I've been to the shop twice and have not been satisfied with the service I have received. The…read morefirst time I felt like the employees thought they were doing me a favor. They certainly charged me what they wanted since they are the only framing shop on the island. I thought maybe it was just a bad day but found the same poor attitude and service the second time I went into the store so I complained. I ended up taking my project to Anacortes instead. The store there was delightful, friendly and the energy was welcoming. Basic good business. Reflecting back, the work quality at Gene's Art & Frame was average at best and not worth the close to month long wait. They obviously get away with the bad behavior and act with impunity. Gene's make you sign a legal document saying they charge a 50% nonrefundable deposit. You must pick your project up in 30 days and at 60 they aren't responsible for it. If they damage your art they aren't responsible for more than $500 in damages. If a framer does good work the customers want to pick their art up and you don't need to force them to sign a shady legal document. Law 101 you can't disclaim liability Gene's. I hope you can avoid the frustration and disrespect I felt at Gene's. It's simply not worth it.

This has got to be one of the most unfriendly frame shops I have ever been to. I asked for 8 little…read morev nails but was told they are being discontinued and so no, they wouldn't give me any. i would have happily bought them and I also happen to have six projects needing glazing, fitting, matting. The framer associate said she disn't want to set her business up for failure. By providing a customer with 8 little nails? And that was worth losing what could have led to hundreds of dollars in sales of framing? I didn't even let it get that far so they don't realize the loss in sales. If thre is a manager reading this you might be more concerned because this is no way to operate a business. This is not the first time I have been treated so poorly at Gene's Art and Frame..

Stopped by to pick up a present for a niece we are visiting in a week. Wasn't sure what a 2 year…read moreold would like. Visit prior during a Mt Vernon sip and shop event some time ago. Really like their selection of interactive toys. Stuff I grew up playing with. Was greeted right away and was very helpful. Browsed for awhile with any questions we had answered. Ended up with some building blocks and a stuffed animal. Price was reasonable as well. Plenty of parking near the river walk. Friendly staff. Good selection. Definitely will return.

Love Love Love Kids Stuff! SO many cool toys, art supplies, games and books. The entire upstairs…read moreis dedicated to books and there are a lot of great toys to help your child's development. Every time a birthday, holiday or just plain fun rolls around I stop in there. Plus complimentary gift wrapping and you can feel great shopping locally!

This is an adorable art supply store but it also has an informal studio space and a nice little…read moregarden/koi pond in the back. It also has a couple of tables and a rack of art supplies that people can freely use. This is a lovely, inviting, and cozy spot!

I wasn't planning to visit an art store today or even Coupeville, but my friend offered to meet for…read morelunch and I ended up with the only parking spot left on Front street.. right in front of Meet Market. I was intrigued by the "hang out & make art" sign in the window and decided to stop by after lunch. As I walked in, I was immediately welcomed by The Decemberists' sweet musical embrace. One of my favorite bands playing? How did they know! And it just ended up being the sweetest little art shop. Queer-friendly (and queer-owned, I found after googling later on!) with local art for purchase and a wide variety of art supply mediums. I wish I'd had more time to check out the studio/"maker art" side of the shop, because it looked wonderful. I will absolutely make a special trip over the next time I'm passing through Whidbey.

Walking into Honey Bear on Front Street feels like stepping into a pocket of pure joy. This…read morecharming Coupeville staple has been delighting visitors for decades, and it's easy to see why. The moment you enter, you're greeted by an eclectic mix of toys, books, nostalgic candies, stuffed animals, games, and unique gifts -- the kind of selection that makes both kids and adults light up with the same sense of wonder. The staff is consistently warm, patient, and genuinely welcoming. Multiple visits have shown how gracious they are with families, children, and curious browsers. The store itself is surprisingly large, with something tucked into every corner: classic candies like lemon drops and sugar daddies, local history books, adorable plushies, clever games, and cards for every occasion. It's the kind of place where you come in "just to look" and leave with treasures you didn't even know you needed. Many visitors say it's a must‑stop every time they're in Coupeville, and I completely agree. Whether you're hunting for a thoughtful gift, indulging your inner child, or simply exploring Coupeville's waterfront shops, Honey Bear is an absolute delight. A true local gem -- warm, whimsical, and wonderfully nostalgic. Highly recommend!

Cute local candy and toy shop. Lots of fun postcards and cards. You can find a gift for everyone…read morethere. The candy selection was fun! Candy I found from my childhood, such as, cigarette candies and the waxed bottle candy. The owner was very friendly and funny. We came during off season, it was cool to chat up about the island versus Seattle.

I love The Stall! Great selection of clothing and accessories. Vibrant colors and high quality…read more brands. Especially like the selection of Habitat. Lovely owner and sales associates that are never pushy and always available to offer suggestions.

The Stall is my favorite annual girl's weekend shopping destination! I always find a huge…read moreselection of quality clothing from brands such as Tribal and Habitat. It's fun to try on unique pieces, jewelry and scarves that are fantastic in quality! The shop keepers are cheerful and fun and offer suggestions without pressure. So fun!

I was visiting from Billings MT. I thought this would be a cute place to visit. I am a crochet…read moreteacher with our local yarn store. I think they might have said something when we walked in...myself my daughter and grandkids....I don't know who was working because not once did they talk to us. I looked around the whole store. Made comments about the yarn. The yarn it self is good quality and I am very familiar with it...and the price. Today these ladies lost a good sale due to not engaging.

A beautiful yarn store with a great selection of product that is well merchandised. The staff is…read morefriendly and helpful. I wish I lived close.

We were there today for the Midsummer Antique Fare and decided to check out the nursery …read more I had a picture of a couple of flowers that were out by the restrooms . I asked lily if she knew what they were and she immediately took me over to what I was looking for . I appreciate the help that Lily ands Ava gave me.

If you're looking for an enchanting destination in the Skagit Valley, Christianson's Nursery is an…read moreabsolute must-visit. Wandering the beautiful, historic grounds feels like stepping into a peaceful country estate rather than a standard garden shop. They offer an incredible selection of exceptionally healthy indoor and outdoor plants, but the experience goes way beyond shopping. The property features stunning vintage greenhouses, an authentic 1888 schoolhouse chapel, a beautifully curated lifestyle gift shop.

A tiny little boutique style store selling little delicacies and a small selection of flowers…read more The store is quaint and is stocked with sweet and spicy treats. I even saw some doggy treats. The proprietors were kind and didn't hover. A nice hello and welcome and they left me free to wander their time my little business. They might be tiny but they have a surprisingly diverse offering of bites and they even have a small offering of tea leaves. The only blooms I saw was one small refrigerator cabinet with some live flowers. I was surprised by how much I enjoyed stopping in!

My daughter had a very specific need for a bridal bouquet (and supporting bridesmaid bouquets) and…read moreMel and Ali did a fantastic job of bringing her vision to life. She received so many compliments on her bouquet. Mel listened to what she wanted and created a gorgeous arrangement. It was also a great value for the personalization, ensuring they had enough food and were packaged to travel as the wedding was an elopement for the following evening in Eastern WA. The flowers not only survived but became even more gorgeous as they opened up- especially the peony!