Holiday 2007
Generosity shouldn't mean giving amply, but giving aptly. Show how thoughtful (not how thrifty) you are by giving a truly distinctive gift, while still staying within your means. These fun goodies were all found in stores around town, and all cost less than $25.
By Britt Olson | November 21, 2007
Daily Find
There are so many ways these days to show off your love for friends and family members: photo coffee mugs, engraved jewelry, license plate frames, MySpace comments. But Vancouver, Wash., company Simply Silhouettes offers a more classic approach.
By Marika McElroy Cain | November 13, 2007
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South Lake Union's new urban dwellings pack a lot of style into very little square footage. The same can be said of Clover House, a home furnishings, plant and gift shop that opened last month to serve the neighborhood's urbane inhabitants.
By Monica Fischer | August 31, 2007
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Seattle Art Museum's expanded gift shop stocks a well-curated selection from near and far By Marika McElroy --> Special...
By Marika McElroy | August 28, 2007
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Local boutiques slash prices for spring “Upside-Down” sale By Kathy Schultz NWsource shopping columnist KATHY SCHULTZ Delicious Planet's Roasted...
By Kathy Schultz | March 27, 2007
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What you'll find: Everything from hair rollers to handbags. Tons of tiny ceramics. For the table there are dozens of styles of sushi dishes, rice bowls, soup and noodle bowls, and sake sets. Kitchen gadgets galore. Japanese snack crackers. Cleaning gear. Plastic containers and strainers. Pet and children's toys. Lots of knick knacks and figurines from soldiers to Southern belles. A whole wall of plastic bags to cover everything from video tapes to clothing.
By Kathy Schultz | January 16, 2007
Daily Find
This Ballard store, which carries an eclectic mix of home, gift and novelty items, has stocked its shelves with festive hats ($25 each) by Glitterville. Choose from several holiday-themed varieties, which sport glittery stripes and white fringe, or opt for one that features the New York City skyline -- the Empire State Building and all.
By Sarah Jio | December 22, 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.
By Kathy Schultz | December 20, 2006
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The gift haven has everything from edible lavender goodies to sleep aids, bath and body products and candles. One of her top sellers is the squishable lavender stress ball ($6). "Everyone from nurses to teachers to executives loves these," says Jordan. Smush these fragrant fabric-covered balls filled with lavender to relieve tension. Also popular are eye pillows filled with lavender ($20), lavender-filled neck and shoulder bags that can be heated up in the microwave ($30), and pretty organza scarves with beaded fringe filled with just a bit of lavender hiding in the folds of the fabric ($33.95).
By Kathy Schultz | December 6, 2006
Holiday 2006
Say, here's an idea: Why not give a present that has to be experienced? Seattle is nothing if not an active town, and its residents love to go out and enjoy its natural and man-made attractions. They love spa days, live theater and interacting with nature. Why not give holiday gifts that enable your fellow Seattleites to do what they do best?
By Geoff Carter | November 9, 2006
