Daily Find
Dim the lights and set the mood for your New Year's Eve celebration with versatile candleholders made by local artists. These luminescent creations also make great hostess gifts.
December 28, 2006
Daily Find
Sparkly makeup for fancy parties and evenings out can make you feel so glamorous -- unless it doesn't adhere to your lips, lids or cheeks and you end up looking like a 7-year-old who went nuts with glitter and a glue gun. That's why I was excited to find out that Salon Dewi has the complete Girlactik Beauty line, which includes, among other things, a signature sparkle eyeliner/shadow set, shimmering highlighters, eye shadows, lip glosses and body powders.
December 27, 2006
Daily Find
Every once in a while you find something that meets the criteria of the perfect gift: It comes in different styles for everyone on your list, it's something that will make the recipient smile and think of you each time they use it, and it's amazingly affordable. The miracle gift? Pocket mirrors from My Favorite Mirror.
December 20, 2006
Daily Find
When it comes to giving men accessories for gifts, it can be so cliché. But not if you choose something with a little luxury and a dash of panache. I came across some cool cufflinks, ties and belts that I'd be proud to give my significant other.
December 19, 2006
Daily Find
Your tastes may range from simple to elegant to elaborate, but you're sure to find a menorah to illuminate your Hanukkah which starts at sundown Dec. 15. Two shops in Seattle (each with multiple locations) have a wide range to choose from.
December 14, 2006
Daily Find
Tired of winter's gloomy gray? Step into Capitol Hill's Galactic Boutique for a double-shot of color. The sandwich board sign in hot pink and purple is your first clue that you're in for some color therapy. Hues range from soft pastels and rainbow shades to neon pinks, purples, greens and oranges.
December 13, 2006
Daily Find
Owner Nina Ummel has created a well-balanced collection of aromatherapy products including all-natural aromatic mists, bath and body oils, bath salts, cleansing bars, salt glows and more. They come in carefully formulated essential oil combinations to stimulate, calm, enhance well-being and even increase your feelings of passion.
December 12, 2006
Daily Find
Holder's stockings feature colors such as olive green, raspberry, butter yellow, baby blue and chocolate brown, along with some contemporary takes on red and green. Her architectural background comes through in her use of multi-layered felt flowers and geometric design. Each one looks as if it was "built" to be three-dimensional. At 12-inches by 8-inches, there's plenty of room for stuffing them full of goodies. Buying matching stockings for the kids? Each one comes with a tiny picture frame attached to the top. Just slip a photo in to identify it -- and prevent Christmas morning squabbles.
December 12, 2006
Holiday 2006
Q: We are looking to buy a really nice 7-foot artificial tree this year. I have searched and searched but am not finding shops here in Seattle. We prefer to see it and thus do not want to order online unless we have to. Do you know of any great stores?
December 7, 2006
Daily Find
Dishware diva and designer Rosanna Bowles is having a warehouse sale on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the shop's warehouse location. You'll find Rosanna's creative designs on everything from plates and mugs to serving pieces and teapots. These twice-a-year sales are worth the wait. The prolific designer will have discontinued pieces and seconds for less than wholesale prices.
December 7, 2006
