OUR STORY
Our Commitment
creative craftsmanship
Tinker & Trade Co is a woman-owned boutique that brings together local artisans from Pennsylvania and the tri-state area. Our shop is a carefully curated space featuring handmade, one-of-a-kind goods, including home and baby items, artisanal soaps, embroidered bags, national park maps, and Philly’s first romance bookstore.
By partnering with 30+ unique vendors, we create a warm and inviting shopping experience that supports small businesses, sustainability, and craftsmanship. Our boutique offers a complimentary tea bar, pop-up events, and a loyalty program, making every visit feel special. We believe in fostering a community of makers where creativity and collaboration thrive.
As a small business ourselves, we know the importance of uplifting fellow entrepreneurs and providing a space where local talent can shine. We’re passionate about offering high-quality, meaningful goods while strengthening our local economy. At Tinker & Trade Co, shopping small means shopping with purpose—supporting real people, their stories, and their craft.
In the News
Best of Philly 2026 by Philly Magazine
T&T was named the Best Place to Find Gifts by Philly Magazine! Read about it here.
BOLD Journey: Meet Cassandra Torres
Read the article here.
Metro Philly's Best Gift Shop 2025
View winners here.
Philly’s Tinker and Trade creates space for community, creatives to prosper
Read the BillyPenn WHYY article here.
Tinker and Trade doesn’t just sell handmade goods — it’s a hub to find community, too
Read the Technical.ly article here.
cassie torres
meet the owner
FOOD: tacos & fries
DRINK: ALL of the drinks with ALL of the ice... but if I had to choose -- margaritas, espresso martinis, and lattes
MOVIE: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days... and The Holiday
TV SHOW: Gilmore Girls, duh.
MUSIC: country
HOBBY: escaping into a romance book
ANIMAL: dolphins
PERSONALITY: a selectively extroverted introvert that hopes you'll cancel plans