Hey Everyone,

Come see what’s new Downtown Hermosa!
Here at Gum Tree…New Dana Kellin! Caskata tableware hand painted in platinum and gold, and sterling and 14k lockets from Zoe Chicco.

Tons of ideas for your Easter baskets, and cute little Zutano baby sunhats and blankets.

And speaking of NEW…there are so many wonderful new businesses popping up downtown Hermosa…Here’s a sampling to get you excited about coming down…

Maison Luxe…

Need I say more? The Manhattan Beach institution has reopened on Pier Ave! We are so happy to have them here.

Details…

This adorable new shoe and accessory store just opened in the 200 Pier Avenue complex.
Finally a cute little independent shoe store in the South Bay!

Hot’s Kitchen…

Down on Hermosa Ave this new eatery does not disappoint! I had the burger and it was fantastic, so were the matchstick fries.

My friends tried a bunch of different tacos and everyone was raving. Super kid friendly!

Oliovera…

An incredible selection of olive oils and vinegars. It’s a pristine little space with super friendly, knowledgeable staff.
They even have a line of body products made with olive oil. Adorable, it’s in the 200 Pier complex too.

Luna G…

Greyci is back in town with her great selection of party dresses for the girls, and hip shirts and hats for men.
200 Pier Ave complex.

Anthology…

Cute funky clothing and accessories imported mostly from Veracruz, Mexico. The owner comes from there too! You’re sure to meet her if you pop in.

Hope to see you all soon.

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Happy Friday Everyone!

Despite our recent clouds and rain, it’s official, the first day of Spring was this week!

It sure looks Springy here at Gum Tree…

Adorable cover-ups and the best straw bag for your upcoming Spring Break trip.

Cute wrap bracelets from local designer Heather Swerdlow of Morea Rose Designs.

I love this perfect leather clutch. Comes with a braided wrist strap, and a long strap for wearing across the body. So cute!

Govino, makers of the brilliant plastic stemless wine glass, have come out with the Champagne version! And who doesn’t crave a lobster roll when the weather gets warmer by the sea?

Colorful cotton napkins to set a cute table for that lobster roll and champagne.

And a table for the kids at your party! I love this furniture, it just makes me happy.

If you don’t feel like cooking, you can always join us at Gum Tree for some organic steel cut oatmeal with fresh fruit and a cappuccinoJ

The café opens bright and early (8am) Tuesday through Sunday.

Hope to see you all soon.

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Lori Ford

Hey Everyone,
Hope you all had a wonderful February, we sure did. And now, in honor of the upcoming Spring season…
We’ve got some fantastic new stuff here at Gum Tree!

All new bracelets from Tai…

Adorable Hat Attack hats…

Great new cookbooks…

This awesome Jonathan Adler whale pitcher!

And much much more…

There are also some fantastic local events coming up…

First Thursdays!
Thursday, March 3rd from 5-9pm…Downtown Hermosa is going Green for this First Thursday.
At Gum Tree we’ll be serving complimentary green lemonade, green treats, and in the shop get 20% off anything green!
For more info, and to see all businesses and their specials go to www.facebook.com/firstthursdays

Saturday, March 12th—Hermosa Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade
11:00 start time. If you haven’t been to this parade you are seriously missing out! It’s the greatest community event that Hermosa has, where else could you see a group of 100 seniors jazzercising down pier ave, followed by local kids sports teams and dancers, and rounded out with Star Wars characters in their home made spaceships?

4th Annual Walk with Sally’s Bowl a Prom!
Saturday, March 12th from 10:30-4pm
What a fun way to raise money for an incredible local organization that helps children whose lives have been affected by Cancer. Bowling, costume contest, food, drinks and a couples photo booth, what more could you ask for in an afternoon? For more info go to www.firstgiving.com/walkwithsally

Hearts of Hermosa
Saturday, March 19th at 6pm…St Rocke
Don’t miss this excellent event that raises funds for the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation. Auction, Dinner, Live Music and Dancing! For tickets and more info go to www.hbef.org

19th Annual Sandpipers Fashion Show and Luncheon
Sunday, March 20th at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel
This is always a fun event and for a great cause! Get some girlfriends together and have a great afternoon out while supporting one of the oldest women’s service organizations in the South Bay. They do amazing work!
For tickets and more info go to www.sandpipers.org.

Hope to see you all soon,

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

It’s that time of year…We hope you’ll pop in to get your Christmas shopping done, or started as the case may be…

And while you’re here, don’t forget to make your Wish List.

Lots of incredible new jewelry arrived this week.

Here’s what’s on my list…

Gorgeous pendant necklaces from Misha NY.

Brass beads and semi precious stones hand knotted by Carolina.

Bracelets of 14k gold fill with leather and semi precious stones by Danielle Welmond.

Hand forged pink gold circle studs from Melissa Joy Manning.

And lots of new Chan Luu wraps! I’m loving the olive and grey…

Hope to see you all soon.

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Hey Everyone,
Here’s my first ever Gum Tree Holiday Gift Guide to give you some ideas for all those loved ones on your list…

Under $10

Clockwise from Top Left…Seashell box $9, Matches $5, Keep Calm $8.99, Gold Candlesticks $3.95 each,
Flower Mini Address Book $6.95, Lobster Cracker $8, Matroyshka Measuring Spoons $8.25, Bird Notebook $6, Mother of Pearl Cocktail Fork and Spoon $6.50 each.

Under $25

Jane Eyre $20, Govino plastic wine glasses $16 for 4, Canvas Luggage Tag $19, Classico Soaps $12.50 each, Grilling Cookbook $19.95, Jane Tran Hair Clips $11 each, Murano Glass Bottle Openers $16 each.

Under $50

Votivo Red Currant diffuser $46, I Know How To Cook $45 , Faux fur lined mittens $44 , Canvas and Leather Travel Wallet $49, Jonathan Adler Peace and Love ornament set $50, Desktop Foosball game $32.

For the Table

Bone Bamboo Servers $38, Brown Steel Servers $34, Laguiole Carving Set $50,
Laguiole Servers $44, Black and White Bone Servers $38, Aluminum Dotted Servers $28.

And just because they came in yesterday and I couldn’t resist…my new favorite thing in the shop…

Handmade Stick Ponies from Turtle Monkey Bug (a husband and wife artist team in Portland, Oregon)

Quoting them…”We Strive to make beautiful, well made, one of a kind art/toys that are long lasting and meant to be passed on and on”.
Yes please! I have 8 colorways, each more incredible than the last. $112 each.

Coming Soon—

Snow Fest sponsored by Spyder Surf!

NEW DATE…Saturday, December 11th from 3-8pm.

30 tons of snow will be blown onto Pier Ave. from Hermosa to Manhattan Avenues. Come enjoy Mt. Hermosa for a day!

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Lori Ford

Hey everyone,
We hope you can join us for our favorite event of the year…Santa Photos at Gum Tree!

see you there!

Hey Everyone,

Reminder— First Thursdays is tonight! Will has been squeezing lemons for Elderflower Martinis since 6:30 this morning, hope you can make it down to try oneJ

We’ve got so much new in here! A preview…

Prettiest candles ever! Set of 2 drip-free, 14 hour burn time, $24. What a beautiful hostess gift.

Love this Wendy Mink seahorse necklace, also have elephant, horse, kangaroo and more!

New colors of Chan Luu cashmere silk scarves. Love.

Some great bits for the boys…

And, Holiday is here! I love this crocheted octopus, there’s a jellyfish tooJ

A wall full of stocking stuffers! Thumb wrestling masks are my fave.

Pretty little coasters too.

Hope to see you all soon.

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to write this morning to thank you all so much for shopping and eating at Gum Tree.

Yesterday the streets were paved here on our side of Pier Ave, Woooo Hoooo!

It’s looking good!

And it hit me last night that everyone who made it in yesterday literally walked over hot tar to get in here.

Over the past 9 months you’ve seen dirt piles, traffic jams, nonexistent parking, construction vehicles, wet cement, you name it, and you still managed to get in here to pick up a gift or a snack and have a chat.

I feel so lucky to have met all of you amazing ladies and gents. I feel lucky to be living my dream in here everyday, and to have such a fantastic place to spend my time. You have kept us going through quite a trying time and we just cannot thank you enough!

OK, that’s enough of the sappy talk—here’s some of the cool stuff that came in this weekJ

Bla Bla, makers of my favorite dollies, also makes adorable baby hats and booties!

Organic cotton storage bins from Canadian company 3 Sprouts. I love this zebra, they also come in blue elephant, pink elephant and orange fox…

And they do organic cotton hooded towels! How cute is that chicken?

I love this collection of kids music. Lily’s favorite is the reggae playground.

Lots and lots of new Chan Luu!

And the fall collection of Robindira Unsworth…this moonstone pendant is my fave.

See you soon,

Think Globally, Shop and Eat Locally!

Lori Ford