Top Rated Shopping in Bellingham

Nestled in the lush greens of the Olympic Peninsula, the Chuckanut Bay Gallery & Sculpture Garden is a unique combination of art and nature. It houses a huge outdoor sculpture garden along with a huge display of around 400 American handicrafts for its visitors. These products can also be purchased.

ChocolaTas is the second outpost of its namesake Vancouver store. The dream come true of owners and master chocolatiers, Wim Tas and his wife, Veve, both Belgium natives, this artisanal Belgian chocolate shop is a must for chocolate lovers. Using only the finest ingredients, their chocolates are made without any preservatives. Each piece is a work of art and will tantalize you. These handcrafted gems are worth a buy. These include ganaches, truffles, caramels, caramel sauces and liqueurs.

In operation since 1939, Birkeland Bros. Wool is a great place to shop for materials that allow you to handcraft everything from quilts, beddings, clothes and even dolls. From bobbins and sheepskins to needles and yarn, the store stocks it all. One can also find materials that you need during knitting, weaving and spinning. If you are into textile crafts, wish to make your own dolls or simply pick up a new hobby, then a quick visit to Birkeland Bros. Wool will be well-rewarding.

Established in 1971, House of Fine Art or HOFA Art Supplies & Framing is the go-to place if you are an artistic person or want your child inculcate art as a hobby. The inventory stocks all kinds of art supplies for adults and kids. All their materials are eco-friendly so you don't have to worry whether it is harmful or not to your little one. Art classes such as drawing, block printing, silk screening and painting are offered to all ages.

If you are the creative kind, and love to string bracelets or other accessories and knick knacks out of beads, then Strung Out on Beads is a great place for you to check out. With more than 20 kinds of beads on offer in all sorts of shapes and colors, you can be rest assured that you will find the kind of bead that you are looking for in the store. Fire-Polished Beads, Czech-Pressed Glass Beads and Shell Beads are just some of the bead varieties that you can find here among others. If you are in the mood to buy some beads, then look no further than Strung Out on Beads.

Opened in 2012, Fred’s Custom Tackle on South Fraser Way is the second outpost of its namesake flagship in Chilliwack. It is one of the best spots for fishing enthusiasts, especially fly fishing in town. This huge store has everything for your fishing needs. From tackle and bait to fishing rods, marine gear, clothing and accessories to custom rods and weather information, they have everything in stock. Their inventory features all the top brands in fishing at reasonable prices. If you don't know what you are looking for, their knowledgeable staff will ably guide you.