TLDR: YES, I EMPHATICALLY RECOMMEND LOCALLY CRAFTED AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE EVERYTHING THEY HAVE
Ya know, gas prices (and 270/beltway traffic!) being how they are... I'm not one to make trips that are necessarily out of my way. I had been wanting to make the trip to Locally Crafted since I heard of their opening from a local earring designer that I follow. Finally, on my way to Frederick for Thanksgiving, I specifically planned a stop here, not really sure what they would have. Look....Forget traffic and gas prices: I would go out of my way to come back here and I would tell everyone I know as well that it is worth the trip to Gaithersburg just to come here and do some shopping of local artists and designers.
I was really impressed at the assortment of things they had here and how many designers they were able to get under one roof. Jewelry, soap, bags, coasters, food items, baby items, pet treats, candles, art prints... are just a few of the things they have. I don't even know how long I spent gazing over the tables of things because I was so enamored at everything. The prices are all affordable too. The ladies that work here are helpful and quick to assist you (but don't worry introverts: not in that overbearing way you know some sales people can be) It's like shopping with friends. Most of all, you just feel good supporting a local business and the things you find here are so much more unique than you would find at the mall.
I look forward to seeing how their inventory changes with the seasons and already look forward to my next visit. read more