I stopped by today just for a pick up order, but I've been shopping at KOBO for the past five…read moreyears, both the Capitol Hill and International District locations. KOBO Capitol Hill is tucked away at one end of Broadway on a cute little corner that's easy to miss if you're not looking. They have an AMAZING collection of local and international art, books, and other small finds that make it feel like a new experience every time you visit. They also have virtual art shows featuring new artists every month, offering them platform to show off new work in a time where it might not otherwise happen. Due to Covid, they've taken a lot of precautions for their customers and staff, which I really appreciate. Private shopping sessions can be booked online, and curbside pick up was a really smooth experience!

I love this place! It so cute and has so many great gift ideas! 100% going back for some gifts…read morelater this year

​I was just strolling down 1st Ave when I stumbled upon this absolutely stunning shop for the very…read morefirst time. Pro-tip for first-timers: if you're confused about how to get in, just press the button next to the door! The friendly staff will buzz you right in. ​Once inside, I was completely blown away by how beautifully the shop is curated. The front features gorgeous color-coded displays in vibrant greens, pinks, and yellows. As you wander deeper into the store, it's like a treasure trove filled with high-quality wines, perfumes, artisanal soaps, gourmet treats, and incredibly tasteful home decor and novelties. ​This is the ultimate spot to pick up a little self-care treat or find a unique, thoughtful gift for someone special. Yes, the prices are a bit on the higher side, but given the exceptional quality and uniqueness of everything they carry, the satisfaction level is 100% there. Such a gem with a wonderful aesthetic!

We stopped by Watson Kennedy Fine Home after being drawn in by its beautifully curated window…read moredisplay, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by the wonderful staff. The store is a dream, everything is thoughtfully color-coordinated, making it a feast for the eyes. There's truly something for everyone, and it's the perfect one-stop shop for creating a thoughtful gift basket. I could have easily spent hours browsing the unique selection, but my husband was eager to get to our next destination. We were visiting from out of town the first time we stopped in, but now it is a go to spot, even if it's just to check out what they have put out recently! If you're in Seattle, this store is an absolute must-visit!

Watson Kennedy Fine Living is a very specific type of gift shop - it's lotion and candle focused,…read moreorganized by color and extremely scented. The strength of the scent is frankly overwhelming to the point it's unpleasant to browse and the shop could do with an air purifier if it's simply the byproduct of the items carried. The service was friendly but I couldn't stay in the shop for long and the scent lingered on my clothes for about ten minutes. Those with sensitivities likely won't do well, but for those who like strongly secreted spaces, Watson Kennedy is your store.

I love this store and have been here before but the lady working here yesterday was so rude. She…read morecouldn't have made us feel less welcome. I asked her about the fragrances and she said that wasn't their specialty but then it actually it is because they have other sense around the store like candles and lotions. I would give the store five stars because they have so many cute little knickknacks and beautiful cards and memorabilia of Seattle and it's located next to the inn at the market hotel next-door to Sushi Kashiba which is amazing.

Amazing and unique store in a central location. I hope to…read morereturn soon! Highly recommend it!

Many visitors and shoppers tend to have an emotional connection to Kobo, formerly known as Higo. I…read moream one of those people who calls it Higo, before I will remember it is in fact Kobo now. Higo is the original shop owned and run by the Murakami family. This is one of the few businesses that survived the Executive Order 9066 written in 1942 with thanks to the non-Japanese friends of the family who owned businesses in the same building. Today, Kobo represents a new generation of local artists, selling gift items, crafts, tees, books, art, jewelry, and much more at varying level of prices. I highly recommend Kobo when shopping for unique gifts. When I recently visited, they had a glass artwork on display, art gallery style. It was also the yearly Nihonmachi celebration, and they had a table outside with an artist painting one of three designs on classic Japanese windchimes. I was thrilled to buy one of these adorable windchimes commonly featured in anime including Studio Ghibli movies. For those who want to read the long version of the store's history: https://www.historylink.org/File/9094

We had a great time talking to Tracy and learning about the artwork at Milagros. It's just a short…read morewalk to the left of the main Pike's area and the bright colors and artwork will catch your attention from the window. Theres so much to look at and you can certainly find a gift for yourself or others here. We loved the art work inspired from visions seen in Peyote rituals and the colors and designs were mesmerizing. The owners travel to Mexico searching for great artwork for the shop so it's worth stopping by every now and then to see whats new.

I visited Milagros in 1991 when it first opened. I am so crazy about this place. It is like a…read morefabulous Mexican folk art museum experience! The offerings are so varied and marvelous. Heather, the owner, is wonderful and has a fine eye for exceptional things. I went there recently with my sweetheart, and we had the delightful experience of meeting Tracy. As we were there midweek at kind of an off-time, we were treated to wonderful descriptions by her of different items and different artists. Not only was Tracy informative, but she was exceptionally careful with our purchases. We needed them wrapped up as we were traveling, and she packed them with meticulous care--even labeling the purchases so that we could see through the wrapping what item was what. This was especially thoughtful and enabled us to swiftly divvy up our items without having to unwrap everything beforehand. A truly terrific experience.

As I wandered around the city while visiting Seattle I decided to find the coolest and unique spots…read moreI could find for all the things I love - stationary, artisan-made goods, unique gifts, and artwork that is affordable. I even saw jewelry, name brand reusable bag line merch, and stickers here at Butter Home. Of course there was quite a variety of home goods too including candles, books, etc. I saw some great artwork that was Seattle-themed and a lot of cool large paperclips, stamps, and whatnot to bring back to my office mates as small gifts. You will find something for you and then some here. Service was great as I asked the person working for any other nearby shops. They had great suggestions for other spots to eat and hang out in the neighborhood. I was super happy they were friendly enough to make some recommendations.

Cute and unique! If you're searching for some niche home decor or trinkets, you've come to the…read moreright place! Look for signs that say "Chophouse Row" and you'll see Butter Home on your right in the alley. They have lots of items that are great for gifts! They had stationery, kitchenware, artwork, and lots of Baggu. It's a small store, but there was lots to look at. A nice change-of-pace compared to other stores in the area. A hidden gem :)

If you're local and want in person side by side color views of Fiestaware this is your shop…read more I stopped in and was surprised at how jam packed everything was. It's the epitome of clutter - a bit unpleasant to navigate and there's a bit of a smell that made me not want to venture farther into the store. The front desk person was wearing headphones and didn't respond when I greeted him, through he finally noticed me and took them off to say good morning. I was curious about the Fiestaware colors they carried (if they had pre-86 Rose) since they appeared to carry retired items as well but didn't especially want to linger in the space. Overall, they could do with a strong air purifier and cutting down their shelved stock so it's more manageable to view.

This store has a wide selection of kitchen items at reasonable prices. I typically find what I am…read morelooking for and it's conveniently located in Pike Place Market. The service is always friendly and helpful.

Man do I miss World Market. When we lived in AZ, we had one close to home. So much stuff for the…read morehome. Food, dish wares, chairs, outdoor furnishings, pillows. All the stuff. We just came in to wander and remember the good old days when we could easily drive over to pick up that one thing the room was needing. Good times.

Had a bad experience the last time I visited this location. The cashier was quite rude when there…read morewere a couple issues with the items that I was purchasing. Felt shamed like it was my fault that they were not ringing up correctly. Cashier clearly did one want to deal with the situation. The issues ended up being resolved by a manager who dealt with the problems with more tact and consideration. I am not sure if I would shop at this location again due to this experience. It is close to Pike Place Market and that would be the main reason to visit again. Otherwise I would stick with shopping at locations closer to home.

There is always miscommunication with Max, there is always some sort of delay with their time…read moreschedules, would schedule a date and than would say "we are busy we can do it the next day when we already arranged the times. Very very poor with communication skills.

We just had our kitchen cabinets fabricated and installed; the outcome was impeccable! Cabinets are…read morewell made with superior craftsmanship and finishing all around. The whole team, from Denys for design, Max with project management, the two awesome gentlemen with delivery and Eugene for installation was fantastic - really friendly, fair, capable and professional people. Thank you so much for making our remodel experience smooth and enjoyable - we couldn't be happier! We plan to use you for our upcoming bathroom remodels very soon!

I loved the atmosphere in here, I was just picking up a few things but they have a good selection…read morefor everybody. Definitely my go-to art supply store from now on.

Just had a bizarre experience here after being a customer here for years. I started at the Tacoma…read morelocation looking for stretcher bars by the master series in 24, 36, 30, and 40s. Tacoma was out but the sweet sales associates offered to order or call Seattle. I overheard them on the phone confirming various sizes. So I thanked them & drove up to Seattle. I noticed the Seattle location didn't have the sizes I was told, I asked the guy in charge of frames/ stretchers and he claimed I asked for one size then showed me a different brand from what was confirmed over the phone, a heavy duty variety. When I expressed frustration of being told the wrong thing, he walked off pouting, didn't offer to order any for me like Tacoma did. Not wanting to leave empty handed I grabbed a couple off sizes so I can work. On my way to check out, I informed my friend of what just occured and placed the stretchers at the register. The clerk said "You need to check out over there, Sir." My flabbers were gasted! My monocle popped out! I said "Sir? I'm not a sir!". This was strange and shocking to me. So I went to the proper clerk saying "They just called me Sir. What part of me gives man? I've never been called a man." So yeah I'm mad confused as to why my petite, adorable self in pink & lilac got called a man by someone who would not appreciate being misgendered themselves.... On Pride weekend of all times. And why wasn't I offered to have the supplies ordered for me like in Tacoma? Basically I received a wild goose chase, a bad attitude, lied to about what I overheard confirmed on the phone, and casually misgendered by Seattle staff. Very sad since I prefer supporting local. The Tacoma shop is a vibe with kind, helpful staff. I'll stick with them and Jerry's Art a Rama online. Apparently several reviews report bad behavior from staff over the past year or so. Don't need the funky ahh attitude when I just wanna create.