Valentine’s Day is often one of those holidays that sneaks up on us. After the rush of the busy December season turns into sleepy January, the holiday dedicated to love can creep up fast. If you’re looking to surprise your loved one, whether it be your partner, children, or friend, Grays Harbor is brimming with locally owned shops that can help you put together a gift to remember.
Jewelry Stores
Jewelry for sale at Bryan & Son Fine Jewelers in Aberdeen
Bryan & Son Fine Jewelers
313 West Wishkah Street, Aberdeen
Bryan & Son have been distinctive fine jewelers in the City of Aberdeen since 1947. The trusted team of professionals are available to point you in the right direction to find the perfect gift for your loved one. Bryan & Son carries a large selection of men’s and women’s bridal jewelry in both contemporary and custom design, timeless necklaces, glittering bracelets, and watches, to name a few items in their cases. The store also carries luxury purses, rare coins, and Seiko clocks.
Stullick Jewelry
105 South Broadway Street, Aberdeen
Locally owned since 1953, Stullick Jewelry has been a local staple in Aberdeen selling some of the finest jewelry around. For men, the shop carries various watches in top brands such as Seiko, gold chain necklaces, bracelets and more, while the women’s department is full of gorgeous items including diamond earrings, pendant necklaces set with various stones, watches, glittering rings and plenty more options to fit any budget.
Unique Gift Shops
Harbor Books
720 Simpson Ave., Hoquiam
Harbor Books carries an eclectic selection of new and used books for readers of all ages. This locally owned shop in downtown Hoquiam highlights local authors, books of local interest, and nature guides. They also carry a variety of fiction and nonfiction, including large-print and audio books on CD, as well as greeting cards and board games. Stop in or call ahead for special order books if they don’t have them in stock!
Seabird Gifts & Candy
2563 Westhaven Drive, Westport
When you think of typical Valentine’s Day gift, flowers, candles, and cards to come mind, but don’t forget the candy! Seabird Gifts & Candy, located on the docks of the bustling Westport Marina, is the place to be if you’re looking to fill up a bag of mouthwatering saltwater taffy. Choose from a huge variety of classic and unique flavors (like pickle!) before moving into the handmade fudge section featuring rotating flavors such as chewy praline, watermelon, Irish coffee, cranberry, and their award-winning pumpkin pie. The shop also carries fine chocolate, clothing, stickers, magnets, and other gift memorabilia to commemorate the unique city of Westport.
Ocean Shores Soapworks
710 Point Brown Avenue NW, Ocean Shores
A fantastic one-stop-shop for your Valentine or Galentine is Ocean Shores Soapworks. Selling natural soaps and body products, this store is the perfect place to pick up all the items needed for a an at-home spa day. Their soaps are ideal for the purist in your life as they’re handcrafted using essential oils, void of additional fragrances. Wide ranges of scents include lavender mint, orange spice, Jamaican almond, and even black licorice. Ocean Shores Soapworks’ large retail space also features a clothing section, mugs, candles, jewelry and many other items to help put together a customized gift.
Lorraine’s Candle Studio allows visitors to pour custom candles.
Lorraine’s Candle Studio
215 Market Street, Pacific Beach (Seabrook)
When you think of romance, candles often come to mind, and what’s more romantic than crafting your very own candle for your loved one? Lorraine’s Candle Studio in Seabrook offers custom candle pouring classes to help you accomplish just that. Choose the vessel that speaks to you, ponder the expansive scent wall, and combine up to three of your favorites to create your own unique smell. Lorraine’s also sells pre-made candles if you’re short on time!
Lake Quinault Lodge Gift Shop
345 S Shore Road, Quinault
The historic Lake Quinault Lodge is a grand and rustic lodge built in 1926 that welcomes guests with warmth, hospitality, and a sincere feeling of home-away-from-home comfort. Tucked around the corner from the grand lobby sits the on-site gift store. Here, you can discover clothing, wine, jewelry, books, and gifts that truly embody the essence of the PNW.
Nate’s Vintage
339 Damon Road, Ocean Shores
Looking for something that can’t be found anywhere else? Nate’s Vintage is the place to be! Owner, Nate tirelessly searches across the Pacific Northwest seeking the rarest and most interesting items to bring into his shop. The gems he finds are often highly sought after and prized by professional and amateur collectors and pickers alike. Amaze your Valentine with memorabilia from their favorite music group, paranormal curiosities, vintage t-shirts, rare books, or distinctive artwork. No matter what you pick up from Nate’s, you’re sure to bring the element of surprise!
Second Chances Thrift Store
Who says you have to buy something new to make a great gift? Sustainable shopping is made easy at Second Chances Thrift Store in Montesano. Inventory changes year-round, and for Valentine’s Day, pick up heart covered decorations, vases, cards, candy, t-shirts, children’s toys, jewelry, kitchenware, and many other hidden treasures.
Flower Shops
Harbor Blooms in Downtown Aberdeen can create custom floral arrangements and sells unique home decor.
Harbor Blooms
118 East Heron Street, Aberdeen
Harbor Blooms is a family owned; full-service florist located in downtown Aberdeen. Call in before Valentine’s Day and have a custom arrangement made for your sweetheart based on your budget and recommended color scheme. Last minute bouquets are always available in-store or for delivery and often feature a wide assortment of flowers, greenery, and embellishments. The Harbor Blooms team also stocks the store with plenty of home decor items, candles, mugs, chocolate, and other items that regularly rotate throughout the year.
Marni’s Petal Pushers
114 South Main Street, Montesano
A stop into Marni’s Petal Pushers will have you ready for Valentine’s Day in no time! Located in Monte Square, Marni’s offers you the opportunity to experience their unique styling and personal touch that comes with over 20 years of experience in the floral industry. Call in a custom order filled with romantic roses or pick up a pre-made design that’s sure to bring a smile to your Valentine. Pair your arrangement with any of the shop’s potted plants, candies and chocolates, cards, home decor, silk flowers, stuffed animals, balloons, unique vases, and other knickknacks.
Evergreen Flower Farm
2541 Evergreen Park Road, Grayland
Look no further than Evergreen Flower Farm for some of the most exquisite floral arrangements in the area. Incorporate reds, pinks, and whites to celebrate the holiday or request something more unusual. Either way, the expert florists are sure to bring your vision to life. Visitors into the Evergreen Flower Farm located in Castaways Cottage will also find crystals of all shapes and sizes, indoor and outdoor plants, smudge sticks, cards, and plenty of vintage home decor. Also located in Castaways Cottage is Tokeland Candle Works specializing in nontoxic soy candles poured in small batches in an array of unique scents such as rare rosewood, prosecco, dark rum, vintage leather and winter solstice.
South Bank Flower Co.
83 Hokanson Road, Elma, WA
A pre-Valentine’s Day visit to South Bank Flower Co. will provide you with some of the most spectacular locally grown, farm fresh flowers and arrangements. Visitors can also shop for other gift items including freshie car air fresheners, handmade soy wax candles, new and vintage decor, and custom clothing for both children and adults.
Unique flower arrangements in tumblers are available through South Bank Flower Co.
Wineries
Wynoochee River Winery
79 Wheeler Road, Montesano
Nestled deep in the forests of Grays Harbor sits Wynoochee River Winery. As a locally owned and operated winery, the highest attention to detail is put into every bottle of their fresh, hand-crafted fruit wines. Their wines are clean and refreshing yet full bodied and include rotating fruits by the season such as fresh peach, nectarine, marionberry, boysenberry, and cranberry, perfect for the winter season. Pair a bottle of wine with a home cooked dinner and a low-key Valentine’s Day. If you’re unable to make the drive to the winery, many stores in Western Washington carry the wines and can be found here.
Westport Winery
1 South Arbor Road, Aberdeen
What better place to pick up a bottle of wine than Great Northwest Wine Magazine’s 2022 Washington Winery of the Year! Stop into to the shop where unique and locally crafted wines named after local Grays Harbor history and life on the coast of Washington line the shelves. Also available in shop are their on-site crafted and bottled spirits from Ocean Daughter’s Distillery including both mini bottles and fifths. Non-alcohol related gifts are also available including beachy-themed home decor, ocean inspired toys for the children in your life in the neighboring International Mermaid Museum, chocolate truffles and candy bars, flavored olive oils and vinegars, Italian pastas, Cougar Gold Cheese, and so much more to easily fill a gift basket for the holiday.
Gift Certificates
Although a gift card can be less exciting than something tangible, it can be the perfect gift for those that prefer clutter-free surprises. Pick up a gift certificate to a local restaurant, one of the gift shops mentioned above or many others spread throughout Grays Harbor, or to a resort/hotel/motel to plan a future weekend getaway.
This original content is produced by Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. and sponsored by Grays Harbor County Tourism.