While waiting for the ferry we were shopping the local stores. We walked into the Paisley Whale…read moreand were immediately told, " this is a fun place to look but we ask you to buy instead of just look as it how we keep our doors open". I was put off a bit by this because, although true, it was a very in your face thing to say to someone just entering the store. I was planning on looking for books to purchase but while walking back to that area I heard the employee/owner? Say the same thing two more times in a loud voice to everyone in the store. It was a total turn off. I don't like feeling pressure to buy something to appease a shop owner. If your prices are good and I see what I like I will almost always purchase something. I love supporting local stores but this behavior was over the top and we walked out and so did several other people. I'm sure there are some people who look around because they are bored while waiting for the ferry and while that may be irritating as a shop owner, it is part of business anywhere. If you stand by your product then let people come in and browse without giving a guilt trip to people. We left and went a few stores down and made a purchase at a cute boutique where the owner welcomed us and let us browse and make a purchase without saying anything other than pleasantries.

Cute shop! Full of a large mixture of locally made stuff. I had fun going through and trying to…read morefind elephants. The employee was very nice. Great location next to fun places to eat once you're done shopping in here.

This thrift store is a hidden gem in North Kitsap. Really reasonable prices! Bonus, it helps…read moresupport the ShareNet food bank. If you're headed out for a day of thrifting, definitely include this spot on your list.

From the owner: We provide the North Kitsap and greater Kingston, WA area with emergency food provision, screened…read moreemergency power and rental assistance for clients faced with shut off notices or eviction. We also offer weekend take home food program for school aged children. Winner of Food Lifelines "Excellence in Community Resource Development, ShareNet's mission is to fight hunger in North Kitsap County in a manner that respects the dignity of those we serve. Our service area includes Kingston, Hansville, Port Gamble, Indianola, Eglon, Little Boston and some border addresses in Suquamish and Poulsbo. ShareNet's Thrift Store carries quality, gently used goods at super-bargain prices. All proceeds go right back into our operation and helps fund our food bank. We are here to help. All you need to do is give us a call and we will do our best to provide assistance. In the meantime, feel free to take a look around our site to learn more about Sharenet Food Bank and Thrift Store.

This store is my go-to place for any small gifts. The owner does a great job curating their…read moreinventory to be interesting, quality, some locally made etc. I always leave with more than I meant to, somehow. And don't forget to pop in next door to the Lucky Star shop, owned by the same family, for some nice consignment items and more. Highly recommend the selection and cleanliness of all items. The staff are friendly and attentive, always.

I always find something uniquely perfect for someone when I go into this shop! One of my favorite…read moreplaces in Kingston!

This place was so fun to check out! They have such a broad set of products that I am not even sure…read morehow to summarize them. Basically a gift for anyone in your entire life can be found here. Easy to spend a long or short time here-it's laid out in a really clear way and they keep products in categories that make sense. There is a room with stuff that is more for kids, a room of games and puzzles, etc. The woman working was lovely and helpful and did a great balance of assisting us and letting us browse. I definitely would have liked to see more of a local touch- I thought many of the items were things that could be found anywhere and would have loved to see more local makers and goods. The local maps were really cool and special.

This is my favorite store, as well as Tango Zulu across the street. Recently saw a sign saying the…read morebusiness was for sale; please don't change! It's my go-to store for unique and thoughtful gifts.

We've made a number of custom purchases at Blue Heron over the years and have been extremely happy…read morewith their work. From wedding rings to other jewelry we cannot recommend this business more. They not only do custom work, but they have a nice array of ready-made jewelry from top notch companies

In a world where nobody seems to ever call me back. The owner was super helpful on the phone. She…read morespoke with me for a while about how to liquidate jewelry from an estate.

I originally took my Louis Vuitton Horizon watch to a local clock/watch shop to have the white…read morestrap replaced with a new black one, since the white had accumulated dirt over time. Unfortunately, they completely botched the job by cutting both the strap and the wire that connects it. I truly thought the watch was ruined and had pretty much given up hope. I could have taken it back to Louis Vuitton to have it repaired but I was sure it would have cost me hundreds of dollars to do so. Thankfully, I decided to bring it to Seattle Fine Jewelry for a second opinion. The owner, Ramir, his son Jordan, and their staff member Kaitlyn were absolutely wonderful. From the moment I walked in, they were warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and completely transparent about the repair process. Not only were they able to fix my watch, but the turnaround time was surprisingly quick. I also had my favorite diamond ring cleaned ("The Manicure" treatment) and wow, the results were remarkable. It came back incredibly sparkly and shiny, like it had been brought back to life. What really stood out to me was the atmosphere. Everyone was professional yet fun and welcoming, which made the entire experience enjoyable instead of stressful. Their prices are reasonable, parking is easy right up front, and the quality of service is top-notch. It's rare to find a business that combines skill, honesty, and genuine customer care like this. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Seattle Fine Jewelry and will definitely be returning for future repairs and cleanings.

Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful owners. They made some repairs on jewelry for me, did a…read morecouple appraisals, and helped my son design an engagement ring for his girlfriend - great experience all around !

Karma does exist in the world my fellow Yelpers. I'll share why in a moment so hang on cause my…read morepersonal experience is real and disturbing. FRANKS experience should give warning & share the ugliness to customers about to frequent this store. Maybe my story will serve as a reminder to reconsider purchasing here. At the time or beginning of my story Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler who was an Authorized Dealer for ROLEX in the Pacific Northwest. After doing some research I started frequenting the store looking for a few Rolex watches. Yes , I was very specific in my choices but always given the " NO " you can't have one for over 2 years. I came in every 4 to 6 weeks just to check and " NO" was the mantra of the sales staff. I was always told we have other watches for sale. Like who cares what ya have if ya can't provide what I desire. Now one amazing summer day I saw the $6400 41mm Celebration dial by Rolex in the case. My excitement level increased and I ask if it's for sale? The mantra is now uttered "NO NO NO" ! However something new that day happened and was shared by sales representative, I was actually told if you spend a $1,000,000 in jewelry it should be no issue to get that watch..... Now I was stunned by this statement so much I said are you serious and the person said YES! Well, that seems excessive and ridiculous and no I didn't drop a million to acquire the timepiece. I'll never forgot the arrogance of staff member of Alvin Goldfarb Jewelry and defiantly will not purchase anything from them. OK, now this is the happy ending of the story. I did manage to acquire The Celebration dial by Rolex elsewhere so I have that going for me. And on January 1st 2025 the BIG HAND OF THE CROWN aka ROLEX laid the smack down on ALVIN GOLDFARB & pulled authorized dealership away from store. No longer can they sell ROLEX.... KARMA saw the bad business practices by using Rolex watches to lure you into buying unwanted jewelry or non Rolex branded watches you don't want in order to maybe purchase a Rolex. Well, this is my story my truth & my journey, can you dig it!

Perfect customer service. Expert craftsmanship…read more Personalized. Private. Precisely what was needed.

The staff at Ofishel was amazing. They made the experience easy and friendly. I was able to sell…read moresome jewelry that had been put away years ago and got a good price. Definitely earned my future business.

Aaron was terrific. I had a family ring with a cracked gem. He helped me select a reasonable…read morereplacement (didn't try to upsell), had it set quickly and with a very high degree of quality. He was so easy to work with, gave me a number of alternatives, and let me make the best choice for me. I would definitely use Ofishel again if needed!