From sweet treats to unique wares, handcrafted goods abound in a city known for its artisan, pioneering spirit. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Seattle creations and tell the stories behind the makers.
Charity Burggraaf
- Much-loved beauty brand Herbivore Botanicals offers all-natural, small-batch products like the Detox Dead Sea Bath Salts ($18) and luxurious Lapis Facial Oil ($72). herbivorebotanicals.com
- From its SoDo studio, SML produces modern housewares and furniture from wood, leather, concrete, and more; the oak Giving Vessel ($65) makes a perfect planter. designbysml.com
- Ballard Bee Company’s Wildflower Honey ($16) comes from a network of Seattle hives with the goal of increasing the city’s bee population—good for home gardeners and the planet. ballardbeecompany.com
- For six years, Seattle jeweler Joanna Morgan has been forging unique, sculptural baubles like her honeycomb-esque Serena pendant necklace ($315) and statement-making Bridget ring ($85). joannamorgandesigns.com
- Pioneer Square–based Intrigue Chocolate Co. makes artisanal truffles in flavors like rose petal and wasabi (12-piece seasonal assortment, $22). intriguechocolate.com
- Radley Raven tracks down elegant vintage fabrics for his collection of dapper bow ties, neckties, and pocket squares, like this striped vintage cotton bow tie ($88). radleyraven.com
- Founded in 1897 as an Alaskan outfitter during the Klondike Gold Rush, Filson has kept to its roots with made-in-Seattle products meant to withstand the elements, like this compact canvas-and-leather travel kit ($75). *filson.com
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