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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Events Calendar
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Interested in Becoming a Vendor at Wildcard?
Send the following information to info@wildcardpgh.com
- a brief description of your work
- photos of your work
- retail price ranges
- websites, etsy or other links to your work
- phone number and email address
We cannot accept submissions on a walk-in basis.
We will respond to your request as soon as possible. If we think your work would be a fit for the shop, we'll set up an appointment where you can bring samples of your work.
Wildcard in the News Pittsburgh Magazine (September 2010) - "Best of the Burgh 2010: Readers' Poll: Best New Boutique"
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (08/12/2010) - A profile of artist Matthew Buchholz and his show "Alternate Histories: Pittsburgh"
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (03/03/2010) - "Wildcard is more than a card shop, though it has great cards. Not your Hallmark variety."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (02/13/2010) - "Renovation lets the sun shine into old Isaly's in Lawrenceville"
Pittsburgh Magazine (02/2010) - "If roses and a box of chocolates seem too prosaic to give to your valentine, shop at Wildcard"
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (01/08/2010) - "Rebecca Morris runs a brightly colored storefront in Lawrenceville dedicated to selling handmade crafts by Pittsburghers, for Pittsburghers."
Pittsburgh City Paper (12/09/2009) - "Best Of Pittsburgh Staff Pick: Best store for people who don't get enough of Handmade Arcade"
Pittsburgh Business Times (11/30/2009) - "Wildcard sells handmade gifts"
The Bulletin (12/2009) - "The store celebrates the diversity of Pittsburgh's local art scene"
Pop City Media (11/3/2009) - "Etsy in the flesh: Crafts, cards and kitsch create a wild rumpus at WildCard"
Steeltown Anthem (10/26/2009) - "When I first walked into Wildcard, I was blown away by the fact that we finally have a place to go and get handmade items on a daily basis."
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!
Shopping at Wildcard:
Apronfest!!
May 1st, 2010
APRONS! Handmade and vintage...
The lovely Jackie is wearing one of our sweet vintage finds...
Shopping at Wildcard:
Mother's Day Delights
April 28th, 2010
Some sample gift ideas for Mother's Day on May 9!
Get her something shiny, she deserves it, right?
Shopping at Wildcard:
Iron City Upcyclery
April 22nd, 2010
Come check out the latest springtime fashion offerings from Iron City Upcyclery at Wildcard!
Fresh clothes were delivered this morning directly from her Lawrenceville studio!
Art All Night:
WildCard Open Until Midnight!
April 21st, 2010
In honor of Art All Night, WildCard will be open until MIDNIGHT this Saturday, so stop on by before you held over to Art All Night.
The vibe will be handmade with music from DJ Sagas, DJ Play Old Skool & DJ Llamo all night.
Gallery Opening:
Laura Berger Water Test
April 3rd, 2010
Laura Berger: Water Test
Opening reception is
April 15th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Refreshments will be served
Laura is one of our popular vendors from Chicago. She will be bringing paintings and prints and will transform our gallery space like no on has before.
Pinball Tournament Results
April 2nd, 2010
We had a great turnout at the pinball tournament. Some amateurs gave the world class players a run for their money. Congratulations to our winners ALT (Al Thomka) and PTY (Pete Hendricks). Below are photos from Cryss Stephens of the night.
Crafternoon : Pittsburgh Craft Collective
March 28th, 2010
Sunday, April 11th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Trunk Show:
Iron City Upcyclery
March 26th, 2010
We had a fantastic time at the Iron City Upcyclery Trunk Show Fashion Show. 14 Models!!! Thanks to everyone who came out.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Animal Nature
March 25th, 2010
"Animal Nature" art by Taylor Shields--available through April 9th.
Prints sizes are 19" x 20" and are $40 each, or get all 3 bear prints for $100.
Pinball Tournament
March 10th, 2010
Wildcard will be hosting a pinball tournament. Free to enter, two chances to win, all ages and the winners will receive a prize.
See if you have the skills to take charge on one of our classic machines!
Thursday, April 1st
6:00pm - 9:00pm
during extended hours
Raffle for Gift Basket Supporting Haiti
March 8th, 2010
The Pittsburgh Craft Collective is raffling off an awesome gift basket of handmade goodies to raise money for those impacted by the earthquake in Haiti.
Tickets are available at Wildcard for $5 and the proceeds will be donated to the BRESMA orphanage in Port-au-Prince through the Keystone Church of Hazelwood in Pittsburgh.
Crafternoon : Pittsburgh Craft Collective
March 4th, 2010
Sunday, March 14th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Shopping at Wildcard:
T-Shirts
March 2nd, 2010
Don't let winter get you down - Think Spring! We've got cool shirts galore for men & women and the best selection of PGH-themed shirts in town.
Gallery Reception:
Taylor Shields
March 1st, 2010
Animal Nature Opening Night Reception
Thursday, March 4th
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come celebrate the opening of Taylor Shields' "Animal Nature" show at WildCard, featuring orignal drawings and prints. Read about the show here: link
Snow City
February 21st, 2010
Some beautiful views of Wildcard during a snow storm.
Crafternoon : Pittsburgh Craft Collective
February 18th, 2010
Sunday, February 21st
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Shopping at Wildcard:
Valentines Day Cards
February 10th, 2010
Get a card for your loved one at WildCard!
Shopping at Wildcard:
Cats & Dogs
February 3rd, 2010
Doggie shirts from Grrr... and cat toys from Oh Boy Cat Toy. So cute.
Gallery Reception:
Elliot McNally
January 10th, 2010
Star Trek Quilts by Elliot McNally
Thursday, January 28th
6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Come meet the artist
- See her work in the store now
- Read about the show in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Shopping at Wildcard:
Buttercup Blues
January 5th, 2010
A new year = a new you. Try on some Buttercup Blues for size. Buttercup Blues Fashions . is a line of re-designed vintage clothing by Rachel Vallozzi. Select pieces on sale at Wildcard!
Shopping at Wildcard:
Milk It
December 12th, 2009
We just received Penguins shirts and Steelers & Penguins commemorative prints from Jim Shearer of Milkit Productions. You might have seen these on Yinz Luv da Guins.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Chanukah Cards
December 5th, 2009
It is so hard to find good Chanukah cards. Don't forget Chanukah start the evening of December 11th.
Gallery Reception:
Pastilla-CCSG
December 2nd, 2009
Drawings by Cristina Saucedo
Saturday, December 12th
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Come meet the artist
See her work in the store now or online
Shopping at Wildcard:
Christmas Cards
November 29th, 2009
Its that time of the year, Christmas card season. Here is a sample of the Christmas cards we have at the store.
Lawrenceville
Cookie Tour
November 27th, 2009
Wildcard is the newest spot on this year's Lawrenceville Cookie Tour. With over 3,000 attendees last year, the Cookie Tour is the largest Lawrenceville festival of the year.
Feel free to stop by Wildcard for your free cookie.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Aprons
November 19th, 2009
All of these adorable aprons are in stock. Come by Wildcard and check them out!
Lawrenceville
Thursday Nite Mixer
November 12th, 2009
Wildcard joins other Heart of Lawrenceville businesses staying open late on Thursday, until 9:00pm
Feel free to stop by and visit us.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Woolpets
November 9th, 2009
Make your own super cute bluebirds, owls, red foxes, hedgehogs, penguins and bunnies with Woolpet kits at Wildcard
Gallery Reception:
Faces & Facades
November 2nd, 2009
Photos by Amy Mahle
from the Allegheny Cemetery
Saturday, November 14th
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Come meet the artist and see her beautiful work.
Shopping at Wildcard:
Onesies
October 28th, 2009
We have the cutest onesies, including Pittsburgh onesies.
The perfect gift!
Crafternoon : Pittsburgh Craft Collective
October 27th, 2009
Sunday, November 7th
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grand Opening Party
October 24th, 2009
Saturday, November 7th
6:00pm - 10:00pm
- Enjoy the tunes of DJ Zombo
- Be dazzled by the magic of our magician
- Holler at the hula hoop demonstration
- Participate in the Pinball Tournament
- Meet the vendors of our wares
- Tour an amazing apartment by Botero Development
