CakeSpy Shop

I’m a fan of this blogger/​artist and we were staying in Capitol Hill nearby.
Sadly, the shop/​art gallery is closing, but I’m glad we got to visit.
The shop is filled with tons of interesting artwork and nifty tchotckes.

cute place to check out! They have cute cards and little items.

I love visiting this artsy little gift shop and art gallery. This is THE place to get cute greeting cards and adorable presents. Too bad it will be gone soon … go buy CakeSpy’s cookbook before the store closes!

This store embodies all the things I adore: baked goods, adorable merchandise, an obsession with all things local. Jessie Oleson, the mastermind behind CakeSpy, is an amazing artist who turns mere cupcakes into adorable little characters running amok in Seattle scenery. I adore her artwork with cupcakes butching it up at the Wild Rose bar or happily browsing through Babeland. The merchandise ranges from cards to tote bags, t-​shirts, buttons and magnets. The store is not just limited to her art either — she carries local artwork as well as gourmet local lollipops and other oddities.
Her store is a mecca for all things quirky and, while I hate to say it, sweet. It’s as though unicorns and rainbows threw up all over this store, and I am eating it up!

Cutesy cutesy cutest shop ever. They have all kinds of cute items. The art is also cute. I can’t say that word enough, I know. You can buy prints of the art or cards. I haven’t seen the owner, but she has a painting area in the shop. I’m sure it would be fun to watch. I love browing all the goodies in here!

If I were my cupcake obsessed sister (she has a damn tattoo of one) Im sure i’d give this place 5 stars. While I enjoy cuppy cakes, I am not that enamored with them.
I am enamored with this shop though. Super cute stuff, and ~not~ just cupcake themed (though there are plenty of those around). Buttons, magnets, art, neat t-​shirts, cards, jewelery, etc etc. This is kitsch at its classiest and cutest. The owner is super friendly and obviously loves everything in her shop. It was hard not to buy a plethora of things based off her enthusiasm alone!
Can I say it is cute here again? Cuz it is, and now I also have a go-​to when it comes for presents for my kid sister.

I am a huge fan of Jessie Olson but I kind of expected more from this little shop, like maybe actual baked goods. I did pick up some cute stationary and a magnet. It was jammed pack with cupcake stuff and its great the owner still works there. So many shops are opened and the owner never returns. This is true authentic cupcake stationary. I will definitely buy again… but probably online.

When I first stepped into CakeSpy Shop, I felt like it was a mini Renegade Craft Fair (the coolest craft fair featuring indie artists who make all sorts of things): lots of different pieces from different artists.
I was soon to learn that the owners of CakeSpy Shop are Renegade Craft Fair vendors themselves (but not in LA, unfortunately). CakeSpy (aka Jessie Oleson) makes charming paintings of anthropomorphized cupcakes doing all sorts of things. Her paintings are on postcards, mugs, greeting cards, bookmarks… you name it.
I ended up hanging around for more time than I had initially planned because Jessie is just so darn friendly! She told us about her new book coming out, CakeSpy Presents Sweet Treats for a Sugar-​Filled Life, featuring her art and crazy dessert recipes (like a cupcake within a cupcake).
If you like cool stuff and neat art, go! You won’t be sorry!

Just got back from a craft show where I bought some super cool stuff from their display!
They are so sweet and have the coolest stuff!

Love this place! My new home in CT is decorated with the wonderful and goofy art. We wandered in and immediately began flipping through the prints and miscellaneous items. I found three prints that I had to have that were on the cute side (cupcakes smiling, milk and cookies in love, etc), while my fiancé found something more his taste (a little creepy but well done creatures with wine glasses).
Jessie, the artist, sat and talked with us, finding out that we were from CT and recently engaged. She was so genuine and kind, and sent us a personal note with the art we had shipped home. I frequent her blog and website, and look forward to having an original painting done when we get married. Definitely stop in, the vibe is awesome!

If you’re in the mood to buy some adorable art or a nice little gift for someone, come to Cakespy. Jessie Oleson has added a little gem to Capitol Hill with this sweet and savory little shop that makes you want to put on your chiffon dress and do pirouettes in the doorway. Much of the art is made my local artists and there are note cards galore here. Swing by during the 2^nd Thursday and see a new art opening in the upstairs space. This place is cute as a button and really adds some sparkle magic to our little city.

Ridiculously adorkable is this shop!
I walk by it every morning while heading to the bus to the souless eastside and it wasn’t until this past weekend that I stepped inside.
The store is entirely too cute! I bought a super cute apron, a new business card holder of zombies chasing a cupcake and awesome locally made lollipops. (I had first had This Charming Candy at Urban Craft Uprising and I was super stoked to learn I could get my sugar fix right down the street from where I live instead of stalking them on the etsy-​webs) I also bought some super cute christmas cards on sale (why not stock up now?) and did I mention my apron?! IT HAS OWLS ON IT. SO CUUUUUUTE!
The art is very cool and I just love supporting local artists/​artisans and cool folk. I plan on coming back and getting a cupcake portrait made.
I also must mention that after chatting with the darling Ms. Cakespy herself, she let me have my team pie button for free. Especially because you know, 2011 will be all about pies. 2011 will also be about me spending more scratch at Cakespy.

It’s a no brainer that I would love a shop that Ms. Cakespy put together, but I was still expecting that much of the super-​cute stuff would too expensive, or it would be too artsy, or well — something.
I’m happy to report that this is not the case. Jessie has gathered an awesome selection of great art, tee shirts, jewelry, and tons of other décor and novelty items with a price range that should fit everyone’s budget. Plus, SHE is charming, funny, nice, and very helpful if you need a little assistance in finding the perfect gift.
I can’t help by encourage everyone to stop in and see what’s there… and I’ve resolved to get as many birthday and holiday gifts from Cakespy Shop as possible this year!

What an adorable shop!
I’m not really one to go for artsy, kitschy things but this shop is so cute that I can’t help but be impressed. They carry a wide variety of items such as jewelry, soap, cards, prints, bags, shirts, and cookie cutters. Most or all of it is handmade by local artisans, so you can feel good about supporting the little guys.
Things are laid out logically, but it’s easy to overlook things and fun to just wander around in circles and see what you missed the first time through. I could definitely find some fun birthday/​Christmas presents here.

Cute boutique on the Pike/​Pine corridor. I must admit that CakeSpy is one of the places that I would not have ventured on my own since I don’t live on Capitol Hill anymore. It was one of the stops on our Capitol Hill Sweets Crawl.
The store is a mix of things. It is an art gallery (upstairs) and gift shop of many things revolving around sweets. You will also find random things here like artisan jewelry, t-​shirts, soaps and artwork alongside some fun kitchen gadgets. Picked up some nice Russian folk art measuring spoons here. It is functional, but also statement making that baking and cooking can be fun.
CakeSpy is a nice eclectic shop. Come here to find gifts out of the ordinary.

See: Photo of cute tote bag of cupcake drinking a diet coke.
if you notice, the cupcake needs a stool to reach the straw.
CakeSpy cares about accuracy and the real life problems of cupcakes.
I’m so happy they have an online store so I can purchase more cuteness over the internets but the seattle store is a must for those who like believable art, cute and tasty things and really really nice people.

My friends can definitely expect to receive an original card purchased at Cakespy in the near future. Everything is adorable and almost everything is adorned with cupcakes.
Cute and reasonably priced prints, jewelry, cards and other random things you didn’t know you needed. For example, I will be back to purchase an adorable octopus necklace made out of leather.
Bonus: a spiral staircase leading up to a lofted gallery space. Who doesn’t love a climbing up those?!

Unique gifts for those bored with the crappness of a hallmark card.
I’ll admit, I could have easily walked passed it if I hadn’t laid eyes on some cute owls in the window.
Inside: full of neat little bits of randomness. indie art, handmade jewelery, accessories, etc etc and so forth.
This IS one of Seattle’s many indie stores that need more props! Do yourself a favor and check out the crafty goods if not, the art.

This store is really awesome, and I’m really happy that local artists have found a great venue to display their work. Small though the space may be, all the nooks and crannies are filled with many works– be it kitschy, odd, cute, appealing to the eye, or just plain ‘huh?’
The more you look, the longer you stay, the more things appear before your eyes. I think little elves or trolls must be at play, changing and adding things in the store as you browse! From mini-​gadgets to prints to venn diagram artwork, if you have time to spend, you will find something to spend on.
My favorite part about this space is definitely the upstairs loft. So cute, so hidden, a clean oasis hiding among the clouds, bringing forth a mini-​gallery for the tired eyes.

I’ve been a fan of Mr. Porter for a good 5 or 6 years now.
This great little shop has been a staple on the hill for a few years now. Loads of fantastically fun and pretty jewelry, red panda apparel for your babes, (his collection of onesies and baby duds) letterpress greeting cards, and all sorts of fun prints and accessories that make for great gifts– for you and your friends.
Now, my main reason for heading into Blue Bottle would be ‘Monkey World.’ Matthew’s collection of funky monkey pieces, each with their own persona– ie: Lucha Libre monkey, genie monkey, and hippy monkey. Fun, right?
Most recently, he’s launched his ‘Monkey World’ book in stores, and has opened the upstairs to be accomedate. Monkey books, prints, t-​shirts. you name it, it’s up there.
I’m a total geek when it comes to local celebs, so lucky for me, Mr. Monkey himself happened to be in that day. Super nice guy approachable who seems to be ‘peachy’ with his shop and his art.
Next time you’re in the ‘hood, swing in and meet him and his monkeys. They’ll make you smile!