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Tuuli of Finland
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Categories: Fabric Stores, Fashion [Edit]
Neighborhood: Downtown1407 1st Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 223-1112
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
6 reviews for Tuuli of Finland
I was on a mission to find a tapestry of sorts, something colorful to hang on my bedroom wall. I figured I could find something a little quirky at Pike Place Market and I was right! I happened upon this store and noticed the bright colors and fun knick knacks and decided to check it out.
They carry Marimekko prints which I didn't know much about before, but they are vibrant and fun and just what I was looking for. The woman working there was very friendly and very helpful. She answered all my questions and even demonstrated how I could stretch the fabric over a frame in order to hang it on the wall. I ended up buying some fabric, and while it was a little expensive, I am definitely happy with my selection.
They carry a lot more than just fabric as well. I remember seeing tea cups, umbrellas, and even clothes all with these bright Marimekko patterns. They had lots of fun stuff and it is definitely worth checking out.
Was walking along 1st street today when a shot of color to my right caught my eye. I decided to go in to investigate. Imagine my surprise and delight when I see Marimekko fabric stretching from wall to beautiful wall. I've only seen Marimekko stuff on design blogs before this so it was wonderful to see it in person. I loved that you could buy yards of the fabric to take home since buying the actual pre-made bags will cost you an arm and a leg. Can you imagine how much more beautiful every home would be with a Marimekko accent pillow? Sigh, I am totally regretting not buying something today and I hope to return sometime soon.
The colorful fabrics in this store window always catch my eye, but I'd never actually wandered in before yesterday.
They carry Marimekko clothing, textiles and accessories that will brighten up any gray Seattle day. Only problem is the price and the style. I saw a simple rain bucket hat for close to $80 and a shapeless jumper that would look best on a clown for over $100. Probably your best bet here is to buy the fabric and make your own clothes.
If you need a shot of color while you're downtown, I recommend at least strolling by their windows.
This is a fun shop! You should definitely check it out. The Marimekko stuff is beautiful -- although expensive -- and they always have something fun. I think some of the stuff is higher priced than what I'd like to pay, but they usually have stuff on sale. I got a nice designer T-shirt for $30, which I don't think it unreasonable. Their product inventory doesn't change very often -- I saw the same thing there a year after I first saw it there -- but it's worth checking out because the stuff is really nice and very unique.
What a happy store! It was so comforting to see products like Marimekko, Kalevala, iitala, etc from my native country (Finland). I was strolling downtown Seattle when I came across this store on the way to Pike's Brewery. I was so excited that I pulled my boyfriend away from his group of guy friends to join me. The owner, a Finnish woman, was so nice and helpful when it came down to picking a fabric for our wall. I could have probably spent over $2000 in this store, but limited myself to one item. A lot of the products are not usually available in the states so it was nice to see something like this. She has a great collection of Marimekko purses, fabrics, clothes and towels. I can't wait to go back!!
This one of the most colorful shops I've ever been to! Lots of interesting things to touch and try on. I purchased a shirt, a really cute wrap-around dress and a brass pendant/chain. The women who work there are so friendly. The Finnish owner helped me with the jewelry. She happily gave me the meanings of the traditional designs we examined together. I was happy to take my girlfriend there when she visited from out-of-state. She fell in love with the Marimekko fabrics that they carry. I don't always get to go downtown, but when I do, I look forward to seeing what's new at Tuuli.
