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bingosherlock t1_ixr6pn4 wrote

black forge mckees rocks is both a great small business to support but is also doing their high priestess market from 11-4 tomorrow, which is a market of women owned small business vendors. get some coffee and get some gift shopping done

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PracticalVehicle2813 t1_ixquag1 wrote

White Whale Bookstore (books, coffee, and beer!), Wildcard, Millie’s ice cream, vendors at the Holiday Market downtown, Georgie’s Corner Cafe, and Kards Unlimited are just a few!

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BetesBurgh t1_ixs149z wrote

Oh yeah White Whale basically gets an entire paycheck from me each Christmas - they’re great, have an improbable amount of books jammed in that store, and will order you just about anything

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Irish-Hydra t1_ixqov6l wrote

Maggie's Farm and Quantum Spirits

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MadameTree t1_ixqzb84 wrote

My kind of Yinzer. I'm stuck working or I'd be going to Maggie's.

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RagnarHedin t1_ixudgty wrote

Love Maggie's! I think I need some rum.

Lucky Sign in Millvale has amazing stuff, too. Small Boozeness Saturday!

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odog9797 t1_ixufny2 wrote

Maggie’s vodka seltzers are 🔥

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Irish-Hydra t1_ixuhszp wrote

Agreed. I can also sip on their Pineapple Rum all day.

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MillicentGergich t1_ixuja75 wrote

Was just at quantum the other day… their little shop section has some great holiday gift options for the cocktail fan in your life!

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srenders t1_ixqmbb0 wrote

I'm going to wander Oakmont especially Mystery Lovers Bookstore, Moonbeam Cafe and stores in between.

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ScratchMoore t1_ixqt92e wrote

Mystery Lovers was a wonderful ship the one time I was there to meet Pearls Before Swine author Stephan Pastis. If Oakmont wasn’t like an hour drive for me, I would definitely shop there more often.

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yinzer t1_ixrruqk wrote

3 Rivers Outdoor Company in Regent Square! Quality outdoor gear, and a great community to go with it. Super knowledgeable staff to help with recommendations too. They have some Black Friday/Small Business Saturday deals going.

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SqHill t1_ixr9241 wrote

Squirrel Hill Design and Craft - I run a small business making maps plus landmark accessories, mostly of Pittsburgh locations!

Running a sale today and tomorrow on all stickers & magnets :)

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earthsalibra t1_ixrao1k wrote

Workshop PGH will have two small business Saturday events tomorrow - at their Penn Ave location in Garfield and their Trenton location in Regent Square - with other businesses as well popping up on the block

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itsacoup t1_ixr33yj wrote

Riverstone Books in Squirrel Hill and McCandless Crossing. Very friendly and they do a ton of custom orders if they don't have what you need but you want to shop local.

For yarn goodness, McWalker Yarns is having a huge small business Saturday event, and I love Yarns by Design and Sewickley Yarns too. I'm not sure what their SBS plans are though.

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DugganSC t1_ixr64p8 wrote

Big pop for Pip & Lola's Soaps & Sundries. Best soap out there, all made locally, and they participate in all sorts of charitable giving to shelters. And they're just really nice people.

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callmethewildrose t1_ixrg7gl wrote

They’re so nice!!! I have given up shopping for soap anywhere else. Their staff makes me feel the warm fuzzies every time I stop by, plus they literally have every scent imaginable.

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PoisonSpace t1_ixvy2j8 wrote

I love how they split out the soaps by ingredients (with/without essential oils which is awesome for people with sensitive skin). Plus they don’t cost an arm and a leg. Did all my stocking stuffer shopping here and even got a sample soap with the lot.

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ForgottenZodiac t1_ixretvk wrote

I haven’t been there in ages but Mr Nice guy games in monroeville is a great place.

They have tons of collectible cards (Pokémon, magic, yugioh) and loads of board games.

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BigJimmyRutherford t1_ixsvqbq wrote

They're shutting down so there's a 25% off storewide right now

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phoebeburgh t1_ixuhzgz wrote

First I've heard that they're shutting down. They're getting new products in constantly; expensive stuff too. They reduced hours because they ran into a tough spot with the pandemic, but if Ron is calling it quits it'd be a huge shock.

I mean, I just traded some cards in yesterday. Not the kind of behavior I would expect from someone looking to go out of business.

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ForgottenZodiac t1_ixuvkbb wrote

I asked my buddy and he was unaware as well. Said the Facebook didn’t say anything so doesn’t sound right to me either.

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ForgottenZodiac t1_ixswlb8 wrote

Oh really? That’s a shame I had many found memories of that place growing up. I even remember when it was in Oakmont.

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ForgottenZodiac t1_ixuvtlg wrote

I see it both ways sure you can get it for that on TCG player and would be nice if they could match it but at the same time they need to make money.

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ApricotFast5646 t1_ixqr6wk wrote

Adda. Commonplace. Redstart.

I make a conscious attempt to not support Arriviste - toxic social media presence and blatant snobby vibes. No thanks. Please support local businesses, but not this one.

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jangoblamba t1_ixr5wfa wrote

Any company that screenshots reviews of their business and tries to over explain them is sketchy, definitely agree about Arriviste

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ApricotFast5646 t1_ixret4c wrote

I tried it three times and got an “off” feeling every time. Mediocre coffee, indifferent and judgey customer service, and unprofessional social media posts.

Focus on improving your business and admitting your flaws - not pointing the finger at customers and pretending you are perfect.

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LockedOutOfElfland t1_ixs8awl wrote

It's the intentionally not having wi-fi charging outlets thing that prevents me from vibing with their whole schtick. I do like that one other place that opened up down the road closer to 5801.

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chizzyg18 t1_ixtaymc wrote

Roundtable. Arriviste put up a sign saying "we're number 2 on Ellsworth" and while I get they're trying to seem like they're being cool about having serious competition, it's super lame and cringy

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ApricotFast5646 t1_ixsmszr wrote

They don’t have Wi-Fi?! I knew they didn’t have outlets. So unwelcoming.

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LockedOutOfElfland t1_ixsn132 wrote

Correction, I may have been thinking of outlets. But they make it clear it's not a great workspace.

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LockedOutOfElfland t1_ixs87bn wrote

Eh, Soju did that once and I genuinely like them.

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Quietpiper t1_ixug4x2 wrote

In their defense, Soju reacted to a yelp review that was reading as blatantly racist.

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ApricotFast5646 t1_ixutxxk wrote

The business being discussed literally screenshots reviews and dissects them on their public Instagram. I have no problem gatekeeping.

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earthsalibra t1_ixracn0 wrote

Don’t forget your local small businesses that are service providers! Hair salons, massage therapists, yoga studios, and beyond - they might have merch you can buy or even better, gift certificates!

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skennae t1_ixr8pwr wrote

Songbird Artistry! They sell locally made art and gifts

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bcottington85 t1_ixrjfo8 wrote

The Weeping Glass, Black Forge Coffee House in Allentown and Row House Cinema in Lawrenceville

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Pierogipuppy t1_ixrsrt1 wrote

And forma pasta in Allentown too! All of the Allentown businesses :)

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covertchipmunk t1_ixsh3da wrote

Did Row House get a new projector? I saw theirs had broken and that they're hard to repair or buy now.

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bcottington85 t1_ixsheff wrote

Yup they got the replacement part for it shortly after it broke. Only down for about a day or so

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-mephisto t1_ixtben7 wrote

Black Forge in Allentown is gone right? But they're still in Mckee's Rocks.

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SomeWateryTart83 t1_ixtcbgg wrote

Still there! Just went a few weeks ago.

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-mephisto t1_ixtdrto wrote

Good to know! I thought they were closing this summer.

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bcottington85 t1_ixte9s7 wrote

They were but the owner of the weeping glass across the street is now managing it.

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-mephisto t1_ixtfraq wrote

That's awesome! That store is perfect there.

We get food to go at Onion Maiden (another great small vegan restaurant place, I don't know if they'll do holiday preorders this year as I think they've had some consistent staffing issues) and get drinks at Black Forge while waiting.

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worm_gallery t1_ixrpjo8 wrote

Blue Monkey Tea in Squirrel Hill! The owners are lovely people and they have a huge selection of loose teas, coffee, herbs, and fun European imports

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lindsaystclair t1_ixu3yv8 wrote

I always love poking around in there. They have a great selection!

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motociclista t1_ixryu5y wrote

I know it’s a bit of a hoof from Pittsburgh, but if you find yourself wandering north, there’s a little plant shop on Main St in Butler called Grows on Main. The owners are really nice and knowledgeable and take pride in the plants they sell. They also stock non-plant items from other local vendors. (I’m not affiliated with the shop in any way)

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morrison1813 t1_ixu2mgc wrote

There’s a cool newish coffee shop on Main St, too. I wanna say Vintage Coffee.

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motociclista t1_ixv8wpx wrote

Yea, that’s it. It’s not a bad place. But Cummings is also on Main St. they’ve been operating since (I think) 1906, it’s tough to beat the experience of a cup of coffee in that historic setting. They’re my go to when I’m in the area.

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Anoele14 t1_ixr5ms3 wrote

Kinder Cloth Diapers is a relatively new Pittsburgh business that has really taken off in the baby/toddler industry. Their website has much more than cloth diapers (change pads, bibs, playmats).. would make really nice gifts for new parents or babies in your family. The owner runs it out of the basement in her home!

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CL-MotoTech t1_ixr6j76 wrote

Cerasoli's on Bright Road. They make a solid Chicago Deep Dish, one of the few in the city that I am aware of. The large is massive, great for like a party of 6-12.

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Logical-Rip-8138 t1_ixrpuso wrote

BL sour creams and dips have been a Pittsburgh locally owned and operated company since 1930. Fine quality items.

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BetesBurgh t1_ixrxqga wrote

For fabrics (more apparel then quilting) I recommend Firecracker Fabrics in Morningside and The Fabric Place in Mt Lebanon/Dormont-ish area.

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ScratchMoore t1_ixqtf55 wrote

Eggs N Moore on Shiloh St.

They were in Arlington for 3-4 years, and just moved to a Shiloh a month or so ago. Their food is always amazing, and now they’re only a block away from Grandview. One of the best breakfast spots I’ve ever been to.

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internetmaniac t1_ixrb6kz wrote

I’m a fan of Kindred Cycles, Redstart Roasters, Con Alma (especially since they give so much work to the brilliant musicians of Pittsburgh). I also think it’s important to support the arts, so museums and performing arts groups. I also like biking, so BikePGH. Happy Pittsburgh-ing!!

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isnt_it_weird t1_ixsrq4z wrote

Give the gift of music this holiday season.

Record Stores: Attic Records in Millvale. Jerry's records (and Galaxie Electronics) in squirrel Hill. Government Center records on the north side. Vinyl remains in Mt. Lebanon.

Guitar Stores: Pittsburgh Guitars in the South Side. Empire music in Mt. Lebanon. N Stuff music in Blawnox. Hollywood music and sound in McKees Rocks.

Or go to a show at the Thunderbird or Spirit in Lawrencville.

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RagnarHedin t1_ixudciz wrote

Brighton and Waddell are also great musical instrument shops with fantastic people.

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PNW_PGH t1_ixrir9k wrote

Any recommendations on a small business to buy some wall art? Looking to start decorating our place and would like to stay local.

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jsdjsdjsd t1_ixrm88a wrote

Alternate Histories just opened a storefront on Greenfield Ave

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jsdjsdjsd t1_ixrma6o wrote

Terrific stuff. I have a bunch in my house.

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DugganSC t1_ixs0rd0 wrote

Pip and Lola's Soap and Sundries can cover you there too. The owner does art to relax after the soap making. You can find some of the examples on their website.

You might also check out the Bantha Bar on Penn Avenue. They don't do art themselves, but they consistently put up examples from artists in the area of works that they want to sell.

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[deleted] t1_ixu5evm wrote

Bantha Bar has commercials running during halftime of World Cup games, cute little ads. Will have to stop in there!

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callmethewildrose t1_ixrmphj wrote

Redfishbowl studios! It’s in Lawrenceville, and features a wide variety of local artists.

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LockedOutOfElfland t1_ixs8dpq wrote

Their drink and draw events on Thursdays are great! You'll always meet someone interesting and/or cool there.

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JuneBlues92 t1_ixufnic wrote

Love to see RFB on this thread. We have sales going on right now and through December

There will also be an ornament making party December 10th during the cookie walk

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PNW_PGH t1_ixs6vwa wrote

Thanks all for the recommendations.

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itsacoup t1_ixsma7y wrote

I got a print of Phipps from Buildings by Shane and I really love it. He's got tons of cool buildings.

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creed-bratton-esq t1_ixtawli wrote

Let me know if you are looking for any oil canvasses. My good friend makes great stuff that is on display in some galleries but also very affordable

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thiswillreleaseyou t1_ixsirrp wrote

Not sure if there are any patients here, but Delta 9 in Lawrenceville is the last independently owned Medical Marijuana dispensary in the city.

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saltedkumihimo t1_ixr1w48 wrote

Kid Ewe Knot yarn shop in Bridgeville if you knit/crochet/fiber arts

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Tokiface t1_ixscqxx wrote

McWalker Yarns in Millvale is also awesome! :)

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kimbecile t1_ixr5c7v wrote

Pittsburgh Pottery, Apis and More Than Words in Carnegie.

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doobieprincess t1_ixrprbl wrote

Trader Electronics on Smithfield Street buys and sells a bunch of different things!

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SultanOfSwat0123 t1_ixs09me wrote

The owner of that place, Milton, is a super nice dude. I used to always go into his shop in Dormont when I was around 10 years old. Like last year about 18 years later I had a MacBook stolen and hopped around to all of the local shops to see if it had been pawned and when I stopped in there he immediately asked me if when I was a kid I used to go to his other shop all the time. I’m about 2 feet taller, had a beard at the time, and was wearing a suit. Absolutely could not believe he remembered me.

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plastikstarzz t1_ixrvq4t wrote

Big Jim’s, Hazelwood Cafe, Love In The Forest on Etsy

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chucklez24 t1_ixsqkq5 wrote

Pittsburgh Acupuncture and Massageworks. Local owners that really care about the people they treat.

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brunch247 t1_ixstijl wrote

Pittsburgh Curling Club! No better place to meet people and have a whole lot of fun playing the game you just can’t turn off during the Olympics! 😁🥌

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Sep88 t1_ixrdff8 wrote

There’s a bunch on the north side around east Ohio street… can get beer, hit up Wagsburgh, and check out records at the government center

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spoookytree t1_ixrodip wrote

Wheelfish in the North Hills

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covidmemories t1_ixsgrl2 wrote

Petagogy for the pets. They are in Shadyside and Greensburg. Really helpful and friendly service when my wife and I have stopped by, and it sounds like they’re running a 10% off sale.

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SparklesLuvsScotch t1_ixsned2 wrote

Just Good Donuts/Pub Chip Shop on Carson St. Also, does Madonna's downtown count? The people there are the best!

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c_main t1_ixsvr5e wrote

Steel City Salt Company. If you like smokey things, mezcal, margaritas, etc then the Tequila Worm Salt is pretty fun

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markiejay34 t1_ixung03 wrote

Wagner Shoes in Lawrenceville. Super nice and helpful staff. Great selection of popular brands too

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sinisterpierogi t1_ixr4oiv wrote

Ton Pottery and Pittsburgh Worsh Company.

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cmac4ster t1_ixruw0v wrote

Park pizza and cream

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lovebitesXrazorlines t1_ixs20fa wrote

I've been digging echt in mt. oliver. Great coffee, tasty food, lovely indoor space.

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Bernadett1123 t1_ixt0yq6 wrote

Hungry for Time. It's located in Carnegie and she makes wonderful food!

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ChrisBegeman t1_ixt4pis wrote

Ah crap, patronized two business today and they were both small businesses. I forgot that I was supposed to do that tomorrow.

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spacedsensation t1_ixt5gzv wrote

Was at Bottlerocket in Allentown for the first time the other night, and the whole vibe and prices were great. I don't really like bars but this one was so relaxed and comfortable, I plan on going back ASAP.

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kindofkelly t1_ixt5kvi wrote

the pastel pessimist on etsy… it’s my shop, i have sold items at vending events but have yet to make a sale on my etsy shop.. i’m having a 40% sale on apparel from now until december 1st!

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StoshBalls_3636 t1_ixta76w wrote

All the businesses at the holiday market in Market Square. The weather looks to be great so it is a perfect opportunity to support these small businesses and find some unique gifts for others or for yourself!

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ATribeCalledGreg t1_ixuq8tl wrote

A lot of these aren’t necessarily local.

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StoshBalls_3636 t1_ixuxcle wrote

You are right. Not all are local, but many are such as Linda Barnicott, Pittsburgh Pottery, Global Girl, Women of the Cloud, etc.; however, I would categorize all of the vendors as a small business.

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phoebeburgh t1_ixui5xi wrote

Retrograde Collectibles in the Garden City Plaza is a great hidden gem for old video games and consoles. It's a successor to Penn Hills Games, and run by some awesome people.

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Rebatoman t1_ixundha wrote

I saw a comment in there about Tal & Bert, I do NOT recommend them. The co-owner is the worst boss I’ve ever had, and when my coworker conducted some experiments w the grey concrete which had discolored in and out of sunlight, she ignored the results

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Shop_Til_U_Drop t1_ixuov3p wrote

Love Pittsburgh gift shop in the strip, downtown, and Mt Washington! Also support local makers at Steel City Craft Emporium, the Market at Carnegie Coffee Company, and Boheme!

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Mountain_Care4340 t1_ixst2fw wrote

Picknpeelstones.com is Pittsburgh based and supports 2 local non-profit organizations: Wesley Family Services and BCRC!

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phdeeznuts_ t1_ixt2fqr wrote

Whiskey Moon Boutique - amazing candles (and more)

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HarkeyPuck t1_ixtamc6 wrote

Any local coffee shop. Especially downtown. They’ve lost A LOT of foot traffic since 2020

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stevenseagal777 t1_ixtfnx2 wrote

Aerotechdesigns.com makes cycling apparel in Coraopolis!

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momsrock41 t1_ixtghh7 wrote

Give EZ Garage Doors a call at 412-678-5812 for all your garage door and opener needs! We sale and repair doors and openers. A family owned business since 1959. New door estimates are always free!

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mr_r_smith t1_ixu9us5 wrote

Too groovy vintage toy store. Owner is the nicest person you will ever meet.

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voondebah t1_ixueb61 wrote

Unison Bike Lab in the southside! 20% off everything on Small Business Saturday.

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Curlyqpgh t1_ixv04nl wrote

Apis Meadery in Carnegie has a great selection

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Hi_Im_A t1_ixuiamp wrote

Tal & Bert Mercantile, locations in Sharpsburg and Dormont

It's Black-owned, woman co-owned, has the most amazing products (maybe you've seen their geode planters and candles online or in a magazine) and above-and-beyond customer service (first plant store I've ever been in where they offered to pot my new plant for me)

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718GTM t1_ixunzuc wrote

Farmers Daughter Flowers

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