What to carry.

WEAR
Chemical Wedding Handbags
What: Husband and wife Tracy and Jon Haaland hand-hew leather purses with intricate patterns and lots of grommets.
Why: Forged in Georgetown from new and reclaimed materials.
When: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Momo, 600 S. Jackson St. (206-329-4736).

LISTEN
Speak & Sing
What: In a talk punctuated by song, Western Bridge director Eric Fredericksen explores the connection between contemporary art and karaoke.
Why: Beer and Journey covers.
When: Wed., 8 p.m.
Where: On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St. (206-217-9888). Tickets online at tickets.com.

SWIG
Glass Water Bottle
What: A beautiful drinking vessel — that looks like plastic — with its own stopper.
Why: It’s a clear winner.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.
Where: Retrofit Home, 1419 12th Ave. (206-568-4663).

EAT
Sweet Iron Waffles
What: Indulge in a midday confection with toppings either savory (Brie, basil, and bacon) or sweet (brûléed bananas and caramel sauce) at the tiny spot.
Why: Everything’s great when you’re downtown.
When: Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1200 3rd Ave., ste. 110 (206-682-3336).

Photo: Courtesy of Chemical Wedding