On Oct. 23, a group of local wedding vendors will host Get Hitched, Give Hope, a wedding show that marries the promotion of small business owners to Seattle-area brides and grooms with the idea of giving back to the community. The show takes place at 6 p.m., at the Dome Room of Downtown's new Arctic Club Hotel.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 22, 2008
Magnolia Moms started 15 years ago as a way for the women of Our Lady of Fatima Parish to support homeless mothers and children through a variety of outreach programs. Their efforts range from pancake breakfast fundraisers to Crib Corner, a program that delivers critical basics like diapers and formula to local shelters that serve mothers with infants. on Oct. 28 they launch Shop 'Til You Drop,
a pre-holiday night of shopping at which the price of admission is a
new or gently used child's winter coat, or a $15 donation.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 24, 2008
A year and a half ago, enterprising Seattle mom Susan Bell launched Satch & Sol,
a collection that includes felted slippers, purses, hats, mittens, tiny
animal ornaments, ponytail holders, and traditional suede and leather
boots called Buriats. Her online boutique launched this past August to
warm the toes of kiddos everywhere.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 28, 2008
If you've ever felt alone in the quest to find just the right article of clothing, I'd like to introduce you to StyleScout.com,
an online community of local boutiques and fellow shoppers who are
there to fulfill your fashion needs and support your shopping decisions.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 29, 2008
Who doesn't like a long soak in a hot tub? Especially on a cold, rainy night, there's nothing better than lingering in sweetly scented water, with candles lit and the door closed to the rest of the world. It's important to take a few moments away from a hectic life to recharge.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 31, 2008
Flourishing fashion destination Portland may be home to Leanne Marshall, the newly crowned fifth-season winner of "Project Runway," but Seattle continues to be a thriving city for independent design. On Nov. 6, some of the brightest stars in Seattle's constellation of young designers will show their work at "Get YR Fash On," a runway event at Mission in West Seattle.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 5, 2008
Ballard's newest boutique, Asher Anson, has many things going for it -- not the least of which is its location. It's situated in the old Ben and Jerry's space, smack dab in the middle of Market Street, the perfect spot from which to lure style-conscious Ballardites on their way to a cupcake, coffee or a movie.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 7, 2008
I first encountered Kristen Loffer Theiss' work a few years ago at Lucca on Ballard Avenue. Her thread drawings of an owl, a crow and a nest full of eggs stopped me cold. They were little works of art for the sofa, perched on plump throw pillows. After learning that Theiss "drew" those evocative images freehand in one continuous motion using a sewing machine, I was even more impressed.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 11, 2008
Capitol Hill shop Retail Therapy knows just the right cards to play to entice shoppers. On Nov. 13 at 7 p.m., owner Wazhma Samizay will host a girl's night out extravaganza, with yummy treats, sparkling beverages, a new shipment of clothes, shoes and jewelry, and to top it all off, an acoustic performance by Rob Marcus, a local musician who is, shall we say, easy on the eyes.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 12, 2008
When Danielle Luartes, owner of Greenwood boutique Tweed, and local eco-friendly designer Lizzie Parker met a year ago, each recognized a kindred spirit in the other. They share the same ideas about who their customers are, how clothes should fit and how much they should cost. After three months of collaborating, Luartes and Parker have opened the
Lizzie Parker Eco-Atelier store within Tweed. The shop features a mini
collection called Pieces of Eight, which was born of the idea that
despite tough economic times, women want to look their best and shop
their conscience (organic fabrics, local manufacturing), but are
looking for more bang for their buck.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 17, 2008
