We exist to keep
commerce human.
Building a bridge between talented neighborhood artisans and a global audience that values craft over convenience.
Reinvested Locally
Direct capital returned to small business owners in our partner neighborhoods this year.
Artisans Supported
Independent makers who have expanded their reach and secured their craft's future.
Community Reach
Unique neighborhoods across the country where local economies are thriving through our platform.
Our Story
It started in a small
ceramic studio.
In 2018, we noticed a disconnect. Incredible talent was hiding in plain sight—in back garages, rented studios, and kitchen tables. These makers weren't looking for fame; they were looking for a way to sustain their passion.
We built local. as a digital town square. Not just a storefront, but a storytelling engine that preserves the heritage of handmade goods while providing the infrastructure modern businesses need to scale.
The Local Foundation
Investing in the next generation of craft.
5% of every transaction goes directly into the Local Foundation, providing interest-free micro-loans and studio space grants for emerging artisans in underserved communities.
Apprenticeships
Funding 6-month programs for youth to learn traditional trades from master makers.
Equipment Grants
Providing the tools and technology needed to modernize artisanal production.