Note this review is for a Ugly Baby workshop in their studio space in Seattle, not the shop itself…read morewhich is located elsewhere. We attended a punch needle pet portrait class and it was fun. No one finished their work (class was 3 hours, but I think we really only stabbed for 2-2.5 due to yarn selection and general instruction time), but you could bring your project and tools home along with any yarn needed. Rosalie knows her stuff and was helpful on answering any questions folk had. Also, worth every penny! Highly recommend for any crafty folk, though no experience necessary when doing this.

I got told off for whistling.... For real. But seriously, this place is awesome. You should come…read morehere.

Didn't know what I would expect but this exceeds every of my expectations!…read more If I were to explain this, this is a cafe/thrift/artisanal art store/creative hangout typa place! And THIS IS MY KIND OF PLACE this feels like Monica's apartment on Friends. Pop of colors here and there, truly a work of art every corner I turned. I mean, the dog's having a nicer Sunday than most of mine. Definitely a true gem of Pioneer Square.

Stopped in here while exploring Pioneer Square. There is a coffee shop also inside. Didn't find and…read morepurchase anything, but there are some unique items.

In Pikes Place there is a small shop with old movie posters, maps, ads, pictures, all kinds of…read morestuff. It's similar to a vinyl record shop where everything is in bins and you shift through them to see what's available. I love movies and found a number of movie posters in different sizes and from different eras. Classics that I grew up with and classics my grandparents grew up with. Really cool! My other half found a number of old maps. Maps where parts of the world hadn't been discovered at the time. They also have old pictures of famous landmarks. I ended up buying an old picture of Pikes Place. Very interesting place. If you're looking for a unique way to decorate or something for a collection, I'd give this place a look.

Honestly this place has some pretty great stuff I won't lie, I don't think it's to overpriced it…read moreseemed about right. Some things were cheap some were a little more pricey just depends on what you're comfortable spending. A lot of things to choose from all very unique and vintage I love it! But as for custom service the man running the place (I'm assuming) was not rude he just didn't say anything I was like "hi" I said thank you and was trying to be friendly but he was very quiet and almost tuning me out in a way. Other than that you should check this place out if your looking for nice vintage posters, cards and other artwork

Really fun store with great selection of candles, incense, statuary. Very good customer service…read more Prices were reasonable.

A cool store in the U-district with a unique shopping experience filled with unique items from…read more traditional gargoyles to local artisan crafts. This store caters to those who appreciate darker or magical themes. Overall prices were good but the service was overbearing as was followed everywhere while in there.

Some friends took us here, and I really enjoyed just how huge this market was! There were so many…read moredifferent types of vendors: food, drinks, clothing, jewelry, arts & crafts, and more! I loved seeing such a wide variety because everyone in our group was able to find something they genuinely enjoyed despite our different tastes lol Personally, I ended up buying a Green Amethyst necklace from Sea Diamonds, a ring from another jewelry vendor, a chain and three charms from a vendor in the indoor section, and even a custom poem from an artist who was creating them on the spot with her typewriter! That was definitely one of the most unique things I came across. As for food, I got to try the Crab Mac & Cheese from Sam's Crab Mac & Cheese and was completely sold after the sample bite (highly recommend!!). I also enjoyed a Mangonada from one of the Mexican food vendors, and the Watermelon Sour Cotton Candy from CottonMouth Confections, which was another standout and definitely worth trying!! Overall, if you want to fully explore everything the market has to offer, I'd recommend setting aside a few hours.

I love this year round Sunday market and I'm biased. It is not a true farmers market, a bit more of…read morethe flea market/festival vibes. you'll find food trucks (roasted corn on cob, Jamaican food, boba, pastries, etc), costume jewelry, used/vintage or artisanal clothing, perfumes, stuff for your pets, vintage bags, mirrors, etc. It's really more about vibes, vintage, and supporting local small businesses, you can get your food from the food trucks and sit by the Fremont canal watching the boats (and people) and eat your food. The market moves under the bridge during the winter and I can't speak to that experience but I love it when the sun's out on Sundays in Fremont!

If you've ever wanted your life to be slightly more adorable, Robot Vs. Sloth in downtown Seattle…read moreis your place. This little gift shop is packed with irresistibly cute designs by local artist Lauren Rudeck who created the spot as a place to showcase and sell her fun and twee animal art! You can get all sorts of goodies here that feature her original designs, from t-shirts to magnets, stickers, kitchen towels, enamel pins, toys, and all sorts of quirky goodies. Even better, proceeds from sales help support sloth rescue in Costa Rica! This is your chance to buy local and do some good. The gifts here are perfect for anyone on your list. I mean, who wouldn't want a cartoon of a robot fighting a sloth on their fridge or stuck to their laptop? I adore the greeting cards, which make unique notes of cheer for friends and family. Plus, it feels extra nice to support a small local artist while you're snagging a few smiles for yourself or friends. I always come to shop here whenever I'm in Seattle not just to soak up the cuteness, but to buy a few things and leave feeling like the world is a slightly funnier, fluffier place. Warning: you might also leave with more stuff than you intended, but it's totally worth it.

Silly artwork galore turned into cute, playful gifts! You can find a plethora of prints, stickers,…read moresculptures, T-shirts, plushies, keychains and more here. Their creative knick-knacks seem fairly priced. Workers enhanced our visit with their enthusiasm and pleasant conversations :) Pop by for a quirky experience and leave with a fun souvenir!

If you're looking for a Seattle sweatshirt (e.g., something with "Seattle" on the front of it), I…read morewould say this is one of the higher quality tourist shops. I saw Seattle Shirt Company nearby, but most of those shirts felt more cheaply manufactured with screen printing. At Simply Seattle, some of the sweatshirts felt of higher quality and had embroidered or felted lettering. If I had gotten a sweatshirt, it would have been from here.

Designs absolutely rock! But the shipping and customer service are extremely poor!…read moreIf you live anywhere but Seattle, good luck getting your purchase. Promises have been made and not followed through numerous times. I wouldn't trust these guys to deliver a bar of soap. Josh the "customer service " rep needs some serious training.

It is truly a special kind of retail purgatory when you just want to browse a few paperbacks and…read moresuddenly you're being pitched a sectional with performance fabric. The "hovering" technique is the fastest way to turn a potential sale into a "I'm leaving right now" situation. There is a massive psychological gap between "I am here if you need me" and "I am essentially your shadow." The Desperation: You can see them mentally checking boxes on a manager's "Engagement Checklist." * The Disconnect: They aren't reading the room; they're reading the script. * The Result: A customer who feels hunted rather than helped. Retailers often think that "High Touch" service equals "Constant Contact," but most modern shoppers view their time in a store as a solo mission. We want the associate to be like a GPS: silent and out of the way until we actually take a wrong turn or need a specific destination. When an associate is practically tethered to you, it removes the "discovery" element of shopping. You stop looking at the products because you're too busy trying to figure out how to politely lose your tail And out of all that, I still didn't buy the book as i was focused on writing this review. Damn. This is why we shop on Amazon.

This is a great place to find furniture, decor and gifts. Anything from this store makes a home way…read moremore interesting, stylish, and practical. Big props to the owners. They know EVERYTHING about decor and have fantastic taste.