Curate — Local services in Raleigh

Curate is a unique rare little gem on Hargett. It's a small boutique that features local Raleigh vendors' goods. Located right next to the Black Friday Market who also showcases local business owners. I absolutely love the concept of shopping locaI and stopped in this evening in search of new quality candles. Emily was so welcoming upon entering the boutique. They were offering charcuterie and wine during our visit.

I heard about Ky's Kandles and wanted to support her by purchasing from her new spring collection of Kandles. My favorite being her Joy kandle. Feminine. Uplifting and fragrant. I'm very picky about my candles. I don't like to buy just any brand or scent. A good candle starts with good ingredients. Ky makes her candles from soy & coconut wax. I found her scents uplifting and calming. I love how she shared the positive mental health and wellness inspiration behind her spring scents. I love how creative her different scents are. She also hosts candle making workshops as well.

I can't wait to stop by again and browse the...

One of a kind is a good way to describe the pieces in this store,however saying that is not enough. This cute store sells all handmade items from mostly local artists. It's really the best way to buy someone a gift. They will get a one of a kind gift and you'll get the satisfaction of seeing them happy while supporting a local artist trying to make it in a big corporate world that pumps out a million of the same junky things over and over. 😉 Oh guess what, it's...

So glad we stumbled on this place! We had literally been googling "Made in Raleigh" and "local goods" or "local makers in Raleigh" and finding links to a bunch of malls and then walked right past Curate. It's perfect! A little market place display of local makers from jewelry to candles to stickers to tea towels. And even a few cute tee shirts! If you're looking for a souvenir that will remind you of your visit or just for gifts from Raleigh, this...