Love Letters

Ballard's Creepiest Curiosity Shop Reminds Us to Be Weird

Fancy stuffed roadkill, glowing uranium dinner plates, and a real human skeleton? This is the place.

10/23/2023 By Allison Williams

Neighborhood Guide

32 of Our Favorite Ballard Shops

Ballard's known for its Nordic roots and its beer savvy. We think its local stores should be on the list, too.

07/08/2022 By Zoe Sayler

Obsession

Dr. Martens and Blundstones Are Seattle’s Anti-Obsession

Our city’s longtime love affair with a pair of boot brands fits our sustainable psyche.

10/27/2021 By Sophie Grossman

Designers! Make it Work!

Goodwill Design Challenge Celebrates the Unique and Innovative Fashionistas of Seattle

Friday night brings together a myriad of fashion design students for a runway show, competition, and loads of fun (plus refreshments!).

09/22/2016 By Colleen Williams

Weird Pairings

Macklemore Was on 'Sesame Street'

We knew he was a Muppet!

01/13/2015 By Matthew Halverson