Hand-designed in Philadelphia, TWEE is a woman-owned maker’s studio creating art tools for little hands, including its distinctive handmade sidewalk chalk. Its individually made pieces are designed to support grip strength and fine motor skills while inviting imaginative play, and no two are exactly alike. The company also uses selected products to support causes, including autism research at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Felt+FatSince 2013, Felt+Fat has handcrafted porcelain tableware and home goods in its Philadelphia studio, where each piece is made to order by a team ranging from novices to master craftspeople. The Kensington company began by making dishes for some of the finest chefs in the United States and is best known for durable, colorful ceramics such as its hand-splattered Confetti collection. It builds its wares from domestically sourced materials and invests in fair wages, benefits, and a clean studio workplace.PHILADELPHIA, PA
Sweet Designs ChocolatierFor 30 years, Sweet Designs Chocolatier has made handmade gourmet chocolate confections in Lakewood, including its distinctive Chokolatine collection of hand-painted chocolates inspired by artists and displayed like small works of art. Founded by European immigrant Ines Rehner, the woman-owned business makes its chocolates in-house in the European tradition, with artists and master chocolatiers working together on flavors, presentation and event favors.LAKEWOOD, OH
NicMarie DesignNicole Marie Kosh founded NicMarie Design in 2019 after developing small self-care practices during her own healing journey. The West Chester-area maker is known for handmade work rooted in her multimedia-art background, including aromatherapy jewelry and gentle skincare for sensitive skin. Sales support survivors of sexual trauma and abuse.EXTON, PA
Chalk of the TownChalk of the Town makes reusable chalkboard clothing and accessories that let people draw, wear, erase and redesign their own look. Its washable cotton T-shirts feature special no-smudge surfaces, while kits add water-based chalk markers, stencils and an erasing cloth; the same idea extends to tote bags and patches. The products are made in the USA with domestic and imported components and carry Patent #12203213.NEW YORK, NY