Note this review is for a Ugly Baby workshop in their studio space in Seattle, not the shop itself…read morewhich is located elsewhere. We attended a punch needle pet portrait class and it was fun. No one finished their work (class was 3 hours, but I think we really only stabbed for 2-2.5 due to yarn selection and general instruction time), but you could bring your project and tools home along with any yarn needed. Rosalie knows her stuff and was helpful on answering any questions folk had. Also, worth every penny! Highly recommend for any crafty folk, though no experience necessary when doing this.

I got told off for whistling.... For real. But seriously, this place is awesome. You should come…read morehere.

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.

Gorgeous little gem of a store with the most interesting paper goods, pens, cards, and letterpress…read moreart.

We buy cards of all kinds here: birthday, thank you, holidays. So many thoughtful stationary and…read morewriting instrument gifts for the word nerd in your life. (and don't sleep on the hand-marbled wrapping paper ... a personal fav)

This shop is so so cute! Abeit a bit small, they have a nice selection of cute items. I was super…read moreinto the kitchen stuff as well as some of the earrings! The cards were also unique but I didn't find any that really spoke to me compared to some other places. The dumpster fire earrings and the angry possum ones were so cute, I couldn't help but buy them! Your wallet might be in danger though, as items in here aren't cheap, but remember, you're paying a real artist and not some big manufacturering souless meh company who just mass produces a specific product. What really stood out to me here were all the employees! They were way too friendly and if I wasn't super introverted and scared of interaction, I probably would've loved it. Still, giving credit where it's due! Ill definitely be back next time I'm in the area!

If you've ever wanted your life to be slightly more adorable, Robot Vs. Sloth in downtown Seattle…read moreis your place. This little gift shop is packed with irresistibly cute designs by local artist Lauren Rudeck who created the spot as a place to showcase and sell her fun and twee animal art! You can get all sorts of goodies here that feature her original designs, from t-shirts to magnets, stickers, kitchen towels, enamel pins, toys, and all sorts of quirky goodies. Even better, proceeds from sales help support sloth rescue in Costa Rica! This is your chance to buy local and do some good. The gifts here are perfect for anyone on your list. I mean, who wouldn't want a cartoon of a robot fighting a sloth on their fridge or stuck to their laptop? I adore the greeting cards, which make unique notes of cheer for friends and family. Plus, it feels extra nice to support a small local artist while you're snagging a few smiles for yourself or friends. I always come to shop here whenever I'm in Seattle not just to soak up the cuteness, but to buy a few things and leave feeling like the world is a slightly funnier, fluffier place. Warning: you might also leave with more stuff than you intended, but it's totally worth it.

Came for their ribbon cutting last Friday but was just there the day before. Beautifully curated…read morestationary store providing you with materials to write, journal or create. I'm a sucker for pens and paper and love that a store like this exist in the age of digital and AI age. There is a range of prices, something for everyone. Stickers, pens, journal books for writing or drawing. Service is friendly and helpful. Located in the old Intrigue Chocolate space on Jackson.

The Outpost Stationary recently came to my attention via IG and I wanted this indie retailer to…read morealso have exposure on Yelp. It is located in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood within proximity to SoDo's sports facilities, accessible by streetcar from the CID on S Jackson, and walking distance from the waterfront. I managed to locate a parking spot about two blocks away on 1st Avenue. Upon arrival, it was well visited. Lots of folks looking at the variety of items showcased. There's also a large table where one can try out various pens and markers on different types of paper surfaces. Stickers, bookmarks, cards, notebooks, journals, writing gear and storage...great place to find something unique! The quality inventory is also reasonably priced. I extensively browsed the display shelves and ended up buying two small notebooks and a ferry boat sticker. Owner provided helpful information and had a pleasant demeanor upon entering and departing the shop. Great addition since indie art and stationary shops are hard to come by.

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 :)

We absolutely loved Ventures Marketplace! Upon walking in there was a large selection of handmade…read morejewelry, the amazing associate told us that every piece in the shop was handmade by women and immigrants. Additionally, the shop was a nonprofit organization with all of the funds going back to the artists and to help women and immigrants take business classes in Seattle. There were probably around 8-12 different artists with prices ranging from 20-100 dollars. Great business with a great mission!

This boutique is a non-profit whose mission is to support and empower low-income artisans into…read moreentrepreneurship. There is a little bit of everything here. It's a little jewel tucked away under the market action. There were so many interesting things, i had trouble choosing! I decided on a couple of silkscreened tea towels. I collect (and use) quirky tea towels, so it was a treat. This is a terrific place in the market for souvenirs because you get both truly local stuff and do some good while you are at it.

Super cute gift shop with lots of fun and trendy items! Perfect for last minute shopping if you…read morewant to support a local business. It's hard to make a decision because I love everything there!

In August, I was given a gift from the store that didn't suit me at all. It was a gold flower…read morenecklace that did not sit right on me. It fell forward and was not well valanced on the chain. We don't live in Seatttle, where the store is, so my husband sent back of the gift and was told that someone would help me with an exchange. I had no response to my Instagram messages or my emails. Now in December, finally someone is responding to us and they are unwilling to help shop remotely, siting the season as the reason. In fact, they're only willing to offer a gift card. They did, however, offer the "full price" on the gift card. I found that an interesting statement. As if that was a favor to me. So since we live far away, it's unlikely that I will remember to use the gift card. We only visit once every year or two. I hope I do have a chance to spend the gift card, worth over $300. But this is just a reminder that while it's nice to shop small businesses, in person, it's not necessarily great for the recipient of the gift. Especially if a change is needed. A better resolution would've been a refund to my husband. Especially for a long distance situation. While he was told that the sales person would be helpful, we have not found that to do so. One of my favorite sayings is that you're either winning or you're learning. I'd say this is definitely a learning experience. Shop wisely.