Seattle Style File
There's something about shopping for a man that can send even an expert shopper into a tizzy. If you're thinking a) tie, b) aftershave or c) holiday sweater (aka snowflakes and reindeer), cross them off your list. He'll thank you for coming up with something just a smidge more unique.
By Sarah Jio | December 9, 2005
Seattle Style File
Old favorites are expanding, and new boutiques are adding hip designer jeans, unique handbags, recycled clothing, handmade cards and more to the shopping scene.
By Kathy Schultz | December 7, 2005
Visit local tree farms to cut your own Christmas tree; assistance and pre-cut trees available at many sites.
December 6, 2005
Seattle Style File
If you have a minute and you want to find something really lovely and one of a kind for the lady on your list, here are some top picks that won't break the bank.
By Sarah Jio | November 30, 2005
Convergence Zone
Look, I don't know how to say this without sounding like a 12-year-old, so I'm just going to blurt it out: Woodland Park Zoo is once again selling poop by the gallon.
By Geoff Carter | November 30, 2005
Convergence Zone
The Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co. is the kind of novelty shop that sells imagination. As far as I'm concerned, this truly is a space-travel supply store, my first stop for rocket fuel, stun guns and do-it-yourself intergalactic treaties.
By Geoff Carter | November 29, 2005
Convergence Zone
For a while I burned wood, because while it was tough to light and produced voluminous amounts of smoke, I felt better about wood than I felt about using processed fireplace logs, which smelled like a pharmaceutical plant set aflame, and disgorged God-knows-what into my lungs. Then, late last winter, I discovered Java-Logs, and I've been using them ever since.
November 29, 2005
Seattle Style File
By Diane Mapes Special to NWsource Enlarge JOHN BARKHURST Antique shelf and mantle clocks ($100 to $400). More info...
By Diane Mapes | November 29, 2005
Convergence Zone
Two favorite Seattle retailers are closing their doors and are offering their merchandise at substantial discounts.
By Geoff Carter | November 22, 2005
Seattle Style File
Gone are the days when the Wellington boots — also known as "Wellies" or rain boots — were solely used for gardening, farming or for children to stomp around in the rain. Now, these stylish boots are reinvented for the trendsetters and fashion trendies alike, to wear all-season round and any place they wish.
By Joann Natalia Aquino | November 21, 2005
