Where to buy local in Northern Liberties
What’s your plan for supporting small businesses this season? Northern Liberties is home to numerous women-owned shops that can check a lot of gifts off your list. From locally made pottery to hand-sewn messenger bags, here’s your cheat sheet for shopping in the hood:
7 Boys Collective – Liberties Walk 1040 N 2nd #1001: collectible sneakers and one of a kind tees. Check their IG for the latest
Architectural Antiques – 721 N 2nd: Mirrors, lamps, old posters and more, searching this shop is
AT&T Cellular Concepts – 937 N 2nd: locally owned franchise selling phones, iPads, and accessories
Casa Papel – 804 N 2nd: fine papers and custom stationary, they will also wrap your gifts! By appointment only
Christini AWD Bicycles and Tune Up Bike Shop – 611 N 2nd: specializing in custom AWD vehicles and aluminum mountain bikes, they also sell street bicycles and accessories. Consider a tune up gift card for the cyclist on your list
Creep Records – 1050 N Hancock in the Piazza: Vinyl heaven, selling new and used music for your turntable
Doggie Style Pets – 831 N 3rd St: Featuring an impressive selection of cookies for dogs, this is the place to pick up stocking stuffers for Santa’s Little Helper
Freedom Apothecary – 736 N 2nd: A skincare Mecca. There’s definitely a bottle of magic here for someone on your list
Flowers by Denise – 637 N 2nd: Custom bouquets for pick up or delivery as well as a selection of ready made potted plants
Madison K Live Life Fun – 600 N 2nd St: Forget Sephora, shop at this emporium of beauty products for hair, nails, and skin.
Madison K Cookies – 800 N 2nd St: An utterly delightful sweets shop overflowing with candy, cookies, and cupcakes
Once Worn Consignment – 906 N 2nd: Curated second hand women’s and men’s clothing, shoes and jewelry
Penn Herb – 601 N 2nd: A national treasure, Penn Herb has an unbelievable selection of medicinal and culinary herbs, teas, and healthy foods plus a knowledgable staff to help you make a selection
R.E.Load Bags – 608 N 2nd: Hand made messenger and bike bags. Buy from their inventory or order something custom
Stump – 956 N 2nd: Tropical plant paradise complete with horticulture experts who can set you up for success
SWAG – online only: Skip Amazon and order whimsical gifts such as homewares, cards, bath/beauty and more from this local shop
The Random Tea Room – 713 N 4th: For the tea lover in your life, consider a monthly tea subscription or an assortment of loose leaf tea
Trend Eye Care – 180 W Girard: Does someone on your list need prescription sunglasses? A gift card to Trend gives them the flexibility to pick out the pair that’s just right for them
Trunc – 929 N 2nd: A champion of the local artist, Trunc showcases hand made pottery, clothing, jewelry and more by Philadelphia makers
Unleashed – 180 W Girard: A subsidiary of the Petco, you can find all kinds of presents for pooches and kitties here