I think I fell in love with this place because of the adorable couple who runs it. They had various…read moreethnic items from all over the world. Mainly rugs, music instruments, and jewelry but my friend also picked up some cool beads, and some Indian slippers. It's worth checking out even if you're just browsing.

This was a very cool, eclectic shop. I've never wanted to buy a rug so badly, lol. And I may feel…read moreeven older because I got excited over a carpet, lol. There simply were too many interesting things. I am certain I could have spent hours inside and still not taken in everything. The back rooms had what I look at as apothecary chest- tons of little drawers, if you can picture it. Except they had several of them and every drawer was filled with different jewelry findings! Beads, clasps, bails- you name it. At the front of the store were a bunch of felt hats that were also incredible. We were greeted when we entered and checked on a couple of times- I really enjoyed this shop. I was very, very tempted to buy myself one of their gorgeous semi-precious gemstone necklaces. Next time.... oh next time!

So the people at lizzys are really truly and genuinely so very nice and the store is always so…read moreclean and shiny the displays catch the eyes and make you want to look, but when it comes to selling scrap gold and silver it's a complete rip off 5.8 g is $314.?? Rightand7.4 g of sterling silver is like25 bucks so that scrap wise is is $340 bucks round bout and if my friend hadn't had to have gas for us to get home I wouldn't have done it i would have sent it in and gotten 90 % instead they gave me $125 which yes everyone needs to make their buck id have been happy with 75 % and most places give u that they didn't even give me 50% so your welcome for ripping me off again to bad my friend needed gas and it was urgent sad for me but guess that's w/e my loss thier gain for sure I just thought people should know how for such nice people they will rip you off like any scandalous scammed out there they just smile and make u feel safe while robbing u

This is not good when you take a ring in that was just appraised by Bellevues best licensed…read moregemologist, at 40,000$ and she said she'd buy for 4 ,000$. Yah I bet she would. Horrible customer service. Nice try

Closed? And do not return phone messages. Plus no signage for this store front. Don't think they…read moreare in business any longer

This story is a harrowing account of greed, unethical behavior, betrayal, and manipulation. It…read moredetails how Keenan Valdes, the owner of Sachi Fine Jewelry, who presented himself as a capable jewelry designer, took advantage of a customer at every turn, failing to provide any documents, receipts, invoices, or certifications, and breaking every promise made in their verbal agreement. Nearly four years ago, in the spring of 2021, I entered Keenan's store to inquire about designing a ring with a yellow sapphire. I had narrowly survived a life-threatening incident while traveling and was struggling with my health, hoping for a miracle to aid my recovery so I could care for my daughter. A friend's guru, an enlightened yogi known for his expertise in stone healing, recommended that I get a yellow sapphire ring and wear it constantly. I showed Keenan a photo of the design I wanted, stated a budget of $5,000, and requested a stone size of 2-3 carats. Keenan quoted a price of $2,000-$2,500 for the ring, based on the weight of the metal. He was exceedingly charming, assuring me that I was in the right place and that he had a dealer who could get the stone at the best price. When I asked about a down payment, he said I would pay the full amount upon completion if I was satisfied, and that the ring would be ready in six months. Based on consultations with other jewelry designers, I knew that 1-carat should cost around $750, so I believed the total cost would be under $5,000. However, with each meeting, the design and price drifted further from the original plan. Keenan ordered a much larger stone, 4.15 carats, claiming it was a rare find that would make my ring unique and valuable over time making it a family treasure passing through generations. His enthusiasm convinced me to agree, and he told me that I needed to pay $7,777 in cash for the stone within 30 days. I sold my company's stock to make the payment, believing I would receive the ring in six months and that Keenan didn't profit from the stone. (Only 2 weeks ago by pure incident I learned that he made 300% markup on that stone.) Despite the lack of paperwork and the higher cost, I was captivated by his stories and trusted him completely. As time went on, Keenan's behavior became more manipulative. He claimed the stone was too high-profile for the design I wanted but assured me he could create any design. I proposed a few more designs but none of the designs I suggested worked for such high profile stone, and he had no interesting creative ideas of his own. In February 2022, he tried to sell me a premade ring that was completely unsuitable. Realizing I had made a mistake in trusting him, I felt trapped because I had already paid $8K for the stone. The ring was supposed to be ready in August 2022, but Keenan prioritized other orders and suggested I take my business elsewhere. When I asked if he would buy back the stone, he refused, claiming the stone and ring were separate transactions. It was another lie to keep my money. Along the way he pressured me into adding diamonds and making design adjustments to fit those, so the prototype I finally saw in April 2024 was far from what I had envisioned. Finally, after a long wait the ring in platinum was ready on December 14th, 2024. I paid $2,222 in cash and picked up the ring, but upon closer inspection, I found numerous flaws. The stone was set incorrectly (wrong angle) and too high, and the band was twisted in an awkward way. The ring caused discomfort (made my finger to swallow). It was poorly designed, bulky, unstable, and absolutely unwearable. Feeling betrayed and emotionally drained, I requested a refund, but Keenan refused. He lied about taking the money to the bank and paying for materials but after pressuring him to stick to the contract agreement he finally returned the same bills I had given him. He suggested creating a new design, but I had lost all trust in him. When I asked if he wanted to keep the ring setting to sell in his store, he said it was only good for melting down. This meant he knew the ring was so poorly designed that it couldn't be sold, yet he still wanted me to pay for it in the first place. Throughout this ordeal, I received no documentation, invoices, or certifications (even though I requested those). I have no proof of the materials used, their weight, or the authenticity of the stone. After nearly four years, countless appointments, and significant financial loss, I decided to seek legal action. Keenan's refusal to take responsibility and his unethical behavior left me with no other option. When I offered him to settle this case outside the courtroom, he didn't bother to respond to my emails. (I read in another review that he just ignored his clients when he doesn't want to return money for the unfinished work). If anyone else has experienced similar issues with Keenan Wade Valdes, please join me in my lawsuit.

I stumbled across this cute little shop a few months ago while looking for a special birthday gift…read morefor a friend... The owners husband makes these cool "blessing bracelets" with a variety of crystals/stones on them. Each bracelet has several tags explaining what the crystals or stones represent. The bracelets have a warranty and registration number...They are beautifully packaged and make a wonderful gift. So far I have purchased three and the recipients all were thrilled. They will even restring the bracelet for you for free (within the first month) if it's not the right size. They carry a wide variety of other interesting products like soaps, essential oils...I think these blessing bracelets are my go to gift now! They seem to range in price from $20 on up. I have included pictures of one of the bracelets I purchased.

It's a very cute little store with some interesting crystal-ish items for sale. The sort of curios…read morewhere you need to look at the pictures to see what they offer.

I took my engagement ring and two wedding bands in to be sized and soldered together. The customer…read moreservice was excellent and the rings turned out perfect. The price was very fair, especially for the level of craftsmanship. The turn around time was less than two weeks. I definitely recommend this small locally owned business for any of your jewelry needs. I will be back to browse through their nice selection of jewelry too.

Ghosting: In the retail world, ghosting by a salesperson…read moreoccurs when a business suddenly ceases all communication, ignores inquiries, or fails to follow up with a customer after initial engagement, such as in-store visits, online chat inquiries, or support requests. It is a form of passive, unresponsive service that leaves consumers feeling ignored, unvalued, and in a state of limbo. Physical Store Inattention: It applies to in-store scenarios where staff may ignore customers or promise follow-ups that never happen. Types of Retail Ghosting: This includes ignoring questions in the comments section, not replying to direct messages (DMs), or leaving a customer who asked about product availability or support with "radio silence". Implications for Retailers: Loss of Trust and Revenue: Consumers are likely to avoid retailers who do not respond, leading to a loss of sales, particularly among younger shoppers. Reputation Damage: Unanswered complaints and questions lead to negative online reputations and lower rankings on search engines (SERPs), decreasing store foot traffic. High Churn Rate: A significant portion of consumers will cease purchasing from a brand after experiencing poor communication or multiple negative interactions.

The lady in this shop is so kind and polite. Shop has cute things it's neat and clean. Got some…read morecute shoes for my baby niece. They have nick nacks with male and female clothing and kids too.

Lovely little shop with good quality clothes and an outstanding garden in the front. Can only give…read moreit 4stars, however. I found the perfect pair of leggings but they didn't have my size. The clerk took my contact information with the promise to notify me within the week when their restocking order arrived. Never heard from them again The owner did reply and was positive professional and encouraging. The onus is on me for not understanding a YELP feature. If they'll let me in after this I'll give them another go

I ordered a men's wedding ring from Aide-mémoire in the spring and couldn't be happier with my…read morepurchase. My wife and I went into the shop beforehand to discuss ring options, and the staff was very informative and easy to work with. There was no pressure to buy anything and they were more than happy to let us think more about the ring options before we purchased. We love how eco-friendly their products are while also being affordable and high-quality. 10/10 recommend this place to others!

My fiancé and I couldn't be any happier with Aide Memoire. We bought our engagement ring and…read morewedding bands here, and they're everything we imagined they would be and more. Everyone there is always so friendly and knowledgeable. We had a pretty good idea of what we wanted for our rings, but still needed to figure out some of the details, and Aran was so great to work with to figure out the specifics for our rings. Aide Memoire did a fantastic job finding the right diamonds for our rings and then keeping us updated on the status of our rings. And we love the small touch of them always giving you a chocolate before you leave the store! Can't recommend them enough if you live in the Seattle area and are looking for an ethically-sourced jeweler.

This hidden gem is worth talking about. I wanted to have a diamond mounted onto a ring for my wife,…read moreShaneco while very nice, wanted 400+ to do it!!! I called around and that seemed to be the average price and almost went for it. So glad I didn't, These guys gave me the honest price of under 50$. They have an odd assortment of jewelery and other things there, really nice people.