Come and see us in person in Austin and online! We'd love to meet you at our upcoming events this July. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
7/11-12: Markets for Makers Austin Summer
The William Passport Wallet is named in honor of Garret's 11th great grandfather, William Capps Sr., who traveled on the ill-fated Sea Venture in 1609 and 1610.
The Iris Clutch Wallet is named in honor of Garret's mother, who bravely fought a rare cancer and kept her faith and family strong up until the end.
The Lewis Long Wallet is named in honor of Garret's great-grandfather. While serving in the Army during WWI, Lewis suffered a mustard gas attack.
The Hattie Wristlet Pouch is named in honor of Amanda's second great-grandmother, Harriet. She moved from her birthplace of Henry, Indiana, to Fulton, Illinois, a journey of about 375 miles, by the time she turned three. Her daughter, Ethel, was born in Chicago and lived within Cook County for her entire life.
The Alexander Wallet is named in honor of Amanda’s grandfather who served as a tail gunner and mechanic in the Air Force during World War II and the Korean War.
At Grit Mercantile, we name our products to honor ancestors, family and friends who have displayed true grit in their lives.
Come and see us in person in Belton and Austin! We'd love to meet you at our upcoming events this June. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
6/13-14 - A Sami Show Summer Market
6/20 - Smoke: A Celebration of Fire & Flavor
Come and see us in person in Round Rock and Austin! We'd love to meet you at one of our three upcoming events this May. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
5/1 - Purely Provisions Friday Night Market
5/9 - Kalahari Mother's Day Market
5/24 - Barton Fest
Come and see us in person in Round Rock, Pflugerville, Kerrville, and Leander! We'd love to meet you at one of our four upcoming events this April. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
4/3 - Purely Provisions Friday Night Market
4/12 - The Merc Trunk Show
4/18-19 - Texas Market Guide Kerrville Winter Market
4/25 - The Living Room Market: Spring Edition
Come and see us in person! We'd love to meet you at one of our four upcoming events this March. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
3/6 - Purely Provisions Friday Night Market
3/14-15 - A Sami Show 51st Anniversary Market
3/22 - Silver Heart Market
3/28-29 - Vibe Artisan Markets Spring (Austin)
Come and see us in person! We'd love to meet you at one of our upcoming events this February. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
2/14 - Kalahari Valentine's Day Market
We'd love to see you in person before the New Year at Markets for Makers or Vibe Artisan Markets in Austin, Texas!
12/6-7 - Markets for Makers Holiday Market (Austin)
12/13-14 - Vibe Artisan Markets Holiday Market (Austin)
12/19 - The Living Market
12/20 - Kalahari Holiday Market
Come and see us in person! We'd love to meet you at one of our upcoming events this November. Check our social media for updates and behind-the-scenes details.
11/7 - Barton Creek Holiday Market
11/14 - Purely Provisions Market
Did you know that leather is a by-product of the meat industry? We thoughtfully select leather hides from some of the best tanneries and handcraft it into heirloom pieces. Supporting real leather goods is a true trash-to-treasure story.
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