Our Story

WomanCraft Gifts is a co-op of local artisans that was founded in 1973 (see the timeline at the bottom of the page).  Our name stems from our beginning. We got started when a handful of local women gathered and organized our shop as a place where they and others could share and sell their work, and create a sense of community centered on hand crafts. Our store is currently located in Carrboro, North Carolina, in an area known for its rich cultural diversity.  

As a co-op, we are owned and operated by the local artists whose work makes up our product selections. We create the products, sell them, manage the business operations and most importantly, share our stories with each other and our customers. Each member and consignor is paid only when their items are sold.

Our co-op currently has 25 member artists working together, and we provide additional space for more than 30 other local artisans. The men and women of WomanCraft lovingly create the perfect gifts with an eye for detail and a flair for the unique. We have whimsical, elegant, and functional gifts for everyone, everything from the newborn to the eldest on your list.