Coffee Penguin Magnets
Description: After spending the last 25 years entombed beneath a dull drop ceiling and the beigest of beige drywall, Santa Monica’s vintage 1959 Penguin coffee shop is being restored to its Googie glory. The jaunty-roofed dining room was designed by architects Armet & Davis (you know their work from Norms, Pann’s, and Johnie’s on Wilshire) and served up burgers and malts for generations before the building became a dentist’s office in 1991.
Description: For anyone who physically cannot function before their first morning cup. I sketched out this heavily sleep-deprived little penguin buddy holding onto a warm brew using a textured, single-color block print style to capture that slow, early-morning energy. Whether you are a dedicated night owl, an early riser by necessity, or just someone who needs a moment to thaw out before facing the world, grab your favorite mug and welcome to the club.
Description: An incredibly cute chibi kawaii penguin wearing a cozy knitted pom-pom beanie and wrapped in a warm autumn blanket detailed with golden maple leaves and stitched hearts. Sweetly holding a warm, steaming cup of coffee with a red heart emblem, this charming little bird is ready to enjoy the fall season. A perfect design for penguin lovers, winter animal fans, coffee enthusiasts, and anyone who adores cozy sweater weather aesthetics, making it a great addition to t-shirts, mugs, and stickers.
Description: Dressed like it’s already wearing a tux and pulling espresso like a seasoned pro, the Penguin Barista is here to serve premium brews with icy composure and serious café style. Perfect for coffee lovers, penguin fans, and anyone who likes their mornings cute, caffeinated, and just a little bit fancy. Cool fact: Penguins have a special gland near their eyes that helps filter excess salt from seawater, which is why they can drink it and still keep going.
