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    Swoon City

    4.7 (81 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Mojdeh S.

    A cool, eclectic shop in the heart of Ballard showcasing the artistic works of local - many from the PNW - artists. I first learned about Monster when Henry (our own local graffiti artist) had a small showing of his works and newly released book of artwork back in April of 2018. Subsequent visits leant themselves to gift buying for visiting friends/family and small trips we have taken to see others, giving them small delights from our neck of the woods.

    K R.

    I took a sewing class here with my 11 year old. We both loved it. I really like the store and the space. Everyone was so friendly and patient while we learned. Such an awesome store.

    I brought my team to do an indigo dye workshop, and everyone had the BEST time! Rosalie and her husband were so gracious and accommodating from the start. The tables were all set with everything we needed, and our teacher Melissa did a great job of accommodating all skill levels having something fun for everyone to do. It was a much needed light-hearted, creative and relaxing activity for my team to spend some quality time together. I have thrown a good amount of team events, and this was definitely one of the most successful thanks to everyone at Monster! They took care of all set up and take down making the process SO easy. Highly recommend for your next team outing!

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    Michelle A.

    Fun, small, unique shop with quirky one of a kind gifts located in a vibrant corner of Old Ballard neighborhood. They have fun oddball T-shirts', humorously inappropriate magnets for the shower, candles with quippy belly laughing funnies emblazoned on them, stationary, crafts kits, and socks galore! They showcase local artisans so you can feel good about who you're supporting with your purchase. Fun to browse but you won't walk out empty handed!

    Carmen V.

    I just crossed the street to go to this store lured by the boho look of the facade. Historic building in the heart of Ballard. I like those buildings here with that much brick and stories of lived lives. The story inside the store is a monster one, not monstrosity, but the fluffy type. All kind of toys with the quirkiest monster look for those in your family or friends' circle that enjoy the contemplation of one-eyed characters. Small in the inside that what it looks from the outside, this little box is full of surprised. I was more interested in all those funky colorful socks hanging in one of the walls. But for cartooned monster gifts, this is your place!

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    Monster has been an awesome shop in Ballard for years -- and it's only gotten better with it's new owner!

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    Baleen is one of my favorite shops in Seattle to buy handmade jewelry! I've been here multiple…read moretimes and my jewelry is still going strong, even in the shower. The jewelry is sold at a very reasonable price. They also sell products from other brands, like Baggu and Chunks, to name a couple. The staff is also very friendly and you can try on most of the jewelry before committing.

    I had an awful experience and am pretty upset about it. Don't order online from them. They jam your…read moreentire order, no matter the value, into a single USPS package, which is only insured for up to $100, and with their brand plastered on the outside, making it a target for mail theft but impossible to be fully reimbursed for if/when the contents get stolen. After a number of emails back and forth, they were not able to send me the original mailing receipt which is required to file a claim with USPS, so it seems unlikely I'll get anything from the claim anyways. They even gave me a "tip" that I should look into getting a secure mailbox, as if that would prevent an empty box from being delivered in the first place. In the end, I spent $140 for a box with nothing more than tissue paper and promotional material. Oh, did I mention they generously offered to send me the products again if I pay 60% more than I already paid? Thanks, but definitely not going to throw more money in your direction only to lose it again. Update: Just to clarify, this is not a case of mailbox theft...I was physically delivered an empty box by the carrier. There is always risk involved with shipping, and as the shipper, it's your responsibility to ship in a way that reasonably reduces risk and puts shipping liability on the carrier. Since you put more than $100 of your product in a box that's only covered for up to $100, you put the risk on the customer. I can't possibly be refunded now. You also could have reduced risk within reason by not advertising on the outside of the box that there is jewelry inside.

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    Baleen - We carry lots of carefully curated goods in addition to our jewelry line.

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