Monkey Around Seattle is a blog giving vistors and locals alike recommendations about things we like in our great city from hip galleries and stores to amazing bakeries and bars.

Banner image by: http://www.matthewporterart.com

CONTRIBUTORS

Husband + wife duo Andrea and Matthew Porter own Bluebottle Art Gallery and Store in Seattle. Bluebottle is headquarters for Matthew's infamous Monkey World paintings and products. In addition to Matthew's artwork we showcase local and national talent in the art, craft and design DIY movement!

415 E. Pine St. Seattle, WA, 98122
http://www.bluebottleart.com/
http://www.matthewporterart.com/

Kristen Rask is the owner of Schmancy, a small shop in downtown Seattle a hop and skip away from Pike's Place Market. Schmancy specializes in vinyl and plush toys as well as art. Located right next door to The Moore Theater box office, Schmancy is just as colorful as the street it inhabits.

1932 2nd Ave. Seattle, WA, 98101
http://www.schmancytoys.com/

Jessie Oleson is the creator of CakeSpy.com, a dessert detective agency dedicated to seeking sweetness in everyday life. What does this mean, exactly? Basically that she writes about, thinks about, and draws illustrations of desserts all day--and gets paid for it. Booyea! She lives in the Central District with her husband Danny, their pug Porkchop, and two guinea pigs, Falafel and Hot Pocket.

Various locations including:
Bluebottle: 415 E Pine St.
http://www.cakespyshop.com/

Sally Brock is the Boss and TV star of Fancy. Fancy features over 30 local artists and designers, and specializes in custom wedding rings, handmade with recycled precious metals and repurposed or fair trade gemstones. Located just south of Schmancy & Nancy downtown.

1914 2nd Ave. Seattle, Wa, 98101
http://www.fancyjewels.com/