Stores in Illinois That Buy Handmade
These 7 shops say they look for handmade, handcrafted or artisan-made work. All are in Illinois; see all 50 nationwide.
The 7 shops
SOW
Chicago boutique for local artisans' handmade goods, art, jewelry, textiles, souvenirs and gifts.
Heads up: Their page says there's a likelihood they'll use a waitlist 'as we proceed through the summer season'.
Local Eclectic
Jewelry and accessories boutique carrying independent designers, plus its own one-of-a-kind (OOAK) pieces.
Paperish Mess
Storefront and art gallery (since 2012) with original art and handmade goods from 200+ independent artists; open to vendors 'from Chicago, the Midwest and beyond'.
Andersonville Galleria
Three-story indoor marketplace for artists, craftspeople and artisans, from prints and functional art to homewares, jewelry and clothing.
Heads up: Not accepting new vendor applications until after January 7, 2027.
Neighborly
Woman-owned home and gift shop of independently made goods, supporting 200+ small businesses.
Heads up: Two shops (Lincoln Square and Wicker Park).
Wolfbait & B-Girls
'Chicago's Handmade Marketplace' for Chicagoland makers' own work.
The Dropped Stitch
Yarn shop, fiber arts emporium and tiny secondhand bookstore with hand-crafted gifts and classes by local artists.
Heads up: Consignment is a one-line mention on their homepage; no terms are published.