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Directory Of Omaha Makers You Can Support From Your Couch

I’m all for supporting brick and mortar stores of local businesses but sometimes, you just don’t want to get out of your pajamas. If that’s the case for you, shopping online is the best. Luckily, there are Omaha makers selling their goods online.

Keep scrolling to see the variety of things made here in Omaha!

Awesome apparel you’ll want to wear

This section is a collection of clothing (most shirts) that are made by Omaha small businesses, or curated by them.

Knitted Treasures

Fingerless, knit gloves made by Etsy shop Knitted Treasures

Suyan sells these darling, fingerless knit gloves through her shop, Knitted Treasures. They’re stylish and make the perfect gift…for yourself.

Nifty NarhwalTM

Noa Design Co.

Finer Things Design Co.

The Leonard Co.

Retro Shirts Online

The Love Movement Store

Wild and Beautiful Shop

Amir & Ali Designs

Wild Public

Canyon Mood Creative

Willow Brook Tees

RM Custom Screen Printing

Tesla Tees

Kola Pup Creations Co.

Kids stuff made in Omaha

If you have want your kids to have personalized gear or organic goods or the cutest outfits, this is your section.

Ooh La Lollipop

Handmade felt play toys made by Ooh La Lollipop in Omaha
Photo courtesy Etsy

If you have youngsters in your life, please go check out the Ooh La Lollipop Etsy shop featuring the most adorable, handmade felt toys. They take pretend play to a new level.

Fly Babies Embroidery

Embroidered backpack made by Fly Babies Embroidery, an Omaha Etsy shop
Photo courtesy Etsy

Why go to a chain retailer to get an embroidered bag, lunchbox, or even clothing anymore? Local Etsy shop Fly Babies Embroidery sells the products with personalization. 

More makers of cute kids stuff:

Organic Baby Goods

Magnificence

Sissy’s Bags Boutique

Harper and Ryenn

Bizzy Bins

Makery Mom

Baldwin Toy

Once Upon A Charm Kids

Little Tutu Bakery

Petite Baby Boutique

Misfit Toys Miniatures

Stitches By Mama Rose

Sequin Studio Store

Signs, Paper Goods, & Printables

Looking for funny cards? Inspirational signs? Printables for birthday parties? This is your section. Omaha makers have you covered.

The Anastacia Co.

Framed print from The Anastacia Co.

Jillian has pretty much been my go-to for gifts in 2020. From inspiring journals and wall art, to funny cards, everything is made with a keen eye for style at The Anastacia Co.

I currently have a framed print in our bathroom that I adore. It reads “Always believe something amazing is about to happen.”

More cute printed stuff made by Omaha’s:

Cat Bone Design

CB Inspired Printables

KK Party Designs

Gigi’s Digital Designs

Handmade by Kathie K

The Paper Prop Shop

Once Upon A Firefly

Rooted in Real Co.

Gentle Givings

Joy 2 Design Co.

Winship & Rose

Braiid Design & Letterpress

Blooming Happy Paperie

Handmade Accessories & Jewelry

Omaha has a lot of creative makers when it comes to jewelry. Find statement earrings, pretty necklaces, stylish masks, and more in this category.

East Parlor

Handmade scarf made by East Parlor
Photo courtesy Etsy

I had the great opportunity to interview Sarah for a story a few years ago and she’s a marvel. She hand weaves gorgeous, home goods and scarves using sustainable materials for her business, East Parlor.

You’ll want to buy one of everything, and you’ll feel good about it.

Rachel O’s Fabulous Whimsy

It’s hard to pick one thing I love in this shop: Colorful earrings, whimsical faux taxidermy, and wall signs. It’s all cute. 

Earrings by Rachel O's Fabulous Whimsy
Photo courtesy Etsy

She’s most known for her earrings on Fabulous Whimsy, but I can’t get over how cute her “taxidermy” is. I first saw her jackalopes at a Bench Made Trunk Show.

More makers of cute accessories, jewelry, etc.:

Conversation Clay

Rachel O’s

Royal Gem Apparel

Pleasant Avenue

Heather Gales

Simply by Sorrell

Elements By Kate

Thistle & Shamrock Shop

Sassy’s Morse Code Jewelry

Awakenings Store

Mod Masks

South 80 Studio

Jane’s Kreationz

Custom Craft Jewelry

Sew Nerdy Creations

Crafteinated & Co.

Violet Design Studio

Handmade by Remember Me

Creative Collections 2020

Lazy Rose

Giorno Light

Good Egg Knits

Good Stuff For Good Pets

And by pets, I mean dogs.

Knotty Dogs Decor

Cute door hanger available through Knotty Dogs Decor
Photo courtesy Etsy

Know a dog mom…or you are a dog mom? Taylor’s dog-themed Etsy shop, Knotty Dogs Decor, has is more than decor. You’ll find Dog Mom shirts and tumblers to funny wall signs and welcome mats. 

Brix Tix Bakery For Dogs

Oakley Rae Designs

Two Tails Unlimited

Ruff Stitch USA

Tilly Willow Treats

Ripley & Rue

Blooming Happy Dogs

Gifts for your loved ones (or just for you)

I’ll admit, this category is a catch-all. Here are Omaha makers who sell a variety of items, from candles to stickers to fun, themed gifts. This is also the category that I think has the funniest stuff, so if you have a sense of humor, you’ll likely find something to make you smile among the shops below:

Inspire and Smile

Hylan Miller Design

Shauna Smith Designs

J Whitney Co.

Traci’s Fun Creations

From Nebraska With Love

Magic Princess Whitney

Ency Designs

Crystal Catenae

Cynna Wax

Larissa Made This

Earth Promise Bath Salts

Mostly Sunny Candle Co.

Harp & Squirrel

Hai Hai Neko

AD Aesthetic

Kitchen Art Gallery

Strawbebeh Crafts

Mac’s Cook Crafts

Z of the Sea

Bleacher Spirit

Creative Lotus Shop

War and Pieces

Home decor

The Omaha artisans and makers in this category work with everything from fibers to wood to cement. And they’re all creating things that will look good in a home.

Sugar Wolves

A macrame plant hanger made by Sugar Wolves.
Photo courtesy Etsy

Natasha specializes in macramé wall hangings and plant hangers in the most beautiful colors. Shop her items on her online shop, Sugar Wolves.

Upton Rustics

Hanging coat rack made by Upton Rustics in Omaha.
Photo courtesy Etsy

John and Sarah make gorgeous, hardwood home goods. I’m kicking myself for not finding Upton Rustics sooner because I wanted a coat rack just like this one. I may just get one of their benches, though.

Consider Concrete

Succulent planters made by Omaha maker Consider Concrete
Photo courtesy Etsy

I never thought concrete could look this lovely, but Consider Concrete makes a pretty strong case. Christian makes concrete planters, bookends, and functional home decor. 

Want to decorate your home with stylish handmade goods? This is the category.

Blooming Happy

Omaha Wood Craft

Bialas Crafted

Pfyl Style

Unfinished on Q

Heartland Lettering

Bloom With Claire

Stories By Kyla

The Sawdust Fairy

Little Splashes of Color

Prairie Woodcraft MAK

Heritage Racing

Juli D Designs

Button for cute homemade gifts made in Nebraska

Craft kits 

Get creative and make your own stuff. These online shops have craft kits for you.

Basket Weaving

Chloe Art Crafts

Chunkadust

Modern Quilter

Bella Fiore Quilt Shop

Cat Bazaar

Gift boxes and care packages

Send love over the mail with these handmade care packages.

Simply Board Designs

Boxy Cleopatra

House of R Boxes

Sweets and cake supplies

Want to send something sweet by mail or perhaps you need the perfect cupcake topper? This is the category for you!

Lady Bug Cakes

Sugar Chic Design

The Toppery Co.

Where can I find more Omaha makers online?

When I made this list, I did not mean to overlook the literal hundreds of other makers in the Omaha metro area. Some makers don’t necessarily have an online store of their own, but you can find them in local collectives. Sometimes they’ll have in-person open houses, but currently, most will be online:

Omaha Art Collectives Online

Bench – Located just north of downtown Omaha, Bench is a co-work space for makers and builders. If you’re looking for handmade furniture, definitely check here.

Known for their great in-person trunk shows, due to the pandemic, the collective held their last event online. Time will tell if the next one will be virtual or in person.

Hot Shops Art Center – I miss Hot Shops’ annual open houses. The building has several floors of artist studios and it’s the best time to see their work and meet the artists. And the winter one is prime holiday shopping.

If you want an online option, head to the artists page on the website. Click on a bio to see if the artist has an online shop – several do!

Made in Omaha – I love shopping Made In Omaha in-person (now with a location in Countryside Village AND the Old Market). Luckily, you can shop for all of the awesome items online.

Support creative makers and artists by buying their products online! This list features Omaha makers in particular. From woven goods to earrings, and woodwork to toys, Omaha's creative community makes it.

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Claire

Tuesday 21st of September 2021

Hi Kim! Thanks so much for the feature in your Omaha article - I just came across it and am honored to be surrounded by so many other local makers! xo - Claire | BloomWithClaire

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