Northern Virginia shops accepting new brands (Alexandria, Arlington & more)
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
Diament
Jeweler-owned gift shop of small, mostly women-owned brands: candles, cards, baby gifts, jewelry, home decor and handmade gifts.
Heads up: They prefer to buy from women-owned businesses but accept requests from anyone.
Made in ALX
Old Town shop and collective selling art and handmade products by local artists, with workshops most weekends.
Not accepting right now. 2026 applications closed August 15; the next round isn't dated. $50 application fee plus membership fees.
Long Dark House
Small independent bookstore for horror, science fiction and strange stories, plus gifts and curiosities.
Heads up: No consignment.
Old Town Books
Independent new-book store in Old Town Alexandria.
Heads up: Because of volume, the buyer doesn't respond individually.
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).
Shop Made in VA (Old Town Alexandria)
Sister store to Shop Made in DC, showcasing Virginia-based designers, artists and makers.
Heads up: Virginia-based makers only (a separate maker pool and application from Shop Made in DC).