DC shops that take makers on consignment
These 3 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 3 shops
Politics and Prose
Washington's best-known independent bookstore, with several locations.
Heads up: Paid program: $30 handling fee, plus membership for two years (currently $85) unless you've already been a member that long.
Little District Books
Self-described queerest bookstore in DC, with an art consignment program for local LGBTQIA+ artists.
Heads up: Art consignment is for LGBTQIA+ DMV artists who can drop off and pick up their own work.
Del Ray Artisans Alcove Gift Shop
Gift shop inside the Del Ray Artisans gallery, open 10 months a year: unframed 2-D work in bins plus jewelry, fiber, wood and ceramics.
Not accepting right now. The Oct–Nov 2026 call closed September 14; the next call isn't posted. $10 per call plus Del Ray Artisans membership ($60).
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