Confession: I'm a card addict. This place is filled with cards. Sometimes they are maybe targeted…read moretowards an older crowd but, hey, it's Edmonds. They also have great holiday decor for every "holiday" from beach season to Thanksgiving, Fourth of July to Christmas. They have you covered. Need Halloween ornaments? This is your place. Great for last minute gift buying. Great for a "pick me up" for a sick friend (or yourself). Their paper napkin selection is amazing. And they have a lot of great soaps, scarves, wallets, and other stuff you do not need. Now about that customer service... it's hit or miss. Sometimes I walk in are they are super friendly. Other times, the woman behind the counter doesn't acknowledge me. What's the expression? Every one of us is carrying some burden? That said, I've never had anyone be outright rude to me.

I won't be coming back here. I had to quickly by a few gifts for a friends birthday yesterday. My…read morepartner was in a rush to do the same thing. We bought two things that were almost identica, so when I went back in to return it less than 24 hours later they would not refund me my money that they only offered store credit. I was just visiting this area for the week and am too far away to shop here again to just casually chop. So them refunding me was really the only way I'd really be receiving my money Back. At the time of purchase they did not say items could not be returned, and if they were returned they would only be given store credit. This is something most businesses do if they have this policy. They pointed to a small sign on the table. I told them in the future it might be nice to have a bigger sign that isn't so easily over looked or tell customers when they purchase something that any items they purchase can not be returned. they said they don't make exceptions on this rule that they are a small business. I'm tempted to dispute this with my credit card company but am going to cut my loses. I handed the gift card to someone I met on the street a couple blocks down in hopes they can get some use out of it, since I won't be.

As a stationery lover, this spot is such a DREAM!! It's like walking into your favorite online…read morestationery shop and seeing everything you've ever added to your cart or favorited, except it's all right there in front of you!! And honestly, seeing everything in person is SO much better. I stopped by to pick up a black Leuchtturm1917 journal and a beautiful Uni pen for my husband's first day at work, and it was so lovely being able to shop locally for things I'd normally have to order online. The selection is wonderful and thoughtfully curated, with a beautiful mix of Japanese stationery favorites and domestic brands alike. Everything feels intentional, and it's genuinely such a treat to browse. Such a gem for stationery enthusiasts! I'll absolutely be back (and probably leave with more than I intended LOL).

Nice store with a fun selection of household items and journaling supplies. I found several items…read morefor my journaling practice. I will definitely be going back.

Seriously the cutest card store ever! All are designed by the owner Jennifer Culllin who is such a…read moredoll. I stopped in today to pick up some Seattle-inspired New Years cards to send to friends in NYC and she had the best selection. The only thing - she didn't have a ton of the same card, but offered to make me more if I had the time. She does EVERYTHING. Wedding invitations, bridal shower, etc. Will definitely be back for more of her one-of-a-kind treasures.

Absolutely beautiful cards in the cutest little shop. The owner, Jennifer, is so sweet and hand…read moredraws and makes every card herself. I have bought many individual cards for birthdays, thank yous, baby showers, and she has made 3 custom stationary sets for me that I am in love with. Jennifer always went above and beyond to make sure that I was completely happy with the designs. It isn't just a card a shop, Jennifer makes invitations, gift boxes, place cards, bookmarks, paper straws, and one of a kind artwork. She is always making new designs and products. Anytime I am downtown it is always a must stop to see whats new. A true Gem in Seattle!

What an exceptional bookstore !…read more Stopped in to see what it was all about and just a phenomenal selection of Japanese books, magazines, manga, toys and dvd's. I wanted to get some reading material for my japanese mother, but I do not read or speak the language. One of the clerks was able to come along with me and help guide me to purchasing 3 magazines and a novel as some reading material for my mother. They are imported from Japan, so they can be pricey, but not as pricey as flying to Japan, or ordering online . All in all, an excellent experience and everyone was very bice and extremely helpful !

I have been a Kinokuniya Bookstore member for many years and recently renewed my membership while…read morepurchasing 10 books. At the time of purchase, I specifically asked about the return policy and was told that returning books would be "no problem" as long as they remained unopened in their original plastic wrapping. When I later returned to exchange or return three of the books 10 days later, I was told that I could not do so because I did not have my receipt. This requirement was never mentioned when I asked about returns. As a longtime member, my purchase is documented through my membership account, so it is disappointing that this record could not be used to verify the transaction. I find this level of customer service unacceptable. If a receipt is required for returns, customers should be clearly informed of that at the time of purchase, especially when they specifically ask about the return policy.

Lovelovelove this place (one that truly goes above and beyond)! The owner, Nancy, is fantastic and…read morewas able to put together a lovely collection of gifts for an employee over the phone, texting me photos, etc. I will definitely shop from here again and look forward to stopping by in person.

Some Wines To Choose from, Some Knick-Knacks, Some Soaps. Even a few Art type pieces. Charming…read morelittle store in Manette. Only open around the Weekend..... It's a Must-See type of store. Worth the Browsing time, Friendly owner & Staff. Great Small Town feel here.

I didn't think there was a top notch stationery store in Seattle, but I was wrong! Now, you may be…read morethinking of Paper Luxe, but you have to pay an arm and a leg at Paper Luxe for a card worth buying. At Portage Bay Goods, they only charge an arm. Kidding but also not kidding? Stationery is an expensive hobby, but the prices are a bit higher here compared to other big city independent stationery/gift stores I've seen in the last six months. I'm only talking $1-$1.5 difference, but when specialty cards usually start at $4-$5, that's a 20% price difference. Do with what you will. I still love to pick up some stationery everywhere I go, and Portage Bay Goods has a fantastic collection. The cards are fairly diverse in style and sense of humor, along with a nice array of cute and endearing cards. If you're looking for serious cards / letterpress / wedding-style paper, this is probably not the place for you (go check out Pike Street Letterpress!), but this is a great one-stop shop for all other stationery lovers.

What a nice surprise in Fremont, WA. I am a stationary fanatic and I found Portage Bay Goods to…read morehave very unique stationeries that I have not seen anywhere else. Overall I would say prices are reasonable, I'm leaving as a happy customer.

Love this bookstore in Poulsbo! Every time we are in town we stop in and never fail to find…read moresomething new and fun. Staff is friendly and helpful, keep your eye out for staff reviews/staff picks--they will not steer you wrong! Great selection packed into a smaller storefront, and a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle outside.

Love those indie bookstores are still out there, thank you !…read moreStaffed by people who actually read books and shelved with wonderful wide selection including from lots of local authors. Send your buddy to get chocolate covered ice creams at Boehm's Chocolates and go directly to the books.

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 :)

Such an adorable treasure trove right next to Crossroads! The store is filled with everything from…read moreSanrio stationery, blind boxes, and plushies to Japanese kitchenware and home decor. The far right of the store also features a tea wall offering a large variety of tea, including matcha tins and many specialty blends. Shiga's Imports is a wonderful place to browse, whether you're looking for something specific or a thoughtful gift.

Love this store! Lots of cute Asian products!…read more Upon entering they have really cute Asian and foodie themed cards, I got one for my mom. They have a decent size selection of tea that you can purchase by the bag and prices are fairly reasonable. I fell in love with their pen section! Omg the pens were so cute and they were doing a buy 4 get 1 free deal. The pens were about $3 each. They also had lots of plushies, stickers, keychains, and a lot of other nice things!