Ballard kids' shop Mon Petit Shoe draws its name from the French term of endearment "mon petit chou," which means "my little cabbage." Bring your little cabbage to the new Market Street store and she'll leave not only well shod but also outfitted in cute, comfy clothing from local and national brands.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 1, 2007
Ballard's newest spa keeps it simple: If you have it, they'll wax it.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 5, 2007
Parents of drool machines and spit-up queens, take note: Bellevue-based Baby Chaleco's solution to Chronically Soaked Child Syndrome is a collection of supersoft bibs that look like cute smocks.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 9, 2007
The latest addition to Fremont's collection of pet stores is geared toward the practical needs of active companions. Petapoluza leaves the leopard-print carriers and rhinestone collars to boutique neighbors such as Railey's Leash & Treat and focuses on a broad selection of healthy food and treats, as well as accessories for dogs on the go and a holistic vet who's in-house on Fridays.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 11, 2007
French tea salon The O Dor offers a heady take on a humble brew. The Paris-based company, which has been providing tea drinkers with loose-leaf elixirs since 1842, makes teas as beautifully packaged as they are flavorful. Locally, the teas are available at Belltown boutique Polite Society, whose staff members are happy to brew a press pot of the pricey tea and offer a complimentary cup to customers.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 16, 2007
The previously online-only toy retailer Nico & Zoe has opened a showroom in West Seattle, allowing shoppers hands-on access to their collection of Barbie-free fun. The store specializes in artisan-made toys for children up to 6 years old, from wooden pull-toys to locally made sock monkeys.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 18, 2007
Ladies in search of a bargain, a little pampering and a way to contribute to the community need look no further than the fifth annual Closet Treasures Sale, Oct. 27, and the sale preview (Oct. 26).
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 25, 2007
Rainy season is once again upon us, and so, thankfully, is boot season. This year, cute rain boots have returned to Seattle stores and boutiques, in both traditional puddle-stomper styles and more contemporary looks. Read on for a few of our favorites.
By Marika McElroy Cain | October 30, 2007
Madrona's favorite purveyor of one-of-a-kind jewelry is bidding adieu to its original storefront and taking up residence in larger digs just down the block. Hitchcock, which has made a name for itself by stocking hard-to-find handmade jewelry from local and national designers, will kick off the opening of its new space with a party Nov. 3.
By Marika McElroy Cain | November 1, 2007
Tom Bihn, local maker of laptop and messenger bags, called on the readers and editors of Knitty magazine to help design the ultimate functional knitting bag. The result is the $70 "Swift," a sturdy, feature-filled ballistic nylon tote, a bag so popular that five of the seven available colors sold out within days of the bag's Oct. 12 debut.
By Marika McElroy Cain | November 6, 2007
