Cards, paper, stationery, bags, wallets, buttons, jewelry, t-shirts, craft supplies, original art, vintage, gallery space and more! With a focus on local artists and crafters.
We are located in the Heart of Lawrenceville.
Contact Info
4209 Butler Street
Pittsburgh PA 15201
(412) 224-2651 info@wildcardpgh.com
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Interested in Becoming a Vendor at Wildcard?
We are always looking to add new items to our store, particularly handmade items from the Pittsburgh region.
Unfortunately we cannot accept submissions on a walk-in basis - we prefer all requests be made via email to vendor@wildcardpgh.com
If you think you have something we'd like to see, send us an email with:
1 - Your name and/or company name.
2 - A brief description of your work.
3 - A link to a website with photos of your work, or 2-3 photos of your work.
4 - The range of your retail prices.
5 - Your phone number and email address.
We will review all submissions and if we think your work would be a good fit for us, we will contact you. Please be patient! We receive a lot of submissions and it takes time for us to review all of them. Please do not be discouraged if we don't get back to you right away, or if we feel your work wouldn't be the right match for the shop---we really enjoy looking at all the creative items you've made and appreciate the fact that you took the time to share them with us!
If you have any questions, please contact us at vendor@wildcardpgh.com Events Calendar
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Knit and Crochet Trail Markers Project
Jan 26
Join us Thursday, January 26 from 6-8pm! Alicia Kachmar and the Mount Washington Community Development Corporation are again partnering for a Meet-Up! at Wildcard, everyone's favorite spot for locally handmade goods in Lawrenceville. Snacks and beverages will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well.
Knit a whole marker or just add to one in progress! Don't worry if you don't know how, all skill levels are welcome and people will be available to help teach knitting and crocheting. This event is free and open to the public. Donations of yarn (primary shades of red, yellow, blue, purple, etc) are very welcome!
The Knit Trail Markers Project offers a unique opportunity for Pittsburghers to participate in community service for the city's newest Regional Park and knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to participate in making biodegradable trail markers. The markers will be used to identify trails in the Emerald View Park in the Allentown, Duquesne Heights and Mount Washington neighborhoods. The knit trail markers are intended to blaze the way for people interested in hiking the Park's spectacular trails. Click here for more information.
Crafty Survey!
Jan 16
We need your help! We're looking at bringing back monthly classes and craft workshops here at Wildcard, but first we'd like to hear from you! What would you like to see here? What kind of crafty demonstrations would you like to participate in?
We'd love if if you'd take a minute and fill out our survey!
Super****s: Art from the staff of The Andy Warhol Museum
Jan 13 - Feb 19
Andy Warhol's Superstars were an elite clique of personalities that gained notoriety and fame through their association with the infamous artist. They were heavily featured in Warhol's early works and their lives were immersed in the New York City art scene.
The staff of the Andy Warhol Museum are similarly immersed in the Pittsburgh art community. The artists featured in this show all have two things in common: they have worked as caretakers of Warhol's art by day and as fine artists by night.
Featured artists: Erin Philips, Katie Watson, Matthew Robison, Adrienne Rozzi, Joel Brown, Brad Heiple, Kathleen Guzowski, Ryan Emmett, & Elliot McNally. Helping to curate the show is Elliot McNally, whose Star Trek Quilts show was first seen at Wildcard in January 2010. Super****s opens on Friday January 13th and runs until February 19.
Join us for a free opening night reception on Friday, Jan 13 from 6 to 9pm!
Wildcard: Holiday Hours!
Dec 6, 2011
Saturday, Dec 24 11-5pm
Dec 25 & 26 CLOSED
Saturday, Dec 31 11-5pm
Jan 1 & 2 CLOSED
We hope you have a great holiday season!
As Seen on TV: Yinzer Gift Guide at Wildcard
Dec 3, 2011
A ton of products available at Wildcard were featured in Virginia Monanez's Yinzer Gift Guide .
And then CBS Channel 2 decided to get in on the fun by coming to our store to see for themselves!
Below are links to some of the great people who make the featured products. And some of the work, like Nick Caruso's Make Believe It shirts and Jim Shearer's Christmas cards (pictured to the right) can only be found here at Wildcard!
Alternate Histories: A Living Dead History of Pittsburgh
Nov 17, 2011
After the success of Alternate Histories: Pittsburgh show in August 2010, Wildcard is pleased to present the follow up to that show, "The Living Dead History of Pittsburgh."
Ever since George A. Romero's Night of the Living Dead revolutionized the zombie genre, Pittsburgh has been intertwined with tales of the living dead. This show, produced under Buchholz's Alternate Histories artist name, raises the question: What if Zombies had been in this area since the days of Fort Pitt and the founding of the city?
Original work and prints are available for sale. "The Living Dead History of Pittsburgh" runs at Wildcard through the end of December.
Some of Our Favorite Products
Wildcard Microcraft Fall Hallo-Witch Craft Book Release Second Anniversary Party Spectacular...in 3D!
Oct 20 2011
Thursday, October 20: We're celebrating the publication of Microcrafts - a new how-to book for making teeny tiny crafts - edited and contributed to by local crochet superstar Alicia Kachmar and featuring work by Pittsburgh artists Nadia Marks Wojcik and Tamara Barker. We're also highlighting Kachmar's Witch Craft book, which is perfect for planning a handmade, homemade Halloween!
We'll also be selling tickets and then drawing winners for our month-long Steeltown Etsy raffle to help Alicia Kachmar with medical bills.
And let's not forget that it's Wildcard's Second Anniversary! We're thrilled to have been here in Lawrenceville for two years now and we want to thank our loyal customers with a spectacular party! Costumes are welcome, and the first 25 families receive a free goodie bag!
5-7pm Crafting
Join Alicia Kachmar, Nadia Marks Wojcik and Tamara Barker as they as they lead you in some DIY craft projects from the book. Family-friendly: just bring yourself and a desire to craft! Free snacks for kids and books for sale!
7-9pm Party!
Bring your dancing and drinking shoes as we celebrate Wildcard's 2nd anniversary! Both books will still be on sale, but we'll have food, drinks (bring your ID if you're over 21), raffles, and music!
A Bee's Experience: A Group Paper Cut Show
Oct 7 2011
On Friday, October 7th from 6 to 9 pm, WildCard will host the world premiere of "A Bee's Experience," a group show featuring the paper cut work of Kathryn Carr, Bec Young, and Stacey Malasky.
The idea to collaborate on a paper cutting show was spurred by a casual conversation a year ago between Pittsburgh paper cut artists Bec Young and Kathryn Carr. Both desired to showcase the beauty and uniqueness of paper cut art. Young asked Stacey Malasky, a friend and fellow paper cut artist from Ohio, if she would like to be apart of the show as well. The three decided to focus their show on bees; Stacey is a bee keeper and all three ladies wanted to heighten public awareness of the plight of bees. ( Click here to learn more)
Forever Ago New Work by Mundania Horvath
August 26, 2011
Wildcard is pleased to host the World Premiere of "Forever Ago," a show of new works by multi-talented local designer, artist, and blogger Mundania Horvath (Steeltown Anthem.). This is Mundania's first show since 2002, and it ties in with the launch of her new magazine, Steeltown Anthem, which has its first print issue in August.
Mundania, who grew up in the Pittsburgh area and moved back to the city in 2009, has long been fascinated with the images of industry surrounding the Three Rivers region. Says Mundania, "I enjoy taking apart found objects, using images from the past and typography to construct art that evokes a genuine reaction." Incorporating pop culture elements, text, and vintage photography, she is creating original collages on wood using paint and mixed media for this new show. Wildcard will also have Mundania Horvath's prints for sale, along with the first issue of Steeltown Anthem.
Join us for Opening Night on August 26th for free drinks, food, & music.
Insert Coin to Play: Pinball Life
July 15, 2011
To celebrate the Pinball machine's presence as both art and an inspiration to artists, Wildcard is proud to present Insert Coin to Play: Pinball Life. The show includes the debut of a new Lawrenceville-themed pinball machine, featuring art by local artist Andy Scott, in addition to other work by Featuring Work By: Dan Burfield, Cryss Stephens, Elizabeth Klevens, Doug Cooper, Brian Holderman, Rafael Colon, and Mike Budai.
Wildcard will be hosting its annual Wildcard Pinball Classic on Friday, July 22. The competition will feature four tournaments on four separate machines, as well as a playoff for a grand prize. Free to enter. In addition, 50% of the proceeds from the show and tournament will go to local bicycle advocacy group Bike Pittsburgh.
Pinball Life is timed to coincide with the Professional & Amateur Pinball Association (PAPA) World Championships (August 11-14), held each year in Scott Township.
An Opening Night reception with the artists will be held on Friday, July 15, from 6-9PM with free drinks and refreshments.
Thanks to Pittsburgh Magazine Readers!
June 28, 2011
We'd like to thank Pittsburgh Magazine readers who voted us as the Best Card Store in the 2011 Best of the Burgh poll! We really appreciate all the love and support that we get from 'Burghers!
Cyclops Werewolf!
July 10, 2011
Join us for a one-day only showing of Drawings and Paintings by Finnigan Cutty Holton. This is Holton's first exhibition...he's age 5! Sponsored by Drawing Room Tattoo, Dozen Bakeshop, Specter Studios, Sign Works, and Wildcard
Reception with the artist on Sunday, July 10 from 4-7pm.
Chantal deFelice's Pretty as a Pittsburgh
May 13 - June 30, 2011
Best known for her black and white sketches of Bloomfield, deFelice expands on this palette by incorporating color on woodgrain backgrounds, creating a colorful new approach.
Pretty as a Pittsburgh consists of fourteen new works which will be for sale, as well as prints, cards, and earrings featuring deFelice's work. More samples of her work can be seen here.
Lawrenceville
Blossom Tour
May 7 & 8, 2011
The Blossom Tour is a celebration of Spring and Lawrenceville's dedication to local goods & services! Travel down Butler street on May 7 & 8 to see all that our local artisans, craftsmakers, businesses, bakers, and more have to offer!
Sustainability starts at home, and what better way to take action than to plant your own garden? At each official Blossom Tour stop, we're giving out free seed packets! These seeds are responsibly and sustainably grown and the selection is specially designed for our climate. If you plant all of them, you'll have a bountiful garden that can feed an entire family!
Don't forget: Sunday, May 8 is Mother’s Day! Celebrate with mom by going shopping, picking up seeds, and touring Lawrenceville shops and galleries!
Click here to visit the 2011 Blossom Tour Website.
Gallery Show:
Jim Shearer
April 1, 2011
"Opening Day: Yinz Luv 'Da Buccos" Art Opening
Reception on April 1 from 8-10pm
Jim Shearer, the mastermind behind the web-series "Yinz Luv 'Da Guins" and "Yinz Luv 'Da Stillers," is answering a question he's been asked ever since he started his homemade, YouTube sports shows three years ago: Do yinz luv 'da Buccos? The answer is "yes." In "Opening Day: Yinz Luv 'Da Buccos" exhibit on display at Wildcard through the month of April, Shearer pays homage to the Pittsburgh Pirates of his youth (back when it was somewhat customary to end a season with more wins than losses) in a series of portraits of beloved players. Using the same art tools he wielded as a youngster, each image is created with colored pencils, crayons, magic markers, and watercolors.
Opening Night reception on Friday, April 1 from 8-10PM. The event is free and includes complimentary drinks and refreshments, along with a Pirates trivia contest and other surprises.
Classes at WildCard
Pittsburgh Craft Collective: Dream Pillow Class
April 30, 2011
Join us for a Dream Pillow Class on Saturday, April 30 from 1 to 3pm! Instructor Abbey Bricker writes: "I have always loved to dream. In fact, there are some mornings when I purposely fall back asleep just to continue dreaming. Anything can happen while you are sleeping; you can relive beautiful moments from your waking life, or be with people that you love and miss. When I learned about dream pillows I was intrigued - the idea of influencing my dreams with lovely herbs tucked into a tiny pillow I made myself was definitely something I had to try!"
Dream pillows are easy to make and can be put to good use the same night they are made. Abbey provides most of the materials - you just need to bring cotton fabric (two strips, each 5" by 12") and thread, needles and pins.
If you'd like to RSVP for this class, please click here Time: 1:00-3:30pm Date: Sat, April 30 Where: Wildcard Cost: $24 per person; $17 for PCC members
Gallery Show:
Ryder Henry
February 12, 2011
"4 Lydia Was, is, and will be a great space nation" Art Opening
On Display through March
Artist Ryder Henry brings his Pittsburgh-inspired miniature city and spaceships to WildCard! Come see Henry's futurist designs made entirely of reclaimed material, as well as visual art featuring these sci-fi sculptures.
A resident of East Liberty, Henry creates spaceships and a large model city out of repurposed cardboard, as well as creating paintings based on his own sculptural works. The city incorporates everyday designs along with fantastic future buildings, while Henry's spaceship models create a marvelous, anachronistic history of space travel.
Knit & Crochet
Trail Markers
Project Meet-Up!
February 3, 2011
Thursday February 3, 6:00 to 8:00pm
Alicia Kachmar and the Mount Washington Community Development Corporation are again partnering for a Meet-Up to knit and crochet trail markers for Emerald View Park in the Allentown, Duquesne Heights and Mount Washington neighborhoods. Knit a whole marker or just add to one in progress! Don't worry if you don't know how, all skill levels are welcome and people will be available to help teach knitting and crocheting.
This event is free and open to the public. Snacks and beverages will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well.
Gallery Show:
Rock Show, Dude!
Ongoing through January
Rock Show, Dude!
Celebrating Rock 'n Roll Concert Posters
ROCK SHOW, DUDE! is a new art show that celebrates the beauty found in rock 'n roll concert posters. Featuring works by these 16 artists: Andre Costello, Andy Scott, Ben Stewart, Christian Breitkreutz, David Pokrivnak, Gian Romagnoli, Jes Lavecchia, Jon Hemmis, Katie Gould, Maggie Negrete, Matt Ketchum, Megan Herwig, Nate McDonough, Ron Copeland, Seth Ledonne, Steph Neary.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Lawrenceville's Doh Dah Days Video
November 9th, 2010
We now sell this fantastic video describing Lawrenceville's history, the life of Stephen Foster and a tour of Allegheny Cemetery. A fun documentary to watch.
Trunk Show:
Autumn Group
November 9th, 2010
Autumn Group Trunk Show:
An Evening of Upcycled Fashions!
Friday November 12th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
WildCard will be hosting an autumn group trunk show featuring handmade upcycled wearables from Pittsburgh and beyond.
Come check out these awesome clothes and accessories that are all made from repurposed materials, guaranteed to get you ready for winter in style!
There will be vintage tops adorned with delicately-embroidered creatures from the nimble fingers of Ichi-Ni-San, dresses and winter capes and other '60s- and '70's-inspired clothing sewn from vintage fabrics by Iron City Upcyclery, awesome scarves and headbands made of upcycled t-shirts from Craftees, amazingly redesigned one-of-a-kind vintage clothing by Buttercup Blues, beautiful hand-knitted accessories made from reclaimed yarn by Charmed By Nature, and incredibly colorful and whimsical winter hats and accessories from the talented Carla Morris!
Shopping at Wildcard:
Holiday Cards Are Here
November 6th, 2010
Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas & New Years cards are all here. Chanukah starts early this year on December 2nd!!
Crafternoon : Pittsburgh Craft Collective
November 1st, 2010
Sunday, November 14th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Now with Mimosas! Join members of the Pittsburgh Craft Collective for an all-inclusive meeting to work on your projects, share secrets, or just get some great new ideas! Free! Link for more info
Shopping at Wildcard:
Pittsburgh T-Shirt Collection
October 26th, 2010
Here is most of the cast and crew of Bakerloo Theatre Project's "Under Milk Wood" wearing a variety of WildCard's Pittsburgh themed t-shirt offerings.
Strangely Familiar: Uncanny Works on Paper and WildCard's One Year Anniversary!
Oct 15, 2010
On View Now
"Strangely Familiar: Uncanny Works on Paper," features new work from a formidable group of Pittsburgh artists including Mary Tremonte, Heidi Tucker, Matt McDowell, Nils Hanczar, Mario Zucca, Berry Breene, Christian Breitkreuz, Mike Budai, Mike Vandegrift, Teresa Martuccio, Thommy Conroy, Tate Hudson, and Jackie McDowell. The exhibit runs from October 5th to October 31st.
Classes at WildCard
Beginning Spinning - Drop Spindle
September 19, 2010
Already addicted to yarn? Want to learn to make your own? In this beginning spinning class, you will learn the park and draft method of spinning on a drop spindle. This ancient method of spinning is fun, portable and will give you some fun yarn to boot!
If you'd like to RSVP for this class, please do so to pghcraftcollective@gmail.com. We do require that you pre-pay for this class to reserve your spot.
Supplies: Spindle and Fiber. Hand dyed fiber can be bought from the instructor for $3 an ounce. Cosette Cornelius-Bates is a full time fiber artist based in Pittsburgh, PA. She spends much of her time designing, knitting, spinning, dyeing, and recycling sweaters. She regularly appears at craft fairs in the Pittsburgh area and surrounding cities, selling her one-of-a-kind handknit hats and handspun yarns. Her patterns have been collected in a book called Knit One, Embellish Too: Hats, Mittens, and Scarves with a Twist.
Time: 2pm - 3pm Date: September 19 Where: Wildcard Cost: $25 per person; $20 for PCC members
Join members of the Pittsburgh Craft Collective for an all-inclusive meeting to work on your projects, share secrets, or just get some great new ideas! Free! Link for more info
Alternate Histories: Pittsburgh
September 1, 2010
Historic Pittsburgh and Sci-Fi Monsters
Together at Last!
Alternate Histories: Pittsburgh, a show that combines historic photos of Pittsburgh with science-fiction imagery continues through the end of September at WildCard.
Prints (framed and unframed) are for sale along with cards and newly added buttons and magnets. Check out the Post-Gazette Article for more information about the show and the artist!
Classes at WildCard
Polymer Clay Jewelry
August 15, 2010
This class was so much fun the first time, we’re offering it again!
Now’s your chance to learn to make beautiful, one-of-a-kind pendants from leaves and polymer clay. All materials will be supplied (leaves, clay, paint, cord, tools) for each person to make 2-3 finished necklaces. Class size is limited to 8. If you’d like to RSVP for this class, please do so to pghcraftcollective@gmail.com. We do require that you pre-pay for this class to reserve your spot.
Check out Lynne's Flickr page for her jewelry creations, Charmed By Nature: http://www.flickr.com/photos/charmedbynature/
Time: 1pm - 3pm Date: August 15 Where: Wildcard Materials: Included Cost: $25 per person; $20 for PCC members
Wedding Show:
Hand(made) in Marriage
June 15th, 2010
WildCard and I Made It! Market will hosts Pittsburgh's first annual alternative indie DIY bridal show, Hand(Made) in Marriage
Saturday, June 26th
Hand(Made) In Marriage is Pittsburgh's alternative, indie wedding show. Our goal is to offer the people of Pittsburgh a cool place to meet vendors who can provide them with something outside the norm.
The event will take place:
Saturday, June 26th
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Free To enter
at WildCard and Istanbul Grille across the street.
Kathryn Carr Presents:
Root
June 14th, 2010
Kathryn Carr's amazing show of paper-cut work. They are beautiful. Now up in the gallery until mid-July
Gallery Opening:
Root
June 5th, 2010
Kathryn Carr Presents
Root: A Scherenschnitte Show
Opening reception is
Friday June 11th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Refreshments will be served
WildCard and Kathryn Carr invite you to the opening of "Root," a show of new paper-cut work.
Free opening night reception - no RSVP required. New pieces as well as prints & cards for sale! Visit gocarrgo.com or the Facebook Event for more information.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Father's Day Cards
June 3rd, 2010
Looking for the most awesome selection of Father's Day cards in Pittsburgh?
You've found it! Here's just a sampling...
Shopping at Wildcard:
Father's Day Gifts
June 2nd, 2010
Handcrafted wooden pens, fused-glass cufflinks, upcycled tie and money clips...
we've got tons of cool gift ideas for Father's Day on June 20th!
Shopping at Wildcard:
Janell Almodovar
May 31st, 2010
stylish and sustainable burlap bags by Janell Almodovar of Lancaster, PA!
WildCard's Vintage Festival
May 22nd, 2010
WildCard's Vintage Festival will be held this Memorial Day weekend. This show will feature many pieces from Helen's Lawrenceville collection. A majority of the items are from the 1920s - 1960s and are in excellent condition.
Vintage treasures at flea market prices!!
The event will take place:
Friday, May 28th, 11:00am - 7:00pm Saturday, May 29th, 11:00am - 7:00pm Sunday, May 30th, Noon - 6:00pm
Maybe 1,000 items including clothing, hats & accessories, jewelry, furniture, electronics, records, books, housewares, artwork, chotchkies, etc.
Join members of the Pittsburgh Craft Collective for an all-inclusive meeting to work on your projects, share secrets, or just get some great new ideas! Free! Link for more info
Shopping at Wildcard:
Cory Miller
May 4th, 2010
Cory Miller's awesome wood candle & bird-feeder sets.
Made of Sassafras trees, they're a perfect gift for an eco-friendly Mom!
