Maker House Co.

411 reviews

987 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2Y1, Canada

makerhouse.com

+16134226253

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Maker House Co. is a Gift shop located at 987 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2Y1, Canada. It has received 411 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday11AM-7PM
Wednesday11AM-7PM
Thursday10AM-6PM
Friday11AM-5PM
Saturday11AM-7PM
Sunday11AM-7PM

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  • The address of Maker House Co.: 987 Wellington St. W, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2Y1, Canada

  • Maker House Co. has 4.8 stars from 411 reviews

  • Gift shop

  • "Cool shop featuring a variety of homeware goods produced by local artists and craftspeople"

    "My purchase of a leather dinosaur keychain or ornament was just as pictured online"

    "You know when you go into a place, and after the first interaction with a staff member you say to yourself “I want to be their friend” - well this is was my experience yesterday"

    "Great shop with handmade products from makers all across Ontario and Canada"

    "Recently discovered this local store and keep finding myself going back to check out all the cool Canadian products"

Reviews

  • Andy Ng

Cool shop featuring a variety of homeware goods produced by local artists and craftspeople. A bit of everything for everyone makes it worth a visit to peruse and browse around even if a purchase is not intended. Definitely come out of with an appreciation for hand crafts and the local community.

  • Jean A Paterson

My purchase of a leather dinosaur keychain or ornament was just as pictured online. It has a sturdy feel and an unmistakable shape of a Dino, as well as an appropriate texture on one side. It is intended as a gift for a neighbour’s grandson.

  • Michèle Mohamud

You know when you go into a place, and after the first interaction with a staff member you say to yourself “I want to be their friend” - well this is was my experience yesterday. The woman was soo nice, super cool, informative and positive.

  • May Zhagro

Great shop with handmade products from makers all across Ontario and Canada. Loved how it’s such an easy place to go shop for local gifts for friends and family. When we went, there were also preñada gift boxes which makes it easier to buy

  • Catherine H

Recently discovered this local store and keep finding myself going back to check out all the cool Canadian products. So many unique finds. I particularly like the variety of personal care products made locally in Ontario. Each product is

  • mkrbc 87

We bought a calendar online on Jan. 7, and got an email promptly saying it was ready to pick up. Went to pick it up but found the store closed for inventory for three days. When we got the item in our hands we realised it was not the one

  • Jessica Parent

Love this store. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Interesting local and artisan made stuff that rotates, and is really neat. Lots of homemade ceramics and wood, especially kitchenware, lots of food products like maple syrup, hot

  • Wendy Lawson

Fantastic little shop of artisan items. Some you can find in other shops in Ottawa, but the majority are unique gems. The last star is missing because of the waiting outside to get in. Otherwise a great little shop worth the wait.

  • Sarah Kiraly

Can't say enough wonderful things about this store. It's my go to if I'm looking for a unique gift or just something different for myself. Everything there has a story and you can feel it. Also the cards are the best!

  • Valorie Butler

Participated in a Ukrainian Egg Decorationg class today. It was a lot of fun and I made a lovely egg! Great little shop to poke around in. A lot of cottage decoration ideas. Very cozy with super friendly staff!

  • Sarah Fin

This is an awesome place. Huge variety of handmade items, great for gifts. You can tell so much thought and effort has been put into cultivating this shop. Really great unique Ottawa made wares. Must visit.

  • Sara Lomas

Awesome boutique store full of Canadian made treasures. Give yourself time when you go because there’s a lot to look at. Great for gifts or for yourself. Staff was lovely. Queer friendly. Highly recommend.

  • Karen Bayluk

I purchased the Under One Roof Maple Leaf pins from maker house. They are beautiful and such a lovely piece of history! They arrived very quickly. I would absolutely recommend purchasing from Maker House!

  • Lisa Bee

A neat store filled with fascinating and functional works by local artists. I came for some unique postcards and was not disappointed! I will definitely be back once these postcards are sent!

  • Giscarde Rousseau

Staff are super friendly and helpful. 3rd time to the store and absolutely love all the hand crafted items in there. Just recently moved to Ottawa and it's one of my favorite stores here.

  • Saira Shamim

Amazing store and staff! I got custom work done by Ive and Gareth, created exactly what I needed and was in communication step by step to make sure I was happy. Highly recommend

  • Joan Masolijn

Great gift shop or treat yourself! Big variety of original quality products and support canadian made products and local charities. Really enjoyed browsing through the store!

  • R S

This is a wonderful company. All of my dealings to date have been seamless with positive outcomes. I highly recommend it and the unique Canadian made items that they offer.

  • Mikey Blanchard

Outstanding everything. Service, selection, kindness, just the best. I hope one day my wife or kids items will be available here. One of our go to spots for awesomeness.

  • Thomas Szabo

Very nice staff … Lots of nice craft productions. However seriously everything is ridiculously overpriced. A key ring with a piece of leather attached to it was $10.!

  • Morgan Scragg

Very cute store! Love to support local shops and artisans and this is the perfect place to do it. So many cool things of all sorts, and great items for gifting!

  • Leah Jurkovic

This store is so special in every way - their products, vision and contribution back to their community is just incredible. I can’t recommend them enough!

  • Juan Suarez

Great unique products and great service, Jenn is amazing, she understands very well the customer and offers the best that she have and the best products.

  • Christina Marie

Just stopped in here today, beautiful shop and such lovely staff. So warm, kind and helpful. Will be stopping in again for more soaps. Thanks again!

  • Hunter Bungay

Fantastic service, very courteous staff with so many great gifts that it's next to impossible to not buy something. Handmade happiness.

  • Marley Langman

I love seeing what new items pop up in Maker House! Their inventory is high quality and a great spot for gift shopping.

  • Jen Alv

Our favourite go-to when it comes to finding gifts for any occasion!! As local as it gets with the best service!

  • Nokturnas

This place is an absolute gem! Tons of neat stuff, most of it made locally or at the very least within Canada.

  • M M-L

Very impressed by this store! First of all, it is a physical and an online store, so you have the best of both

  • Michele Pollesel

A very interesting shop which makes unique, often local, products available. Excellent and friendly service.

  • Amanda Blair

They have so much great stuff both made locally and from other parts of Canada. Great gifts or for yourself.

  • Pat Caven

My friend is nuts about bees. These are a great, vibrant colour and will fit her beautifully. Recommended!

  • Jane Rau

Bought a couple of beautiful mugs - gifts for family. A great store with very helpful and friendly staff

  • Kyle Kno

Great to support Ottawa and Ontario creatives!! Awesome selection of cool stuff! Great shop for gifting!

  • Tommy C

My go to place for birthday and greeting cards. Try combining a card with some Peace By Chocolate bars

  • Caroline Ishii

Love the Maker House for local gifts, and the staff are friendly and helpful. And my dog is welcome!

  • Yodhey Dhara

Amazing place, great Canadian made products, very friendly staff. Definitely visiting again.

  • Peter Jupp

Excellent place to find a unique gift, very hard not to buy more than we needed!

  • Kathleen Haushalter

Great seller. Product was exactly as described. Delivery was very prompt.

  • Stephanie Delia

Great place to find local products / artists for gifts.

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