Gale Parker poses in her boutique among rayon dresses she designed. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Homemade flowers with beaded details drape a statue. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
A vintage Tunisian bag. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Vintage pearl and gold Oaxacan earrings. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Vintage red coral and vermeil medallion necklace. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Beaded necklaces from Mexico and Murano. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Enameled St. Christopher charms from France. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)