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E. Barrett & Co. Shea Butter Soaps at Country Bungalow in Seaside
Country Bungalow at the Seaside Carousel Mall carries a line of French soaps featuring shea butter from E. Barrett & Co. Our favorite scent is Ocean (of course) because it is calm and gently refreshing like an ocean breeze, but almond, rose, lavender and milk scents are also available. Soaps are priced at $2.50 for a small bar and $7.50 for a large bar. Country Bungalow, Seaside, OR (503) 738-8196
Trek Electric Bike at Bikes and Beyond in Astoria
Bikes and Beyond in Astoria goes beyond traditional biking with the Trek Electric Bike. The lightweight bike has a power pack that can be engaged to assist uphill or during a long ride. The motor is super quiet and the battery averages 40 miles per charge. The battery is easily removable and can be charged using a standard wall plug. This bike lets you ride farther, faster and with less effort when you need it. Bikes and Beyond, Astoria, OR (503) 325-2961
Vera Bradley Totes at Purple Starfish Gift Boutique in Depoe Bay
Purple Starfish Gift Boutique in Depoe Bay is carrying the latest collection of bags and totes from Vera Bradley, called Making Waves. This playful group of ocean-inspired fabrics and colors such as Blue Lagoon, Call Me Coral, and Calypso add sunshine to any Northwest day. Prices range from $6 to $110. Purple Starfish, Depoe Bay, OR (541) 765-2336
Elmo Piñata from The Paper Factory at Seaside Factory Outlet
Piñatas add fun and decoration to a party and The Paper Factory, located at the Seaside Factory Outlet in Seaside has an Elmo piñata for just that reason. Elmo is great as a decoration or for the traditional "break the piñata" game. They also carry more fun characters and shapes to fit many party themes and are priced from $10-$23. The Paper Factory at Seaside Factory Outlet, Seaside, OR (503) 738-0993
Ekone Smoked Oysters at Ft. Canby in Ilwaco
Fort Canby Store in Ilwaco carries locally harvested smoked oysters from Ekone Oyster Company. Farmed Pacific oysters are harvested from Willapa Bay, cleaned and brined using fresh all-natural ingredients and then smoked with maple chips. Oysters are available in several flavors including the original cured with salt, brown sugar and a hint of garlic and onion, the habanero hots brined with two different habanero sauces before smoking and also the lemon pepper flavor. Fort Canby Store, Ilwaco, WA (360) 642-5566
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