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I am getting very sick of entering a shop that says itâs filled with âartist-made goodsâ and its floor to ceiling baggu. I have a couple baggu pieces, but when I go into a store IRL or online that labels itself as a trinket trove in one way or another, I want to see real honest to god trinkets, gizmos, and doodads.
Iâve been collecting stickers lately, particularly vintage ones on eBay and weird artist made stickers. Gatoshop really helps me get my fix and add to my collection.
A studio run out of Mexico City, Inès Estrada and her team curate a lovely collection of local and international stationary, zines, keychains and other artist made gifts. They have some fun vintage toys and trinkets too and are always updating the website. check them out!
Iâve been collecting stickers lately, particularly vintage ones on eBay and weird artist made stickers. Gatoshop really helps me get my fix and add to my collection.
A studio run out of Mexico City, Inès Estrada and her team curate a lovely collection of local and international stationary, zines, keychains and other artist made gifts. They have some fun vintage toys and trinkets too and are always updating the website. check them out!
Jan 2, 2025
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An artist from Mexico City was selling posters and stickers at a little poster fair in Upmarket on Brick Lane in London today. Fell in love. Look how cute these designs are. And I get to know I supported the little guy instead of the big bad corp!!!!!!
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âťď¸I know you've probably heard this a hundred times, but you really can find the coolest stuff at antique malls, thrift stores, flea markets, and garage sales. They're ESPECIALLY a goldmine for trinkets and signage, in my experience.
Mercari and Depop are also fun secondhand marketplaces, you just have to know what you're looking for.
Also consider local listings on Facebook marketplace or Craigslist.
Outside of secondhand, you might look into Etsy, Spencer's Gifts, Target's dollar spot/seasonal stock, or your local dollar stores.
It helps me to use the keywords "kitschy," "fun," "funny," or "funky" when searching for inspiration.
Some of my favorite finds lately:
â˘Russian nesting doll measuring cups â˘Dancing Frankenstein doll â˘1970s childrens bookbag made to look like the Barnum's animal cracker box (I use it as a laptop case) â˘Pillow with Andrew Garfield's face printed all over it â˘Floormats deisgned to look like your favorite DVD/CD/game disc
(As a disclaimer, I admittedly don't know much about the ethics or international shipping policies of any of the aforementioned companies.)
Also consider local listings on Facebook marketplace or Craigslist.
Outside of secondhand, you might look into Etsy, Spencer's Gifts, Target's dollar spot/seasonal stock, or your local dollar stores.
It helps me to use the keywords "kitschy," "fun," "funny," or "funky" when searching for inspiration.
Some of my favorite finds lately:
â˘Russian nesting doll measuring cups â˘Dancing Frankenstein doll â˘1970s childrens bookbag made to look like the Barnum's animal cracker box (I use it as a laptop case) â˘Pillow with Andrew Garfield's face printed all over it â˘Floormats deisgned to look like your favorite DVD/CD/game disc
(As a disclaimer, I admittedly don't know much about the ethics or international shipping policies of any of the aforementioned companies.)
Jul 13, 2025
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đlockwood in greenpoint - super cute little gift shop, has lots of cards and other knick-knacks like fun claw clips or incense matches, plus a little nyc-themed section
greenwich letterpress in greenwich village - card shop with tons of small business and handmade cards, plus stickers and some other things
bluestockings in the lower east side - amazing leftist bookstore with lots of events. check out their instagram or eventbrite page!
strand bookstore in east village - i donât go there much but itâs a must for any book lover visiting, itâs huge and has a mix of used and new books.
front general store in dumbo - super interesting little shop with lots of gifts and clothing!
housing works bookstore in nolita - mostly used bookstore with some thrifted clothing and a cafe! & very cozy vibes.
nypl shop in midtown - underrated gift shop imo, great to stop by after seeing the nypl polonsky exhibit!
beaconâs closet in lots of places - thrift store, is a pain to go through on weekends because they get so crowded but youâre likely to get some good finds
peace & riot in bed-stuy - unique home goods and gifts!
min & mon in soho - pricey but very cute bags and theyâre made more ethically than typical designer bags!
greenwich letterpress in greenwich village - card shop with tons of small business and handmade cards, plus stickers and some other things
bluestockings in the lower east side - amazing leftist bookstore with lots of events. check out their instagram or eventbrite page!
strand bookstore in east village - i donât go there much but itâs a must for any book lover visiting, itâs huge and has a mix of used and new books.
front general store in dumbo - super interesting little shop with lots of gifts and clothing!
housing works bookstore in nolita - mostly used bookstore with some thrifted clothing and a cafe! & very cozy vibes.
nypl shop in midtown - underrated gift shop imo, great to stop by after seeing the nypl polonsky exhibit!
beaconâs closet in lots of places - thrift store, is a pain to go through on weekends because they get so crowded but youâre likely to get some good finds
peace & riot in bed-stuy - unique home goods and gifts!
min & mon in soho - pricey but very cute bags and theyâre made more ethically than typical designer bags!
May 12, 2024
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đtrying to make my internet usage more intentional by using my stationary PC build has been really great honestly. we lost the recipe when we lost the Computer Room in the American familyâs home. there is something to be said for only being able to access socials in one room in the house. plus making purchases feels more serious on a big monitor than my phone screen, so financially itâs also been helping in a psychological sense
Jan 2, 2025