Small Shops Big Hearts - Portland, OR

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Portland's big holiday shopping experience held the weekend after Thanksgiving—Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Sunday.

06/07/2026

PSA for anyone with visiting friends in Portland this summer:

🍫The new Build-A-Bar lab at is exactly as fun as it sounds! 90 minutes of: tasting TONS of their locally made chocolate truffles, drinking liquid chocolate, picking toppings like a kid in a candy store, and walking away with a custom bar you make with your own two hands!

Your summer shopping route just found its new home base. 🎯 Explore Central Eastside shopping!Warehouse vibes, mural back...
06/02/2026

Your summer shopping route just found its new home base. 🎯 Explore Central Eastside shopping!

Warehouse vibes, mural backdrops, and the kind of local spots that make Portland such an exciting city. Bring your curiosity (and your tote bag). 🛍️

The secret to summer nesting? Shopping small & choosing local!📍 The Joinery – locally made investment pieces 📍 SMG Colle...
05/28/2026

The secret to summer nesting? Shopping small & choosing local!

📍 The Joinery – locally made investment pieces
📍 SMG Collective – design, rugs + small-batch home goods
📍 Cargo – unexpected treasures from Portland + around the world

Swipe through for your North Portland summer route ➡️ Shopping small hits different on N Williams and N Mississippi! 🍦☀️...
05/28/2026

Swipe through for your North Portland summer route ➡️ Shopping small hits different on N Williams and N Mississippi! 🍦☀️

Save this for your summer visitors' itinerary!

05/21/2026

We stopped by with a simple challenge: how many books can we stack up for under $20? 📚

This East Portland gem is a must-shop for any book lover. With 15,000+ gently used books and media, their shelves are refreshed daily!

What makes it even better?

Every purchase supports the Friends of the Multnomah County Library, helping fund library programs and services across the county. So your book haul is doing some real good in the community. ❤️

Now the real question: how many books did we manage to stack for $20 👀📚

Drop your guess below before you watch!

04/29/2026

At 15+ local makers come together under one roof in Portland’s Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood. And here’s the best part: the person ringing you up might be the very hands that made what you’re buying! That’s how you “Shop Small” in its truest form, connection & creativity shared between maker and buyer

Visiting Portland and need to pick up a gift (or treat yourself)? Don’t miss these four essential local shops:🎁 Hello Fr...
04/13/2026

Visiting Portland and need to pick up a gift (or treat yourself)? Don’t miss these four essential local shops:

🎁 Hello From Portland – The go-to for PNW-themed apparel, gifts, and all things Portland pride.
🎁 Wonderful PDX – A charming shop filled with vintage-inspired goods, jewelry, and home decor.
🎁 Ruby Press Mercantile – A beautifully curated space featuring modern, minimalist, and locally made treasures.
🎁 Crafty Wonderland – A beloved hub for art, toys, and handmade goods from over 200 local artists.

Shopping small on the west side? You're in for a treat. 🛍️✨The west side is packed with locally-owned spots worth seekin...
04/09/2026

Shopping small on the west side? You're in for a treat. 🛍️✨

The west side is packed with locally-owned spots worth seeking out. There's nothing better than finding something special while supporting the makers and shopkeepers who make Portland creative.



Drop your favorite west side shop below! 👇

04/01/2026

As we round out Women’s History Month we wanted to take some time to shout out Event Cosmetics! 💄💕 This women-owned and operated gem has been a core small biz in downtown Portland for years and they’re just the coolest people!

Katherine and the rest of her team are licensed experts in all things beauty. They offer a wide variety of services like Casmara facials, tooth gem installations, skincare consultations, and event makeup. We love their commitment to the best products, the best service, as well as their commitment to the community! ✨

Be sure to check out their page for more info or reach out directly to them!

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (503) 419-7951

03/30/2026

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting Coral Story Beauty — a Native and women-owned shop with one of the largest selections of green beauty in the Pacific Northwest. ✨

This shop on Division is home to one of the largest selections of green beauty in the Pacific Northwest. What makes this shop special is the care behind every product on the shelves. The team does the research and testing for you, curating brands that align with values of sustainability, transparency, and ethical production.

You’ll also find a wide range of brands founded by members of BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities, alongside makers from around the world—so every purchase helps support a more inclusive beauty industry! 🌎

Be sure to check out their new location and facial service offerings!

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