Austin shops that take makers on consignment
These 8 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.
The 8 shops
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.
Parker + Scott
Community-oriented Austin shop of sustainable goods, from children's toys to home cleaning supplies, from local and women-owned brands.
Heads up: Consignors sign a contract; quantity and pricing are set together with the shop.
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.
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.
BookWoman
Small feminist independent bookstore that is asked to consign about 20 books a week.
Heads up: Contact them only by email, at most once a month, for inventory and payment.
Dear Diary Coffee
East Austin neighborhood coffee shop and queer safe-space sharing its retail space with local makers.
Not accepting right now. The 2027 residency application closed August 15, 2026.
Handcrafts Unlimited
Volunteer-run nonprofit gift shop on the Georgetown Square since 1983, selling handmade work by local senior artisans.
Heads up: Only for artisans aged 50+ from Williamson or adjoining counties.
Paper Work
South Congress shop hosting independent print artists and makers, holding space for BIPOC and underrepresented artists alongside long-time Austin artists.
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