Adobe Design

I love this store! The owner gathers soooo many beautiful things from all over. I love the French soaps and teas. I love the Mexican milagros and saints. I love all the gorgeous stones and jewelry. She carries La Vie Parisienne! I went in yesterday and bought a beautiful aquamarine heart for my daughter, it is her birthstone and almost her birthday! They wrapped it gorgeously for me! I also bought a cute Louis Sherry tin chocolate box with an Easter bunny on the lid. It is soooo cute. I love all the things I have bought here over the 4 years or so it's been on Mission. I always enjoy my conversations with the owner and the other kind ladies that work there! I highly recommend this shop!

Adobe is my "go to" shop for all kinds of gifts! No matter the occasion, birthday, house warming, holiday, baby and bridal shower, whatever, I can always find the perfect gift. I love Sue's beautiful handmade jewelry - her craftsmanship and artistic talent are outstanding. I always seem to come home with a little gift for myself whenever I stop in. Her jewelry is so very wearable - it can be worn for dressy or casual occasions. My family knows I love her merchandise so for a special occasion, Sue worked with my family and created a custom set of grey pearls - necklace bracelet and earrings. They are gorgeous! I am so pleased Adobe found a new home in South Pasadena. Dropping in to browse and chat with the ladies is still convenient!

Adobe Design is my favorite store! Sue, the owner, helped me find the absolute perfect gift for a wedding I was attending, as well as an adorable baby gift for my niece. Of course, I always find something I need for me as well! Such a classy, funky and fun store to wander through. I love having a local store in town now that I can stop in and always be sure to find something new in her unique collection that I can’t resist. Thank you Adobe Design for being my new go to happy shopping place:)

I wandered into this shop a couple days ago, looking for picture frames. Not only did I find several really cute frames, I discovered many other treasures as well! The shop is just loaded with gift items, home decor, women's accessories and jewelry, and much much more. In fact, I went back this morning and bought a cute handmade purse and a gorgeous cashmere poncho. I can tell, Adobe is going to be my new favorite shop in South Pasadena! Great selection, reasonable prices, and charming shop owner! Who could ask for more?

I have been shopping at Adobe Design for years and was thrilled that they decided to open a shop on Mission Street in South Pasadena. What a great location! I love this store. It has beautiful and unique items for the home, and it’s a great place to get birthday or hostess gifts. They have lovely service items, decor, jewelry and even children’s gifts. The prices are good and the service is fantastic. Over the years Sue the owner has graciously donated an item to an annual non profit event I help with. She seems always willing to help and appears to have a great sense for the importance of community. South Pasadena is a perfect fit.

Adobe Design is a wonderful store. Most of their things are one of a kind eclectic artifact. My husband, Morgan, and I love this store so much that we have to follow it from La Canada to South Pasadena. We are never disappointed every time we visit this store. We always find something new and exciting. Sue, the owner is very nice, knowledgeable and accommodating. Her staff, Patty and Nancy are very friendly and helpful.

Awesome find/ recommendation from a friend. This store has a ton of amazing home items and unique gifts. I bought my mom some nice candles and a piece of custom jewelry from Adobe Design for her bday - she LOVES them. I highly recommend checking the store out

While recently shopping for a original, creative gift, I, fortuitously, came across this small store that was the epitome of creativity and originality: everything I was looking for. My dilemma now was what to select from the tasteful diversity of options. The owner of the store took her time to understand what I was looking for and was a great help in selecting the perfect gift.

Wow, this is no ordinary gift store. There are quite a few shops selling home wares, cards, candles and other gift-y items on Mission Street in South Pasadena. This place, however immediately stands out. When I passed by the store the first time I was struck by a collection of headwear: a beaded cap from the Congo and a hat from the Miao people of China and Southeast Asia. I'm an anthropologist, so I was hooked. This store has an incredibly curated collection: folk altars and santos from Latin America, bronze Buddhist statues and jewelry from around the world. The owner is quite a world traveler and it shows in her collection. Definitely a place for the culturally curious. Along with the numerous artifacts are small gifts: some wonderfully fragrant soaps (my favorites were rose geranium and patchouli/sandalwood), beeswax candles and some interesting kitchenware. People might find some items pricy...however, having done some research, most things are very reasonably priced for the quality. Definitely recommend.

I noticed this store as I was driving by and knew I had to go in! It is a hidden treasure near the heart of South Pasadena. Great vibe with a unique collection of items. The store owner, Sue, was such a lovely woman to talk to. Will definitely be returning.

Kind staff and excellent atmosphere. Love all the cool finds that are on offer. Really like the hand made floor coverings.

Love this store! Staff is so nice and put gifts together so beautifully. Sue has such an artistic eye.

Came in to window shop & they have the cutest Knick knacks here! A small selection of crystals candles, antiques & lots other fun stuff! Patty is very nice! I got this cool looking antique muffler, and a beeswax candle. My favorite is this awesome bag Patty bagged my items in! Prices are what you expect for a small place in Pasadena; I Will definitely return when I have more money!

I stumbled upon this store and it's such a hidden gem/ great new addition to the neighborhood! Sue the owner is sweet and very helpful. She helped me find the perfect pieces for my new apartment and I couldn't be happier! Ton of unique finds :) Highly recommend!!!!

Sue has recreated her beautifully curated shop in South Pasadena. Adobe has beautiful gifts, jewelry made by artisans from all over the world. Unique items in a variety of price points. Something for everyone.

This store is filled with unique stuff! wonderful,beautiful, antiques,vintage, old ,new...certainly something for everyone..it prides itself in dealing with fair trade world artists and eco,sustainable products. Sue, the owner is an artist in here own right and makes fantastic jewels herself..beautiful pearls,gemstones of every color in the rainbow.. the store has a very cool vibes and it smells wonderful.... a must come in to see for yourself, bring a friend and have lunch afterward in lovely so. pasadena. you wont forget it...

The small store front is deceiving. Sue carries SO MUCH product in Adobe! It's a great place to come for items for the home, decorating and gifts. Seriously can spend hours in this store browsing and shopping for jewelry, candles, frames, bowls and plates, lotions, etc. etc. etc. They customer service is great, and they even offer gift wrapping!

This shop is one of my favorites!! I moved to LaCanada in 1994. Sue, the owner helped me, accessorize, place furniture, and make my home uniquely awesome! She helped me on many other occasions as our needs changed. She became my "go to" designer. I loved her and the shop so much that I even went to work for her. Adobe has relocated to South Pasadena on Mission Street. You can find unique, one of a kind items sourced worldwide and "fair trade." Your purchases can be gift wrapped with a personal touch. You can even phone-in a purchase to be wrapped and it will be ready when you pick it up. Sue and her helpers pride themselves on personal service! They will typically know your name and greet you, offer you coffee and treats. Adobe offers stunning jewelry, one of a kind pieces and a beautiful selection fitting your price and desires. And if you don't find what you are looking for, just ask Sue to help you find it. She has contacts all over and will find it or something comparable! Go to Adobe! Shop Small! Support local businesses!

Oh how I miss this store in my neighborhood. It recently moved to Mission St. and I will go out of my way to shop here. Unique, special, quality items. Whether it's a jewelry piece, something for the home, or a scarf, each piece is beautiful. Susan, the owner, and Patty take an interest in finding that perfect something. I am happy they didn't move too far!

I was so sad when this shop closed in La Canada and thrilled to learn that it had moved to South Pasadena. For many years this has been my favorite gift shop for unusual and special gifts for both work associates, family and friends. Sue V, the owner, has a great sense of design and is always helpful in choosing gifts for others. I have to confess that over the years, I have found many items for myself and my kids love that they can go to a local shop and pick out something that they know I will love. I highly recommend this shop and look forward to continuing to find special gifts at the new location in South Pasadena.

I wandered into this new South Pasadena shop yesterday looking for photo frames. I found them ... and more! A whole world of treasures in there! I'll definitely be going back ... soon and often!

This store is WONDERFUL! They have the best fresh water pearls around and some of the most eclectic home desgin merchandise. If you are in the La Canada / Pasadena area you must stop by.

This place is a class act. Not only is their inventory wonderful but the friendliness of the staff is warming. Sue(the owner) embodies the idea of small business and it really shows in the quality of Adobe.

My first experience there was a few days before Christmas. The place was pretty busy with people but I didn't mind the crowd. My reason for coming in was for my mom. she saw a purse this girl was carrying and absolutely fell in love with it. She asked the girl where she got it and she said Adobe in La Canada. So I thought that would be a perfect Christmas gift for my mom. I walked in browsing at the purses which I'm assuming were hand made. they were pretty but i couldn't find the purse my mom described so i asked one of the ladies there about it. She didn't seem to want to help me. She said "nope we don't have it anymore" without really looking to see if they had any left. She was sort of multi tasking so i assumed she was probably just really busy and stressed with all that was going on into the store. I worked in retail before and it is stressful, but you still help a customer even if you're out of the product, you try to find a potential replacement. The lady without saying much to me just walked away. I went back again a couple days ago to see if they got any new purses in. They didn't but I was helped by a different lady and she was great! very friendly and cheerful and seemed to know a lot about the different stuff i was looking at. I asked her about the purse and she told me that they're all handmade and it's possible that was the only one they'll ever get in. she showed me other purses they carried but none really looked like something my mom would like but see, that's what i'm talking about with customer service!!!! I ended up buying some beautiful earrings and a nice candle for my mom instead of the purse. I'm glad i went back :)

Great place for gifts and items for the home! Sue has wonderful taste and is very helpful. I've never gone in and come away without something wonderful. They have very personal service and great gift wrapping.