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Supporting Local Ladies

July 7, 2017

Curious Clay

Welcome to our latest blog series that highlights a list of ladies local to the Philadelphia area that are selling their art, handmade goods, and services. To keep the series going, each local maker is asked to recommend a fellow kickass lady for the next list. Make sure to check out the previous posts and support these incredible makers and shakers!

Meadowsweet Mercantile

Vintage + Handmade

Meadowsweet Mercantile is the perfect vintage, reclaimed, handmade shop you’ve been looking for. Located on 2nd Street in Old City, you can find a careful selection of bohemian, rocker, and minimalist clothing and accessories, as well as an impressive array of handmade goods.

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Souvenir Jewelry

Handmade Jewelry

If you’re looking for badass handmade jewelry that has a little rock n roll flair, check out Souvenir Jewelry. The collection includes rings that say ‘Babe’, necklaces that say ‘Peachy Keen’, barbed wire earrings, and more. Look out for her flagship store opening this summer!

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Aubrie Costello

Silk Graffiti

If you’ve seen words and phrases sewn beautifully into silk banners draped around the city, you’ve come across Aubrie Costello’s work. On her website, you can order custom made flags, tags, tablescapes, and even live installations. She also has her ‘Farewell’ crewnecks for sale in her shop.

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Adorn Lex

Handcrafted Apparel + Accessories

Think custom leather bags, clutches, backpacks, and outerwear. When it comes to handcrafted apparel and accessories, Ali Orth is ahead of the game. You can find Adorn Lex’s items at Ritual Ritual in Northern Liberties, or you can contact her directly for custom orders.

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The Stranded Nomad

Hand-Stitched Goods

We love the Stranded Nomad’s various custom, hand-embroidered pieces. From work jackets, patches, aprons, and wedding hoop art, the possibilities are endless when it comes to getting custom hand stitched products.

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ZOLA

Jewelry + Objects

Gabrielle’s shop is filled with a handcrafted line of sculptural jewelry and objects. Her asymmetric Shape & Balance necklaces, colorful ceramic dishes, geometric hanging planters, and dash mugs are all must-haves. So if your birthday is coming up or you just want to treat yourself, check out her shop.

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Night Owl Designs

Kitschy Jewelry + Housewares

If you’re a pop culture fan, Night Owl Designs has you covered. Her shop has jewelry, buttons, switchplates, all inspired by pop culture and cult classic icons. Who doesn’t need Fuller from Home Alone holding a Pepsi can earrings, am I right?

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Barnet Fair

Hair Salon

Located in Old City, Barnet Fair is home to a unique team of very talented stylists. If you’ve been thinking about switching up your look, check out their continuous stream of fresh styles on their Instagram. Their salon is beautiful, too!

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Curious Clay

Clay Objects

Curious Clay’s shop is filled with unique jewelry, mugs, planters, dishes, spoons, you name it. She beautifully combines colors and patterns in her work, creating truly unique pieces. If you’re looking for a great gift, check out her shop or catch her at a few upcoming fairs!

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Twig

Workshops + Events

Twig creates custom centerpieces and gardens that will WOW your friends at your next dinner party. Speaking of parties, they offer decorating services for any event and are also available to host DIY tiny garden and terrarium creative workshops.

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Thank you to everyone who participated! If you have anyone that you think should be featured on this list, please email j.betz@thetactilegroup.com with the subject, “Support Local Ladies”.