by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
It became clear early on in the pandemic as the state shut down and many of us suddenly found ourselves hunkered down at home — retail businesses, even those deemed “nonessential” in the early days of coronavirus, sure feel essential when you’re trying to work at...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
Where to find your newest look from local secondhand stores Secondhand clothing is not just a frugal way to save money and look stylish at the same time — it’s a sustainable alternative to the rapid-cycle fast-fashion market, where trends seem to come and go every few...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
A few places to shop to build a functioning home bar Maybe you’ve recently moved into a new place or you’re just ready for a shopping spree, either way you’ve been considering building up a home bar. It’s the perfect time to make space for one while your...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
Spokane’s record stores crank up the sounds that make the city a little more vibrant It was only about a decade ago that vinyl records seemed destined for obsolescence, an antiquated medium that was bound to be eclipsed by CDs and MP3s. But now the sonic shoe is on...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
Where to shop for gifts heading into the holidays From flowers and sweet treats to books, mugs and dish towels with those funny sayings on them, Spokane County’s got some incredible gift options for everyone on your list as we head into the holiday season. Many people...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
Stocking up on cozy athleisure wear for autumn Let’s be honest: Working from home means our athleisure wear is getting more use than normal. Let’s be more honest: It’s past time to retire those sweatpants and stock up on some new pieces. Whether you’re looking...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
With pet adoptions setting records, here’s where to treat your new fur baby right Perhaps when coronavirus hit you found yourself working from home, juggling countless Zoom calls while entertaining your suddenly home-schooling kids and converting your wardrobe into a...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
If you’re stuck inside, your local hardware store can help with your home improvement projects This spring, under quarantine, everyone suddenly had to live and work at home, and often they didn’t like what they saw. There were rooms to paint. Gardens to plant. Things...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
Shops to help you take your home decor to the next level Many of us are reacquainting ourselves with our homes as we navigate the new normal of spending considerably more time there. And if shopping reports are any indication, we’re investing in the kinds of things...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Uncategorized, VOL 4: Shopping
Where to get the essentials for a new pandemic-friendly home theater set-up If you’re a movie buff who’s been stuck at home for the last six months, you’re no doubt missing being surrounded by an audience and taking in the latest films, absorbed in the visual...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
The places to find the best equipment — and ingredients — for home chefs and bakers “After we reopened, it pretty much just exploded,” says Eric Frickle, owner of the KITCHEN ENGINE. In fact, the biggest challenge has just been keeping everything in stock — some...
by Back to Business | Oct 29, 2020 | Back to Business Story, VOL 4: Shopping
A local shopkeeper’s guide | By Kris Dinnison A few months ago, I wrote a piece for the Inlander about lists. In it, I rattled off the catalog of things I was worried about as we all tripped into the new reality thrust on the world by the pandemic. Fortunately, many...
