Northwest Gold Coast

Jeanne Hedington can’t count the number of works she has completed because they are too numerous.  And after over four decades she is still busy producing more works of art and is winning awards on a regular basis.

When asked about her life’s work Jeanne quietly speaks of these accomplishments and then quickly moves on to share with enthusiasm the stories that lie behind the works that are displayed on the gallery’s walls and in photographs in her fascinating table top album.

There’s the little girl who although dressed like a cowboy is quite unaware that she has put her grandfather’s boots on the wrong feet.  Then there’s the ballet dancer whose nervousness is subtly portrayed through the tension in her shoulders and arms as she sits and waits her turn and there’s the teenage ball player who quietly defies the very attention he craves while posing for his three-in-one portrait.

While Jeanne’s work includes portraits of celebrities such as Cesar Romero, Della Reese, Sherry Lewis, Michael Landon, Vincent Price and many more, her portrayals of people who are less famous glow with just as much energy and life.

One facet of Jeanne’s work that is apparent is that Jeanne is not afraid of contrasts like light and shadow.  The shadows on the faces of the people in her portraits speak as loudly as the features that are illuminated with glowing light.  They add a depth and richness that is seldom seen in portrait work.

Perhaps this is because Jeanne knows firsthand the strength of the enduring human spirit.  From age 9 to 13, Jeanne spent much of her time in Children’s Orthopedic Hospital undergoing treatment for polio. At age 17 she lost her father to a swimming accident.  In the late 1950s, she lost her husband, professional baseball player, Bob Hedington, and was left with three young sons to raise on her own.  Then in 1975 her house burned and she lost all work contained in it.

When asked how she endured these losses, Jeanne tells the story of how she just kept going.  She tells how she got her big break in 1962 when she was hired as a portrait artist by Disney Corporation.  During the seven month fair held at Seattle Center she made 1,659 portraits.  She tells how she went on to work in another world’s fair in Spokane in 1974 and how she has participated in mall shows in Washington, Oregon and British Columbia.  She also comments on her work producing technical illustrations at Boeing, Seattle and her work as an art therapist in psychiatric hospitals.  She radiates when she speaks of how she used her skill as a portrait artist to pay her way as she has traveled through the United States, twelve European countries and Mexico.

Jeanne’s works (pastels, oils and sculptures) have been shown at Fry Art Museum in Seattle, Burien Gallery, Seahurst Gallery, Issaquah Gallery, Pacific Northwest Show in Bellevue, Edmonds Art Fair, Puyallup Fair, and Southwest Washington Fair.

In 1996, 1997 and 1999 Jeanne won three grand prize awards from Grumbacher, a nationally recognized art supply company.  In 1997 and 1998 she won First Prize at the Burien Gallery.  In 1999 she took first prize at Seahurst Gallery and in 2000 she won the Gallery Committee Choice Award at Seahurst Gallery.  She has also been a top seller at Seattle Center House and has been an art instructor for Highline Community College and in senior center and park department courses.

If you are interested in scheduling a portrait appointment you may phone Jeanne Hedington at 206.242.7065.

Tags: Artists and Art Supplies by admin
No Comments »

Simply Thai III Executive Chef Nitha Moore prepares her dishes with precision. Not with the typical precision that most cooks understand – precise measurements according to a written recipe. Rather, she selects the best possible ingredients and assembles them adding only one ingredient at a time in a precise order at a precise temperature to a precise spot in a large wok. Observing her work is similar to watching a fine florist produce an exquisite, artful arrangement.

Blessed by a heritage that can trace each recipe to the kitchens of the Royals of Laos, Nitha does not compromise a recipe by preparing sauces or mixtures in advance. Produce is bought fresh daily and each item is added as soon as washed and cut so that the flavors are authentic and the dish offers the best possible nutrition.

Especially wonderful is the Salmon Panang. This “melt in your mouth” dish starts with a paste of cumin (which gives the dish its warm color), cinnamon, yellow curry, coriander and sesame oil. The paste is mixed into coconut milk and used to complement red and green bell peppers, “just off the boat” salmon, lime leaves, and basil. As it is served onto a blue and white platter the dish is finished with a dollop of coconut cream that elegantly smoothes out this excellent main dish.

Nitha and husband/business associate Rick Moore state that the aim of their new 406 Broadway East Seattle location is to create a sense of contentment for each patron. They do this with an upscale, yet comfortable, environment that incorporates hardwood and bamboo décor; tropical plants; wine, blue, gold, and emerald fabrics and parasol accents. They do this with their beautifully prepared meals that are affordable, nutritious and delicious.

Simply Thai has three locations, 406 Broadway East, Seattle; 375 Strander Boulevard, Tukwila; and 1001 Andover Park East, Tukwila. They also cater special events or meetings. For more information, call them at 206-322-7600.
To learn more about this business when it first got started, click here.

Tags: Dining by admin
No Comments »

SeaTac-based illustrator, political cartoonist and caricaturist, Valerie Gower, describes the production of each piece of art as being “like writing a script for a short film — the plot, the characters, the background and the storyboard all require careful development.” Gower’s interest in drawing began at age five. Her interest in politics also began at a very early age. Breakfast time was family time and it was a time of intellectual stimulation. At breakfast, Gower’s father, a shipping company manager with a photographic memory, would read the morning newspaper with his two children and then would quiz them regarding current events. This early connection between art, intellectual pursuit and politics, has allowed Gower to be very observant. As a result her artwork incorporates careful attention to detail. In junior high a teacher provided Gower with instruction in oil painting and encouraged her to enter her first art contest. Also at about this time, Gower realized that she liked illustration, especially Norman Rockwell’s work, more than fine art. Although illustration often must be produced under tight time constraints, Gower likes that it always has a clear purpose in addition to creating a feeling. Upon graduating from high school, Gower followed family tradition and went to Oregon State University where her father wanted her to study the sciences. Her art continued there as she created 44 portraits for her sorority sisters. Strongly drawn to the arts, she transferred after one year to University of California Santa Barbara to major in fine art. Here her professors described her as “extraordinarily talented”. Subsequently, work, marriage, and parenting caused Gower to lay aside her art for seven years. Then Gower began a career in illustration. Her first illustration work involved drawing two pillows for Fred Meyer’s. This work was followed by numerous illustrations for Meier & Frank, Bergman’s, Pay & Save, Nordstrom’s, the Bon, and many other department stores in the Portland and Seattle area. Gower’s first cartoon work was for The Beacon, a weekly newspaper in Ocean Shores, Washington. Through this work, Gower discovered that she wanted to learn more about cartooning. While in the Los Angeles area, Gower studied under Disney animators at California Arts. Next she studied computer animation in Bellevue, Washington. In 1992 Bev Cheney (the Seattle based talent manager and agent who “discovered” Brendon Frazier and James Caviezel) saw Gower’s cartoons and referred her to Los Angeles based talent manager, Barbara Wilmott. Wilmott then connected Gower to the Seattle Times where her political cartoons have been published. Today Gower continues to divide her time between illustration, political cartooning and caricature and portrait work. She regularly produces fashion illustrations for forty-year old Bensons, Fashions, Inc. (woman in purple dress above) in Des Moines and she does episodic illustrations for many other area businesses such as a caricature based logo she has just produced for Holcomb Computer Consulting. She also has multiple political cartoons in development each week and yet makes time for caricature and portrait work at private parties for Seattle area employers such as IKEA, Microsoft and Virginia Mason and at local events such as SeaFair and the Strawberry Festival. Having already created over 1,000 portraits and caricatures and many illustrations and cartoons, Gower’s passion for creating art drives her on to continue to hone her craft and to seek new opportunities for making even more. For more information, please call Gower at 206-550-1778.

Tags: Artists and Art Supplies by admin
No Comments »

Local artist, Ruth Carpenter, is an artist for all seasons.  Twelve years ago she retired from the business world and returned to her first love—“art”.  She originally recognized this love at age six when she created an abstract “Nail on Shiny Paint” on her teacher’s new car.  Her recent work has been on more conventional surfaces and has been much more appreciated.

Experiences in the years between prepared her well to become a prolific artist who creates a wide variety of work in multiple media.  During those years she worked as a bookkeeper, construction accountant for a subsidiary of Morrison-Knutsen, a recreational vehicle sales person, and a real estate agent.  During 15 years of marriage she traveled to Australia, Israel, Paris, Yugoslavia, Morocco, and Greece and she became a proficient photographer.  Her experience as a photographer helps her really “see” the essence of what is before her in any setting.  As Carpenter states,  “A lot about art is just seeing what you are looking at.”    In addition her bohemian one-year sojourn in San Diego allowed her to explore her work in a fresh and relaxed setting.

Carpenter has further developed her art skills through many workshops and some courses at North Idaho College and a course in Sumi work at Highline Community College.  She also reads avidly to keep up with current trends and continues to attend workshops and art classes on a regular basis.  Just recently she began to teach art.

While Carpenter enjoys experimenting in many mediums, her most well known works such as “Lady Dancing in the Snow” and the abstract “African Queen” are produced in watercolors or acrylics.  She was commissioned to produce a special work, which included a painting of a doorway to an estate in San Diego where she had a show.  She also made Christmas cards for a customer upon special request based on her “Lady Dancing in the Snow” painting.

Carpenter’s favorite subjects are people, boats, and water.  She loves to do abstracts as well, but these don’t sell as well as more photographic styles.

Recently Carpenter secured the equipment to start working in digital photography.  She is especially intrigued with the process of converting photos to impressionistic graphic work.

Most of Carpenter’s work is produced in her studio located in Burien overlooking Three Tree Point and the Puget Sound.  Her well-equipped studio allows her to create, mat, and frame or shrink-wrap her work herself.  This helps reduce costs and ultimately results in a more affordable product for her customers.

Carpenter is also very active in local art associations such as Burien Art Gallery, Seahurst Art Gallery, and Burien Art Commission.  She is presently Vice President of Artists United a consortium of over 70 artists, some of who are octogenarians who helped found the organization 50 years ago.  Carpenter is actively involved in planning this year’s Art Walk in Burien, which will be held the last weekend of September.  Last year this event featured nine outdoor public works of art and involved 36 businesses in Burien, each of which featured the work of a different artist and showed the artist in action.

Carpenter also supports area non-profits through donations.  She has donated to auctions at St. Anthony and St. Francis of Assisi schools and the Burien Rotary Club.

In the past Carpenter found the Leavenworth, Issaquah, and Renton River Days shows to be her best sales venues, but more recently she has found shows closer to home to be well worth the effort.  She currently has a show in Cle Elum and will be showing at the Artist United at the Cove Spring Art Show on Sunday April 21, 2002 from 10am-4pm at 1500 SW Shorebrook Drive in Normandy Park WA.  This show will feature the work of some 20 artists.  (While this event is free to the public the Daily Perk Bakery and Café will be offering refreshments for purchase.) For more details regarding the April 21st event you may call 206-242-3778.  Carpenter will also be showing her work at the Burien Family Days event at Kennedy High School on May 18 and 19.

If you have questions regarding Carpenter’s work or the Burien Art Walk scheduled for the last weekend in September please e-mail her at carpp@worldnet.att.net or phone 206-901-1519.

Tags: Artists and Art Supplies by admin
No Comments »

Local painter, Nancy Bogni, loves to paint from life.  As a result, much of her work involves people — people looking, eating, dining, walking, resting, playing and making music.

Nancy paints with watercolor, oil, pastel and gouache.  While much of her work has a softness and warmth that reminds one of Renoir’s work, some of her work is positively photographic in nature.  One example of this is the painting to the right which portrays Master Artist, Bill Cumming, in conversation with a young artist.

When asked about the origins of her interest in art, Bogni states, “I think I was born loving it.  In summers my grandmother would tell me to go play outside when I would prefer to be inside drawing.” Married just out of high school, Bogni put her passion aside when four children came in quick succession.  She spent 25 years raising her children - fifteen of these with her husband and ten as a single parent.  She also developed a career with Boeing as a draftsman and graphic artist. Bogni has studied under several artists including Sergei Bongart, Mark Daly (Scottsdale Art School scholarship), Tedd Goershner and local artists — William F. Reese, Deanne Lemley and Jerry Stitt.

In 1988 Bogni retired from Boeing and began painting and teaching full time.   As if making up for lost time, Bogni has been very prolific as she has produced hundreds of works of art in just 15 years.

Bogni’s award winning art has been exhibited at Northwest Watercolor Society, Edmonds Art Show, Puyallup Fair Art Show, Women Painters of Washington (including their Millennium Images show in 2000), Frye Art Museum (Puget Sound Area Exhibition, Celebrating Women in the Arts and NWWS 60th Anniversary Retrospective) and Puget Sound Country sponsored by West Coast Paper Company. Currently Bogni’s work is on exhibit at The Mercer Island Gallery at 8236 SE 24th St until August 22nd and is available for view and purchase at the Art Stall Gallery at Pike Place Market.

Bogni teaches small groups at her studio which is located with two other local women painters (Maryanne Perkins and Maxine Lawrence) behind the Federal Center South on East Marginal Way.  Bogni also teaches painting courses at the Highline Senior Center.

Says Bogni, “Creating art is like an addiction, the more you do the more you want, I love it all and am always, always searching for the artist within.” For more information you may phone Bogni at 206-878-5576.

Tags: Artists and Art Supplies by admin
No Comments »

Is there room to fit in another chain Mexican Restaurant around here?  We’ve already got Taco Bell, Taco Time, Azteca, Taco del Mar, Torero’s Mexican Restaurant, just to name a few.  And if so, what could it possibly offer that all of these can’t?

Qdoba Mexican Grill has recently opened up next to Acme Bowling at 100 Andover Park West in Tukwila.  And the good news is that there is room for this latest addition to Seattle/Mexican venue because it offers “fast food style” Mexican fare with unique fresh flavors unlike any of the others.

The menu is loaded with descriptions including the word “fresh” and that is the best way to describe everything there.  Qdoba makes its own homemade tortilla chips, salsa, guacamole, 3-cheese queso, Ranchera sauce, poblano pesto, fajita ranchera, chicken mole and much more.  These fresh ingredients make even this simple plate of nachos taste delicious (top photo).

The grilled quesadillas come with sides of fresh guacamole, sour cream and choice of salsa.  This Flat Iron Steak Quesadilla has wonderful flavors and by choosing your own salsa, it can be as mild or spicy as you’d like.  Just looking at their Taco salad, you won’t be able to appreciate how good it tastes. What you usually get from a Taco salad–lettuce, meat, cheese and sour cream; that’s all there. There’s also fresh lime, black bean corn salsa, picante ranch dressing and more.

All burritos start with cilantro lime rice and your choice of black or pinto beans (no beans on Fajita Burritos), and are topped off with your choice of salsa and cheese or sour cream.   Their huge Chicken Mole Burrito has marinated grilled chicken topped with a rich and slightly spicy Mole sauce and is a meal just by itself.

Five to seven dollars will get you any meal/menu item and all entrees are prepared in front of the customer and topped with personally selected ingredients.  The first Qdoba Mexican Grill restaurant was opened in 1995 by Anthony Miller and his partner Robert Hauser in Denver. There are now over 300 Qdoba Mexican Grills located in more than 40 states from coast to coast.  You can learn more about Qdoba from their website, http://www.qdoba.com/. If you’re looking for fresh, healthy Mexican food that is also quickly prepared, Qdoba will fulfill your search with fresh vegetables, marinated meats and a terrific blend of spices.

Tags: Dining by admin
No Comments »

Located  at 902 SW 152nd St in the heart of Historic Olde Burien, Miss Kitty’s formerly known as Stardust Memories, offers Christmas ornaments and decorations, collectible bears and gift items.

Miss Kitty, a rather contemplative little black cat with big pale yellow eyes, is the inspiration for this all year Christmas shop.

Prices vary from as low as $3 up to $350 for special collectibles.

Those of you who miss The Gazebo, which was formerly located on the northwest corner of SW 152nd Street and Ambaum, will be happy to know that Jean Kim, The Gazebo’s former owner/operator, is now the hospitable proprietor of Miss Kitty’s.

Visit this cozy and inviting shop and you will find affordable treasures and gifts.

In addition, Jean is accepting special items for consignment. She will also list things on eBay for folks who would like this support.

Hours:

Tuesday thru Saturday - shortly after 10am until a little before 5 pm

Sunday and Monday - evenings by chance or by appointment.

Phone: 206-439-6486

E-mail: Kittyskristmas@aol.com

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

3D Art in Precious Metals

Beautiful, “one-of-a-kind” jewelry items have been the specialty of the house at Federal Way Custom Jewelers for over 49 years. The store opened in 1955, and today remains among the oldest continuously operating jewelry stores in South King County.

Rene Criss, owner and custom jewelry designer, and his wife and business partner, Lorraine Meckley-Criss, (pictured here on their special day) delight in seeing a piece of jewelry go from concept to precious reality.

Some customers come to the store with a diagram, photo or description of a desired piece. Others come to the store with a rare stone that they want set into an exquisite work of art. Many come back again and again to develop new pieces to celebrate special events.

In addition to gorgeous custom work, the store also provides quality special occasion jewelry made by well-known manufacturers such as TrewTungsten wedding bands, Benchmark fine wedding rings and Bellarri International Blue Topaz, Mosaic, Multi-stone Ring and Smokey Quartz Collections.

To meet the jeweler or gain more information, visit the store, which is located in Federal Way across the street from SeaTac Mall at 1810 S. 320th Street Suite B, see their website at http://www.federalwaycustomjewelers.com, or email rene@fwcj.com.

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

Birdhousesonly.com offers a wide variety of houses sure to appeal to the creatures in your backyard habitat. You can choose from your basic Blue Bird bird house, Bat House, or small bird (Chickadee, Nuthatch, Titmouse, Tree Swallow or Wren) bird house. If you’d like to attract a more unusual creature, you could try the Ladybug House, Butterfly House or Squirrel House, just to name a few.

Birdhouseonly.com also carries some really unique bird houses, some pictured here, that appeal to the creative creature in all of us. The Purple Martin Bird House Kits create “Hotels” that can be put on poles and seen from the second floor of your home.

If you are looking for a bird house kit, or a bird house kit project for a kid, they have a large selection of wooden bird house kits ranging from chickadee bird houses to barn owl nesting box designs to bluebird houses and even ways to build bat houses will please most everyone.

The possibilities are endless. Go to http://www.birdhousesonly.com to see more!

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

PAPER TRACKER is the perfect solution for displaying/organizing small items you want to view often in the home, business, RV, or just about anywhere! The ingenious design holds items within layered plastic tabs - no tape, pins or clips to damage items. Easily insert, withdraw and reorganize items with one hand.

People often need to view messages, refer to notes or lists or schedules, display pictures of loved ones, or view multiple documents simultaneously. Dick Bennett, the original PAPER-TRACKER developer, got tired of seeing all the clutter attached to his computer monitor, and the “sticky notes” that fell to his desk. Scotch tape, Post-it-Notesｮ and clips held family photos, coupons, business cards and notes on his computer monitor. An invention was born to hold all these items without clips, or tape or adhesive, and allowed him to make changes to any document by withdrawing and re-inserting the item back into the display devise. As a nice by-product, Dick found he could display many more items in the same limited space than before.

PAPER-TRACKER holds various types of small documents one wants to view over a period of time - notes, instructions, lists, codes, telephone numbers, notices, pictures, sports schedules, coupons, reminders and recipes. This is a great picture holder and allows for easy replacement with the newest picture of those growing kids!

Various product versions and accessories allows PAPER-TRACKER to be used virtually anywhere - on a computer monitor or keyboard, on a refrigerator, a microwave or other metal equipment, on a cabinet, a shelf, on a car dash or window or console, or on a desktop, kitchen/bath counter or on a desk or wall telephone.

PAPER-TRACKER is also a great promotional product to use for your business.

For more pictures and information about the many styles that you can get PAPER-TRACKER products, or to order on line, go to their site at http://www.papertracker.net/.

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

Birdfeedersonly.com offers a wide variety of bird feeders sure to appeal to the creatures in your backyard habitat. You can choose from your basic Bird Feeder Tube, Platform Feeder, or Window Bird Feeder. If you’d like to attract a more unusual bird or creature, you could try the Woodpecker Feeder, Butterfly Feeder, or Squirrel Feeder, just to name a few.

Birdfeedersonly.com also carries very decorative bird feeders, some pictured here, that appeal to the creative creature in all of us. A pole mount bird feeder will keep your birds up off the ground in a treeless yard. Birdfeedersonly.com also offers inexpensive wooden birdfeeders and balcony birdfeeders.

Birdfeedersonly.com can also help fill your feeders. They are proud to sell Sun Country Farms Bird Seed as their exclusive bird seed product. Want to make suet for your feeder but not sure how? You can get that information from their page of Suet Recipes.

The possibilities are endless. Go to http://www.birdfeedersonly.com/ to see more!

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

www.hummingbirdsonly.com contains valuable information about these fascinating birds, many different items that are used to attract hummingbirds and gift ideas for the hummingbird lover. They are dedicated to educating people about these fabulous birds and providing all the tools necessary to attract hummingbirds through the use of gardens, plants and feeders. You can find hummingbird feeders of all shapes, colors and sizes including their favorite hummingbird feeder w/suction cup, hand blown bottle hummingbird feeders, Perky Pet humming bird nectar and hummingbird feeders from many different designers. They also have unique hummingbird wind chimes, garden items, collectable outdoor clocks and thermometers, and even unique thank you gifts like hummingbird night lights.

Hummingbirds Only not only carries many products for and about hummingbirds. They also provide valuable educational opportunities to those who want to learn more about hummingbirds especially how to attract hummingbirds. Every once in awhile someone is able to photograph the early stages of a Hummingbird’s life. In 2005 a pair of young Allen’s Hummingbirds were captured from Mom laying the egg until departure, 24 days total. Hummingbirds Only shows you these unique and amazing photographs that are great to share with others.

To see and learn more, go to http://www.hummingbirdsonly.com.

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

You can find the world famous Pike Place Fish Market in Seattle’s Pike Place Market, an historic, open air market located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. People come from all over the world to see our world famous crew of fish mongers throwing fish and having fun with customers. They also come to buy some of the best seafood available anywhere in the world and have it shipped home. You too can buy some of this great seafood from their online seafood store without setting a foot outside your front door! Pike Place Fish Market can also tell you about their well known business motivation philosophy.

Phone: (206) 682-7181 (800) 542-7732

Visit our website at www.pikeplacefish.com

e-mail us at pikeplacefish@pikeplacefish.com

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

Puppy Stairs pet stairs and ramps help dogs, cats, kittens and other pets get on and off sofas and beds safely.

This dog-friendly business was started by Krystal Hanson after her Yorkshire terrier, Raphael, had to have surgery. During his recovery, it was important that he not run, jump or climb. Since his favorite napping spots were “up”, Krystal needed to find a way for him to get there safely.

Krystal learned about wood steps and ramps for pets, but they were hard on people toes and shins and their rigid construction can cause too much impact on the animals hip joints and spine. Krystal figured that fabric covered foam cushions would do the job–and she was right.

Two years later, Puppy Stairs is a highly successful business. The original product has been refined somewhat, and Krystal and her business partner, Jeanne Wolfington, have developed a large variety of products to meet the needs of small breeds and pets with osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia and other mobility problems. Their products are also a great help to handicapped people who can’t assist their animals.

Puppy Stairs products have been featured on Martha Stewart and Christopher Lowell television programs and are recommended by veterinarians around the country.

Today Krystal and Jeanne continue to build their business, Puppy Stairs. Their purpose is to help animals live a better quality of life. To learn more about their business and products, please visit http://www.puppystairs.com/.

Tags: Shopping by admin
No Comments »

Top 10 Reasons to Park with Us:

1. Best SeaTac parking value of any of the SeaTac parking lots!
2. Park 25 paid days, get 5 days FREE with PremierParkClub™.
3. Open 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year and an easy online reservation option.
4. Within one mile of SeaTac airport and the closest off airport parking to Interstate-5 and quick access to downtown Seattle and Seattle airport parking.
5. Continuous shuttle service to/from Seattle Tacoma International Airport and parking.
6. We’re the only GPS equipped shuttle buses in SeaTac, guaranteeing prompt pick-up
7. State of the art security throughout our SeaTac Airport Parking lot.
8. Our courteous drivers and helpful staff provide convenient car side pickup, curbside drop off and luggage assistance.
9. Express checkout with all major credit cards.
10. Like a 4 star hotel, we pay attention to the details.

Click buggy for $10.95/day special
Visit our website at http://www.seatacpark.com/
e-mail us at info@seatacpark.com

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Plants and flowers have the extraordinary ability to calm, cheer and welcome. A truly beautiful container starts with experience and knowledge, and finishes with the perfect arrangement of structure, movement and color.
Seasonal Color Pots chooses a blend of plants and flowers as well as artistically appropriate containers that reflect your taste and thrive in your location. Whether your container is an investment in your home or your office, having it designed by a professional ensures that the outcome will be nothing less than stunning.
You can see a wide variety of her work on her website and especially her Portfolio of beautiful pots and landscaping.

Toni Cross, owner of Seasonal Color Pots, is a longtime Washington resident. She understands and loves our unique climate and the challenges they bring to the design process. With her years of experience and extensive knowledge of what grows well in the Pacific Northwest, Toni uses interesting combinations of foliage plants, flowers and woody plants to create beautiful containers.

Seasonal Color Pots can be designed for inside the home or place of business as well as outside. If you don’t want to do the maintenance for your plants, The staff at Seasonal Color Pots can maintain your pots according to a schedule and budget that is defined before installation.

To learn more, go to their website at www.seasonalcolorpots.com/index.html or call them at 206-781-1060.

Tags: Services, Shopping by admin
No Comments »

Rodda and Sons Landscapes, Inc. is a second generation, family-owned, full service landscape design and build business serving the Seattle, King County area since 1937.
Located just south of Seattle in the SeaTac/Burien area, Rodda and Sons award winning firm specializes in the design and installation of residential and small commercial landscapes in Seattle, Bellevue, and south King County. Their foremen and design staff have a combined total of 130 years of landscape experience. Their designers enjoy working with customers to create retaining walls, outdoor living spaces, lawns and gardens that reflect clients lifestyles, from formal to informal and low maintenance to active gardening.

Rodda and Sons Landscapes was started in Burien, WA by Stewart Rodda in 1937. Barry Rodda, the current owner, and his brother, Foster, grew up working with their father in the family landscape business. When Stewart retired in 1973, they continued Rodda and Sons as a partnership. In 1976, Foster and his family moved to the Ocean Shores area and continue to landscape there, leaving Barry and his wife, Jan, to carry on the family business in Seattle and the surrounding communities of Burien, Tukwila, Des Moines, Bellevue, West Seattle, Federal Way, SeaTac and Kent.

For more information about Rodda and Sons Landscapes, Inc., go to their website at http://www.roddaandsons.com, or call them at (206) 242-6063.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Buying or selling a home can be quite an emotional and difficult decision. When you buy a house you are buying into a lifestyle, a neighborhood, a place where friendships will grow, memories will be made and your family life will be played out. The skillful family of real estate agents at Nations Realty have the local knowledge and expertise to help you achieve your goal in buying or selling property. You can trust them to know the right questions to ask a seller when buying a home. At Nations Realty, they listen to what is important to you and direct their efforts to meeting each of your goals.
When selling your home, there are no guarantees that a buyer will simply walk through the front door. In many cases you may have to bring your home to the buyer. Effective marketing will help ensure that your property receives maximum exposure to attract a ready, willing and able buyer.
Buying your new home is a serious venture. It can be an absolute pleasure or a massive headache. Your house is not just your home, it is a serious investment in the dwelling, the area and your future.
Nations Realty, LLC, provides a personal touch to every transaction in which they are involved. Regardless of the amount of the transaction, they treat everyone with equally high esteem. Learn more about them from their website at http://www.nationsrealtyllc.com/ or call 253-945-0808.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Whether you are planning a Washington State vacation, Seattle day trip or you’re a local ready to enjoy a few hours as a Seattle tourist, this city guide will help you find those attractions that will delight and entertain.

There is so much to do: historic tours of the Pacific Northwest, zoos, aquariums, wildlife parks, museums, sports tours, cruises, ferries, trains, planes, beaches, cultural events, kids activities, shopping, outdoor recreation, restaurants, nightlife, sensational places to stay and captivating streets to walk. Come visit - this region is amazing, unforgettable and fun.

Seattle Attractions is the right place to find travel deals on cruises, discount air fares and special offers for Pacific Northwest museums, zoos, aquariums, sports tours, trains and other fun things to do in Seattle. Even the last minute vacation planner will find discounts to many Seattle attractions.
For more information about Seattle Attractions go to their website at http://www.seattleattractions.com/.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

If you’re looking for expert Seattle Subaru repair, friendly personal service, and substantial savings compared to high dealership prices, then Smart Service is the place for you.

They feel that they are the most qualified independent Subaru specialist in the Northwest. They have 4 ASE Certified Master Technicians that combine for over 68 years of prior Subaru dealership experience and training. They also take pride in being the only AAA APPROVED Subaru Independent in the State of Washington.

>They specialize in Subaru vehicles because they really believe in the product. Together, staff and families own 16 Subaru’s including their owner, Mike Corbin’s, 1992 Legacy with over 338,000 miles on the odometer. Mike is pictured here with his “best friends”.

At Smart Service, they follow manufacturer recommendations for repairs and service and will make sure the job gets done right the first time. They have an honest, friendly approach, personal service, and 12 month-12,000 mile warranty on parts and labor.

Smart Service is not a big factory-owned enterprise. With their small size and friendly staff, you can to get to know the technician that actually worked on your car. This allows us to really meet your needs on an individual basis. They have found that this is a key ingredient in understanding exactly what each person’s individual priorities are for their car. To make things easier for you, you can make an appointment online.

Find out more about Smart Service by calling, stopping by or going to their website at http://www.smart-service.com/

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

We provide photography for weddings, senior photos, family and child portraits, original art, and commercial purposes. Most of the photography in this directory was created by Photography by Steven.

We are a full service studio and are also available for onsite photography.
Contact us to tell us your specific needs.

Phone: 206-433-0988

Visit our website at http://www.photographybysteven.com/.
E-mail us at info@photographybysteven.com.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Judy Doerflinger provides auto, home, boat, flood, specialty home, manufactured home, mobile home, renters, life, and business insurance through Farmers Insurance Group.
Riders available:

• Collectibles
• Fine art
• Firearms
• Furs
• Jewelry

With an office located in Renton, Farmers Insurance Agent Judy Doerflinger can provide insurance to the greater Seattle communities including West Seattle, Burien, Kent, Bellevue, SeaTac, Federal Way, and Issaquah.

Life changes and so do your needs. When you’re with Judy Doerflinger, Farmers Insurance Agent, you receive the assistance of an insurance professional committed to fair and ethical standards.

Call me at 800-755-6427 for all your insurance needs or

Email me at insuredoer@msn.com.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

soundtraining.net is the Seattle-based firm that provides training for people who design, build, and operate data networks using Cisco, Linux, and Microsoft products. Courses include training in Cisco, Linux, Networking Fundamentals, Network Security, Microsoft Windows and Project Management. Instruction is delivered by vendor-certified professionals.

soundtraining.net specializes in seminars and workshops designed to deliver necessary important skills and knowledge with minimal time away from the office. Their unique 2-day format allows the busy IT professionals to get up to speed quickly, thus maximizing their time out of the office.

soundtraining.net’s name is its philosophy: sound training practices based on sound business principles. It is also their address on the World Wide Web, and their geographical location (they are based in the Puget Sound area).

All of soundtraining.net’s outstanding training programs are available for presentation at your location (or the location of your choice) and at your convenience. On site training can make financial sense for groups of three or more.

To learn more about what they offer, go to http://www.soundtraining.net/ or call them at 206.988.5858.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Greg King is the owner and an independent real estate agent with Friday Harbor Realty in the San Juan Islands. Greg King’s family has been involved in community life on San Juan Island for over six generations. His historical roots and present day qualifications have uniquely positioned him to provide service to both the community and his clients. Greg literally has learned about San Juan Island project development from the ground up.

There are a number of ways to invest in the islands, and one is to consider commercial property there. There are a number of existing businesses that are offered for purchase, as well as land to develop either now or in the future. Greg can help you find the idea Friday Harbor investment property to suit your interests.
All of Gregs listings are represented on the regional NWMLS, the local SJIMLS, and with the CBA (Commercial Brokers Association). In addition, he works aggressively to market directly to the public through a variety of media.
You can reach Greg at Friday Harbor Realty at (800)-258-3112, (360) 378-2151, email at greg@gregkingsanjuan.com or view his website at http://www.gregkingsanjuan.com/.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

The Soggy Doggy is a full service dog care facility (yes, cats are welcome to come get bathed too). You can give your pet it’s bath (or have them do it), get them treats or pick up a new toy or leash. Their bathing tubs are graduated in height from 33 inches tall to 42 inches


No more finding dog hair in your bathroom a week after you’ve washed the dog. They provide the professional shampoos, conditioners, blow dryers and colognes. And they clean up the mess!
Dogs love their homemade, all natural doggy biscuits. With a full line of treats for your dog to enjoy and their large selection, your family pet can try something new every time he comes in.

Their biscuits are homemade and preservative free. Every month they have a special biscuit of the month - as well as those offered daily (Garlic and Cheese, Barbeque, Chicken, Mint, Peanut Butter, Wheat Free, Honey Pawretzels, Almond & Sesame Biscotti, and Mutt Muffins). They also make special order doggy cakes for any occasion such as birthdays, holidays, or even weddings!

Find out more about this unique business by going to their website at http://www.thesoggydoggy.com/.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Dr. Norm Culver, lecturer, author and consultant, practiced dentistry for 37 years, before completing his own successful dental transition from full time dental practice into retirement. His transition allowed him the free time and money to take extended vacations as well as live half-time at an island home. His transition was so successful that he is using his knowledge to help other dentists do the same.

If you’re thinking about phasing out or retiring, Norm Culver, DDS, has a proven method for accomplishing this transition successfully. It’s not a conventional partnership, but a temporary arrangement with a highly beneficial return for both you and the buyer. Hear the Real Story - not from a broker - but from a Dentist.

You can choose to attend a dental seminar where you will gain the practical insights needed to transition your practice from one of the nation’s leading educators and consultants to dentists. Dr. Culver will show you how to take in a younger dentist while you phase out gradually and more lucratively. Seminars are offered in several locations around the U.S. Each location has two sessions - the Basic Seminar in the morning for dentists who want a detailed presentation of the process and, immediately following, the Advanced Seminar for those interested in taking their retirement planning to the point of execution.

If you would prefer a more personal approach, Dr. Culver offers personal dentist consultation services which are designed to help dentists through any portion of a dental practice sale or transition process. These services can either be provided on an “as needed” basis or as a “complete guide” through the entire process. The objective is to provide individualized consultation for each dentist’s particular needs rather than the full service usually provided by dental brokers.

These personal services will help you with:

• Initial, general planning for the determination of which type transition to pursue.
• Specific and definitive planning for the formation of the chosen arrangement.
• Positioning of a practice for an upcoming transition.
• Office visits and evaluation concerning a transition.
• Sources for finding a quality candidate.
• Writing and placing an effective ad.
• Screening applicants and matching parties together.
• Negotiating with the parties and skirting the common pitfalls.
• Forming the legal agreement.
• Finding a qualified attorney-and the right broker.

For more information, go to http://www.phasingout.com/ or contact Dr. Culver at 1-877-425-5837.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Friday Harbor Realty is an independent real estate office in the San Juan Islands. Located in the heart of the San Juan Islands at 70 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, WA, they have been serving the island community since 1967. Whether you are looking to buy property, sell property or both, they are dedicated to providing you with the services necessary to realize your dream.

Friday Harbor Realty Agents take the time to fully understand your specifications. Then with complete knowledge of your requirements, they do a comprehensive analysis of the market in order to direct your attention to properties that best match your needs.

All of their listings are represented on the regional NWMLS, the local SJIMLS, and with the CBA (Commercial Brokers Association). In addition, they work aggressively to market directly to the public through a variety of media.

You can reach Friday Harbor Realty at (800)-258-3112, (360) 378-2141, email at fhrealty@sanjuans.com or view their website at http://www.sanjuans.com.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Permadry Waterproofing is a locally owned and family operated specialty construction company, specializing in solving it & below grade・waterproofing and drainage problems. They rely on traditional methods as well as innovative new products to insure that each job is a permanent solution. They are so confident in their methods and procedures that they back all of their work with a written Repair Guarantee.
From their years of experience, they know that when you are faced with a basement or crawl space water problem, you simply want an effective and affordable solution・provided by a company that is knowledgeable, ethical and reliable・and who痴 commitment to quality will result on a trouble free solution・long after the work is done. They firmly believe that understanding your needs and delivering on their promises is how they will continue to build their business.
While wet basements and crawlspaces are the more common area’s that need waterproofing, Permadry Waterproofing specialists can also correct downspout systems, moisture ventilation systems, effect foundation crack repairs and much more.
To learn more about Permadry Waterproofing’s latest innovations, years of experience, and their commitment to customer service, go to their website at http://www.permadrywaterproofing.com/what.html.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Fast Fix Jewelry Repairs is Seattle’s best source for “while you wait or shop” jewelry repair. They also specialize in eyeglass repairs, watch repairs and engraving services–even on glass!

Seattle Fast Fix Jewelry can take your broken pieces of 10, 14 or 18 kt gold and custom design any piece you wish. You will save money and have a new piece of jewelry you will cherish forever.

Owners, Clarence and Nadine Jenkins, opened their first Fast-Fix Jewelry Repairs store in Anchorage, Alaska in 1996. Moving to the Seattle, they opened at the Westfield Mall on April 1, 1999. Clarence is a graduate of the Gemological Institute of America with a Graduate Jeweler’s Degree; and Nadine has complete courses in Counter Sketching & Design and Retail Jewelry Replacement Appraising with honors. Clarence and Nadine enjoy their work and take pride in the finished product.

Readily available are pens, desk sets and accessories, lovely retirement gifts, anniversary gifts, wedding gifts, baby gifts and plaques.

For more information, go to their website at:
http://www.seattlefastfixjewelry.com/.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »

Dr. Conger of Eye Craft, LLC, has been serving South King County since 1999 with general eye care, glasses, and contacts as well as cataract, Lasik, and refractive surgery. Besides the Burien office, Dr. Conger has satellite offices in West Seattle and Vashon.

General Eye Care, Glasses and Contacts

Their optical shop carries the latest in frame and lens design and technology. They maintain only the highest quality assortment of frames, including designs by Calvin Klein, CK, Fendi, Coach, Nike and Marchon. Their optical technician has been in the business for over 20 years, and specializes in progressive lenses and evolving technologies, such as next generation Anti-Reflective coatings and Transition lenses.

Lasik Surgery

Until recently, if you were one of the millions of people with a refractive error, eyeglasses and contact lenses were the only options for correcting vision. But with the arrival of refractive surgery, some people with myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), or astigmatism (a cornea with unequal curves), may have their vision improved through surgery.

Laser assisted in situ keratomileusis, or LASIK, is a refractive procedure that uses an automated blade and a laser to permanently reshape the cornea. The reshaped cornea helps focus light directly onto the retina to produce clearer vision.

Eye Craft, LLC, also provides patients with Custom LASIK surgery; a procedure that involves the use of a wavefront analyzer and enables your surgeon to customize the Conventional LASIK procedure to your individual eyes. This customized procedure can result in patients seeing clearer and sharper than ever before.

Dr. Dean Conger
Dr. Conger is a caring surgeon that wants his patients to make informed, educated decisions about their eye care. At Eye Craft, LLC’s website, http://www.eye-craft.com/, Dr. Conger provides a wide variety of pages and links designed to help individuals be better educated about their eyes, vision, and many related subjects.

Tags: Services by admin
No Comments »