On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus. The new restrictions come as Washington sees consistent increasing daily case counts--over 2,000 cases a day--and average cases in the state doubling over the past two … [Read more...] about November 15: four-week restrictions to stop rapid spread of COVID-19
Shopping New & Used
Best retailers for gifts, party supplies, holiday decor
Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of products for every occasion and gift recipient on your list. These shopping sources feature unique gifts for every special occasion, from Valentine's Day to Christmas and graduation to retirement. Many … [Read more...] about Best retailers for gifts, party supplies, holiday decor
JBF consignment sales of children’s & maternity
Just Between Friends (JBF) consignment sales are a savvy consumer's dream. No wonder, JBF are North America's leading children's and maternity consignment sales events. At a JBF event, you can buy or sell clothing, toys, baby equipment, strollers, high chairs, cribs, joggers, nursery gear, maternity wear, baby … [Read more...] about JBF consignment sales of children’s & maternity
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio: watch, shop, learn!
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio & Gallery (TGS ) is a family business and glass art gallery. Visitors can watch the glassblowing process to experience the thrill of hot glass and shop in the gallery for locally handmade, one-of-a kind glass artworks. TGS is one of the original glassblowing experiences in the … [Read more...] about Tacoma Glassblowing Studio: watch, shop, learn!
Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound
From north to south, these are the major outlet malls in the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of shopping and food options for a day of browsing and saving every day. All stores typically offer special sales on holiday weekends throughout the year, including Labor Day weekend, fourth of July, Memorial Day, and … [Read more...] about Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound
Best used clothing and consignment stores
Our list of the best second-hand clothing stores in Seattle and surrounding cities in the Puget Sound region. We’ve listed the best reasons to shop at each location, so you can find what you need—whether you want cheap clothes or designer goods at the best possible price. Some stores also sell online. Check their … [Read more...] about Best used clothing and consignment stores
Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
The following organizations are great places to buy used books in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. Some also hold book fairs or book sales throughout the year--look for these in the calendar list below. It's a great way to donate or trade books you no longer want to the local economy. If the host group … [Read more...] about Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Here’s a list of flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls in the Puget Sound region. This list does not include salvage and second-hand clothing stores. For these, you'll want to visit: Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials Best used clothing stores in Seattle and Puget … [Read more...] about Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Find a tool library in the Puget Sound region
Like a traditional library, a Tool Library is a sustainable community resource that lends tools for short term use. Sharing tools helps save you money by not buying ones you will only use a few times. It also gives you access to many more tools as well as a "Do-It-Yourself" community. Each library offers tools for … [Read more...] about Find a tool library in the Puget Sound region
Fresh local flowers pickup and delivery
Flowers are blooming now on farms throughout the Puget Sound region. From April to October, Pike Place Market hosts as many as 40 small flower farms each day who come from Snoqualmie Valley, Carnation, Fall City, Duval Woodinville, Monroe, Auburn and Kent. Some of these family farms have been growing flowers for 30 … [Read more...] about Fresh local flowers pickup and delivery
Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
The seed companies listed below are those most often recommended by gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. They offer seed varieties suitable to the cool, wet, marine climate in the Puget Sound region where the growing season is later and shorter than other areas of the country. All these seed companies can ship your … [Read more...] about Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
Nurseries & garden centers in the Puget Sound region
The following nurseries and garden centers offer supplies for fruit and vegetable gardening. Hardware stores and nurseries are considered essential services. Some are open for in-store shopping. Some offer online, phone, or email orders and curbside pickup. A few offer delivery on qualifying orders. Nurseries and … [Read more...] about Nurseries & garden centers in the Puget Sound region
Find the best deals with a free aggregator app
If you like to spend money on services and goods, then a deal aggregator can be a great tool. Instead of signing up on individual sites like Groupon, you can sign up with one deal aggregator and get all the discounts and deals delivered regularly to your email inbox. Here's what they do: Working with partners … [Read more...] about Find the best deals with a free aggregator app
Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials
At surplus stores and auctions, you can find new as well as used office supplies and equipment, plus military and army surplus gear, and many common and useful items. You can also find unusual or unexpected equipment and antiques. You just never know what to expect. Some surplus stores offer online catalogs or … [Read more...] about Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials
Get CASH for used books, music, movies, and games
Be sure to read the available list of items each book buyer will accept (which can include textbooks, audio books, games, movies, and other media). Some buyers require an International Standard Book Number (ISBN) for each book you intend to sell. And don't forget to check the list of items that they don't buy at all. … [Read more...] about Get CASH for used books, music, movies, and games
Best Seattle wedding gift registries and tips
If you are a Seattle are couple planning your nuptials, our wedding gift registry list features some uniquely Seattle choices, as well as some wedding gift ideas that are a bit outside the box. Of course, we include a list of popular wedding gift registry sites that many couples across the country consider when … [Read more...] about Best Seattle wedding gift registries and tips
Garage sale finder map and calendar
Seattle garage sale and yard sale “season” is generally May-September. However, at any time of year, people can hold moving sales, estate sales, and consignment sales. So check our calendar list of upcoming sales below. If treasure hunting is a favorite activity, you can check our calendar list or use the garage … [Read more...] about Garage sale finder map and calendar
Real men (and women) clip coupons and save
The Ultimate Guide to Coupons is written by three “cheap” veterans from across the country who know the ins and outs of clipping coupons that save you money. They’ve compiled their considerable knowledge in this easy-to-read book, available in print or for download. The print version is available through Amazon. Or, … [Read more...] about Real men (and women) clip coupons and save
Save money with Chinook Book discount coupons
Chinook Book Seattle & Puget Sound is a different kind of discount coupon book. Chinook strives to feature companies, products, entertainment, and events that practice environmental and socially responsible business practices. They treat their employees and suppliers well, minimize their environmental impact, and … [Read more...] about Save money with Chinook Book discount coupons
