Shops that accept product pitches by email

Pink Olive

Eclectic gift shop of 'beautiful, inspiring and thoughtful' items; actively seeks new artists whose work complements the current assortment.

A.MANO Brooklyn

Gift and stationery shop with curated home décor, Brooklyn artists' work, greeting cards and a small café.

Catbird

Brooklyn jewelry shop; asks for a list of stores already selling your goods.

Driggs Mercantile

Owner-curated, 'very selective' but open to new brands and artists. Sister store Red Pearl nearby.

Flushing Town Hall Gift Shop

Since 2009 features Queens and Long Island artists: jewelers, ceramic artists, fine printmakers, musicians' CDs. Currently looking for new artists.

Love Adorned

Original jewelry, art and objects from collections with limited global distribution; 'artistry over commerciality'.

DOORS NYC

Concept store + independent fashion PR showroom; 100+ independent designers, many exclusive in the US.

New York Historical Museum Store

Museum store focused on New York history; NY-themed gifts, books, ornaments.

Museum of the City of New York Shop

Everything must reflect the history and culture of New York City.

New Museum Store

Contemporary art museum store.

The Store at MAD

Museum of Arts and Design store; artist-made craft and design.

ESQUELETO

Jewelry shop carrying designers and artists; New York store on Elizabeth St.

KinKa

Salon gallery + store; also features culinary products from local growers and makers.

Magpie

Brick-and-mortar shop with more product in-store than online; limited space, selective.

Exit9 Gift Emporium

Mom-and-pop gift shop; 'unique, whimsical, quirky and functional', off-beat books, themed versions of everyday items.

Pema New York

Brooklyn shop curating a 'collection of artists'.

BEAM

Home and lifestyle goods mixing iconic brands with emerging artists and designers; waterfront store (also Hudson, NY).

Coil & Cord

Queer-owned rope studio and creative space building out a retail section of local makers' goods; also hosts makers markets.

The Wild

Greenpoint shop that loves supporting local makers and artists.

SHOP Cooper Hewitt

Shop of the Smithsonian design museum.

Guggenheim Store

Guggenheim Museum store.

Whitney Museum Shop

Whitney Museum of American Art shop.

Leanna Lin's Wonderland

Playful gift shop + art gallery 'for the young at heart'; focus on California and West Coast artists and brands. Won't carry lines already sold elsewhere in Eagle Rock (90041).

Merci Milo

Small family-owned shop of handmade, unique toys and accessories for children from local artisans, traditional toy makers, 'creative mamas' and global brands.

Heads up: Still an LA shop: the Highland Park store at 6017 Echo Street is open daily.

LAKE

Boutique since 2007 'committed to bringing independent artisans into our neighborhood': gifts, natural apothecary, clothing and jewelry.

General Store

'Simple, well-made things' imagined and crafted by artists and makers; supports a network of independent artists. Sister store in San Francisco.

Cookbook

Neighborhood market and grocery.

North Figueroa Bookshop

General-interest bookstore run by LA publishers Rare Bird and Unnamed Press; connects the independent publishing community with readers in Highland Park, Glassell Park and Eagle Rock.

Urbanic Paper Boutique

Paper and design boutique sourcing 'the best-of-the-best from makers all over the world'; blends modern style and vintage charm.

Craft Contemporary Shop

Museum shop that independently sources most products; open to handmade, artist and artisan-made work. The museum also runs juried Makers Market and Holiday Marketplace events.

Vroman's Bookstore

Pasadena bookstore that 'is proud to support local authors.' Authors must affirm no AI was used in producing the book.

Heads up: The consignment route is a paid program: the author pays $298 up front.

WACKO / Soap Plant

Pop-culture gift and book emporium with the La Luz de Jesus art gallery inside (gallery submissions go to info@laluzdejesus.com).

re_ grocery

Refill grocery store fighting plastic packaging; looks for sustainable, thoughtfully made products. Also has a Studio City location.

Shout and About

Gift shop opened in 2015; second shop in Carlsbad (opened 2022). Owner-run.

The Secret Headquarters

Comic book shop that prefers comics or primarily comic-based zines it can sell; also publishes under SHQ Publishing.

FOLD Gallery & Shop

Gallery and shop above The Last Bookstore with heavy tourist foot traffic; shows painting, sculpture, mixed media, photography, fiber art and illustration.

Skylight Books

Independent bookstore with a zine section.

Heads up: We couldn't open skylightbooks.com directly (it blocks automated checks).

Lundeen's

Gift shop across from City Hall that's 'always excited to discover new makers and thoughtfully designed products.' Offers complimentary gift wrap.

Myrtle

Shop for brands created or co-created by a visible female designer with an interest in sustainable manufacture; also carries apothecary, home and gift items by female designers. In Echo Park 2011-2017, now at ROW DTLA.

Shorthand

Stationery shop ('for the love of your desk') that's 'always on the hunt for new products' but has a very specific aesthetic. Third store in San Anselmo.

Chevalier's Books

Larchmont bookstore that moved across the street to a larger space in January 2021; separate form for event pitches.

Broome St. General Store

General store and cafe with a Silver Lake flagship and a shop at Platform in Culver City.

Junior High

Multipurpose gallery and events space whose consignment shop is all small-batch, one-of-a-kind work handmade by local artisans; shop is always in rotation.

Flintridge Bookstore

Independent bookstore with a consignment program to feature local authors.

Paper Plant Co.

Stationery, home and gift boutique in Historic Chinatown with a strong Japanese stationery assortment.

Gallery Nucleus

Gallery since 2004 with a boutique bookstore/gift shop up front, focused on illustrated and entertainment art. Second location in Portland.

Magpi

'A Place to Gather Beautiful Things': apparel, home décor, artisan-made goods, vintage finds, gifts and pantry items. Second store in Cedar Glen (Lake Arrowhead).

South Pas Vintage

Vintage shop with rack rentals and memberships, plus artist and handmade tables (personal branding allowed for artists only). Sister shop Monrovia Vintage.

Heads up: Mainly a vintage and rack-rental shop; the artist table is one of several consignment options.

SOW

Chicago boutique for local artisans' handmade goods, art, jewelry, textiles, souvenirs and gifts.

Heads up: Their page says there's a likelihood they'll use a waitlist 'as we proceed through the summer season'.

Local Eclectic

Jewelry and accessories boutique carrying independent designers, plus its own one-of-a-kind (OOAK) pieces.

Milk Handmade

Andersonville shop selling exclusively sustainably and ethically made clothing, jewelry, apothecary and home goods.

Ponnopozz Art and Gifts

Art and gift shop with a 'fun, colorful, quirky and joyful' aesthetic that spotlights small businesses.

Sheep Cult Comics

Indie comic and bookstore selling mostly local Chicagoans' work on consignment, plus small presses.

Heads up: Consignment is mentioned only on their About page; there's no dedicated submissions page or published terms.

Neighborly

Woman-owned home and gift shop of independently made goods, supporting 200+ small businesses.

Heads up: Two shops (Lincoln Square and Wicker Park).

Merz Apothecary

Lincoln Square apothecary; sister online shop Smallflower.

Heads up: Only a submissions email is published; there are no guidelines.

The Dropped Stitch

Yarn shop, fiber arts emporium and tiny secondhand bookstore with hand-crafted gifts and classes by local artists.

Heads up: Consignment is a one-line mention on their homepage; no terms are published.

Active Sector MFG

Creative studio with a curated showroom and store of original works, prints and objects.

Heads up: Mainly a design studio.

Newberry Library Bookshop

Bookshop of the Newberry, Chicago's independent research library.

CCC Design Store (Chinese Culture Center)

Chinese Culture Center's design store in historic Chinatown, focused on artists from Asian American, immigrant, BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities; many pieces are one-of-a-kind or limited edition.

Local Take

Castro shop carrying Bay Area artists' and designers' work on consignment.

The Perish Trust

Modern-day general store (since 2008) of home, hearth and old-fashioned hospitality goods, rooted in craftsmanship, history and design; also hosts artist shows.

Cape & Cowl Comics

Oakland comic shop with a local-artist consignment display for self-published comics, zines, prints and pins.

Heads up: Terms are from a 2019 consignment agreement; check they're current.

Cha May Ching Museum Boutique (Asian Art Museum)

Asian Art Museum's store: apparel, jewelry, ceramics, tableware, cards and stationery, kids' games and toys, and books on Asian art and culture.

OMCA Store (Oakland Museum of California)

Oakland Museum of California's store, focused on California and Bay Area-made products tied to its art, history and natural sciences galleries.

The Booksmith

Haight Street independent bookstore stocking books and magazines from traditional and nontraditional publishers, plus cards and gift sidelines.

Heads up: Street address taken from a search snippet of their site (booksmith.com blocked direct fetching); verify before publishing.

Green Apple Books

Independent new and used bookstore with three SF stores (Clement St, Books on the Park, Browser Books); selective about consignment titles.

Heads up: Unsold copies must be picked up within two weeks of notice or go in the free box.

Paxton Gate

Curiosity shop of ethically sourced taxidermy, bones, oddities, plants and gifts; stores in SF and Portland.

Heads up: Also has a Portland store (4204 N.

Bay-Made

Grand Lake gift shop (since 2017) run by two Lake Merritt makers, acting as a 'permanent local art and crafts fair' for Bay Area artists and makers.

Heads up: Collective memberships are closed and the portal is down; only limited email/Instagram submissions.

Lesley Evers (Rockridge)

Clothing designer's own Rockridge store that also features local designers and makers on consignment.

Heads up: This is a designer brand's own store, not a multi-brand boutique.

Needles & Pens

Mission zine, art and DIY shop that sells most of its stock (zines, clothing and more) on consignment.

Dog Eared Books Valencia

Mission new and used general-interest bookstore.

Heads up: Not consignment: they buy the book outright for store credit.

Columbia City Gallery Gift Shop

Gift shop inside a Columbia City community gallery, carrying functional art, home decor, gifts and jewelry by local artists and craftspeople.

Station 7

Capitol Hill shop at 15th and Harrison that takes artist and vendor submissions.

Big Whale Consignment

Vintage furniture, art and decor consignment store with an in-store makers market of local artists' ceramics, art, candles and home wares.

Heads up: The store mainly resells vintage furniture and decor; the makers market is one section.

Seattle ReCreative

Nonprofit creative-reuse store whose retail gallery shows month-long exhibitions of art made from reclaimed materials.

Heads up: It's a gallery exhibition slot, not ongoing shelf space.

Third Place Books

Independent bookstore with three locations in Seattle and Lake Forest Park, taking local consignment titles chosen on local interest, production quality, season and shelf space.

Heads up: Each location (Ravenna, Seward Park, Lake Forest Park) manages its own consignment titles.

Pipe and Row

Fremont women's boutique (since 2014) mixing local artists and international designers.

Edmonds Bookshop

Long-running downtown Edmonds independent bookstore that supports local authors.

Heads up: Street address is from a search snippet of their contact page.

Bainbridge Arts & Crafts

Nonprofit gallery and shop on Winslow Way showing artists and craftspeople, with retail and exhibition opportunities.

Heads up: Terms or commission aren't published.

BIMA Museum Store (Bainbridge Island Museum of Art)

Bainbridge Island Museum of Art's store, consigning work by artists.

CITRINE design shop

Design shop in Issaquah's Gilman Village carrying designers and makers' brands.

SAM Shop (Seattle Art Museum)

Seattle Art Museum's shop and gallery, focused on local and living artists: jewelry, crafts, textiles, books, toys and Northwest Native design.

Heads up: No published submission process: the only contact is the general store email (store@seattleartmuseum.org).

Elliott Bay Book Company

Landmark Capitol Hill independent bookstore with near-daily author events.

Heads up: Review can take several weeks, and no new consignments are reviewed or accepted from November 15 to January 15.

Experiment PDX

Southeast Portland gift shop and gallery interested in local artists for consignment, installations and gallery events.

Crafty Wonderland

Portland handmade shop with two stores (Downtown and Alberta) that also runs the city's Crafty Wonderland art and craft markets.

Heads up: Two Portland stores; the page lists the street addresses without ZIP codes.

TWIST

Artist-owned shop selling fine crafts and jewelry for over twenty-five years.

Heads up: They don't reply to individual submissions.

Annie Bloom's Books

Multnomah Village independent bookstore that supports local authors who actively promote indie bookstores.

Floating World Comics

Comics shop and independent publisher (since 2006) carrying genre, literary and art comics; now in Pioneer Place downtown.

Heads up: Pick up unsold books within 3 months; after about a year unsold items are discounted or donated.

MadeHere

Pearl District shop for nearly 200 makers from the greater Portland area.

Mother Foucault's Bookshop

Used bookstore specializing in foreign-language, philosophy and rare collectible titles, with readings Thursday-Saturday.

Heads up: Mainly a used bookstore; they only order new books in extremely rare cases.

Pop-Local

Vancouver waterfront shop for 300+ local brands, run by the team behind Night Market Vancouver; staff handle all merchandising and sales.

Heads up: In Vancouver, WA (part of the Portland metro list).

Jan's Paperbacks

Long-running used and new bookstore (with Arcade Book Exchange) on SW Scholls Ferry Rd, near Beaverton.

Heads up: Thin details: the FAQ just invites local artists to email about consignment.

Second Shapes Bookstore

Kenton used bookstore with zines, art and new books from local authors and small presses, plus a community room for workshops and events.

Heads up: Their consign page says new consignors would be accepted from September 2026; it's unclear whether intake is open now, so email to check.

Paloma Consignment

Women's clothing and accessories consignment boutique building a curated collection of goods from local Austin makers and emerging small brands.

Heads up: They prioritize locally rooted Austin brands but consider small brands from anywhere.

APL Shop (Austin Public Library)

Central Library gift shop selling library-branded merchandise, book-themed products and locally sourced gifts; purchases support the library.

BookPeople

Austin's large independent bookstore (since 1970), hosting 300+ author events a year.

Heads up: ADDRESS NOT ON THEIR SITE: the street address comes from outside sources.

Bullock Museum Store & Capitol Gift Shops

State Preservation Board retail for the Bullock Texas State History Museum Store and Capitol Gift Shops, favoring educational, Texas-made products.

Heads up: No products promoting universities, pro sports teams or Texas cities/regions other than Austin.

Old Bakery & Emporium Artisan Emporium

City-run shop in an 1876 Congress Avenue building selling handmade work by local Austin artists over 50.

Heads up: Open only to Austin artists aged 50 and over.

Austin Art Garage

South Austin gallery (since 2007) showing affordable original work by local artists without sales pressure.

Heads up: Often at capacity; they don't reply to every submission.

Paper Work

South Congress shop hosting independent print artists and makers, holding space for BIPOC and underrepresented artists alongside long-time Austin artists.

The Herb Bar

Herbal apothecary stocking 100+ organic and wildcrafted herbs, roots and resins plus house-made blends, with classes and events; recently moved to Austin.

Heads up: Email first; don't drop off samples.

The Clay Studio Gallery Shop

Storefront of the nonprofit Clay Studio (founded 1974), carrying functional ceramics from about 75 artists from across the country, with a 168-piece mug wall.

Heads up: Ceramics only.

A Novel Idea on Passyunk

Independent new-and-used bookstore on East Passyunk hosting 100+ events a year, including book clubs and tarot readings.

Heads up: No books written with AI or with AI-made covers.

Collingsweird

Apparel and gift shop where 100% of the inventory is made locally, by 50+ artists from in and around South Jersey.

Heads up: Space is limited.

Charmed On South

Vintage-inspired boutique and charm bar on South Street mixing vintage finds, handmade jewelry, local art and small-batch goods from independent makers.

Heads up: The site invites artists but states no submission process or terms.

Philadelphia Independents

Old City shop selling only handmade goods by independent Philadelphia-area artists.

Heads up: You must make the work yourself and live or work in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware or Montgomery county.

Art Star

Long-running Philly shop of handmade goods by independent artists, now inside the Independence Visitor Center.

Weavers Way Co-op

Member-owned food co-op with stores in Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill and Ambler, sourcing fresh, local goods.

Heads up: Strict ingredient standards (e.g.

South Philly Food Co-op

Community-owned grocery co-op building relationships with farmers, producers and cooperatives.

Heads up: They prioritize local (within 100 miles) and regional producers and minority-owned businesses.

OMOI Life Goods

Japanese-inspired stationery and life-goods shop in Old City, open since 2006.

Moon + Arrow

Handmade boutique curating handmade, sustainable and ethically sourced goods and supporting local makers.

Heads up: Visiting Artist program terms aren't stated, and the application form requires a Google sign-in, so its contents weren't read.

I Heart Denver Store

Downtown gift shop and artist incubator (since 2011) carrying products from 200+ Colorado artists, designers and creative businesses, plus Denver- and Colorado-themed gifts.

Heads up: Colorado-based artists, designers and creative businesses only.

Fern and Skye

South Broadway shop selling its own wildflower-and-wanderlust art line plus goods by 60+ local makers.

Heads up: Colorado-based makers only, who make or design their own goods (no curators) and can restock in person or ship.

Tattered Cover

Denver's best-known independent bookstore, with several locations around the metro.

Heads up: Their site names the Local Author Consignment Program but gives no requirements or terms; ask by email.

Denver Book Society

Two-floor independent bookstore, bar and cafe in Capitol Hill.

Heads up: Paid program: consignment requires booking a paid author event.

Show of Hands

Cherry Creek gift gallery (their 'Happy Place') showing work by artists.

Heads up: Submissions aren't reviewed during the holiday season (November and December).

Wax Trax Records

Long-running Denver record store that sells Colorado artists' releases on consignment and lists them in its online store.

Heads up: For Colorado musicians' releases only.

Adorne Artisan Jewelry & Goods

Golden jewelry studio-shop where Sarah DeAngelo makes hand-stamped silver jewelry in house, alongside other artisan goods.

Boulder Fastframe

Frame shop with a wall for local artists' exhibits on a rotating two-month schedule, plus showcase events.

Heads up: An exhibit, not ongoing shelf space: at least 8 pieces, framed and ready to hang, delivered within three days of opening.

The New Local

Artist-founded, women-led nonprofit gallery exhibiting about 90 local women and non-binary creators, with workshops and studios.

Not accepting right now. The Term VIII call closed July 31, 2026; no date for the next call is given.

Made in TN

Local shop selling only Tennessee-made gifts, with four stores around Nashville and Franklin plus custom corporate gifting.

Heads up: Tennessee-made products only.

Southern Underground Gallery

Contemporary gallery in the Shops at Leiper's Corner featuring up-and-coming Tennessee artists, plus a youth artist program.

Heads up: The artist handles insurance and delivery to and from the gallery.

Turnip Green Creative Reuse Artist Marketplace

Nonprofit creative-reuse center whose Artist Marketplace sells handmade art, decor, gifts and jewelry by local and regional reuse artists.

Heads up: Reuse-materials work only.

Grimey's New & Preloved Music

East Nashville's landmark record store, with new and used music, a bookstore and free in-store shows for new physical releases.

Heads up: Local musicians only.

Bennett Galleries

Green Hills gallery of modern, traditional and abstract work, mainly canvases and works on board, often very large.

Heads up: Representation gallery, not shelf space.

Random Sample

Small Charlotte Ave gallery open weekends, showing solo and group exhibitions.

Heads up: An exhibition slot, not ongoing shelf space; terms aren't published.

Turnip Truck Natural Market

Independent natural grocer with four Nashville stores and one of the area's biggest selections of local goods.

Heads up: Products must be 100% natural (no artificial colors, sweeteners, fillers, preservatives or flavors).

Centennial Art Center Gallery

Metro Parks gallery at Centennial Park hosting six shows a year by local and regional professional and emerging artists.

Heads up: An exhibition slot, not ongoing shelf space.

Fairytales Bookstore

Nashville's tiniest children's bookstore (168 sq ft) in Five Points, owned by local author Kelly Byrd: kids' books, toys, crafts, games and art supplies, with local authors' and artists' work.

Heads up: Children's books for ages 0-13 only.

Diversity Consignment

Jamaica Plain consignment shop for clothing, art and design, with a separate program for original work by local artists and designers.

Heads up: Paid program: $20 account opening fee for the artist program.

Cambridge Artists' Cooperative

Artist-owned and -operated shop of contemporary American craft in Harvard Square since 1988, with work by 150+ artists.

Heads up: Jurying pauses in November and December.

Pod

Corner shop (since 1998) of quiet, well-designed homewares, found objects, women's apparel and personal care.

Heads up: Terms aren't published.

Brookline Booksmith

Coolidge Corner independent bookstore since 1961, known for gifts, a used book cellar and 200+ events a year.

Heads up: Not all books are accepted.

Fire Opal

Shop of American handmade jewelry, ceramics and gifts, made by artists or in their studios.

Heads up: Products must be made by the artist or in their studio, with sustainable practices.

MFA Boston Shop

The Museum of Fine Arts' shops at the Huntington Ave entrance and in the museum, plus online.

Heads up: They can't respond to every submission.

Gift at the Gardner

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's shop: curated books, stationery, jewelry and home decor reflecting the museum's eclectic style. No admission needed to shop.

Heads up: High volume of submissions; they get back only if it's a fit.

City Feed and Supply

Jamaica Plain neighborhood grocery and cafe with two stores.

Heads up: The only process is a new-products email address on their contact page; no criteria or terms are published.

Wild Oats & Billy Goats

Folk art and handcraft gallery-shop on the Decatur square since 2010, with a second store in New Smyrna Beach, FL.

Heads up: Georgia and Florida artists only.

Charis Books & More

Feminist bookstore, now in Decatur across from Agnes Scott College, with the nonprofit Charis Circle running events.

Heads up: Consignment only for local authors, and not by mail.

Eagle Eye Book Shop

Independent general bookstore in Decatur with a Georgia Authors section.

Not accepting right now. The Georgia Author Program is on hold until further notice (updated 6/25/26).

Empire Arts Gallery (boutique)

Woman-owned gallery with a boutique that features local Atlanta artists.

Heads up: Atlanta-area artists only; no AI-generated work.

Oxford Comics & Games

Long-running Atlanta comics, games and pop-culture shop.

Heads up: Atlanta-based artists only, consignment only.

Brave + Kind Bookshop

Decatur children's and family bookstore that also works with local authors on school visits and events.

Heads up: No consignment or independently published titles outside Ingram.

Garage Door Studio

Avondale Estates gallery and retail shop (since 2014) of local art and handmade goods from 80+ artists, plus workshops.

Not accepting right now. They won't review new artists until January 2027 (submissions still accepted).

Tassili's Raw Reality Cafe

West End raw vegan cafe that stocks refrigerated goods, dry goods, snacks and drinks from outside vendors.

Heads up: Food products only: needs a ServSafe Food Handler certificate and FDA/GDA labeling.

Evimero Marketplace

Curated gift shop in Milton's Crabapple Market selling ethically sourced, handmade goods from local makers and fair-trade groups, plus custom gift boxes.

Heads up: Paid program: rent plus a percentage of sales, amounts not published.

From the Well

Neighborhood bakery and shop in Roswell: naturally leavened bread, a cafe, wine, and seasonal, mostly local provisions, flowers and market goods.

Heads up: The only process is an email address; terms aren't published.

i like you

Handmade-gift shop of local and independent makers, now two stores (Northeast Minneapolis and St. Paul) and 300+ artists over 18 years.

Heads up: 3-mile exclusivity on the same products.

Textile Center Shop

Fiber-art center with a year-round retail shop that more than doubles into the galleries each November-December.

Not accepting right now. The 2026 call for new artists closed August 12; the next annual call isn't dated.

Next Chapter Booksellers

St. Paul general independent bookstore.

Heads up: No consignment requests in November-December (held to the new year).

Red Balloon Bookshop

Children's bookshop in St. Paul.

Heads up: No new consignments November 1–January 3. Titles available through Ingram don't qualify.

Seward Community Co-op

Minneapolis grocery co-op with two full-service stores and a cafe.

Heads up: They prioritize organic, fair-trade, minimally processed products and local, small or underrepresented-owned businesses.

Mississippi Market Co-op

St. Paul grocery co-op (three stores) supporting small local businesses and farms.

Heads up: Preference for organic, local, fair-trade, ethically produced, minimally packaged, women- and BIPOC-owned products.

The Store at Mia

Museum store of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Heads up: They reach out only if there's an opportunity; they can't respond to every submission.

Boneshaker Books

Volunteer-run radical bookstore in the Wedge neighborhood.

Heads up: In person only, no mail.

Guthrie Theater Store

Theater gift shop of handpicked gifts, open mostly in the evenings before performances.

Heads up: Terms aren't published.

Milkweed Books

Independent bookstore of the nonprofit publisher Milkweed Editions, inside the Open Book literary center.

Heads up: No stocking policy published beyond the manager's email.

The Second Hand

Tabletop-gaming store and venue that prioritizes local creators: dice, minis, soaps and more.

Heads up: Gaming-focused.

Explore Store at the Science Museum of Minnesota

Science museum store of STEM-themed gifts and toys.

Heads up: They prioritize independent makers, especially BIPOC or LGBTQ+, with STEM, natural history or sustainability themes.

The Future

South Minneapolis gift shop that's always looking for new artists and designers, with a consignment collection and residencies.

Heads up: Small team; you may not hear back.

The Phoenix

Curated Georgetown lifestyle shop with a sustainability focus: clothing, jewelry and home collections from designers and artists.

Heads up: Because of the volume of inquiries, they contact you only if they're interested in carrying your work.

Urban Dwell

Independent, veteran-owned boutique gift shop: home decor, accessories, books and stationery, kitchen items and baby gifts.

Heads up: The only process is an email address; terms and response policy aren't published.

Politics and Prose

Washington's best-known independent bookstore, with several locations.

Heads up: Paid program: $30 handling fee, plus membership for two years (currently $85) unless you've already been a member that long.

Diament

Jeweler-owned gift shop of small, mostly women-owned brands: candles, cards, baby gifts, jewelry, home decor and handmade gifts.

Heads up: They prefer to buy from women-owned businesses but accept requests from anyone.

National Museum of African American History and Culture Museum Store

Smithsonian museum store of crafts, publications and recordings illustrating the African American experience.

Heads up: They can't respond to individual proposals and will notify you only if interested.

National Museum of the American Indian Museum Stores

Smithsonian museum stores (Washington, DC and New York) presenting Native American crafts, publications and recordings.

Heads up: Native artisans only, with authenticity documentation under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act.

Little District Books

Self-described queerest bookstore in DC, with an art consignment program for local LGBTQIA+ artists.

Heads up: Art consignment is for LGBTQIA+ DMV artists who can drop off and pick up their own work.

Hillwood Museum Shop

Museum shop of Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.

Heads up: Buyers review submissions year-round for seasonal assortments and exhibitions.

Pangaea Outpost

Multi-merchant marketplace of about 70 independent shops in a 12,000 sq ft building in Pacific Beach.

Heads up: Paid program: rent of $100-$3,000 a month depending on size and location, plus 17% commission.

Gallery at Land's End

Small frame shop and gift shop in Pacific Beach selling locally made, handcrafted goods.

Heads up: San Diego County makers only, and no reselling.

THE MUSEUM STORE at Oceanside Museum of Art

Museum store with original work by exhibiting artists, artisan goods from local makers, OMA merch, jewelry and books. Free to enter.

Heads up: The only process is an email address; no terms are published.

TABOO STUDIO

Jewelry studio and shop in Mission Hills representing contemporary art-jewelry makers for over 25 years.

Heads up: They contact you only if your work fits, and review can take several weeks.

Artelexia

Mexican-inspired gift, home and craft shop in North Park.

Heads up: Samples aren't accepted at the store, and items left there for review won't be considered.

Oceanside Art Collective

Curated creative space in downtown Oceanside combining local makers' retail with art workshops and community events.

Heads up: Paid tiers: $30 or $50 a month shelf rent; the $0 tier needs a 7-hour shift.

Thread Spun

Sustainable lifestyle boutique in Encinitas with ethically made apparel, home goods, beauty and gifts, plus maker workshops.

Heads up: High volume of submissions; don't be discouraged if you don't hear back quickly.

Refill Pantry SD

Latina-owned plastic-free refill shop in Clairemont selling home, cleaning, beauty, pet and kids' essentials.

Blue Willow Bookshop

West Houston's neighborhood bookshop, at the corner of Memorial and Dairy Ashford since 1996 (a bookshop on that site since 1973).

Heads up: Paid program: $25 administrative fee. Greater Houston authors only.

Brazos Bookstore

Independent literary bookstore in Houston since 1974, owned by a group of Houstonians; strong in literature, art and architecture, and children's books.

Heads up: The 2026 consignment window has closed (it reopens in late spring/early summer). Stocking requests for distributed books stay open.

Space Montrose

Montrose shop featuring 200+ independent brands, highlighting artists and creators who live and craft in the USA.

Heads up: No terms are published, and they can't promise everyone a response.

Chardé Jewelers

Houston jewelry store since 1987 carrying 100+ designers, from fashion to fine jewelry, including local designers.

Heads up: The only process is an invitation to email designer suggestions; no terms are published.

The Adventure Begins

Game and hobby store that hosts original art by local artists on its walls and shelves.

SisStore Joy Christian Bookstore

Christian bookstore celebrating Black women authors and artisans.

Heads up: Paid program: $49.99 a month plus 20% of sales.

The Dock Bookshop

East Fort Worth bookshop whose Lighthouse program connects readers with local and self-published authors; also runs book festivals and Africa & African Diaspora programming.

Heads up: Paid program: an annual Lighthouse fee ($25-$300) is required for placement.

The Mercantile

Fort Worth dealer mall of 200+ booths for home decor, antiques, fashion, collectibles, jewelry and furniture.

Heads up: Paid program: booth rent (amount not published) plus a 10% commission and a work-hours requirement.

Green Thistle

Sustainability-minded Race Street shop of handcrafted and upcycled goods from mostly local artists.

Heads up: The only process is an invitation to get in touch; no terms are published.

Amon Carter Museum Shop

Shop of the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, with art-inspired products, artisan-made items, prints, books and toys.

Heads up: Because of high volume, they can't respond to every submission.

Bewitched Denton

Denton's first brick-and-mortar Pagan, witchy and metaphysical shop, welcoming BIPOC and LGBTQ+ seekers.

Heads up: Highly selective with limited space.

NRH Hive Collective

Locally owned, curated maker and boutique collective on Grapevine Highway, with workshops, seasonal markets and a tea room.

Heads up: Paid program: booth rent, quoted after application review.

The Garden District Book Shop

Garden District bookshop inside The Rink, with Bar Epilogue, a monthly book club and author events.

Heads up: Consignment is only for independently published authors living in the New Orleans metro area.

Baldwin & Co.

Bookstore and coffee shop on Elysian Fields that hosts book festivals and events.

Heads up: No explicit submission process, only the IngramSpark note.

The JAM Shoppe at JAMNOLA

Gift shop of JAMNOLA, the Frenchmen Street immersive art experience, prioritizing New Orleans-based small businesses and makers.

Heads up: New Orleans-based makers only.

Miette

Whimsical Magazine Street artist shop ('little artist warren') celebrating handmade art and Mardi Gras float art.

Heads up: Handmade only: no work whose primary creative content was generated by AI.

Home Malone

Small New Orleans shop of art and gifts designed and made in the Deep South, with two locations.

Heads up: Deep South-made only.

Merchant House

Vintage shop, creative hub and event space in a restored historic warehouse on Magazine Street.

Heads up: Mostly vintage and antique furniture and decor; artist and artisan arrangements are offered, but terms aren't published.

Le Boulevard Marketplace

8,000 sq ft Metairie marketplace showing 150 local artists and vendors, plus fine consignment of antiques and furnishings.

Heads up: Paid program: booth rent is in their Booth Rental Agreement PDF, not on the page; 3-month minimum lease.

C'Mere

French Quarter shop of art, handmade things and vintage clothing by local New Orleans artists, run by a tiny-food jewelry maker.

Heads up: Only an open invitation to get in touch; no terms are published.

Redoux Home Market

Northshore collective of 80+ small businesses under one roof in Mandeville: clothing, home decor, furniture, gifts, handmade goods and original art.

Heads up: Paid program: shelf or booth rent (amounts not published).

Ox Lot Books

Independent bookstore on Covington's Lee Lane that also carries work by local artists and makers.

Heads up: No walk-ins without an appointment and no phone pitches.