Local Gifts For Everyone On Your List

Seattle Southside Gift Guide

Having trouble coming up with gifts for everyone on your list? We’ve got some fantastic local options to help you get the gears turning for all of your giftees. Whether it be the holiday season or any other time of year, Seattle Southside has some great ideas for unique gifts that just might fit the bill.

Still feeling overwhelmed? Nearly all of the locations listed below also offer gift cards, so if you’re still not sure exactly what to get them, you can opt for the safe bet of letting them pick it out themselves.

Unique Gift Ideas from Seattle Southside

Gifts for Home

Gifts That Give Back

Gifts for Foodies

Gifts for Athletes

Gifts That Rejuvenate

Gifts of Experience

Gifts for Home

Home Décor & More from Zenith Holland Nursery

Not only does Zenith Holland Nursery have a wide selection of plants that make great gifts, such as poinsettias and orchids, but it also has an incredibly well-curated and surprisingly expansive gift shop. Stop by the shop in Des Moines to browse hundreds of charming home décor items, candles, skincare products, holiday decorations, jewelry and more. The elaborate seasonal displays make shopping there a festive experience, so you can enjoy taking your time to pick out a gift...or ten.

Gifts That Are Out Of This World

The gift shop in the The Museum of Flight has far more items than your typical museum. Browse the large selection of aviation treasures for toys, books, clothes, home goods, 3D and jigsaw puzzles and much more. Budding astronauts and seasoned flight enthusiasts alike will love the collectible plane models, beautiful aviation prints and books about air and space. The store is open during regular museum hours and admission is not required. You can also purchase products online. All store purchases support the educational mission of The Museum of Flight.

Unique Home Décor at Kasala Outlet

Kasala Outlet in Tukwila may be known for its stylish, discounted furniture, but it also has quite a bit of unique home décor, including smaller items such as candles, plant holders, picture frames, decorative dishes and even games and puzzles. The selection is distributed amongst the furniture, so be sure to walk throughout the entire store to make sure you don't miss anything.

Gifts for Hobbies

Go Retro at Waterland Arcade

You might not think of an arcade as a great place to get gifts, but if you have a gamer in your life, or someone who just loves 80s retro flair, think again! From goods designed by local artists to consignment action figures to custom clothing there is far more to this arcade than just games.

Knitting Supplies from All Points Yarn

Whether you knit or crochet and can make gifts for your loved ones, or you know someone who does, All Points Yarn has gifts and materials that will suit your needs. Here you can purchase the supplies for convenient on-the-fly projects for travelers, and quality basics for the new or experienced knitter/crocheter. Plus, you can save money on your purchases here with the free Seattle Southside Savings Pass!

Gifts that Give Back

Support Local Sea Life by Adopting an Animal

Want to feel the warm fuzzies of supporting a good cause while still getting a cute physical gift to give? Symbolically adopt an animal through the SeaLife Response, Rehab & Research Center (SR3) to help fund their important work rescuing animals in crisis and nursing them back to health. The organization also researches animal behavior to ensure their safety for generations to come. With your adoption, you'll get an adorable animal plushie, plus a certificate and a fact card about the species you're supporting. SR3 also has beautiful ocean-themed holiday cards available, if you haven't picked yours up yet.

Give a Charitable Gift in Someone's Honor

For some, the knowledge that you've made a charitable donation in their honor is the best gift you could give. You can support local children in need by participating in the Spirit of Giving drive. You don't even need to make a special trip to do so! Purchase off of the Amazon Wishlist to send goods or send a monetary donation via Venmo. They also accept in-person donations of new, unwrapped items at the Tukwila Community Center.

Gifts for Foodies

Gift Box from Seattle Chocolate

For a gift that's as delicious as it is attractive, you can't go wrong with the truffles and chocolate bars made at Seattle Chocolate factory.

"We are really about making beautiful gifts, I think that's our heritage in the chocolate market,” said Jean Thompson, owner and CEO of Seattle Chocolate.

With both Holiday and Seattle themed packaging, there's something for everyone. Seattle Chocolate’s flagship store also has mix and match truffles to make your own bag. You can even have a Willy Wonka moment and tour the factory.

Pastries from 85°C Bakery Café

The breads, and other baked goods make for a delicious, colorful gift. From cakes to matcha red bean rolls to a marble taro roll and everything in between, this Taiwanese bakery located in Westfield Southcenter Mall has it all. You can order a 10-piece box set, which makes a great host gift, too!

Local Gifts from Marina Mercantile

Marina Mercantile is a food lover's paradise. It's known for its café and delicious food (which you should absolutely try after browsing for gifts), but it also offers an assortment of artisanal supplies, specialty foods and imports and quirky home decor items. Pick up a small, travel-friendly item, or put together a gourmet gift basket for your hosts.

Sharps RoastHouse Signature Tastes

Know someone who loves to cook? Beloved local restaurant Sharps RoastHouse sells specialty items to recreate their dishes in your own kitchen. Stop by their restaurant to pick up dry packs of their signature Sourdough Pasta and Spice Packs.

A Bottle of Locally Made Wine or Mead

Delight friends or hosts with a bottle of local wine from Bacovino or handcrafted mead from Oppegaard Meadery. Both businesses have tasting rooms in Tukwila where you can sample beverages before choosing one to share. Create your own gift package by adding in snacks, glassware, glass charms or a bottle opener.

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Make a Gift Basket From Total Wine & More

America‘s Wine Superstore carries more than 8,000 varieties of wine, 3,000 spirits and 2,500 beers. But that's not all this store has in the way of gift-giving; it also has a wide selection of corkscrews, bottle openers and bar tools and glassware. You can put together a gift basket with a bottle of your recipient's favorite drink and a handful of bar accessories. The store also carries a collection of cigars from all over the world.

Gifts for Athletes

Enjoy the Great Outdoors with Gear from Outdoor Research

Seattle brand Outdoor Research has a fantastic outlet store in Des Moines that's stocked with discounted clothing made from high quality materials. Find the perfect winter jacket or cold weather accessory like the legendary Seattle Rain Hat.

Golf Gear at Foster Golf

Hit up the Pro Shop for golf gear and attire. Gift cards are also available which can be used for green and cart fees, merchandise, and lessons.

Seattle Seawolves Jersey or Gear

Represent Seattle Southside’s own rugby team, Seattle Seawolves, with an official jersey from the pro shop. Catch a Seawolves match at Starfire Sports and show your team pride with the ideal accessory. Upgrade with season tickets - but hurry, these sell out fast!

Get Deep with Eight Diving

Upgrade the gear for the diver in your life. From heated dry suits to a new mask and fins or branded merchandise you can find the perfect gift for an underwater lover. A large, cozy zip-up robe will keep them warm after a dive. There are even heated gloves for any cold weather adventurer. Sign them up for a dive tour of Redondo Beach.

Lessons at GOLFTEC

Give the gift of an improved golf swing with GOLFTEC's lessons in a variety of techniques. And if your golfer is ready to really up their game, you can give the gift of a professional club fitting to help them find the ideal clubs.

Gifts That Rejuvenate

Gift Card to the Spa at Cedarbrook Lodge

Know someone who could use a day of pampering? Select a spa package and give the gift of tranquility and relaxation. Purchase a jar of the made-on-site exfoliant scrub to increase the wow factor.

Gene Juarez Spa Treatment

With all the holiday hubbub, it can be hard to find time to get ready or style your hair. Give someone you care about the gift of a Gene Juarez Signature Blowout. They'll enjoy a luxurious shampoo, relaxing scalp massage and a professional blowout. Book them an appointment before a holiday party or event, so they can spend the whole day and night feeling like a star.

Gifts of Experience

Take in a Rainier Symphony Concert

Delight a music lover with tickets to a concert by Rainier Symphony, which performs at Foster Performing Arts Center in Tukwila. You can catch shows throughout the year, choosing from classics, holiday specials and even scores from hit movies like Jurassic Park and Star Wars.

Flight Package from iFLY Indoor Skydiving

Delight the thrill seeker in your life with a flight package at iFLY Seattle Indoor Skydiving, where you can get an adrenaline rush without having to jump out of a plane. Kids and adults alike will love this one-of-a-kind experience. Local TV show Evening Magazine featured it on a local gift guide, and host Jim Dever had this to say about the experience: "It's like taking a nap on top of a tornado!"

FAQs

Q: What do you get someone from Seattle?

A: Seattle Chocolate, a bag of freshly roasted coffee beans, a coffee mug, fresh or smoked King Salmon, Sockeye Salmon or Coho Salmon, tickets to a game (Seahawks, Mariners, Sounders, SeaWolves, Kraken), Beecher's Curds, Rainier Cherries, local honey, local jams (blueberry, marionberry), craft beer, Washington wine,

Q: What products is Seattle famous for?

A: Seattle is well known for: Fresh Roasted Coffee, King Salmon, all kinds of Seafood, Chocolate, Cheese, Craft Beer, and Washington Wines, and grunge music (Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, SoundGarden).

Q: What are the best gifts from Washington State?

A: A Seattle Space Needle Lego set would be pretty cool. How about chocolate covered cherries, a bag of freshly roasted coffee beans, or a filet of smoked salmon? Hand-blown glass art and Native American art is popular as well. Then there's always a fridge magnet with an awesome photo of Washington state's natural beauty.

Linger longer, buy local, and save when flying out of SEA airport this holiday season.

Evening Magazine featured a Seattle Southside Gift Guide. Watch the video below to get a closer look at some of our top gift recommendations.

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