Extensive glass designs and choices, and all the supplies you'll need. Rows and rows! I'm doing…read morecustom door panels after a 10 year break so my skills (and tools) are rusty. Matt and staff were very helpful and I'm excited to start my project. Used to go to Seattle Stained Glass which closed, but this place is 10 times better. Worth the drive. Decent prices too.

Very awesome glass supply store in the PNW. If you're into art glass, this is a place to visit to…read morebuy almost everything glass related except COE 82. In any case the service they offer is exceptional. Matt, the gentleman who helped us out is very helpful. In addition to selling art glass supplies they also offer fusing and stained glass lessons and I think materials are provided for free. Closed shoes, long pants and glasses are required to enter the store. They're pretty accommodating here so ask away if you have questions. 20% discount on orders over $250. Appointment is required so call in ahead before coming in. Gloves provided if you decided to grab scrap glass at the back- $6 per lb for fusible.

This place is amazing. One of the only retail stores where you can try on maternity jeans, pants,…read morebras, etc. Most places (gap, etc) only sell maternity online. The staff are knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. And will leave you alone if you just want to browse cute baby stuff. This is the only store I found maternity jeans, pants, tops, and bras that I loved and felt comfortable in during pregnancy. The baby clothes, supplies, and toys are all high quality and have lasted through two kids and were handed down to friends. Better for the environment and lower cost per use. All of the items are adorable too! It is a well curated, locally owned store, with a great selection.

I am feeling so much better about myself right now! I am currently pregnant with kiddo #2 and…read moreweigh about 150 pounds less than I did with my first child, so my old maternity clothes are long gone, and wouldn't fit anyway! In the space between pregnancies, it seems as if all brick and mortar maternity stores have disappeared. Buying maternity clothes online is a sure fire way to make you feel like garbage about yourself, which has been what I've been going through. I walked into the store and immediately found an employee who was completely happy to help me find something! She asked about my fit preference and color preference and whether I wanted over or under the bump jeans. She came through with a HUGE selection to try on. I found two pairs of jeans that made me feel really good about myself. Some people might consider them spendy (jeans run $70-$200 depending on brand) but I feel that it's worth it considering that these clothes will probably be worn daily for the next year. They also carry my favorite brand of bras, so I found a nursing bra in my size (which, again, is unheard of in a brick and mortar store...yes...H cup is a real thing!) and it was so nice to get to try something on before I bought it! Oh, I forgot to mention that they carry all range of sizing! It's so nice to go into a store where they realize that some pregnant women are not a size 6! And they have baby bump pillows to try on with your clothes so that you can see how adorable you'll be full-term! Keep being you, Village Maternity! This mama feels pampered today!

I took in a vintage ring with a large colored stone to another business to be appraised and was…read moretold it was not possible for them to determine if the stone had been "heat set". They didn't have the equipment. I called this business several months ago to determine if they did have the equipment and could see if the stone had been heat set. They assured me that they could do this. Before I took the ring in, I again called to make sure they were open and asked for the second time about being able to appraise the stone as heat set or not. I again was told this was something they could do. When I took the ring in last week, I asked for the third time to confirm they were able to determine if the stone was heat set. I was told for the 3rd time that this was something they could do. When my husband picked up the ring and the appraisal, he was told they didn't have the expertise or equipment to determine if the stone was heat set. Basically, they lied to me every time. The initial jeweler I took the ring too was honest enough to let me know right away and did not charge me for the appraisal. They were not. They just completed the appraisal and "assumed" the stone was heat set as most are. I would not have taken it to them if I knew they were incapable of doing the job. There is no reason to use this business. Any good jeweler can do an appraisal. I called to talk to the owner regarding this issue and was told he would return my call but he did not do so.

First of all, I don't understand why Yelp has decided that the ONLY review of Northwest Gemological…read moreLaboratory (NGL) it should show (and include in the search results) is a 1-star rating that reads as though the person went down a checklist of "common customer service complaints" and just listed them without specifics. When I searched his business out on Google and I saw the solitary review with a 1-star rating, I thought it was a joke--it was that unbelievable to me! I have done business with Ted at NGL for almost a decade. I have had the opportunity to deal with him professionally many times, as well as witness how he treats and interacts with other clients. He has always been friendly, professional, and has a great, wry/sarcastic sense of humor. His office is organized and he has a solid security system in place to keep the jewelry safe while it is in his care. He doesn't pull punches when providing advice or guidance for new or existing clients. If he doesn't offer a particular service, he will happily refer them to someone who does. If they need assistance with a special project (an estate appraisal of many jewelry items, for example), he will work with the client to determine what actually needs to be done for insurance and other purposes as well as the pricing--which has always seemed to be very fair. I have not had experience with Ted's Gemology classes, but his personality, manner/clarity of speaking, and his sense of humor indicate to me that the courses would be enjoyable and educational. Based on the feedback from other people (including the "filtered" reviews on Yelp), I am sure this portion of NGL's services are also a good value. NGL is one of the best places to take your jewelry to be independently, accurately, and affordably appraised for insurance and other purposes. I am sure his other services are equally comprehensive and professional. Don't discount NGL because of the poor and poorly-written review (which then of course directly advertises for another competing business). The "hidden" 5-star reviews read much more like actual reviews written by real people who actually did business here and discussed specifics of their experiences. Ted has owned and operated this business in downtown Bellevue for decades, and I think that says a lot.

Mel and Christina are literal angels and were so kind and patient when I came in for a consult…read morefreshly postpartum. I was a teary mess and they were both so compassionate and helpful as I wandered the store after my consultation. Mel helped me get the right size flange and advised us on what products to use to avoid pumping with plastic as much as possible. She hand selected bras for me to try on and gave me a hug when I needed it. Truly the most positive retail experience I've ever had! They have everything you might need to pump with and if it's not in store, they have great recommendations. Thank you guys so much for all that you do!

Nurturing Expressions made the whole process of figuring out my breastfeeding supplies so much…read moreeasier. The staff is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable--they explained in detail the pros/cons of varying breast pumps, bottles, pacifiers etc...and in a way that was easy to understand. I love that they do breast pump accessory fittings to ensure you are ordering the correct sizes. Not having the correct size can have a huge impact on your breastfeeding experience. They're well organized and even handle insurance and billing directly. I left confident in my choice of breast pump and find peace of mind knowing I can stop by anytime if I need any help down the road. Nurturing Expressions is a gem for new and expecting parents--supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in helping families thrive. I can't recommend them enough! Thank you Nicole and team!

Very nice and aesthetic candle shop! The owner was so kind and told us about their brand and how…read moreeach scent has a story. My friend really enjoyed their candle scents and they also have diffuser options. They also hold candle making/diffuser scent making experiences which look fun to try out!

I got a candle as a gift and I couldn't figure out why is stopped burning, even though there was an…read moreinch and a half of wax left. So I went into the beautiful store, where a very nice lady helped explain that I needed to take off the charred parts of the wood wick and demonstrated how to do it. Best Customer service ever. Now my candle is functioning fine and making these nice crackling sounds that wood wicks do.

Such a cute little store on Bainbridge Island. It is really easy to walk here from the ferry, and I…read morehighly recommend a visit here, even if you aren't into knitting. It was so quiet and relaxed inside with knitting classes going on, samples of tea, crafts, teddy bears, and yarn. People working there were friendly.

An excellent selection of yarns nestled on Bainbridge Island. Definitely a must visit if you are in…read morethe area! The selection of teas are great, too. My favorite is Campbell's Perfect Tea. Pick up a tin or two. There is also a wide variety of needles and notions available as well. Worth the ferry ride. Grab lunch and wine nearby!

Bremelo Press is one of those experiences you have to have when you go to Seattle. I was lucky…read moreenough to hear about it from word of mouth. Lynda is the owner and artist of this studio. She offers personalized printing with a method that originated in the early 1800s. She offers business card, note words, wedding invitations etc. What I came for was the class she offers which are popular as wedding gifts. She showed me how to create my own card from a picture I carved out of a linoleum block. I didn't have experience carving, nor any artistic talent, but she guided me and it turned out beautiful. She also helped me mix an ink into a beautiful turquoise color. We have just come back a second time and she is helping my boyfriend create his own customized business card. Absolutely lucky to have found this Seattle secret treasure!

It's always a joy to to work on letterpress ideas with Lynda. Over the years she has helped me…read morecreate book covers, business cards, invitations, and a variety of printed materials for art projects. From selecting the paper stock and ink color to hand set type or custom polymer plates, she lends her astute aesthetics and sage advice to help the project exceed any and all expectations. Each time I get to work on something in her studio, I love that I get to learn new printing techniques and practices. With Lynda's expert guidance, I print the project myself and get to feel my own handiwork with each new creation. I can't recommend Lynda and Bremelo Press enough.

I stumbled upon Robot vs Sloth down by at Pike Place Market. They have super cute Seattle themed…read morerobot, sloth and other whimsical animal items at various price points. That location was out of the shirt that I wanted, but they found it in stock at this location. Everyone at both locations were super helpful and friendly.

What a fun, creative store! The cashier, Alejandra, was wonderful. She told me about the artists in…read morethe collective and showed me some of her favorites. Nine Lives goobers really grabbed me, especially the large ones on the wall! I would have loved to buy some cards with pictures of them. Alejandra showed me the one original 2"x3" painting and I had to have it. The pillow printed with the Pikes Market scene was another example of creativity. So many works of art and t shirt to choose from.