Can we all just agree that shopping on Amazon sucks. Everything on Amazon is generic, mostly made abroad, and it’s a lot like shopping at Walmart or Target. But honestly, shopping at Target is preferable…At least I actually know who I’m buying from…Amazon is like the Wild West. Before buying you have to read like a 1000 reviews just to make sure it’s not junk or a fake…
Shopping locally is the opposite. The shopping experience is pleasant, the products have been well selected and tested for quality, or drum-roll….made by someone in the building or close by. My favorite thing about local shops is the connection I have with the place; the smell, the pleasant conversations, the fact that I know I’ll find something lovely.
The idea of that all going away is truly heart breaking.
Even though I don’t have a shop anymore, I’m still deeply involved with the community. I couldn’t not be. These are GOOD people. They care, they give back…we don’t want them to go away. I simply won’t accept it.
My mailing list is large and has connections all over the city. And I wanted to reach out, to share some of my favorite shops with YOU. All the shops here has offered something (mostly in the form of a discount) so you won’t forget about them. If you’ve never discovered them, here’s an incentive to try something new. So please shop away! Support local, support your community, and let’s be strong together supporting these local shops, which I consider treasures.
Founded in 2006 by Debbe Hamada, Tilde is a place where you’ll find treasures for yourself and your surroundings, and gifts made with extra thought and love. They hand-pick everything because they adore it, and they think you will too. Small makers make small amounts of things, and they believe small makes all the difference. Tilde is offering 20% off with the code LOCALCARLA
When Katy launched Grayling, she made a conscious decision to hand-make their jewelry in the U.S. which creates local jobs and assures their pieces are of the highest quality. They don't mass produce, and everything is still made by hand, one piece at a time. Grayling is offering 25% off with the code EXTRASPARKLE
Crafty Wonderland is simply what happened when two Portland artists, Cathy and Torie, decided to create a venue where they could sell their own handmade goods and help friends do the same. Both were members of the all-ladies craft collective Portland Super Crafty, and together they conjured up all the things they’d want in a perfect Portland fair. They are offering 20% off with the code LOCALCARLA
at Garnish Apparel Every step of the Garnish clothing production process is completed right here in Portland. It often starts with fabric that connects Erica(the owner) to a special memory, travel destination or even favorite client. She takes meticulous care to create a figure flattering sample which is then hand delivered to one of her local seamstresses or produced in her home studio. Garnish is offering 15% off with code LOCALCARLA
Sarah Bibb designs about 40% of what she carries in Folly. They have their own production facility right in the back of the store… how’s that for local! They make the most beautiful and functional slips, dresses, tops, skirts and pants. Folly is offering 10% off a purchase of $100 or more with the code LOCALCARLA
Way back in 1994, Imelda's arrived in Portland with a fresh style of shoe shopping. They have since expanded into womens apparel, moving into the old Mink location. We are so happy that space was taken over by a favorite business and stylish owners! Shop at imeldas.com while stores are closed and receive a 10% off LIFETIME Friends & Family discount.
Ink and Peat, owned by Pam Zsori (a textile designer by trade) is inspired by personal travel. She incorporates that sense of discovery into ink & peat's design, creating a true lifestyle environment at the boutique. She is offering 10% off your purchase with code LOCALCARLA.
