Fort Worth shops accepting new brands
These 6 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 6 shops
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.
The Market at Ridglea
Cooperative boutique retail space in Fort Worth's Ridglea area (sister markets in Roanoke and Aledo).
Not accepting right now. Waitlisted: all locations are currently fully leased.
Gifted
Near Southside lifestyle shop of design-conscious home and personal gifts, many from local makers and small businesses.
Heads up: The only process is an invitation on their contact page to send wholesale inquiries; no terms are published.