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Independent shops in Des Moines that accept new brands

These 10 independent shops in Des Moines 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.

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Outlets of Des Moines · Altoona

JnM Marketplace

Storefront at the Outlets of Des Moines with consigned local vendors and monthly vendor markets.

Heads up: Rent applies even if nothing sells.

FormLong-term consignment, 6-month minimum. Display rent is $15 per sq ft per month + feesGiftsHomeAccessories
Beaverdale · Des Moines

Beaverdale Books

Neighborhood indie bookstore since 2006, with an Iowa Author section of 500+ writers.

Heads up: Books only.

FormIn personEmailConsignmentBooks
Valley Junction · West Des Moines

Iowa Made Market

Brick-and-mortar shop for Iowa artisans in Valley Junction, laid out by department rather than booths.

Heads up: Iowa residents only; items must be handmade or repurposed by you.

EmailPaid rental programGiftsHomeJewelry
Des Moines

Des Moines Art Center Museum Shop

Art museum shop focused on art-related, creative and well-crafted goods.

Heads up: Museum shop.

EmailMailBuys handmade local items and global artisan goods when possibleArtGiftsDesign objects
Merle Hay · Des Moines

Des Moines New Age Shop

Curated metaphysical retail and event space.

Heads up: Products must fit the metaphysical/spiritual focus.

FormPaid rental programWellnessFragranceBooks
Ankeny

Tweedle Dee's

Gift shop full of handcrafted home decor, Iowa-themed gifts, local food and seasonal items.

Heads up: Terms come by email.

EmailVendor terms aren't postedGiftsHomeKitchen
Des Moines

Iowa Food Cooperative

Member-owned online farmers' market for Iowa producers, with pickup sites around central Iowa.

Heads up: Food and local producers only.

FormEmailMember-run online local food market with order cyclesFood & culinaryFood gifts
Highland Park · Des Moines

Des Moines Mercantile

Highland Park shop for hand-crafted everyday goods, mostly Iowa-made.

Heads up: No formal submission page; this is the general contact email.

EmailMostly Iowa-made goodsHomeKitchenStationery
Ames

Octagon Center for the Arts Gallery Shop

Nonprofit art center shop in Ames consigning original work from area artists.

Heads up: Juried once a year.

FormEmailConsignmentArtJewelryCeramics
Main Street · Ames

Dog-Eared Books

Indie bookstore on Ames' Main Street that supports local writers.

Heads up: Books only.

FormNot every title is carried because shelf space is limitedBooks

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