Shopping - Arlington Magazine

Maria Milton's stained glass designs include suncatchers, plant propagators and glass earrings in vivid hues.

Skip the big box stores and shop local. These are a few of our favorite things from area makers, artists and independent boutiques.

The Golden Fox at Clarendon Crossing stocks apparel, home decor and other merch by women-owned businesses.

Heather and Josh Mazen donate 10% of the proceeds from their artisanal soaps and rustic signs to racial and climate justice organizations.

Arlington jewelry maker Crystal Ellis designs custom bracelets with symbolic meaning.

Plant whisperer Christina Foy specializes in easy-care greenery and handmade macrame accessories.

No green thumb? This Arlington start-up sells pretty flowers with DIY growing tips. The floral-inspired cocktail recipes are a freebie.

Find her pretty mugs, bowls and planters at pop-ups and festivals around the DMV. Musical note: She also makes oboe reeds.

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Say it with paper. Patricia Okrasinski Heffner's boutique studio specializes in bespoke invitations and wedding stationery.

The Arlington designer uses ethically-mined precious metals, recycled gemstones and lab-grown diamonds, and recycles most of her metal waste.

Made in Arlington using recycled textile waste fabrics, these colorful baskets are fun and functional.

Made in Arlington, these candles with affirmational messages celebrate the Black and African Diasporic community.