Willow Ptarmigan

08/21/2026

Gorgeous new Lichtenberg wood art from Melonhead Artistic Designs — Jeff Scott, crafted in Nikiski, Alaska! ✨

These statement pieces combine Lichtenberg fractal burning with vibrant colored resin, creating incredible branching patterns throughout the natural wood. New details include “Alaska” burns and additional resin colors inspired by the Northern Lights.

New arrivals include:
🫎 Moose Heads
🐟 Serving Slabs
🐧 Puffins — back after selling out, with 6+ new pieces!

Plus plenty of favorites ✨:
• Halibut
• Bears
• Wolves
• Whale Tails
• Cribbage Boards
• Full-Size Fish Bonkers
• Fish Bonker Keychains

The combination of quality wood cuts, fractal burning and colorful resin means every piece has its own character—and they are even more impressive in person.

Custom orders can also be placed in store!

Make Them Yours!

♡ In Store:
Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop
(@ Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
11:00am-6:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

♡ DM: Send a Message to place order & pay.

Local Pick Up & Shipping to Anywhere AK & US.

Cheers,
Emma

08/19/2026

It's Bling Day! Some of our newest offerings to make the grey glum a lil more summery 'n special! Local Kenai, Peru, Vintage and other beautiful pieces ✨✨✨

Make Them Yours!

♡ In Store:
Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop
(@ Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
11am-6:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

♡ DM: Send a Message to place order & pay.

Local Pick Up & Shipping to Anywhere AK, HI & Lower 48

Cheers,
Emma

08/13/2026

Our newest lil bud sporting our Willow Ptarmigan Salmon Patch Hat! He came in with dad & gram's shopping a few weeks ago and they shared this photo via text this morning! He had the special approval and support to pick whatever he wanted during the visit and he chose the hat and a salmon magnet! Well, obviously he's got great taste 😊😄🧢 🐟✨

Willow Ptarmigan presses and finishes all our patch hats In House + work with local patch makers in AK and lower 48 as well as stitchers for embroidery. We are a dealer for several blank hat, apparel and accessories mfr's as well as provide design, production, finishing and consult services for any personal, business, lodge or org projects! Come in to chat on how we can help make your idea come to life!

Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop @ Kenai Safeway
(Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
10:00am-7:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

Cheers,
Emma

08/13/2026

New batches of Burrowfire Bold (Dark) & Tidebreak Breakfast Blend (Medium) delivered today! $18/ea 12oz Bag. Blended and Roasted in Kenai Alaska!

The Legend of Bearded Gnome Roasters 🧙🏻‍♂️☕✨

Old garden lore says gnomes are never quite as still as they appear.

When the last light fades and the world settles in for the night, the bearded guardians wake. They wander the gardens, fields and forests, keeping watch over the soil, tending the plants, protecting livestock and keeping a careful eye on treasures hidden away beneath root and stone.

But one old gnome discovered a treasure worth guarding above all others: **coffee.** ☕️

Each night, the Bearded Gnome inspects his precious beans as carefully as any farmer would a promising harvest. He keeps watch against pests, thieves and troublesome spirits, roasting small batches while the rest of the world sleeps. The warm aroma drifts through the darkness—rich, earthy and just mysterious enough that no one has ever been quite sure where it comes from.

According to the old tales, a gnome facing outward protects what lies behind him. And a well-kept gnome is said to bring prosperity and encourage a rich harvest.

Perhaps that explains why the Bearded Gnome takes his coffee so seriously.

By sunrise, his work is finished. The grounds are protected, the harvest is safe, and another batch of coffee is ready for the waking world.

So when you brew a cup of **Bearded Gnome Roasters**, remember: somewhere between folklore and that first wonderful smell of morning coffee, a very bearded guardian may have been up all night making sure your treasure was properly looked after. 🌲☕️

Soooooo Gooooood!

♡ Shop In Store:
Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop @ Kenai Safeway
(Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
10:00am-7:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

♡ DM: Send a Message to place order & pay.

♡ Shop Online: https://willowptarmigan.com/collections/bearded-gnome-roasters

Local Pick Up & Shipping to Anywhere AK, HI & Lower 48.

Cheers,
Emma

08/12/2026

Wednesday New Arrivals! Beautiful hand crafted embroidered coin makeup purse in Floral (Velvet), Cat, Bear, Bigfoot and Dragonfly (Fabric) themes. Each product is individually handcrafted by a local artist in Peru, Guatemala or Ecuador. Bright and cheerful!

♡ Shop In Store:
Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop @ Kenai Safeway
(Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
10:00am-7:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

♡ DM: Send a message to place order & pay.

♡ Shop Online: https://willowptarmigan.com

Local Pick Up & Shipping to Anywhere AK, HI & Lower 48.

Cheers,
Emma

08/12/2026

Spotlight on Christina Algo Especial Engraving! She's totally made a splash at the store with her wonderful original engraved art that includes keychains, magnets, decorative boards and paddles only available in store. We support all our maker family in and outside of the shop, so make sure to show her some love at this event!

Cheers,
Emma

Don't forget! August 21st and 22nd I'll be at Chelsey’s Ink LLC - C. Ink for a pop up booth 🥳

08/09/2026

Weekend arrivals!

• Beautiful Alaska flag colored AK local handmade bead earrings - Only 2 available!

• Fresh drops from Angela @ Bells Crochet and Craft Co: Bill & Ted Salmon who love excellent adventures on the Kenai, Big Bubba Blue Whale, Kingston the Otter and the Lil Bear Trio: Polar, Brown & Black who need to be named!

Stop by Tuesday or reserve them now!

♡ Shop In Store:
Willow Ptarmigan Gift Shop @ Kenai Safeway
(Strip mall to the left of Kenai Safeway, 2 doors down from AT&T)
10672 Kenai Spur Hwy #104, Kenai AK 99611
10:00am-7:00pm, Tues-Sat | 907.971.0767 Call/Text

♡ DM: Send a Message to place order & pay.

Local Pick Up & Shipping to Anywhere AK, HI & Lower 48.

Cheers,
Emma