This week on International Women’s Day I reached out to several ladies local to the Philadelphia area that sell their art, handmade goods, and services. I had no idea how successful the blog post would be overnight. Thursday morning I checked my email and messages on Instagram and had 20+ additional artists & makers reach out extending their support and asking how they could be involved in the future. So this week I’m taking a break from writing Tactile’s Top 5, and instead sharing with you a second list of ladies that are straight killin’ the game. It’s been inspiring getting to know these women, hearing their stories, and seeing the passion and drive they put into their work. So support ‘em, buy their amazing items, and share this post to spread the word.

If you haven’t checked out the first list, you can here .

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Fringe and Branch

Woven Wall Hangings

Kait’s shop is filled with beautiful woven wall hangings. Bonus: Her business partner Brody, who also happens to be a black lab pup, helps her gather the branches for her creations.

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Escape Threads

Hand-stitched Wooden Embroidery Hoops

Danielle Conyer’s shop is filled with dreamy, nature-inspired, hand embroidered loops. They are the perfect upgrade for any empty wall space you’ve been meaning to fill in your home.

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Ever Laser

Custom Laser Cutting

Based in the heart of South Philadelphia, Ever Laser creates custom, made-to-order laser cutting services and products. Think beautiful wedding cake toppers, party signs, wall decor, etc.

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Pop Up Polaroid

Open Air, Analog Photo Booth

Pop Up Polaroid is more than just a photo booth. Kara Khan is a professional photographer that encourages putting your smartphone down and letting the magic of instant film unfold in front of you. Check out her Events calendar or have her come to your next event!

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Land & She

Prints, Textiles + Journals

Emily’s shop is filled with one-of-a-kind handmade prints, canvas pouches, beautiful dish towels, table runners, journals, and more. Her mission is to change the way we think about material things. She also donates part of her profits to environmental organizations!

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Darla Jackson Sculpture

Sculpture

Darla creates incredibly detailed animal sculptures that help her tell personal and universal stories. When she’s not sculpting, she’s teaching at several universities in the area. Go check out her work!

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Dear Botanica

Botanical Styling For Makers & Artist

If you ever need product styling, large-scale installations, or curated fresh florals and paper creations, Dear Botanica has you covered.

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A Brilliant Dummy

Photography

VSCO Cam said it best, “From bright backdrops to vibrant portraits, these images boast a tenacity for life.”

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Rainbow Alternative

Street Art You Can Wear

Nicole Krecicki’s shop is filled with pins, t-shirts, kid’s clothes, totes, wall art, etc. She donates a portion of the proceeds for some of her items to organizations like Planned Parenthood, the ACLU, and Black Lives matter.

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Peg and Awl

Their shop is filled with olde things, treasures, relics of the unusual, the confused and the macabre, built into wearable curiosities, inscribable keepsakes and usable, long-lasting treasures.

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K. Wilborn Tallant Designs

Cross Stitches, Enamel Pins + More

If you’re a fan of enamel pins, look no further. Kimi Tallant’s shop is filled with awesome cross stitches, pins, and patches. 

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Small and Bright

Digital Art Prints + Postcards

Serena Niesley’s shop is filled with prints and postcards of her paintings. These nature-inspired pieces are begging you to frame them or send them to your BFF across the country.

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YOWIE

Home & Lifestyle Shop

Located in the Italian Market, YOWIE is a lifestyle shop that focuses on curating small collections based on abstract themes. They believe that independent design should be accessible, affordable, and a little weird.

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Super Signs

Custom Hand Painted Signs + Designs

Super Signs was established in 2016 as one of the 1st Woman Owned Sign Shops! Their signage is all one-off pieces and is specifically unique in character for each business.

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Thank you to everyone who participated! If you have anyone that you think should be featured on this list, please email j.betz@thetactilegroup.com with the subject, “Support Local Ladies”.