Hi, I’m Sophia.
I’m the owner of The Source, an Indianapolis-based boutique curating handmade goods from artists across the U.S., with a special focus on the Midwest.
Inspired by travel and the creative people I’ve met along the way, the shop brings together small-batch finds discovered at art markets, through friendships, and personal shopping experiences.
What began as a collection of business cards from local makers became a place to share their work with others.
Why We Do What We Do
We believe in supporting small businesses, celebrating creativity, and creating connections between makers, shoppers, and the community we’re part of.
Every purchase supports small businesses and creative artists.
Meet Our Artists
Widya Designs
@widya.designs | Indianapolis, IN
WIDYA Designs is an artisanal brand inspired by Widya’s love for timeless art and everyday beauty. Founded in 2021 as a handmade jewelry line, WIDYA Designs has grown to include small-batch quilted cotton bags and accessories, each thoughtfully made in Indianapolis, USA.
Every piece is made by hand and heart, created to be worn, carried, and cherished. Quality and care are stitched into each bag using 100% cotton fabric, while the jewelry is handmade and finished with hypoallergenic stainless steel findings for lasting beauty. Each creation is designed to feel charming and magical, bringing sweetness and beauty into everyday life.
Kindred Letterpress
@kindredletterpress | Chicago, IL
Kindred Letterpress is a print and design studio run by husband and wife team Chris and Lauren Mateja. Their artistic journey began with making stationery for their own wedding, and blossomed into a discovery of antique printing presses. Together they restored their two vintage presses, an Old Style Gordon from the 1890s and a Chandler and Price Model N from the 1950s, meeting many kindred spirits along the way. Using a combination of modern and classic technologies with fresh, whimsical designs, their work showcases a dedication to the preservation of letterpress printing and antique printing presses. All Kindred stationery is fully designed, pressed, and packaged in their home studio in Chicago, Illinois.
Blue Studio Creative
@bluestudiocreative | Indianapolis, IN
Samantha designs and creats each item in her studio under the supervision of the family dog, Dobby. She is fueled by coffee and 90s hip hop and loves bringing new ideas to life!
Abigail Emmert
Indianapolis, IN
Emmert is a self-taught, independent artist. As a self-taught artist, her art journey began with more realistic artwork. As her style evolved she has tapped into more playful pieces, a style of art that is whimsical and surreal. It is her hope that each artwork, from a sticker to an original oil painting, serves as a gateway for viewers to explore their own imagination, sparking a sense of childlike wonder and curiosity within their hearts.
27 Carrot Gold
@27carrotgold | Indianapolis, IN
Pictured: 'Brindle Body', 30” x 40”, Acrylic
A Tiny Art Garage
Ashley M. Ferriera-Bartlett | Speedway, IN
Pictured: 'Lady Flamingo', 8.25” x 6.25”
Lovehearted Kiddos
@loveheartedkiddos | NW, IN
Ashley started her business after looking for bows with fun prints and not finding anything that fit with her daughter's styles. She has been sewing since she was 8 and started making bows for her daughters herself, which has now expanded to making bows for people from all over! All bows are crafted with care by Ashley and other moms who know their bow game. Ashley lives in NWI with her husband and two daughters and her favorite show is Grey's Anatomy.
Mini Kitty Designs
Chattanooga, TN
Lisa left her career in education in 2018 to start Mini Kitty Designs. Creating bright and fun earrings is her passion and it has brought immense joy and healing to herself and her family. Her work is inspired by play, nostalgia, and color; pieces that make a statement. Her earrings are printed using a laser cutting machine and finished with high-quality stainless steel findings.
Sage & Bloom Co.
McCordsville, IN
In 2018, founder, Amber, was inspired by her daughter's eczema to create effective remedies using gentle, chemical-free ingredients. In search of a solution, she sought to find more natural alternatives to harsh store-bought products, resulting in the conscious creation of less toxic options.
Sage and Bloom Co, uses fine Fragrance oils with complex scent profiles. The fragrances are mutagen-free, carcinogen-free, phthalate-free, and never tested on animals. Their materials are top of the line and truly unique. The product line is chic and modern with an vintage twist. They use creamy coconut soy wax that is sourced in the Midwest.
Sav. J Art
@savijjacob | Indianapolis, IN
Savannah Jacob is an illustrator and potter. She lives in Indianapolis with her husband and dogs. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Herron School of Art and Design. Savannah grew up in Southern Indiana, where her appreciation for nature stems from. Her dad taught her you can eat Tiger Lilies, her mom taught her that you can pinch Snap Dragon’s and they open their mouth, and all her grandparents grew gardens and canned vegetables.
Pictured: 'Pink Mushroom' print
Pretty Good Cards
@prettygoodgrams | Valparaiso, IN
PGC is an independent, woman-owned line of unique greeting cards and other stationery items. Beth, the owner, named this brand Pretty Good Cards as a nod to her Midwestern roots and a tribute to her late mother, Pam, who passed away just after PGC was formed. Those were her initials, and a portion of the proceeds from all sales is donated to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago in honor of Pam.
Southern Bluebird Day
Lincoln, AL
A Bluebird Day is a crispy and sunny cloudless day.
Callie is a self-taught artist, designer, and illustrator. Her work is fully drawn by hand and all created from her original illustrations. She loves color and whimsy, nostalgia and poetic song lyrics. She also dabbles in fun disco designs.
Candle & Cole
@candleandcole | Indianpolis, IN
Candle and Cole are a mother-and-daughter duo. We hand-pour natural soy-blended candles with a unique flair.
We offer custom-scented candles, wax melts, travel diffusers, candle accessories, and extraordinary candle molds. Clean- scent certified and prop 65 compliant. We are located in the greater Indianapolis area.
Left Grain
@left.grain | Noblesville, IN
Kim Davis is the artist behind Left Grain, a design-and-make studio creating thoughtfully crafted goods from original artwork. With a background in graphic design, her work blends hand-drawn illustration with clean, functional design inspired by Midwest roots and everyday moments.
Each piece is designed and made in-house using quality materials meant to be worn, used, and gifted often. Kim’s work centers on creating meaningful items that connect art, function, and people.
Cornflower
@cornflowerprintco | West Lafayette, IN
Jess McGregor is the artist behind Cornflower Print Co., a small, one-woman print studio based in West Lafayette, Indiana. She creates hand-illustrated designs that are screenprinted by hand on thrifted apparel and handmade paper she repulps from junk mail, giving new life to overlooked materials.
Inspired by nature, storytelling, and everyday quiet moments, her work is rooted in sustainability and intention. Every piece is made thoughtfully, celebrating individuality, connection, and the beauty of imperfection.
Adizzle
@adizzlecollection_ | Broad Ripple, IN
Aaron Lamont Dorsett Jr. is a Native of Indianapolis, IN and has been interested in creative expression since the age of 6. Aaron identifies his favorite medium as water color. A lot of my work is centered on affirmations.”
Aaron is hopeful his work/art will encourage others. “I want people to have my art inspire them and help them overcome obstacles that are keeping them from achieving their goals.” You can find him off of Westfield Bl in Broad Ripple, “ Come Get Inspired!”
Every piece has a person behind it, and every person has a story worth sharing.