Alchemy Plants & Thrift

"A lot of aesthetic little treats with a lot of things under $10–I ended up walking away with more things than I planned as they had such a variety. The store smells nice and has a good number of unique items making it fun to window shop."

"I went here this afternoon for a birthday gift and was super excited as I follow them on instagram. The shop itself is very cute and had great gift ideas. The employees and customer service was god awful. There was only one other girl in there. I was never greeted or interacted with the whole time I was looking. The two girls working were gossiping and just staring at me which was super uncomfortable. I eventually had to ask to be checked out. I bought a glassware item and finish checking out and the girl doesn’t offer a bag and just stares at me blankly silent after I’m done. I had to ask for tissue paper which was clearly used and extremely crumpled. No bag or offer of one? No thank you or have a nice day or anything after, just dead silent. I will have to rewrap all the stuff I bought. I would be horrified as a retail manager if my employees acted like this and I was paying for double coverage. I hope the owner finds more friendly staff, this place could be great!"

"One of my favorite spots in Portland for great priced yet curated vintage or resale clothing. Finding a space to vend or sell work, or even to just get started out in that retail world in Portland, can often be pricey and come at a gate kept premium; that Alchemy offers a work trade program for vendors is a really cool way for new resellers to get their foot in the door and gain both experience and direct income from sales. The owner is community minded and a great collaborator, and I’m so excited to see what this shop has in store as they continue growing into their space!"

"I have been vending through Alchemy PDX for a few months now and have been blown away by the opportunities it has provided for me. I own the business Quartz Creations Crochet & Artwork, as of this year! I started searching for shops to vend in and was excited to find a store that offers 100% of my sales and lets me choose what I want to display (according to agreement). I grew up in a small business (literally since day three) and am familiar with trade agreements in small business. As my mother had many in our community in exchange for her services. This was one of the most vital ways to support the community and those people who could not pay etc. I have also been able to connect with other local artists and creatives! Which has increased my business reach in a way that would be impossible without Alchemy. (See the crochet installation at Mood!) It’s also improved my mental health as well, as the shop has easily become a “safe space” for me. I seem to always leave happy! I’ve seen Casey work so hard to support the small businesses and artists in her business and have been blown away by her efforts. It’s been refreshing to work in tandem with a team that is accepting and understand about disability, neuro-diversity and queerness, as well."

"If you are ever thinking of a thrift/plant shop to visit this is the place! A variety of clothing items, jewelry, and plants to choose from! See pictures ⬇️☺️ I had seen this store on Instagram and had to go check it out. Also, they have the most gorgeous disco ball hanging planters, I was OBSESSED!! Check it out for yourself!"