If you live in Seattle, otherwise known as the “Emerald City”, you know that it’s especially a busy city during the holidays. And just when you think that preparing for Christmas – the gifts, the decors, and other whatnot’s is a walk in the park, it is hardly the case. But it can be a piece of cake with some helpful tips on the best places to go to get what you need and even catch great deals.
Crate & Barrel
555 Bellevue Square NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 646-8900
http://www.crateandbarrel.com *Monday thru Friday 10 am – 9:30 pm *Saturday 10 am – 8 pm *Sunday 11 am – 6 pm
This store almost has it all when it comes to Christmas decors and even more. It’s got an array of eye candies like stockings ($19.95), trees ($9.95-69.95), tree skirts ($79.95), place mats/napkins ($3.95-$59.95), reindeers ($39.95-$59.95), mugs/ plates/platters ($2.95-$39.95), candles/candle holders ($4.95-$21.95). pillows ($26.95-$59.95), doormats ($39.95-$109.00), and treats like cocoas, Santa bags, marshmallows, cookies, beans, pistachios, among others ($3.95-$19.95).
Fireworks
210 1st Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104-2504
(206) 682-9697
http://fireworksgallery.net *Monday-Saturday 10 am – 5:30 pm *Sunday 11 am – 5:30 pm
This is another amazing place to go with five different stores within the Seattle Area (Pioneer Square Loft, Westlake Center, Bellevue Square, University Village, Sea-Tac Airport). Here, you can find a variety of ornaments and table decorations that usually ranges from $5.50 to $36.00. Fireworks is a place to go if you are looking for functioning decors that are fun to look at.
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 297-0240
http://www.mcphee.com *Monday thru Saturday 10 am – 7 pm *Sunday 11 am to 7 pm
If you’re thinking of trying something different with your Christmas decorations, Archie McPhee is the place to check out. It’s one of Seattle’s landmarks and premier tourist destination. They have a great holiday collection of the strangest and really funny goods that ranges from decors to fabrics to stockings to stocking stuffers. Prices are pretty cheap (yes, as low as $.05!) but keep in mind before you decide to go, McPhee’s all about going out of the ordinary and having fun.
Target
2800 SW Barton St
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 932-1153
http://www.target.com/ *Monday thru Friday 8 am – 10 pm *Saturday 8 am – 10 pm *Sunday 8 am – 9 pm
Focused on aesthetics and design, Target is a good place to shop for Christmas decorations. It’s got all you need for the right prices without looking cheap. They’ve got more than 4,000 stocks of different home decors for the holidays. A recommended would include Christmas trees ($19.99$179.99), Christmas garlands ($9.99), wreaths ($14.99-$44.99), Christmas Icons ($24.99), Rope Light Set ($19.99), mistletoe ball ($9.99), Tableware Holiday Collection ($13.99-$29.99). Other beautiful holiday ornaments are available.
Romanza
2206 NW Market Street
Seattle, WA
(206) 706-1764
http://www.romanzagifts.com
*Monday thru Saturday 10 am – 7 pm *Sunday 11 am – 5 pm
Its holiday displays provide a great deal of creativity and taste. This is more for the classy shopper who is willing to spend a good amount of money for fabulous aromatic Christmas decors. Usual price range is $12.00 – $79.00. What’s most enticing about this store apart from its collection is the warmth of its staff.
These are just some of the many stores to go to in Seattle for holiday decors. Shopping will always depend in ones taste and ones budget. The best thing to do is go with your guts, stay within your pockets’ means, and shop early. Don’t wait for the holiday rush or else you’ll find yourself settling for mediocre decors.
