AROUND THE SUN

A Big Seattle Guide to Birthday Gifting

Whether you're on a tight budget or looking to splurge, we've put together a list of over 100 Seattle-sold gift ideas for men, women, kids, and more.

03/03/2023 By Zoe Sayler and Brian Olson

Sweet Tooth in Seattle

Seattle Chocolate and Candy Available for Valentine's Day Pickup

Where to find last-minute Valentine's Day treats, from dark chocolate bars to gummies, in the Seattle area.

02/13/2023 By Brian Olson

GIFT GUIDE

Local Holiday Gifts for the Little Ones in Your Life

Gift ideas for kids of all ages, from a Seattle-designed, award-winning Disney board game to a children's cookbook with local ties.

12/09/2022 By Zoe Sayler

'TIS THE SEASON

Make Holiday Shopping an Event at These Local Markets

From Capitol Hill to Magnuson Park Hangar 30, these are some of the best holiday shopping markets in town.

12/07/2022 By Zoe Sayler

GIFT GUIDE

7 Classic Seattle Gifts

Give local without stepping foot in a tourist shop: Here's where to find vintage band tees, local cookbooks, Native-made blankets, and more.

12/06/2022 By Zoe Sayler

WITH THE MOST

11 Creative Gifts for Party Hosts (and One Wine Bottle)

A super sweet Christmas tree ornament, a PNW-specific party game, and, yes, a bottle of rosé.

12/01/2022 By Zoe Sayler

Present Times

What Local Nonprofits Have on Their Wish List This Year

Donate hats, coats, toys, and more to local organizations like Mary's Place and Seattle Area Feline Rescue.

11/10/2022 By Zoe Sayler

GIFT GUIDE 2022

The Seattle Gifting Game

Whether you need a gift under $20 or a big-deal present for your partner, our 2022 holiday gift guide has got you covered.

11/07/2022 By Zoe Sayler

HOCKEY HISTORY

This Scrappy Team Inspired the Kraken's Reverse Retro Jersey

The 2022 Adidas design features bold stripes and colors that hearken back to Seattle's World War II–era hockey team.

10/24/2022 By Zoe Sayler

THE LITTLE THINGS

14 Boutiques for the Fashionable PNW Child

From Bootyland in Capitol Hill's Chophouse Row to Village Maternity in U Village, here's where to shop for children's clothing in the Seattle area.

08/05/2022 By Zoe Sayler and Seattle Met Staff

STRAIGHT FIRE

Bring the Drama This Leo Season with These Local Gifts

Bring the drama this Leo season with a necklace from Wolf Circus, a purse from Cult Gaia, a party trick from Chambong, and more Seattle gifts.

07/22/2022 By Zoe Sayler

LIFELONG LEARNER

Gifts for Graduates Starting College or Grad School

A great, reasonably priced REI commuter bike, a high-tech smart notebook with classic appeal, and other university student essentials.

06/06/2022 By Zoe Sayler

PATH PATHOS

Gifts for Grads Who Aren't Sure What's Next

Experience gifts, introspective books, and other no-pressure gifts to make the transition from school to whatever comes next a bit smoother.

06/03/2022 By Zoe Sayler

PETAL ONE'S WARES

Our Favorite Local Flower Shops

From last-minute bouquet deliveries to one-of-a-kind arrangements, here's where to find fresh flowers near you.

05/03/2022 By Zoe Sayler

PARENT TRAP

10 Mother's Day Gifts for Your Mom Friends

Ten gifts the moms in your life actually want, from ultra comfy Girlfriend Collective maternity bike shorts to a "weighted blanket for your eyes."

04/04/2022 By Zoe Sayler

WOUND UP

Seattle’s 10 Best Toy Shops for Kids and Adults Alike

Snapdoodle’s educational toys, Archie McPhee’s grown-up-friendly gaffes, and board games as far as the eye can see.

12/13/2021 By Seattle Met Staff

MOM AND POP-IN

A Few of Our Favorite Things from Nordstrom's Pop-In Gift Shop

Here are our favorite products from the Make It Pop-In holiday gift shop, open at select Nordstrom locations through January 9.

10/22/2021 By Zoe Sayler

VENDOR BENDER

5 Seattle-Area Holiday Markets for the Last-Minute Local Shopper

From Nordstrom's Make It Pop-In to the Winter Solstice Night Market, check this updating list for all your Seattle gift-shopping needs.

12/11/2020 By Zoe Sayler

GIFT GUIDE 2020

Seattle Gifts We’ll Keep on Giving

Here are the local goods that danced in our heads this year.

11/24/2020 By Seattle Met Staff

Shelf Indulgent

Seattle Gift Stores for Every Type of Shopper

A shop list that’ll make everyone on your list happy—including yourself.

11/24/2020 By Zoe Sayler