Home Goods Shops in Massachusetts Accepting Makers
These 9 shops carrying home goods and design objects publicly say they accept submissions on their own websites. All are in Massachusetts; see all 160 nationwide or the Boston page.
The 9 shops
The Local Hand
Dorchester shop, gallery and community arts space selling handmade goods by local artists, with rotating art shows and workshops.
Heads up: At least 90% of their artists live or work in Massachusetts, and at least 50% are Black, Indigenous or people of color.
Trove on Tremont
Women-owned South End boutique of artisan goods from 75+ local artists.
Heads up: Handmade work only; terms aren't published.
Cambridge Artists' Cooperative
Artist-owned and -operated shop of contemporary American craft in Harvard Square since 1988, with work by 150+ artists.
Heads up: Jurying pauses in November and December.
Pod
Corner shop (since 1998) of quiet, well-designed homewares, found objects, women's apparel and personal care.
Heads up: Terms aren't published.
Fire Opal
Shop of American handmade jewelry, ceramics and gifts, made by artists or in their studios.
Heads up: Products must be made by the artist or in their studio, with sustainable practices.
MFA Boston Shop
The Museum of Fine Arts' shops at the Huntington Ave entrance and in the museum, plus online.
Heads up: They can't respond to every submission.
Gift at the Gardner
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum's shop: curated books, stationery, jewelry and home decor reflecting the museum's eclectic style. No admission needed to shop.
Heads up: High volume of submissions; they get back only if it's a fit.
Micro Plant Studio
South Boston plant shop, billed as the first Latinx plant store in Boston, with plant workshops and maker goods.
Heads up: EIN and Massachusetts Form ST-4 required to apply.
The Gallery@57
Volunteer-run, artist-run gift shop and online store in Malden Center representing 60+ local artists, artisans and authors, with exhibitions, readings and classes.
Heads up: Paid program: $100 yearly fee, waived (with a higher revenue share) depending on how much you volunteer.