Maggie White and Kelly Teasley are the founders of Young Blood Gallery & Boutique. They got their start in 1997 hosting art shows in their home and eventually moved into an alternative gallery space. In 2003 they opened a boutique, which features items that are handmade and designed by up-and-coming artists. They were excited to go full time in 2008 and now run both the gallery and boutique in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia.
We became best friends at our high school in the Georgia countryside. We each have country and city roots and share a love for both lifestyles. We moved to Atlanta and threw ourselves into the local art and music scenes, but the country was never far behind. The selections here are from our shop and represent our Southern city souls, as well as many Etsy artists.
Wing Ding Construction is Frank Saggus from Colbert, Georgia — right outside of Athens. He creates birdhouses from salvaged lumber such as barnwood and found objects like door knobs, shoe forms, and garden tools. They are beautiful relics from the old timey south.
You can’t get much better than our buddy, and the prince-of-all-things-weird-and-wonderful in Atlanta, RLand. He blesses our city with coffee house murals, album covers, Adult Swim animation, and “anonymous tags and telephone tack-ups” that give the middle finger to the corporate boobs.
It hasn’t even been a year since we fell hard for Arkansas’ Roll and Tumble Press, and it’s love that we hope will last forever. Christie and Caleb do all the art by hand then hand-crank prints from their antique press that they brought back to life. They consistently send us fresh work and each time we open a box it’s like releasing love notes into the air.
Katie Kortman from Suwanee, Georgia is Blue Eyed Freckle. We’ve worked with her for the last two years and she quickly became one of our bestselling artists. Just about every woman that walks in the shop picks up a piece of her functional art and oohs and ahhs over it. She makes headbands and clips from felted cut-outs of floral and geometric shapes. They make us feel pretty and special, and we thank her for that!
Miss Super Etsy, Jeanette Zeis, is the little engine that could. She keeps the kiln fires burning as a full-time crafter running three Etsy shops: Vessels and Wares, Vegan Dish, and Quiet Animals. We carry her candy-colored pottery and look forward to the silkscreened animals that she and her boyfriend, KennTwoFour, are now collaborating on. They are devoted to la vida vegan and are members of the Vegan Etsy Team.
Atlanta is a lot happier since the Happy Family tree planted its roots here. Lori and Starbuck said goodbye to their day jobs and now crank out their silkscreened designs on a full-time basis. We love working with them because they have clothing for adults, kids and babies and cute handbags and totes, too!
Dolan Geiman and his new bride and business manager, Ali Walsh, live in Chicago but get a Southern pass from us, and it’s easy to see why. His artwork captures the roots of rural America and his materials include paint from Chicago’s exchange program and silkscreens on weathered, rescued wood. We love his themes: old cars and trucks, county fairs, country music and wildlife. You can read about their lovely wedding here.
Meg Leigh lives in Athens, GA, where she works at UGA by day and on her Etsy shop, Go Meagan, nights and weekends. We’re thankful for her stamina because she supplies us with some of our bestselling jewelry. She has a wide range of simple and feminine pieces that appeal to many women who have completely different styles.
Amie Needham is from Houston, TX and started A Punkin Card Company in 2007. She creates all of her cards and stationery by hand in her home studio. We haven’t had the pleasure of meeting her in person yet, but we have a pretty good feeling we’ll get along with the woman who came up with these gems.
Mr. Thomas Burns, the artist behind Atlanta Vintage Travel, is our homie who supplies us with our (very popular) Atlanta landmarks art. His work is illustrated by hand and finished digitally. Featured here is our city’s oldest movie theater, The Plaza, and on his site you can see our city’s oldest lounge/strip club, The Clermont Lounge. If you haven’t heard about what happens there — well, we’re gonna have to leave that discovery up to you. Ask for Blondie.
Ah, Dovetail. Margaret and Josh Smith live in Lexington and give us warm fuzzies all day long. We love working with professional crafters and they are johnny-on-the-spot when it comes to following through. Everyone loves their porcelain pottery with screenprinted cityscapes, sea life, chairs and more. We can hardly wait to see their much anticipated new line, coming soon!
What can we say about Roy Fleeman that isn’t summed up in this print? We think he sums up our beloved city, Atlanta, Georgia!
Are you a dedicated customer or proprietor of a local handmade goods shop?
Tell us the name and location in the comments below!
120 comments
Sign in to add your ownopendoorstudio says:
your boutique is darling! congrats ! wonderful aritcle!
1 year ago
TipsyTimeMachine says:
Your shop looks quite engaging, would love to drive down to see it right now. Some wonderful artists featured here that I haven't seen before, wish that bicycle mug was available on Etsy!
1 year ago
odiliafu says:
What a lovely boutique!
1 year ago
BirdonWireStudio says:
Beautiful article! I just adore the Bird Assemblage and that sunshiney ruffle clutch!
1 year ago
thepinklocket says:
Love the Young Blood Gallery!!!!
1 year ago
monkeyandsquirrel says:
so super stoked to see this. i've been in YBGB lots of times and they have such an amazing selection of goodies! i'm actually so very luck to have them carrying some Monkey & Squirrel things too... you ladies do an amazing job!!! thanks etsy for giving them a shout out!
1 year ago
MagicMarkingsArt says:
What incredible vision and gumption - every city needs more strong-willed, art-minded entrepreneurs like the two of you! Love your wide open space, and the art and educational creativity that fills it!
1 year ago
lovelygifts says:
Congrats! Great article! Love the mugs.
1 year ago
BambuEarth says:
What a great and inspirational article! I hope to open my own boutique someday where I can make soap and carry other artists gems too!! :D Thanks for the inspiration!
1 year ago
boutiqueseragun says:
Great article!
1 year ago
thelittlemarket says:
ohhh....I could spend hours in there!! Great article and picks!
1 year ago
heatherfuture says:
Oh goodness Young Blood looks marvellous! What a lovely article.
1 year ago
kittybutt says:
I've GOT to get over to Atlanta to check out your awesome gallery! I've heard so many good things about it, and it looks so lovely! Congrats on the article!!!
1 year ago
honeyddesigns says:
Love it!
1 year ago
KettleConfections says:
The selection in the boutique looks amazing! Great to see boutiques focused on local independent work.
1 year ago
Hammermann says:
Beautiful store! I hope I can visit one day.
1 year ago
undermyfeet says:
Very Cool!
1 year ago
paulofnavarone says:
well done young bloods. i'm jealous you have a shop. love the saggus,geiman and fleeman stuff.
1 year ago
amica813 says:
The boutique is fantastic, but I miss the monthly shows! Just as I got the cajones to apply, they went on hiaitus - ain't it always the way?!? I can't wait for this winter's ICE show, though! Keep up the great work ladies.
1 year ago
candacejean says:
It looks like such a wonderful little space with awesome finds! I really enjoy those squareish bike mugs. There was once a place here in Salt Lake with creaky wood floors and a lovely, old turquoise door. It was so charming and unique with high ceilings and big windows, and it always had THE BEST gallery stroll shows and one could find perfect presents there during every season. It was in a very old strip once used as a loading dock for farmers. Sadly the whole row of little boutiques and shops was evicted and bulldozed to make way for high-rise condos. *Grumbles*. Stupid fashionable high-rise condos. I have always longed to open my own little boutique featuring handmade items from local artists, and to participate in our Friday night Gallery Strolls. Maybe someday? Congratulations Maggie and Kelly on your years of Young Blood success! A great story!
1 year ago
breadandroses says:
Nice cameo piece. Best wishes for continued success with your shop!
1 year ago
CrystalynKae says:
I've really enjoyed working with Young Blood and selling my bags in their store - they are the MOST reliable and professional consignment arrangement I've ever had with a store. best wishes and congrats on the feature! xoxo
1 year ago
pineappleaisle says:
If I go back to Atlanta, I'll visit your shop. I like your shop name and that you feature up and coming artists.
1 year ago
2TrickPony says:
great shop and an neat article.
1 year ago
sewnewthings says:
Looks like a "bricks and mortar" version of Etsy! Love it :)
1 year ago
AFineDistraction says:
Ooooh! Another Atlantan here, looking forward to checking out the venues in person!
1 year ago
sewnewthings says:
Looks like a "bricks and mortar" version of Etsy! Love it :)
1 year ago
reyaveltman says:
What a gorgeous store! Such a wonderful and eclectic mix!
1 year ago
akcArt says:
A beautiful store! Continued good luck to you ladies!
1 year ago
BluLima says:
Funky+Fresh=Fantastic!
1 year ago
KitschDesigns says:
What a neat store. Love the "Players" image!
1 year ago
juneshin says:
I am so excited to see this article. Young Blood is a great place and I love going there. If you ever visit Atlanta, it's definitely a must go on your list.
1 year ago
norakaren says:
great feature..I wish I could find places like that in South Florida.
1 year ago
simplyworn says:
this shop looks so cool. nice bldg to showcase the art. great job girls!
1 year ago
mrhudon says:
Love the salvaged bird house
1 year ago
beautifulanodyne says:
I love the idea of their beautiful boutique. And featuring other etsy sellers! What a wonderful idea.
1 year ago
Needlings says:
Yay I love Young Blood! <3 They carry my Owl Mamas!
1 year ago
bellavintageshop says:
i love young blood i would go when i lived there...nice to see you gals doing well! i so miss atlanta!
1 year ago
gilstrapdesigns says:
Great picks and you have a great boutique.
1 year ago
cravejewelrydesign says:
congratulations!! this is so awesome!! :)
1 year ago
paramountvintage says:
the young blood boutique and gallery looks amazing!
1 year ago
juliepeach says:
I'm an Atlanta girl & I love young blood! Too bad I'm up here in Philly. Great feature!
1 year ago
ArtisticIntentions says:
Very cool!!
1 year ago
gretchenmist says:
looks like a fun shop to visit :)
1 year ago
Itybitybags says:
Awesome article! I am a proprietor of Bento in Honesdale, PA! Almost all our items are handmade (Most artist have shops here on Etsy). We not only carry local artisans, but indie designers from around the globe!
1 year ago
VanesaLamura says:
Great team!!
1 year ago
GwenDelicious says:
Love Youngblood, we have been selling at their store for 3 months now - they are fantastic. Congrats!!!
1 year ago
OrdinaryMommy says:
I just love the look of the gallery/boutique and the handmade artists are wonderful!
1 year ago
electricbluebird says:
Hooray for my hometown - the ATL.
1 year ago
recycledwares says:
wonderful work. thanks for sharing your favs with us. i'll have to check out the stores and websites.
1 year ago
stellaandlux says:
wooo! ATL represent :]
1 year ago
poppycottage says:
wonderful!!
1 year ago
MidwestAlchemy says:
Wonderful story...look forward to browsing thru the sites!
1 year ago
busterandboo says:
Great finds from the ATL!
1 year ago
lamixx says:
Great story!!! congrats
1 year ago
sevenply says:
love
1 year ago
funkomavintage says:
very awesome....yeah yeah handmade!
1 year ago
AllDogsAllowed says:
LOVE this!!! I'll have to come visit your shop sometime!
1 year ago
davisdesignsau says:
This is a brilliant thing to do in our home towns to bring awareness to "what's on the local menu"!! Maybe we should all aim for this kind of co-op thing! Love the idea of making a platform for the future... very important! It also shows who we are and what makes us tick... Congratulations Girls!!
1 year ago
davisdesignsau says:
This is a brilliant concept developed by these two ladies... what a great idea to bring awareness to everyday people as to "What's on the local menu" in terms of local talent! Also great to make a platform for the launch of new artists... they could really do with the help!! Congratulations ladies... maybe we could all try this in our own backyards!
1 year ago
davisdesignsau says:
Grrr... sorry about the double up-load... keep getting msg's that my comment did not upload, so dummy me goes and tries again... sorry all!!
1 year ago
NoFrump says:
As an Atlantan, I absolutely love Youngblood! What a great place to find handmade crafts and interesting art shows and events. :) I also seriously love the Happy Family "grow your own food shirt." I wear mine out in my veggie garden and about town regularly.
1 year ago
maggiemaevintage says:
fantastic boutique; great birdhouse!
1 year ago
BlueRoseRetro says:
Do they have the dream job or what? I love everything in their shop. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
YeeHaw says:
yay gals, glad to see your spotlight, the south rocks! JB
1 year ago
ConservationClothing says:
Someday when I visit Atlanta for the 1st time, I'd love to visit your boutique!
1 year ago
Gazzu says:
What a wonderful boutique!! I hope I get to visit someday! :)
1 year ago
KarensLoom says:
I admire what you have done..... congrats on your shop...
1 year ago
LetsAllMakeBelieve says:
Young Blood looks amazing! I'm definitely going to stop in and check it out soon :)
1 year ago
LoveOwlEyes says:
I consign out of this shop and it's wonderful :)
1 year ago
VictoriaGabrielle says:
these are so beautiful! what great stories!
1 year ago
rollandtumblepress says:
love ya'll.....thanks for including us in the post!!!
1 year ago
BlueSeaPaintShop says:
oh man! what a great story! congrats ladies, i'm envious, in a good-good way! i can't wait to visit your shops... i used to live in atl. what a great place to set up shop!
1 year ago
SassySisterVintage says:
So glad to see someone featured that's closer to my home in the South! Your shop is beautiful and I'll have to stop in next time I'm in Atlanta.
1 year ago
SpackleTheGap says:
woo woo Gotta love accomplished women doing what they love! Congrats on your journey and all you've accomplished
1 year ago
zlatafish says:
Congrats! Good luck for you .
1 year ago
hamatova says:
Nice Shop; it looks cool!!!!
1 year ago
Chromatof says:
Congrats!! I like your shop!!
1 year ago
FANgCHU says:
Glad to know such a artistic venue, will definately pay a visit when go to Atlanta next year!
1 year ago
FANgCHU says:
Glad to know such a artistic venue, will definately pay a visit when go to Atlanta next year!
1 year ago
waterbears says:
You guys rock! Keep it up.
1 year ago
DevineDesignStudios says:
Wonderful shop, so much talent in one place! Great job! I love the Hand Built Clay Watering Can!
1 year ago
waterbears says:
You guys Rock! Keep it up.
1 year ago
hubinshow says:
Great article!
1 year ago
panAsh says:
Awesome article! Congrats!
1 year ago
pasin says:
Congrast Wonderful
1 year ago
kloveart says:
Great Article!! Kudos!!! ;))))))))))))
1 year ago
CharlieErnestNErise says:
You guys are living my dream!!! I'll have to check out the boutique next time I'm in Atlanta. :-)
1 year ago
1AEON says:
oh i love it! go Atlanta!
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Fantastic picks its great to see what Etsy artists are doing in their local area. Looks like a great shop!
1 year ago
BlessedBeeApothecary says:
such a great artical and gorgeous items also.
1 year ago
heatherozee says:
I'm an Atlanta native and work at Coca-Cola down town as a designer/Illustrator. I'll have to check the gallery out on my lunch break soon. can't wait! Maybe I'll take some paintings to see if they have space...
1 year ago
MariesCorner says:
Congrats!! I like your shop!! Wonderful !
1 year ago
xoxsmiley says:
Such a charming boutique! Wonderful selections. :]
1 year ago
APunkinCardCompany says:
Thanks for the shout out ladies!!! I am sure we would rock it all night long :)
1 year ago
rubypaperco says:
This place looks fantastic!
1 year ago
poplovedesigns says:
It looks like such a cool little gallery, I wish I could see it in person. As far as I'm concerned, you can never have too many awesome little galleries around. <3 Andrea
1 year ago
AllieAnalogue says:
Awwww, man, how do I love Young Blood! It was must-see on my recent trip to ATL, and I happily overshot my spending budget there. You ladies rock, and I can't wait to come back!
1 year ago
baconsquarefarm says:
Fun shop congrats on your success too~
1 year ago
jcisco112 says:
Great Shop! I will visit the next time I'm in town.
1 year ago
thestapeliacompany says:
Love it! That raised by cats thing is hilarious. :)
1 year ago
withachanceof says:
i wish i could do a road trip of america visiting all the great shops/galleries like this one! wonderful!
1 year ago
jenniferdavis says:
oh yay! i am showing my paintings in their gallery this month. i am so honored to be showing with this group of awesome female contemporary artists. i love young blood! here is a link to our show if you want to take a peek: http://www.flickr.com/photos/youngbloodphotos/sets/72157624052021345/
1 year ago
pamwares says:
love the "grow your own food" shirt....wish it came in mens size!
1 year ago
Mumbot says:
Ooh, what a nice boutique/gallery space!
1 year ago
bunnycraft says:
just so happens that i'm co-hosting tonight's etsy craft party at young blood, 7-10pm! we are super excited and hope to see lots of you out there. the first 30 people get an awesome swag bag and the first 3 get super special ones! RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/Etsy-Craft-Party/4797/
1 year ago
RomanceCatsAndWhimsy says:
Beautiful boutique! Wish I could go visit!!!
1 year ago
youngbloodboutique says:
Thank you everyone for the great comments! It's very encouraging! :) xo, Maggie and Kelly
1 year ago
KnitNicoleKnit says:
This shop totally reminds me of Made In Windsor!! I work there part time and sell my knitted things. We're full of locally produced everything! You can find us at http://madeinwindsor.wordpress.com
1 year ago
nickandnessies says:
We love you Young Blood! You're always on our "to visit" list when we come up from Columbus :)
1 year ago
creativityjewellery says:
amazing work!
1 year ago
jbeaudet says:
I would love to visit that store!
1 year ago
JanesGemCreations says:
Love the blue opal ring. Opals are amoung my favorite gemstones.
1 year ago
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1 year ago
happyfamily says:
Hooray for YBGB!
1 year ago
thepaintedlily says:
LOVE this series of great articles about fab brick and mortar shops carrying handmade pieces! I adore a shop in Media, PA called Earth and State. It's owned and operated by two local artists and they carry pieces from many Etsy artists. They also worked tirelessly to make Media America's first fair trade town. They are changing the face of this little town and bringing art, events and excitement! Really worth checking out! http://earthandstate.com/ourstore/ourstore.htm
1 year ago
yoshibearstudio says:
Supporting local work is always a good thing! We also have neighborhood websites that promote local artists that live in the area, and showcases their work on their sites. My neighborhood of Oak Cliff is up and coming for sure!
1 year ago
LaMaisonRomantique says:
Fantastic!! I have definitely got to come see your place! I love the look of it!
1 year ago
DreamLifePaintings says:
wonderful
1 year ago
IzzysOrganicObjects says:
Great shop! I will definitely have to check it out on my way down to North Carolina in two weeks!
1 year ago