Whether you dote on your own baby or your favorite niece, who isn’t a sucker for adorable kids’ clothing? Get in touch with your inner ga-ga at a special open house event on Friday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the new BabyLegs warehouse.
By Sarah Jio | November 15, 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
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
With your shopping list in mind, we spotted several terrific stocking stuffers from The Container Store.
By Sarah Jio | November 27, 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
Available in 11 vibrant shapes and sizes – hearts, flowers, birds and circles, to name a few – these innovative magnetic-receptive metal pieces attach to almost any surface with their powerful adhesive-strip backing. Then, just pop on a magnet to display artwork, photos, grocery lists, etc. Our favorite placements? On bathroom walls, kitchen walls and car dashboards.
By Sarah Jio | December 11, 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
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
