A customer sent me a link to a study confirming that spending time in a beautiful and calming environment can reduce stress levels by 45% in just 40 minutes! That makes sense of the sometimes daily visits by my neighbors. It's hard to get my paperwork done, but the visits confirm that I'm doing a good job. I want people to be delighted and inspired and happy when they leave.
Fran's! We have Fran's Chocolates again! Last seen in JayWalk this past May, my order slumped into puddles of goo the day we had 90 degree weather (more like 100 in the shop) because I wasn't prepared in time to get the chocolates into a fridge. Such special treats must be honored in a temperature controled environment, so I waited until I was certain there would be no more heat waves. The latest confection available is a Gray Salt Chocolate Thin that comes 10 pieces to a package. Much easier to share when you get back to work than a 3 piece package of caramels. The famous Gray Salt and Smoked Salt Caramels are also in, alongside the tried and true Almond Gold Bars.
Tucked away down in Seward Park there is a brick building that generally has it's doors open during the day. When walking by, it's like peeking into Santa's workshop. This is Seattle's own Seward Park Clay Studio, and classes are open to the public. One of it's resident artists, Gretchen Siegrist, has recently brought some wonderful hand built creations to JayWalk. To the left is an autumn themed bird bath. The 3D oak leaves and acorns sit atop the stamped bath. We also have her very sweet birds perched on the mouth of a vase, and on the lips of food safe cups. These creations are very, very special and range in price from $34 to $375.
In other news, Dotted Line Jewelry has brought in gorgeous new pieces using Judaica that designer Annie Huntly hand picked in Tel Aviv in August. Tiny Stars of David, Hebrew letters, and even teeny tiny hamsas. Hanging from oxidized sterling chain, and dotted with itty bitty semi precious stones, these pieces are unique and elegant.
