Bartell Drugs in Lake Stevens, formerly Mitchell’s Pharmacy, is one of a handful of the retailer’s stores with a gift section.
Judy Matheson, owner of two retail stores in Everett, had a hand in bringing an expanded gift section to Mitchell’s before Bartell Drugs bought the pharmacy.
The former buyer laid ground for a gift section that keeps growing and growing. Rachel Organ, current buyer for the gift section, said Bartell Drugs kept the section because there wasn’t anything like it in Lake Stevens. Organ likes to give the people what they want. She rotates inventory seasonally and carries much requested items such as Snowbabies collectibles from Dept. 56.
Bartell Drugs is in Frontier Village, 621 Highway 9 NE, Lake Stevens. For information, call 425-334-8410.
Passion plate: Fusion Art Glass by artist William McGrath features original designs made from a process of stenciling layers of powdered enamel on a glass surface, then kiln firing, followed by fusing glass layers together. This plate, titled “Poppy Passion,” and others are food and dishwasher safe; $40.99.
Bring ‘em back alive: Keep critters from running loose with this Critter Keeper by Garden at Home. Nylon mesh walls and painted wood sides keep bugs or butterflies from escaping. It’s recommended for ages 5 and older, and children can easily operate the sliding acrylic door for access; $15.49.
Mix it up: A ceramic mixing bowl can hold freshly picked apples or be used in the kitchen. The apple design on the rim makes it a good choice for country-inspired kitchens; $18.99.
Pepper paraphernalia: Spice things up with a chili pepper oil jar. The jar features a pour spout and comes with four dipping bowls. The hand-painted set is microwave and dishwasher safe. Bartell Drugs also carries other items from this line, including a tortilla warmer, relish tray, chips and dip holder and wooden tray; $27.49 five-piece set.
Water? Can do: Another country-influenced ceramic gift is this watering can. Designed by Karla Dornacher, for Giftcraft, Dornacher’s work is inspired by her appreciation of home, garden and friendship. Dornacher lives in Battle Ground.; $49.99.
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