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Milwaukee gift shops accepting new brands

These 7 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 7 shops

Washington Heights · Milwaukee

Swoon Trinkets and Doodads

Neighborhood gift shop of trinkets and doodads, with a strong focus on work by local artisans and crafters.

Heads up: Submissions are reviewed monthly, so expect a wait.

FormConsignment · Split not statedGiftsKids & toysJewelry
Milwaukee area · Milwaukee

Story Keepers Books

Independent bookshop that consigns books by local authors alongside work by local artists and makers.

Heads up: Their contact page gives only the LLC address (3241 N 87, Milwaukee 53222).

FormEmailConsignment · 75% to creatorBooksArtPrints
Cedarburg

Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts Gift Shop

Nonprofit fiber-arts museum shop with high-quality, unusual fiber-related pieces: wearable art, quilt art, jewelry and accessories.

Heads up: Fiber-related work only.

EmailConsignment · Split in agreementArtApparelAccessories
Walker's Point · Milwaukee

On&On Milwaukee

Vintage and antique shop that also rents space to artists and makers. You set up and they run the shop.

Heads up: The Walker's Point location has a waiting list.

FormEmailBooth / shelf rentalHomeDesign objectsArt
Bay View (Hide House) · Milwaukee

Milwaukee Makers Marketplace

Permanent marketplace and gallery showcase inside Hide House, with 50+ local makers, bakers, students and artists.

Heads up: This is the standing shop.

EmailTheir page doesn't state the program type or terms.GiftsHomeJewelry
Bay View · Milwaukee

Lion's Tooth

Bookstore and art space specializing in zines, prints, small-press books and comics for kids and adults. It's mission-driven to support local artists and authors and also runs the Dandelion Comics Residency.

Heads up: There's no published submission process, so start by asking.

EmailPhoneTerms not stated on their pageBooksPrintsArt
East Side · Milwaukee

The Waxwing

Long-running East Side shop for locally made art and handmade goods, carrying more than 350 local and national artisans. It moved to Farwell Ave in June 2026.

Heads up: This is a wholesale buy, so have wholesale pricing and minimums ready.

EmailLine sheetThe shop buys wholesale. Send a wholesale site or line sheet with your wholesale pricing and minimumsArtPrintsJewelry

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