff working in this shop right now surrounded by so much beauty! i want one of each scarf! we have vintage one-of-a-kind hand quilted silk scarf wraps, soft feather and floral print scarves and cotton multi colored scarves.

to shop go here.

quote of the day

2011-02-17T14:12:00.000-08:00

today's quote of the day is taken from the ever talented and strong minded bikini kill, from the song double dare ya...

wrap yourself up in silk

2011-02-16T16:19:00.000-08:00

when we first laid eyes on these amazing silk vintage one-of-a-kind throws, our fabric loving hearts melted! we wanted all of them! each throw hosts such incredible collections of vibrant colors and patterns hand stitched together. they would make perfect bed spreads, a table cloth, a throw on the sofa, in the patio, for a picnic or our favorite idea is to use them as curtains.

each one of these beauties is unique. no two are alike. so if you have a favorite, keep in mind it is the only one like it! to snatch up your own vintage silk throw go here.

if you love these, also be sure to check out our ralli quilts.

chocolate love

2011-02-11T13:40:00.000-08:00

we are excited to introduce these delicious valentine's day chocolate treats, dipped by dixie. they are made and packaged beautifully by one of our very favorite clients and pergolina featured artist, dixie. her collection of chocolate gifts are the perfect vday gift! her companies slogan is "everything tastes better dipped in chocolate". we won't argue that! and because each item is hand-dipped in chocolate by dixie herself, you are sure to receive a very special creation, gorgeously designed and packaged with love.

valentine's day at pergolina

2011-02-10T17:46:00.000-08:00

the cupids of love have shot down their arrows into pergolina with bundles full of romantic gifts. its true. we are your one stop shop for valentine's day. so many things to choose from for your honey. and the best part is that each gift is gorgeously wrapped with romance in mind.

below is a little cruise around our shop, showcasing some of our valentine's day details. some things may not be available online at this time, but keep us in mind for your upcoming anniversary or birthdays.

to shop our beautiful jewelry go here.

Pergolina in Los Angeles Magazine

2011-02-10T16:03:00.000-08:00

pergolina was featured in the february 2011 issue of los angeles magazine as one of the must see spots in toluca lake. we were thrilled to see the lovely article by ann herold. several of our favorite fellow tolucans were featured - such as our favorite bites to eat sushi yuzu and sweetsalt food shop.

quotes for every day

2011-02-10T13:22:00.000-08:00

normally we bring you a quote for the day every so often. but today we bring you a box full of a lovely collection quotes. the box has a name. introducing... 365 gathered truths. a beautiful handmade box filled with quotes to make you think, reflect and be inspired. perhaps this would make a great valentines day gift? we think so.

you can buy the clever thing here.

in the meantime we shall entertain your thoughts with some of our very favorite quotes found in this treasure box...
"nothing is worth more than this day. " - johann wolfgang von goethe
"enjoy the little things in live for one day you may look back and realize that they were the big things." - robert brault
"an invisible thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place or circumstance. the thread may stretch or tangle, but it will never break." - ancient chinese belief
"let the refining and improving of you own life keep you so buys that you have little time to criticize others." - h. jackson brown
"just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, IT BECAME A BUTTERFLY." - unknown
"Iin the the depth of winter i finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer." albert camus

the ralli quilts are back

2011-02-09T17:17:00.000-08:00

we just picked up another beautiful collection of ralli quilts. this particular batch of one-of-a-kind beauties are especially lovely. they have lots of special little moments with patch work and hand stitching.
we only have four! so if you love one - buy it quickly! to shop go here.

hello again

2011-02-08T12:15:00.000-08:00

sorry the blog has been on sleep. bianca (myself) the blog mother has been very sick. yuck. but i am back in action. promise. :)
lots has happened at pergolina while i was resting up. the store had a big sale, which means now there is room for lots of gorgeous new things. and trust me there are lots of sweet things. like new scarves with a greath feather graphic print (i ordered one too and was quick to wrap myself up in the lovely thing). valentine's day is all over the shop. sterling silver hearts, things that say i love you, beautiful cards to write your romance in... tomorrow i shall bring the nice camera and provide you a proper sneak peak along with posting lots of new treats on the online shop. check back soon!
xoxo
b

a sighting...

2011-01-22T12:43:00.000-08:00

one more thing. we spotted mary sporting a brook sheilds inspired eyebrow. you know natural eye brows are all the rage these days and mary is looking gorgeous!

we went shopping...

2011-01-22T12:39:00.000-08:00

we went shopping yesterday. it was so much fun. as we left the building with bags stuffed, paulanna balancing a bag on her head, me wearing a backpack and two full bags in either hand, we joked that we were leaving the airport. we had been traveling all over the world gathering and collecting treasures from all over to share and sell to our customers. it was quite hilarious when someone commented to paulanna, bag on head - "gorgeous hat!!".
shopping is always so much fun. we get to see and touch! so many unusual and beautiful things. soon we will be putting out the treasures into the shop for your shopping pleasure.
below are some iphone snap shots of our adventure. glittery piles! vintage delights! fabulous women! pattern! and more...
looking back i could have taken more images. but we were so in the moment. i guess you will just have to stop by the shop and see for yourself!

this saturday

2011-01-20T18:27:00.000-08:00

our dear dear friend lily, a very talented and kind spirited young lady is hosting her yoga studio's open house. we have both taken classes with lily and can't say enough about how wonderful her techniques are. she is patient, knowledgeable and such a pleasure to be with. her studio is so beautiful too! intimate and nestled in the hills surrounded by gorgeous views. she even has a wall from which to hang upside down! this saturday is her open house - email her for more information. we highly recommend it.

visit her website here.

image of the day...

2011-01-20T15:16:00.000-08:00

on a gorgeous day like today, a lovely swim with lady friends sounds like the perfect way to spend the time...

image via here. quote via here

street art

2011-01-18T17:29:00.000-08:00

sometimes our schedules are too busy and jammed that they do not permit the time to visit the museum. good thing there are such clever street artists all over the world to play with our imaginations and beg us to take a closer look into what defines beauty when we least expect it. we love the following images found on the wooster collective.

valentines day treasures are here...

2011-01-18T11:37:00.000-08:00

we have received lots of beautiful little ways of saying i love you or be my valentine at pergolina...
pretty heart shaped leather boxes perfect for gifting a necklace or a special little note with a chocolate kiss... milagros portraying happy couples that bring luck and love... handmade objects from peru made of paper and clay that read "amor" and "te amo"... vintage reclaimed spoons that serve as loving reminders and companions to your keys...

les papillons noirs

2011-01-15T16:04:00.000-08:00

we found these images on agathe halais's blog to be so beautiful that we had to repost them. we love her play with light and process.

in other news.
happy weekend! the sun is out - the air feels fresh! any fun plans?
next weekend we shop for new treasures for the shop - we are so excited! and monday the 24th we begin our BIG STORE SALE! we have to make room for all the new treats we are buying.

hope your weekends are lovely!

xo

pergolina

quote of the day

2011-01-14T17:48:00.000-08:00

via here.

letter from a friend

2011-01-13T11:53:00.000-08:00

I received this email the other day from my pergolina friend elise
I hadn’t seen or heard from her in a long time
I am beginning the gathering for this year
and I thought I might see her …
and then I opened this beautiful letter of love and devotion
I am sharing this with you

life is so fragile sometimes I forget this

- paulanna

Happy New Year to my wonderful clients:

I am sorry to write this to you in an email, but I wanted to let you know that my husband Ken passed away in his sleep on December 31st at approx. 4:00am after a 4-year battle with Squamous Cell Skin Cancer. He was 58 1/2. He was hospitalized with Meningitis in November, and the last 2
months of the past year have been blur.

Obviously, I didn't deal with the holidays at all...so I am thanking you now for all the creativity you bestowed upon me last year....
it helped me cope immensely. In lieu of Holiday Gifts, I will be making a donation to the Jules Stein Eye Institute for Orbital Disease Research.

On the eve of a New Year, our friend George Maguire says:

"Ken's journey these last years has been one of great courage and patience - and yours has been what you always are - unconditional love. The class act of Ken to leave us on the last day of the year, and giving you full permission to begin a new venture is truly stunning love from him. A gift!
May all of us learn from this glory and generosity of heart."

Although I'm sure you understand, I've not be able to talk to all of you personally - but will be able to do that as the immediate chaos settles.

I hope to see some of you next week -- Last July I had signed up to Exhibit at Beckman's West in Los Angeles next week Jan. 21st-24th -- So I will be there in my same Booth Space #317 --2nd Floor at the LA Mart
Please come by to say hello if you are coming to the show. If not, please feel free to call...and I'd be happy to come by in person to show you some new designs.

I have been coping fairly well considering...as Ken's was a lengthy illness, I had time to prepare for his eventual passing. We were together for 25 years....so it is still a huge loss. I'm being saved by Iyengar Yoga, lots of projects (including a kitchen remodel) and I look forward to traveling more to out of town Art Shows and possible out of State Trade Shows.

I feel compelled to apologize if I wasn't as attentive, delayed processing any orders, didn't email images promised or following up in a timely manner with materials requested. My attention was completely fragmented with 70 Daily Hyperbaric Treatments at the beginning of last year and (2) intensive hospital stays in Aug/November for Ken. Sometimes I never knew what I could plan from one hour to the next.

You have all been so supportive over the years asking about Ken. His story and his bravery have affected many of my private and corporate customers and I feel you have all been part of this crazy experience.

What I can share from the Tibetan Book of the Living and Dying is that: "If we remember that every minute we are living that we are dying, we may make better choices in the moment and consciously decide how we want to act, be, respond and create. Some people have timely deaths, some untimely, so if we are conscious that either one could be in our life plan, we will not have regrets when that time comes."

Try to eat at a new restaurant, try new things, get out of your "rut", hang upside down**!
Wishing you a wonderful, happy, peaceful New Year ahead...
as well as Abundant Health!

Looking forward to sharing expanded creativity in the months ahead as I look forward to expressing my Artistic Gifts! Thank you for offering them to your customers! It means more than you know.

In gratitude,
Elisa Goodman

beautiful things on sale

2011-01-12T12:11:00.000-08:00

our sale includes some really gems. such as the following hand stitched blouses, made in guatemala. these blouses host such a gorgeous range of color and detail. each one is one of a kind.
to shop go here.

JUMP IN

2011-01-11T14:57:00.000-08:00

i am so cold today all i can think of is a hot bubbly tub
don't you want to do the same?

via

inspiration - artist lee bul

2011-01-11T11:52:00.000-08:00

we are in love with these magical sculptures by korean born artist lee bul. She is "considered the leading korean artist of her generation, she has achieved over the past two decades international renown for her formally inventive, intellectually provocative oeuvre. demonstrating virtuosity across diverse media – from drawing and performance to sculpture, painting, installation, and video – her multifaceted production is representative of the most innovative aesthetic currents shaping contemporary art in the global sphere." to read more about lee bul go here.

online sale!

2011-01-06T11:52:00.000-08:00

pergolina is having an online sale! check out the online shop for sweet discounts on almost everything.
go HERE to shop!

get your match NOW!

2011-01-06T11:50:00.000-08:00

as of january 11th match handmade italian pewter is going up in price. they have not increased the prices in two years! so now is the time to pick up those pieces you have been desiring!

artful booklet workshop with artist anna corba

2011-01-06T11:33:00.000-08:00

friday, january 28th 2011

anna corba trunk show 5:30 pm
workshop 6:30 – 9:30 pm

join collage artist anna corba for an evening of creativity with prosecco and tasty tid-bits on the side….
In this workshop we will create a 6” x 6” journal, learning collage techniques and a simple sewn binding style using gorgeous ribbons. our covers will be finished with a beeswax glaze and inside pages can be embellished to your hearts content. this book makes a perfect little keepsake for yourself or a yummy gift for valentines day.” (and can be easily duplicated in various sizes for future projects…)
the workshop will take place from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm with an anna corba trunk show beginning at 5:30 pm.
the class fee is $65. this includes all materials including a kit with everything you will need to make one book.
students are asked to please bring scissors and any personal imagery or embellishment they may like to work with.
to view anna corba’s work visit www.annacorbastudio.com
to sign up or for more information email paulanna@pergolina.com or call pergolina directly at 818.508.7708

SPACE IS LIMITED!

inspiration - doily artwork

2011-01-05T11:41:00.000-08:00

we found these beautiful doily art creations on casa nova wong. they were done by polish artist NeSpoon. below read the artist's statement..

"oak beach is my favorite place at the baltic sea, i come here every summer holiday. this year I tried to introduce street art to the beach. traditionally, i use my laces as a stencils, but for the first time i used them to created installations.

the effects of my work aroused great interest. many people made pictures of the installations, they moved them around from place to place, they were even used for the construction of beach camps. small children with great joy played around them.

these objects made of lace, though very delicate, survived on the beach over a week."

to learn more about this installation visit here and here.

happy new year

2011-01-04T12:35:00.000-08:00

happy new year! we are back in action! pergolina is open again and ready for the new year! lots of fun things to expect at pergolina in 2011... more workshops, a big sale, and of course more gorgeous treasures. stay tuned for updates on whats what!

image via here. did you eat your lentils this holiday?

boun natale!

2010-12-22T15:33:00.000-08:00

the pergolina family sends you hugs and kisses.

friendship and laughter and a few tears.

these 20 years have flown by with wide eyes and determination...

... they do and continue to come true.

- paulanna

our last full day open is tomorrow from 10:00am - 7pm. we will be open christmas eve 10am - 2pm sharp! we will be closed till monday january 3rd 2011. if we don't see you tomorrow or friday - we shall meet again in the new year!

the pergolina library

2010-12-22T14:49:00.000-08:00

we have a terrific collection of childrens and adult books at pergolina. yesterday these two lovely ladies stopped in with their ma, and while their mother shopped the two girls quickly entertained themselves with one of our many beautifully illustrated story books. we just loved how sweet they looked, sitting patiently and enjoying the literature.

a punch of color...

2010-12-16T17:42:00.000-08:00

we thought we'd take a visual break from all the holiday specific items and stare at some gorgeous spaces filled with lush colors we love. all via desire to inspire.

holiday open house...

2010-12-14T15:46:00.000-08:00

below are some photos of our open house event a couple weeks ago. we have been so busy in the shop that we hadn't posted in awhile - and that is a great thing! the party was a blast! lots of friends and family came out to celebrate the holiday, some even dressed up in holiday gear! songs were song, delicious food was enjoyed and smiles were abundant!

we look forward to the rest of the holiday being filled with joy and laughter!