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Take a class or peruse unique locally-made goods at ceramics studio Carter & Rose on Southeast Division Street.
Credit: Catalina Gaitan

Makers

Portland is a hub for artists, entrepreneurs and creators alike, with community studios, warehouses and makerspaces that let you DIY your way around town.

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Take a class or peruse unique locally-made goods at ceramics studio Carter & Rose on Southeast Division Street.
Credit: Catalina Gaitan

Maker Events

Visit with local artists and find inspiration for your own next project at these events.

Artist Shannon Carlson works in her Southeast Portland studio.

Portland Open Studios

For two weekends every October, Portland Open Studios invites visitors to explore the houses and offices of artists across the city.

This local springtime festival showcases the city's dynamic creative community.

Design Week Portland

This annual springtime festival showcases Portland's creative community, with a week full of lectures, design events and open houses.

One of the 250+ artisans who sell their products at the Portland Saturday Market.

Portland Saturday Market

Open every Saturday and Sunday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.

Makerspaces to Visit in Portland

A bustling hub for artists and entrepreneurs, Portland is leading the maker movement in America. See the creative process up close at these makerspaces.

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Local Makers

The Rose City's maker community crafts an endless array of unique, handcrafted goods.

Savor locally made treats, like the Habanero Caramel Crown by Alma Chocolates.

Portland Candy Makers and Chocolatiers

These seven Portland candy artisans craft unique sweets, be they creamy cacao confections, rainbow-colored candies or salty-sweet treats.

Queen Bee Creations' bags are made in North Portland.

Shop for Made-In-Portland Goods

These companies churn out consistently cool made-in-Portland products, from fashionable swimwear and accessories to leather goods and lighting.
The Martinez family handcrafts heirloom-quality leather at Orox.

Luxe Local Leather

Portland artisans are using high-quality, beautifully tanned and sustainably dyed leather for their goods, crafting pieces that will last for decades.
Portlander Christopher Bevans designs futuristic athleticwear for his label, DYNE.

Portland Designers of Color

Ready to upgrade your wardrobe, Portland-style? Turn heads with the latest fashions from these celebrated Portland designers of color.
Beach Bones pieces feature organic lines and translucent colors.

Portland Jewelry Designers

Shop these Portland jewelry designers for beautiful, wearable art that exudes personal expression with a local touch.