We met the owner/blacksmith, Danial Hamilton, at the Blaine Saturday Market. Really nice guy, and…read morehe has a good selection of hand forged art pieces, knives, and tools, all very interesting, and of course he makes everything himself at his forge. My wife purchased a hand trowel, which is very solidly made, well balanced, and sharp enough to do the job in the garden, and it has a small handle for her small hands. It's obvious that a lot of thought went into this tool, which tells me that he's a thoughtful craftsman who puts real consideration into his work. Also think his prices are more than reasonable. It's never too early to shop for holiday gifts, of course, and some of his art pieces are going to find a home in our garden. Really made it worth making the trek to the Blaine Saturday Market!

Prices are fairly steep at this Habitat for humanity. There are a few deals to be found but you…read moremust search for them, but hey isn't that part of the fun?

Newly organized, constant discounts, rapid turnover of items. Our favorite place to shop!read more

Best recycling service in Washington they are fair in price very professional staff they give the…read morebest prices for recycling I believe in Washington I have been recycling there about 10 years now and I won't go anywhere else

Don't bother going here. I lived in Bellingham for many years and moved. Went back to the home I…read morewas selling to get a bunch of old car parts that are obviously heavy and metal. Also I had radiator and some copper. Left getting $11.86. It was me and a friend of mine and yes we are both women. My husband was Pissed they took advantage of us as well as his friends. Sexism in 2016 so sad don't waste your time. Try another recycler.

Cam has quality equipment and is super easy to work with - good kid. Have rented a couple times…read morefrom him and always most helpful and accommodating. Give him a try, you wont be disappointed.

Cam's service is great! He delivered a kubota tractor and an arena drag right to my barn…read more The Kubota ran fine and I dragged the pasture in about half a day. Cam picked up the gear right on time. Cam's a small shop, but he's got top rated equipment and competitive prices. I'll be renting from him again soon.

On the recommendation of a very good friend, I took my beloved 1960's love seat to Cindi Olszewski…read moreof Encore. Her spacious workshop boasts an extensive collection of specialty fabrics, but she also has many other options available on special order. The quality and turnaround was excellent. So much that I then took my vintage plush rocking chair for reupholstering! Cindi has a keen eye for design (antique & modern) and can help brainstorm options that maybe you haven't thought of, with amazing results. I HIGHLY recommend Cindi and Encore Upholstery.

I am sharing my experience with the service I received from Carl's Mower regarding my 2-year-old…read moreHonda HRX217 self-propelled lawn mower. My experience has raised serious concerns about their service practices, warranty support, and customer treatment at this Honda dealership. On April 17, 2025, Carl's Mower performed a camshaft replacement under Honda's official safety recall warranty service. During this service, they also replaced the mower's carburetor without my prior knowledge or authorization. I submitted a written complaint to Carl's Mower about replacing the carburetor to which they responded by stating they would strive to improve communication. On May 8, 2025, I had to return the mower to Carl's Mower because the mower would no longer idle - an issue clearly related to the newly installed carburetor. Later that same evening, I received a voicemail saying the mower was ready for pickup. When I arrived the next morning, May 9, the sales representative asked if I had used any ethanol-containing gasoline in the mower since their warranty work to replace the camshaft. I said Yes, I used regular unleaded gasoline from the gas station which contained up to 10% ethanol (E10) - which fully complies with Honda's published fuel recommendations. Despite this, they refused to perform any adjustments under warranty, citing the use of ethanol content gasoline was a disqualifier, and that I would have to pay to adjust the carburetor idle. I pointed out that even the Honda Owner's Manual (WPC.204008.2021.04) on page 15 explicitly states that gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable. The representative stood by their decision and reiterated they would not perform any service unless I would pay for it. I refused of course and asked for my mower back. To my surprise, when I left the building, I found they had strangely already loaded my mower into the bed of my truck without my knowledge or consent. After bringing the mower home, I personally adjusted the throttle cable to correct the idle issue. But when I went to fill the fuel tank, I found a significant amount of dirt and debris inside the mower's plastic fuel tank - as if a handful of dirt had been thrown inside. I have used the same clean, filtered gas can for years and cannot explain the dirt contamination. The only times the mower has been handled or refueled were during Carl's Mower's camshaft recall warranty work and the follow-up carburetor service. I thoroughly cleaned the tank, the lines, tank filter and carburetor bowl, and refilled the mower with gasoline. There was no dirt or contaminants in the gas tank. Since then, the mower has run without issue, and no further contamination has appeared. This experience leaves me deeply concerned about Carl's Mower's service integrity: * Unauthorized part replacement * Not providing the old carburetor part when requested * Refusal to provide follow-up service on their own parts replacement work * Misrepresentation of Honda's safe fuel guidelines specifically regarding the Authorized use of 10% ethanol containing gasoline * Apparent mishandling or contamination of my mower's fuel tank Based on these events, I no longer trust Carl's Mower and will never return, choosing to take my business to Lynden. I am also disappointed that such a dealership represents the Honda brand, which I have long trusted for quality and reliability in my mower, pressure washer, and generator for decades. Customers deserve authorized service centers that act professionally, follow manufacturer safe fuel guidelines, and treat warranty claims with integrity.

I'm somewhat conflicted on my review but here it is. I am a return customer but may go elsewhere…read morefor future lawn equipment needs. The good: This is a great local business if you're in the market for yard equipment. Staff seems to be knowledgeable and provide several options for whatever you need. The store is clean and easy to navigate. When purchasing a chainsaw, we received a personal demonstration with instruction. You certainly won't get that at a big box store. Could be better: It's very annoying that, on one occasion while shopping with my husband, Carl primarily spoke to him. I was the primary consumer, asked questions, and made the final decision when selecting a chainsaw but received only a few glances. If you are a lady, you understand how rude this is.

West along with the whole crew is always looking to help in anyway possible, whether it's cashing…read moreyou out for your old goods or making expert repairs or alterations on items that just need a little love, madrona wear continues to exceed my expectations and provide an excellent experience every time i walk in the door.

Madrona Wear is a gem in Bellingham! I picked up a skirt, a shirt, and some awesome hiking…read morepants--all at great prices. I also couldn't resist one of their custom Madrona Wear t-shirts and a super cool ink patch made by a local artist. The shop is full of unique finds and creative energy. What really stood out was the story behind the business--starting in a garage and growing into a full brick-and-mortar store. You can feel the passion when you walk in. While I was there, they were actively working on custom shorts and pants right in the shop. You can tell they're the real deal. They also offer repair services and can fix just about anything--so cool to see that kind of sustainable, skill-based work happening locally. If you're in Bellingham, this is definitely a spot worth checking out.

It's all a tad overwhelming. You might want to snap some pictures on your phone in the various…read moreareas in the warehouses and the yard instead of trying to rely on just "brain inventory". Just the amount of things to try and take in is staggering. All sorts of sizes of wood, but also trappings that have come out former schools and hospitals and you normally might not find. Just one note to be extra careful roaming the property. There are a lot of edges sticking out and watch for sharp objects (i.e. nails) on the ground. I probably would not bring a child in tow. In addition to building materials, there were quite a few quirky items for sale and you never know what's going to be around any corner. Maybe something you need, or, you might find an unexpected treasure. When we visited the hours were rather limited: Saturday 9am - 2pm, so you might want to check the website before heading over.

I was up in the Ham recently helping a friend find a used door for a project, and we decided to…read morecheck out the Reuse Center. Located in a couple of buildings where Britton Rd. meets the Mt. Baker Highway, this large "store" is more like a junkyard full of salvaged building parts and treasures of all kinds. If you're into upcycling, re-cycling, and salvaging this is definitely the place to come! Their selection is unmatched, easily beating out other local salvage stores both in selection of building materials and price. And the owner is super nice and helpful. He truly has a passion for the business and the movement, and it shows! And wandering this property is like visiting a museum - with parts and pieces of recognizable area schools and other demolished buildings, that the Reuse Center clearly, painstakingly took apart, categorized, and stores on its property. Where I struggled, though, was with the unsafe feeling of the property - most notably the dusty, musty large garage/warehouse where much of the wood products are stored. There is a LOT of stuff in here. The aisles are very narrow and all sorts of building materials are stacked high. I know this type of store is never going to be "pretty" like a Home Depot or anything, and I totally get that. But it just didn't feel safe in there, with only one entrance/exit, confusing pathways, and LOTS of combustible materials. I felt relieved when we found what we were looking for and were safely back outside. There's also a cram-packed separate garage area with thrift store type finds, though it was very haphazardly arranged and the items were slightly interesting, again with super narrow aisles that were hard to navigate. The outdoor salvage yard area is full of all things interesting, lots of metal, and would be a fun place to find things if you were super creative with used materials. A lot of it was pretty junky, though, and looked unusable. I can see this spot being a place I would go again if I couldn't find my used/salvaged materials at another location. We did end up finding a door, and at a very good price, so I can't fault them for that. Maybe if they were able to get rid of some of their inventory, it would be a more fun place to shop at.