Districtly Local - Directory

Upcycled jewelry and art by DC-based artist Beth Nogay Carenbauer. She uses vintage and unexpected pieces to create collages and sculptures that can be reborn and worn.

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Park Story

Boutique featuring responsibly made goods from local and independent brands, and clothing made by shop curator/designer Meghan Evans.

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Passerine

One-of-a-kind vintage rug shop with superb, storied selections - specializing in Persian and Turkish style.

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Pavement 1984

Clarence James is an artist from DC whose art is a collection of abstract, modern, and contemporary art . The result is an ideographic story about the revolutionary journey of mind expansion and spiritual uplift.

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Pax Apothecary

Beauty line created with all-natural ingredients, scented with 100% therapeutic-grade essential oils, and delivered to you in eco-friendly packaging. They offer a variety of products including deodorants, fragarences, clay masks and body oils.

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Pearl Fine Teas

Small tea company bringing the finest teas from around the world to DC.

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Pencil Joy

Greeting cards, art prints, notecards, enamel pins.

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Pencil Roots [Art]

The founder is a conservation biologist and illustrator that loves using nature as an inspiration to create art (i.e. framed prints, stickers)

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Pencil Roots [Paper Goods]

The founder is a conservation biologist and illustrator that loves using nature as an inspiration to create art (i.e. framed prints, stickers)

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Penny & Paul [Adult]

Quirky, Quality & HandmadeCrochet-wear - cute hats for adults!

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Penny & Paul [Kids]

Quirky, Quality & HandmadeCrochet-wear - cute hats and baby kicks!

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Peruvian Brothers

Hot sauce with a perfect blend of rocoto peppers and spice. Also, the packaging is super cute!

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Petit Mélange

Boho chic handmade jewelry - 15% of profits are donated to the RAMW covid worker relief fund which provides meals and supply kits to hospitality workers.

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Petite Soeur

Specialty chocolate and confections business that specializes in hand painted bonbons, sable cookies, and unique confections!

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Plantesque

Your favorite houseplants delivered right to your front door.

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Pleasant Pops

Delicious and unique popsicles made by hand in Adams Morgan - using fresh, local and creative ingredients with their own perfected original recipes.

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Plntr

Local plants, pottery and accessories to spruce up your home or office!

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Politics & Prose

Independent bookstore and cultural hub, a gathering place for people interested in reading and discussing books. Politics & Prose offers superior service, unique book choices, and a haven for book lovers in store and online.

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Poppy

Pre-pandemic Poppy focused on flower arrangements for weddings and events ... but they are now offering at home flower kits which include 30-64 stems of premium flowers and DIY video tutorial!

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Poppy's Stuffed Bagels

If you've ever had the Bantam bagel holes at Starbucks, these are similar except Poppy's is x1000 better (they didn't pay us to say this). Flavors: everything, cheddar jalape‚Äö√Ñ√∂‚àö‚Ä†‚àö‚àÇ¬¨¬®¬¨¬±o, greek, pizza, cinnamon, plain. We love the savory ones but all of them are incredible.

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postskript

Whimsical, elegant calligraphy & design custom pieces hand lettered with touches of romance & boh‚àö¬Æme moods. Unique prints and a kit to learn calligraphy at home.

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Pozē Candle

Luxury candles with premium soy wax and wooden wicks. Candles with a clean, healthy burn and a delightful crackling effect. Adds such great ambiance with divine smells.

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Pratt Standard Cocktail Co.

Craft cocktail syrups in the pre-prohibition style

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Prescription Chicken

Must try for all soup lovers and a great pick-me-up when you are feeling under the weather. They also sell bone, vegan & chickenless broth if you need a recipe!

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PreservedPlants

Premier producer of preserved moss and moss walls - no water or maintenance needed.

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Printed Wild [Accessories]

Handcrafted accessories (scarves & clutches) with patterns inspired by nature.

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Printed Wild [Prints]

Prints with patterns inspired by nature.

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Printed Wild [Tea Towels]

Tea towels with patterns inspired by nature.

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Proper Topper

Line of clothing designed and produced locally, the DC PROPER products reflect a deep pride in our home town.

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Pump Up The Jam

Tasty jams - all handmade in small batches using fresh, seasonal produce from nearby farms.

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Puree Juice

Organic, non-pasteurized, cold-pressed juice in glass bottles in the DC area! They also have nut mylks, juice cleanse programs, shots and elixirs (alkaline water with essential oils).

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PureEmollient

Body butters with fun options like tuttifrutti and piña colada, hemp infused bath salts and pillow mist & quite a few scrub options!

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Quavaro

DC-based brand that produces stylish and high quality travel bags. They have totes, laptop bags, backpacks & weekenders!

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Rachel Pfeffer Designs

Handmade jewelry, full of cute and clever designs that will make you smile. cats! saturns! bikes! hands! peace signs!

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Rako Coffee Roasters

Specialty coffee collective focused on sustainably sourced single origin coffees, environmentally friendly roasting practices, and advanced brewing methods.

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Rawfully Delish

Guilt-free alternatives to sweets - raw, vegan, gluten-free baked goods like cheesecake, chocolate cake, small bites, cupcakes and even custom orders!

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Red Bear Brewing

A local brewery that also sells awesome glassware that you can use to enjoy beers and ciders at home. Also, a great gift for beer fanatics!

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Red Clover Clay

Polymer clay accessories handmade in DC

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Red Dirt

Handmade beauty products using kitchen-grade oils - face/body scrub, face/ hair oil, and hair/body butter. Fun Fact: Each product is named after a woman in the founder's family!

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Republic Restoratives Distillery

Locally-made vodka, brandy, rye and bourbon. You should also check out their drink kits and gift ideas!

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Retreat Foods

Superfood snacks (nut butters and coconut yogurts) with functional nutrients to bring balance, calm, and vitality. The products are vegan, paleo and whole 30 approved. We are very excited for the fall 2020 launch!

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Revelrea

DC-based hat company (baseball caps and visors) for women who love running free and being bold, while looking stylish and being sun-safe. A portion of our proceeds go to empowering women at DC-based domestic abuse shelters!

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Revery Paper Flora [Decor]

Handcrafted paper botanicals & other curiosities. Perhaps THE most gorgeous crepe paper/faux ranunculus we have ever seen.

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Revery Paper Flora [Flowers]

Handcrafted paper botanicals & other curiosities. Perhaps THE most gorgeous crepe paper/faux ranunculus we have ever seen.

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Revol Snax

Snacks with revolutionary nutrition that are perfect for keto, paleo, and vegan lifestyles. Try their snickerdoodle and matcha "fat balls" straight out of the fridge!

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Rewild

Variety of plants (user friendly categorization (i.e. low light), accessories and pots! They also offer at home consultations, plant care questions and workshops!

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Rhys + Rei

Soul-centered business that offers a variety of spiritual tools including curated crystal bundles and handmade journals (made by a local yogi and Smithsonian senior rare book conservator!). All items have undergone a rigorous cleansing process and are infused with reiki to ensure they are of the highest vibrational quality.

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Ricandela

Inspired by the natural beauty and culture of their homeland, Puerto Rico, RICANDELA Co. is dedicated to creating unique and exotic home and personal fragrances for everyone. They are also proud members of the "Zero-Waste Movement".

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Richeal Artwork

Digital illustrations of people, places & things - we love the DC inspired prints!

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RichShaadRyan

Abstract art with vibrant, bright colors that automatically spread positivity

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Right Proper

New release and mainstay beers, plus fun and whimsical merch! Belgian style witbier just released, and our IPA-loving friends can't get enough of Raised by Wolves.

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Rock Paper Plant

Cool wall plants that you can purchase, but they specialize in botanical workshops (DIY kits) and creations using live plants, cork, and fiber.

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Rock Solid Reboot

Rock Solid Reboot juices are made daily with organic ingredients to help your body "Restore, Recover and Reboot"!

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Romy Studio

Modern + minimalist polymer clay statement jewelry.

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Rose Inks

Rose Jaffe is a DC based artists that sells unique block prints, paintings and ceramics online. She is also known for her colorful murals around the city, including a depiction of RBG near 15th and U streets in Northwest.

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Rosegold Apothecary Co

Hand-poured vegan coconut and soy wax candles scented with phthalate-free fragrance oil. We love the candles topped with a unique crystal!

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Rupen's

Curry sauces, chutneys, chai blends, marinades. Elevate your at-home Indian cooking with Rupen's line made with no preservatives or artificial ingredients.

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Sabreen Cosmetics

Luxury and sustainable clean beauty brand that creates products (lipsticks) that are non-toxic, vegan and cruelty free. They seek to serve the often-underrepresented women of color in the clean cosmetic and beauty industry.

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SalvadordALIA

Order a custom portrait of your pets, friends or family! The store also has cute wood ornaments for your home.

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Samialynn

Samantha combines her love for fashion and art through custom illustrations, fashion prints, live-sketch and design services. She specializes in all things custom!

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Samsara Veda [Wellness]

In addition to wellness services, check out the online store for plant-based dips and chutneys and herbal smoke blends.

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Samsara Veda [Food]

In addition to wellness services, check out the online store for plant-based dips and chutneys and herbal smoke blends

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Sankofa Beer Company

Producer and distributor of premium craft beer - inspired by their roots in West Africa. They now offer pick-up and delivery options in the District of Columbia on Biermi.

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Sarah Cecelia Jewelry

Jewelry, barware and accessories handcrafted from sterling silver, gold, and brass made using traditional metalsmith techniques and lots of love.

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Sarah Riley Ceramics

Artist and educator with beautiful ceramics made in DC.

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Sasya

Creative Indian snacks, chips, salsa, dips made with all natural, vegan, gluten-free ingredients.

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Sauce City

Mambo Sauce used by Pelota (Latin and D.C. inspired street food pop-up business). And if you are looking for a subscription box - check out their Saucescription!

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Sauce Foods

Sauce offers catering, at-home meal delivery, and nutrition consultations to individuals and organizations in the greater Washington area. With a full team of registered dietitians and chefs, Sauce remains committed to the original purpose laid out nearly a decade ago: Reinvent favorite comfort food into nutrient-dense meals.

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Savage Soaps

These superior soaps are as close to nature as any soap gets. They're free of chemicals that damage the environment, and your skin. In addition to soaps, they also sell bath bombs, shower gels, scrubs and more to make your skin feel great!

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Saya Salteña

Frozen salteñas that you can pick up or get delivered to your door! Salteñas are a signature Bolivian snack that resembles an empanada with its crimped edges, but if executed properly, the pastry should serve as a pocket for a savory stew.

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Scout

Every type of bag you can think of: coolers, totes, beach bags, lunch boxes, picnic bags, backpacks, work bags, makeup bags and more! You can also check out their storage bins.

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Se Habla Español

Online apparel and gift shop working to elevate Latino culture, provide Latinas with design opportunities, and donate to organizations supporting the Latinx community. Proudly owned and operated by Latinas.

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Second Story Books

Quaint, long-standing shop carrying a vast collection of used and rare books, plus maps & prints.

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Second Story Cards

At Second Story Cards, every card has a special meaning. Behind each card is a story of homeless woman or man trying to get back on their feet, trying to create a new story. Great mission!

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Second Story Honey & Candles

Local wildflower and creamed honey from hives across various DC neighborhoods, plus beeswax candles and beeswax bars & bricks.

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Secret cacao garden

Curated potent cacao collection and handmade artisanal cacao creations. Each offering is made with ethically-sourced ingredients.

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She Candle Co

Luxury soy candles, room sprays and diffusers.

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She Loves Me

Local flowers and plants - they also offer consultation and maintenance (plant health) services!

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She Peppers

Hand crafted, small batch artisan sauces, chili pastes, infused products and seasoning blends.

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SheaYeleen

High quality shea butter skincare products that utilize a sales strategy that incorporates womens' micro enterprise development.

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Shelter

Jewelry, unique engagement rings + wedding bands, artwork and small accessories featuring primarily female designers.

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Sheree Brand Paper Co

Beautiful art prints for black and brown women. Artist also works on commissions and custom work!

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Shiny Apple Studio [Art]

Abstract Gouache Painting, jewelry, pottery, and super cute enamel pins - our favorite is the "Cherry Blossom Flag"!

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Shiny Apple Studio [Home Goods]

Abstract Gouache Painting, jewelry, pottery, and super cute enamel pins - our favorite is the "Cherry Blossom Flag"!

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Shrub District

Cocktail vinegars in a variety of flavors - fun cocktail mix with recipes available on their instagram!

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Simpli

Sustainably-sourced products from Peru, Paraguay, and Greece: different varieties of quinoa and chia seeds.

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Sio Ceramics

Handmade small batch ceramic goods that range from functional to decorative - pinched pots, pins, earrings.

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Siyo Boutique

Pretty darn great cards that will make you chuckle! They also have wrapping paper, stickers, notepads, bookmarks, prints & tote bags!

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Skincando

Organic skincare crafted with cruelty-free formulas and filled with high quality biodynamic ingredients + nutritional supplements. Plus masks, cleansers, balms and spot treatments.

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Small Planes Coffee

Locally roasted coffee with a variety of options and even subscriptions!

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Smart Box

Specializing in image display cases built to hold 6 printed images with a built-in lighting system and magnetic holds for easy replacement of the photos. They also print your pictures as cute polaroids!

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Smith Golden Rule

Hand sanitizer derived from fermented sugarcane and precisely blended into the cdc, fda & who approved formulation

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Smudging Goddess

Providing raw resins, custom smudge wands, botanicals, and spiritual oils since 2017.

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Snacklins

It is impossible to eat just 1 snacklin. Good thing the whole bag is only 80 calories! We were not convinced "vegan pork rinds" would be any good, but our minds were blown!! We are now ashamed to admit how many Snacklins we consume weekly...

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Soak & Relax

Handmade bath products from natural ingredients. Bring your bathing experience to the next level with their assortment of unique bath bombs that come in all shapes, colors, and sizes!

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Soap Box

A personal care company that offers a variety of body care products like body wash, hair care, liquid soap, bars of soap and more! For every product you purchase, a bar of soap is donated to someone in need.

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Soaring Kite Books

Small independent publishing company formed to give a voice and a presence to underrepresented characters in children's books. It builds children's confidence and self-esteem to see and read literature featuring characters that look like them!

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Solar Stitches

Handmade crochet & fiber art. 20% of profits are donated toward wildlife conservation efforts!

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Something Beaded

100% customized jewelry!

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Sonia Garbarino

Specialized in custom fashion design, handcrafting stunning wedding dresses, prom dresses, and other formal wear according to the client's specific requests. They are also now offering custom, high quality face masks!

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