Specialty Bottle in SODO area

I don't know if Specialty Bottle is the only company in Seattle where they sell varieties of bottles, but it's pretty cool to find out that we have this unique company in Seattle SODO area. I stumbled upon their website the other day and I thought, this is pretty cool!... If you are in need of glass or plastic jars/bottles or special containers, you can always check their selections.

For small business owners or artist, this could be one of many resources to keep and use.

You can order through online or call their store.
Their Address: 3434 4th Avenue S |Seattle, WA 98134 | 206-382-1100 | service@specialtybottle.com

Ideas that you can do with bottles or jars.

Flower in a jar.

Candle holder

Favors / Cookie Jars

Photo Displays

Candy Displays

Organizing materials

For more ideas.. you can look at Martha Stewart Website, and Weeping Cherries Blogspot (All images in this article are from this blog).

The Legend of Pretty Parlor

Source: Article is taken from Pretty Parlor website

Once upon a time, a kicky young miss named Anna Lange (that’s Anna Banana, to you) dreamed of bringing clothes with clout to the masses. “Today’s look reflects today’s taste,” she said to herself, as she painted her toenails with Passion Pink. Soon enough, her delicious dream became a reality; she opened the original Pretty Parlor on Summit Avenue in Seattle’s Capitol Hill in November of 2001.

After a year of bestowing bountiful bon-bons to the denizens of Capitol Hill, Miss Banana had another brainstorm. “Let’s bring the funk up to Phinney,” she exclaimed, while visions of sugarplums danced in her head. The Parlor relocated in November 2002 to a happy home on Greenwood Avenue atop Phinney Ridge. However as the hustle and bustle of an ever-expanding city grows, so does the real estate.

Alas, the Parlor on Phinney was forced to flee as the buildling lost its lot to condos. "BACK TO THE HILL WE MUST GO!" exclaimed her lady in pink. In late fall of 2005, the Pretty Parlor was back in its original spot in all its glory on Summit Ave. E. "Ahhhhh......" said Miss Banana, "It feels so wonderful to be back on the Hill! HOME SWEET SOME!"

As ever, the 1000-square foot boutique (that’s a lot of pink paint, pardner!) showcases vintage & indie designer fashions, jewelry, and accessories for men and women. Anna now spends her days frolicking among the racks of fabulous finds and creates flirty fashions for her own label, "House of Pretty Parlor". If that’s not happily ever after, we don’t know what is.

Exploring Local Shops at Ballard!

Ballard is one of Seattle's neighborhoods that is keep changing. Old Ballard that was once surrounded by salons and bars, is now becoming hip, trendy, and cool. There are many new restaurants and shops around Market St.

Here are some local shops and boutiques in Ballard that has some unique and amazing styles, setting the latest trend in our community.

Blackbird

PHOTO BY: INBALLARD.COM
A men’s fashion boutique, Blackbird sells brands you’re not likely to find elsewhere. A.P.C., Trovata, Uppercut a.p., Steven Alan, Jack Spade, Orthodox, Surface to Air, Earnest Sewn, and Oliver Spencer are just a handful of the many unique designers featured at this location.(source: inballard.com)

Ballard Mail & Dispatch

is the one-stop neighborhood solution shipping and mailing needs. There is also a full service espresso bar, that serves 100% fair trade espresso bar, sandwiches, snacks,and other seasonal delights, plus inspired gifts, cards, stationery and miscellaneous irresistibles.

20 Twenty

PHOTO BY: INBALLARD.COM
This small shop in historic Ballard has a collection of vintage items for men, women and children as well as clothing and accessories from local independent designers. Check out owner Joel Leshefka's screen printed T-shirts and vintage ties featuring retro images of typewriters, cameras and airplanes. (Source by: Kathy Schultz - NWsource shopping columnist)

Show Pony

PHOTO BY: JULIE R
Friend and I wandered in here on President's Day... Super cute store, found nice jeans for 20, yes 20, dollars... Loved the jewelry, fun clothes, some things are pricey, but I was surprised by the amount of reasonably priced stuff. Definitely will go back when I am in Fremont again! - Maddie S (yelp reviewers) -

Dandelion Botanical Company

PHOTO BY: INBALLARD.COM
Dandelion is a natural apothecary (or pharmacy) specializing in quality botanicals. They offer a variety of Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Vadik Herbs as well as teas, oils, and a plethora of other organic wellness products from reputable brands. They also host classes and are a proud supporter of the arts in Seattle. Stop by their new store located on Ballard Avenue. (Source: inballard.com)

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Theo Chocolate, People's Pick Chocolatier this year!

From a recent visit to a friend's house, she introduced me to Theo Chocolate. Theo Chocolate never tasted so good after a delicious dinner meal. We had the Venezuela Dark Chocolate Bar (91% Cocoa)... it was a strong bittersweet taste. I didn't know they were a local chocolate company in Seattle.

The great thing about Theo Chocolate that my friend was telling me about is that they have their Chocolate Factory Tour, open daily!... cost only 6 bucks and you get to try some samples of the chocolate. What a deal for you, chocolate lovers!...

Theo Chocolate Factory is located at:
3400 Phinney Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98103

The Factory opens from Monday through Thursday at 2pm and 4pm.
Friday through Sunday at 10am, 12, 2, and 4pm.

Theo Chocolate is the first and only organic and Fair Trade Chocolate factory in the United States. It is founded by Joseph whinney, who pioneered the suply of organic cocoa beans into the United States in 1994.

The cost of a 32oz chocolate bar is $5 and $3.25 for the 2oz bars. One thing for sure, you can't go wrong with Theo Chocolate ~ They tasted so delicious, you would want to have some more after the first bite. I still remember the crave I had after that night.

For those of you who don't like bittersweet taste, but still in love with dark chocolate, I recommend you to try the Madagascar bar (74% cocoa bean). They are not too bitter, the chocolate taste is so smooth and melt in your mouth.

Theo Chocolate was voted as People's Pick from NW Source this year: Check out this article.

Brief information about Theo Chocolate Factory can also be found at NW Source website.

See their official website:https://www.theochocolate.com/

Jewelry Shopping at Seattle Etsy

The other day I was looking into some jewelry to buy for myself and gifts for my sisters and I found some really cute local Seattle Etsy shops and bought myself couple of earrings before they got sold out. For those of you who are not familiar with "ETSY" - it is a website that provides users a way to buy and sell handmade stuffs.

What I love about Etsy is that each items that I ever purchased was handcrafted to the finest details. They have unique design and different styles all the time. Most of all, if I ever want to find inspirations for design and artwork, just going to etsy.com always so motivating and inspiring.

Today I want to focus more on our Local Etsy's owner, particularly in Jewelry shopping. I found some cute accessories, that you ladies will definitely like. Check this out:

The "Itty Bitty Owl Earrings" by our local designer Kristin Friesen. See her Etsy shop here.



Sarah Hood's "Tree Earrings". See her Etsy shop here.



Very nice customize sterling silver necklace for gifts titled "Love you to the Moon... and back" by Birthdesign. See the Etsy shop here.



Charming Bracelet work "Lampwork Charm Bracelet" by deniseannette, check her Etsy shop here. Her bead work is so much fun and whimsical! Each piece is handcrafted carefully and just beautifully.


So next time if you'd like to buy some jewelry, be sure to check out our local Etsy shops.

FUN TIP about Etsy Shop:
1. It's easy to loose track of your favorite shops at Etsy.com, but once you sign in, you can add that shop to be your favorite seller, that way you can always refer back to their Etsy shop and browse around.

2. If you like the shop so much, you can also RSS feed (Subscribe) to their shop, so whenever the owner posts a new items, you can check their newest creations..