Even if your January 1-to-December 30 wardrobe is decidedly conservative (is your black cocktail dress as festive as it gets?), style mavens will likely beg you to try something a little more daring, even if only for an evening.
By Sarah Jio | December 26, 2006
The shop is the brainchild of a Ballard resident and mommy of two, Sarah Furstenberg. She is a textile designer and illustrator who managed a toy store in Berkeley, Calif., before moving to Seattle to open Clover. "The concept is to engage and amuse children, to wean them away from television with dress up, musical instruments, science projects, games, and many other activities," explains Furstenberg, who has packed her whimsical store with play kitchens, little wooden animals, classic toys such as jacks and rubber balls, and futuristic remote-controlled robots.
By Sarah Jio | November 22, 2006
If you have a special canine on your Christmas list, you’ll want to know about a new line of gourmet dog treats from local caterer extraordinaire Lisa Dupar.
By Sarah Jio | November 17, 2006
Calling all foodies: Join the area's hottest chefs and cookbook authors at the Palace Ballroom on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 4 to 7 p.m. for the "Ultimate Holiday Cookbook Social."
By Sarah Jio | December 1, 2006
Blustery rain, crowds, lines, parking headaches -- sure, there are plenty of things that make holiday shopping a real drag. But who says it can't be fun? Grab your girlfriends and head to University Village Dec. 5-7, from 5 to 7 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., for a "Holidate with the Girls," a unique event designed especially for gift givers (the female ones!).
By Sarah Jio | December 4, 2006
Knitting is a trendy hobby that's on the rise, especially among 25- to 34-year-old women, according to the Craft Yarn Council of America. If you're already a fan, or just thinking about picking up your first set of needles, you'll want to check out a new book by two Seattle-based knitting gurus.
By Sarah Jio | December 8, 2006
Remember when olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette gift sets were all the rage? Fast forward to Christmas 2006, and you'll want to know about artisan salt -- especially if you have a foodie on your gift list.
By Sarah Jio | December 15, 2006
Sure, the paint you find at The Home Depot will do the job. However, if you’re at all concerned about the toxins that may be lurking in the bucket you’ve chosen for your bedroom -- or your baby’s nursery -- check out our favorite new discovery: Anna Sova paint.
By Sarah Jio | January 2, 2007
I recently discovered Snookus -- a local paper-product company that produces one-of-a-kind notepads, cards and organizational products. But if you’re thinking “not another cutesy box of note cards,” think again. Snookus’ founder Paulette Denman describes her company’s products as “high on wit,” -- they’re sort of like a high-style, irreverent Hallmark -- with perfect comic timing.
By Sarah Jio | January 12, 2007
Operated by two sisters, Andrea and Erika Peterman (Andrea is a stay-at-home mom who heads up the sewing and production end of the business in Seattle. Erika, a mother and attorney in Montana, manages sales), KatyBaby products feature a range of fun and funky fabrics that include rock-star flames, hip polka dots and edgy camouflage.
By Sarah Jio | January 12, 2007
