Where to Buy Bellingham Gifts

Like most people, we are very proud to be from Bellingham, Washington, and the Pacific Northwest so when the holidays-roll around and we find yourselves traveling to friends and family we think about how to give them a piece of home. I decided to compile a list of ideas to inspire you when searching for the quintessential Bellingham/PNW gifts to give!

Big Picture: Pacific Northwest Gift Ideas

Let’s start with what could be considered a PNW gift! What says, “Oh yeah, that’s Washington.” Here are some thoughts I had that can be translated into any medium and still work:

• Apples

• Smoked Salmon

• Wood Carvings

• Coffee Beans

• Local Art

• Local Spirits

• Craft Beers

• Funky’s Hot Sauce

Where to Buy Bellingham Souvenirs

Now we’ve got the gears turning, but what about less food oriented? Where can I go to buyer Bellingham-Themed gifts? Here are some ideas to build a giftbox!

• Cresswell Boggs

  • Delightful everything store

• Village Books & Paper Dreams

  • Sweatshirts, knickknacks, artwork, books, socks, silly do-dads and more

• Whatcom Museum Gift Shop

  • Very local, art centered spot for inspiration

• Bellewood Farms

  • Great spot for apples, local spirits, and other yummy goodies. I wrote about them as a spot to snag Apple Cider.

• Salish Trading Post in the Fairhaven Terminal

  • Lots of nautical nuggets of items to enjoy and share with others.

• Third Planet Boutique

  • Great spot to support local artisans work and just endless joys and trinkets to admire and give to others. Think glass pipes, jewelry, clothing, crystals and knick-knacks and cool hats.

• Brazen Shop + Studio

  • Stunningly cozy boutique that is more jewelry focused, artwork, and handmade items of great quality.

You also have to keep your eyes peeled for Maker Markets and the Farmer’s Markets around town too!

There are many shops to stop at for your goodies!

There is also a WHOLE collection of shops for thrifting goods too! I’ve only given you a small list to scratch the surface but Bellingham truly has this endless pool of talent that creates, cultivates and shares its collection. I have no doubt you will love every minute of getting a souvenir for yourself or your loved ones!

Plus —

Should you ever have a friend who fell in love with Bellingham and wants to move here, just let me know! I will happily connect them with some of the best real estate agents in town who are real people and not just salesy sales-folks who pester you constantly.