Shopping local is more than a trend. It’s a way to support your neighbors, your friends, the small businesses and independent artists that help make Pittsburgh great. This year, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite locally made items. We think you’ll find something for everyone on this list. Or maybe something for yourself? (You work hard, you deserve it!) Check out the list at the bottom for a schedule of upcoming markets. Support your neighbors, your friends, your community. Shop local. Shop Pittsburgh.
Moop Market Bag | Moop
This bag is built from 100% cotton canvas inside and out. It’s perfect for carrying to the farmers market, the gym, stashing your baby gear, stowing your laptop, carrying books or for a weekend getaway. @moopshop
Moopshop.com – $93
Seasonal Fresh Flower Bouquet | The Farmer’s Daughter
Fresh, vibrant, unique bouquets arranged on site in minutes while you wait. Their Northside shop is located at 431 E. Ohio St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 and is open Tuesday–Friday from 11AM–7PM and Saturday from 11AM–4P. @thefarmersdaughterflower
thefarmersdaughterflowers.com – $25
Yinzer Inkjet Print | Ashley Olinger
Do you love ketchup and bridges? Cookies that smile at you? Show off your love of Pittsburgh with the Yinzer print! @yeahyelhsa
Etsy – $8
Crystals Screenprint Pillow | Garbella
Crystal design screenprinted on this decorative throw pillow for good house vibes. This pillow will pair nicely with a collection of other pillows or it can stand on its own. @garbella
garbelladesign.com – $36
Anther Candle | The Anther Candle Co.
Anther Candles makes the best small batch, hand poured candles from soy wax blends in Pittsburgh, PA. Each candle has a unique scent and comes in a 4 oz or 12 oz size. @anthercandleco
theanthercandleco.com – $12
Pittsburgh Pantone 428C | Commonwealth Press
Because winter is coming, and you want to make sure you’re color matched for the occasion. @cwpress
Compress Merch – $20
Acorn – Woodcut Print, Woodblock Print | Tugboat Printshop
This 13” x 10” Color Woodcut was printed on Natural Kitakata at Tugboat Printshop in Lawrenceville. The beginnings of a mighty oak sprout from an acorn cap. Brown gives way to gold, unfurling then in bright sap green. Geometric patterns pulse with the energy of growth. @tugboatprintshop
tugboatprintshop.com – $85
Hobo Bag with Wallet | Sha’Lari Couture
A handcrafted bag spacious enough for all your essentials and a zippered wallets to secure your money, cell phone, and credit cards. @shalaricoutore
shalaricouture.com – $65
Things Could Be Worse Mugs | Calamityware / Don Moyer
No matter how bad your day is going, these beautiful porcelain Calamityware mugs graciously remind you things could be much worse. @calamityware
calamityware.com – $48
Pittsburgh, City of Bridges Print | strawberryluna
Pittsburgh, City of Bridges is a set designed, illustrated and entirely hand silkscreen printed by strawberryluna studio. These prints are made to either go together as a beautifully matched set, or look great solo too. @strawberryluna
shop.strawberryluna.com – $45
Handmade Cuffs | Studebaker Metals
Durable, beautiful, & responsibly handmade. Before leaving the shop, each item is stamped with the Studebaker maker’s mark and its origin, Pittsburgh. @studebakermetals
studebakermetals.com – $48-80
Steel City Coasters | Outdated Press
This set of 4 Steel City coasters pay tribute to the Pittsburgh’s industrial past and make the perfect stocking stuffer.. Place your drink down and reminisce about the smoke-ry days of Pittsburgh. @outdatedpress
outdatedpress.com – $8
Christmas Tree Koozies | Emily McGaughey
Collapsible foam beer koozies that fit 12 ounce Cans. Hand screen printed with an adorable Christmas Tree to help spread some holiday cheer! @emcgaugheydesigns
Etsy – $4
The Flying Dutchman | Michael Artman
Celebrate the better days of baseball in Pittsburg with this tip of the cap to the 1909 World Series Champs. A look at history with the ticket stub, scorecard, lineup and of course, the lack of the ‘g’ in Pittsburgh. @michaelartman
michaelartman.com – $45
Handmade Soap and Bath Products | Hooters Essentials
You can find a great collection of locally made, homemade soap and bath products. Including soap, bath bombs, beard oil and lotions. @hootersessentials
Etsy – $10
The Good Old US of A Print | Outdated Press
This 8”x10” Print may be just the thing needed to give us all the little patriotic bump needed after this past year. @outdatedpress
outdatedpress.com – $20
Handpainted Vintage Clothing | Three Pigs Vintage
Three Pigs Vintage offers a variety of vintage items, but a favorite is this hand painted vintage jacket. @threepigsvintage
Etsy – $36
Thunderbolt | Make Believe
Is it summer yet? Celebrate your favorite wooden rollercoaster all year with these shirts from @makebelieve
makebelieveit.com – $25
Holiday Wish: HBO Password Letterpress Card | Sapling Press
Let that special someone know what you really want this holiday season. @saplingpress
Etsy – $5
Silent Night of the Living Dead Card | Alternate Histories
In a nod to Pittsburgh’s history with Zombies, all is far from silent this night… @alternatehistories
alternatehistories.com – $4
Upcoming Holiday Markets
Crafts and Drafts Holiday Market – December 3, East End Brewing Company
I Made It! Market at McCandless Crossing – December 3, McCandless Crossing
The Gift Gallery – December 9-11, Spinning Plate Gallery
Vintage & Handmade Holiday Pop-Up Shop – December 17, Ace Hotel Pittsburgh
Are we missing an upcoming market? Are you hosting one? Let us know! info@pittsburgh.aiga.org
