Author: Seattleite Staff
Two resourceful locals convert an obscure material into attractive kitchen decor.
Recycling has always been a high priority in the Pacific Northwest. The idea of reusing something that turns into a beautiful product is more of a privilege than a burden. This is certainly true of the kitchenware offered by Seattle’s own Goods from the Hoods.
This versatile, exotic species can be used to make lovely household wares.
Did you know that there is an edible species of banana grown specifically to make textiles? The fibers from leaves of the Abaca tree, native to the Philippine archipelago, may be woven on looms into a variety of home decor accessories. Considered one of Seattle’s most eclectic mercantile locations, Bitters Co. has imported these decorative treats from the island of Mindinao and now offers them to mainland dwellers for a very affordable price.
Seattleite‘s Jessica Wyrick raves after taste-testing this delicious new beverage.
The excitement builds as you grab the sleek bottle, twist open the cap and take the first sip. A wake up alarm for your taste buds, the liquid hits you with a hint of chocolate followed by a cool blast of mint. It is like biting into a satisfying thin mint cookie — yet there is no guilt.
Get your outer layer ready for summer with these fine lotions and creams.
Not to jinx anything, but if the last week is any indicator — warm weather days are here at last! Your knee-jerk reaction might be to run outside wearing as little as possible to absorb all the natural elements, but your skin has been tucked away for months — a little pre-exposure treatment might be in order.
In our age of Smart phones and iPads, many have mistakenly labeled the desktop timepiece as a thing of the past. Sure, we have plenty of devices to tell us how slowly or quickly the day is passing, but the collection of clocks available at South Lake Union’s Velocity Designs is proof that these items are good for fashion as well as function.
Seattle’s Thom Jones explains the sustainable approach that defines his company.
Founded in 2002, A Semigood Company has earned a reputation as one of the finest, most conscientious furniture providers in Seattle. The company’s philosophy is simple: consumers deserve the best when it comes to home furnishings. For this reason, Semigood not only offers quality, handmade furniture but also guarantees that their pieces are manufactured under the most sustainable, eco-friendly conditions.
Retro-inspired storage unit allows you to install a mini-bar anywhere in the house.
We could all use some additional room for storing our belongings — especially when it comes to that extra bottle of whisky or two.
Pulsating colors, recycled materials, hand crafted designs — oh my!
Stray Dog Designs was born out of hopes, dreams, and a stray dog named Princessa from a picturesque village in central Mexico. Established as an export business in 1994, the company quickly blossomed into a reputable source of high quality, handmade products.
The Museum of Flight hosts a very important event for breast cancer.
Dr. Mary-Claire King will deliver a keynote address at the third annual Seattle-area American Cancer Society’s Hope Gala Ball on Saturday, May 21. Dr. King will discuss the progressive research that is being conducted by scientists worldwide in order to better understand – and eventually find a cure for – breast cancer, a disease that affects 1 in 8 American women during their lifetime.
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