MADE In Long Beach

I grew up here and love the variety of arts, fashions, crafts, handmade candles, handmade cards, and furniture as well as the curated culinary selections. I see that a Pie Bar is opening up down the street largely due I’m sure to the success of this store in partnering customers with artisans. Kudos to MADE for cultivating a strong local brand of Long Beach art and culinary culture. I am taking away two stars from my review for an experience I had in your store over the holidays however. I have waited to write this review out of fear of hurting local artists which I do not want to do but since my December shopping trip, I’ve bought a few things in this store and the customer experience seems pretty consistent. The employees can be disinterested and downright rude. I understand what it takes to run a business as a sales associate, I worked on Hollywood Blvd. in a tourist shop for 4 years. I know about retail and multitasking. I would suggest someone train the employees better in customer etiquette when it gets busy starting with acknowledging a person’s existence even if there is 1 or 2 people in line ahead of the next customer. At least 2 times I have been in there and been completely ignored standing in line for 7 – 10 minutes next in line while the cashier is engaged in deep convo with current patrons. I have walked out twice because of this. I’m sure store owner is not hurt by this but I would like to support the artists especially when paying $ 7 for a handmade birthday card. I like the concept but sometimes this place is just not worth the time, energy, and $$$. I will try again but had to put in my 2cents for anyone who doesn’t have all day to wait in line.

I participated in a crowdfunding program for them, which said contributors at my level would receive a wooden map of Long Beach in October 2015. I understand with crowdfunding programs you may not always get the final product, but October 2015 rolled around and there were no updates. I contacted them several times and finally got a response in January. Then, a month ago, I received an email that the maps were ready and mine would be shipped out by April 20. Almost 4 weeks later… nothing. I’ve emailed DW Ferrell, called the store, posted on Facebook… no response to my request that they confirm the address it was shipped to and provide me with a tracking number. Needless to say, their customer service is horrible.

I like stores like this because you can find treasures that truly represent the city. I’m not going to lie and say everything here is reasonably priced. Some stuff is pretty pricey and you probably can find it somewhere else for cheaper. Or, you can support a local artist and spend a bit more.
The service here was pretty chill. There was no one walking around like a disgruntled shop owner that thought everyone was going to steal something, but the employee was behind the counter and available to ask questions if anyone had any.
There’s all kind of stuff in here. Clothes, coffee, purses, sunglasses, jewelry, art, and much more. It’s really a store you can pop into and see if something jumps out at you and then you hope it’s not $ 300 for a pair of earrings or something.
If there’s one thing I know about Long Beach is that people that live in Long Beach love to tell you how much they love living in Long Beach. This store is exactly that.

Today I visited the store for the first time. I decided on purchasing an $ 8 pie in a jar, but I encountered an astonishing mistreatment at the cash register where there were two people. I asked the cashier about local bands playing in the store, and he answered that they sometimes have them. Upon hearing this, I said that my dad was in a band. After I said this, the other woman at the cashier who was a woman with highlighter yellow hair repeated in a low-​pitched mocking voice, «My dad’s in a band.» I was shocked that I was being mocked by someone associated with the store. It hurt my feelings immediately, and I was shocked that she said that. A few minutes later she informed me that she did not even work at the store but she liked to say things that the employees couldn’t say for fear of being fired. My question is: Why did any employee let this woman hang around and let her insult paying customers?
I feel disrespected, and you can bet your bottom dollar I will not be visiting this establishment again.

I love Long Beach. I grew up here. I love the idea of featuring arts, crafts and foodstuffs made right here in the city.
But there’s nothing special here. Lots of overpriced trinkets and hipster stuff that you’d find elsewhere. The art seemed meh. I’ve seen better produced by the students at CSULB (though, I don’t know… are these people former graduates?)
I like the idea of this place. It just needs more. Something.

I’ve walked by this shop many times, on my way to or from the Pine Avenue restaurants. It wasn’t until I learned there was pie inside that I decided to pop in (I’m so food motivated. Lol).
I really liked how there are different tables and stands for various artists and vendors that are displaying their wares. I also love how it’s all local. I saw a few interesting things, and some very expensive (and awesome) lights that I’d love to buy when I have more available funds, but I was intent on purchasing $ 8 jars of pie from the refrigerated case.
The guy behind the counter was extremely nice and funny, and I’ll stop in again the next time I’m passing through,

They had local made artsy, tasteful, one of a kind gifts and a staff was very helpful and friendly. I loved it.
Examples of what they have are: arts, hair accessories, jewelries, handbags, handmade soaps, clay dishes, clothes, chimes, cards 3D books and so much more!
I’m definitely going back and will spend more time exploring what they have.
Price is supporting local artists as well as for me getting one of a kind so it’s worth it!

Love Long Beach? Love Made in Long Beach!!!
What a great way to support your community! Made sells all sorts of products «Made in Long Beach». You can find clothing, furniture, artwork, coffee, paper goods, soaps, jewelry… etc. It is the perfect place to pick up thoughtful gifts.
Since items are locally made and not mass produced they can be a little more pricey than others. Tonight’s purchase two greeting cards $ 13.08, but totally worth it for a few special friends.
Parking: metered on Pine, Promenade parking garage between 3^rd & 4^th (2 hours free no validation required)
Made is located right next to Starbucks and across from Johnny Rockets.

Disapppointed. I participated in a crowd funding offer of contribution for a reuseable bag with long beach map. It was marketed like they would arrive in November in time for Christmas present. It still has not come and my emails to owner
have not had a response. I was looking forward to a successful local business, but guess they are not honest.
WATCH OUT!

Love this store, great concept to help new entrepreneurs to get going and make a decent start selling MADE goods. I think it’s a genius marketing idea and live shopping there. Great location and excellent service:))

Take the time to visit, this place is fantastic! All local made craft, products, and/​or food items that are high quality and reasonable price. Absolutely no reason not to support this amazing place!
Excellent place to buy gifts!

Great local gifts! We picked up some handmade soaps and tea. They also had special holiday hours and décor — including a beautiful giant gingerbread house. It seems like they rent out part of the space for events — or at least we got there as a church was getting out which was a more unusual shopping experience.

Support local artists! This is a great little boutique filled with all sorts of handicrafts. You will find lots of unique gifts in here. I highly recommend dropping by and taking a look around after your dinner while you are digesting your meal!

Not impressed. I don’t understand the high ratings. Items are overpriced. They have some interesting artwork made from recycled parts if you are willing to pay around $ 400 – 500. It doesn’t make sense since this is no high end art gallery. I think the high ratings are from friends and acquaintances. On top of that, the staff on hand were snooty. Come on people, this is downtown Long Beach. If you are interested in buying baked goods, go to a bakery. Your baked goods will be fresher. Visitors & tourists are better off going to 2^nd Street to browse, eat and shop. Perhaps, I just came at the wrong time. Maybe they will have more stuff available at different times.

I LOVE Long Beach for everything this place offers. This pop up shop is quintessentially Long Beach –lots of hand crafted, small businesses that take pride in their craft. Take a quick look to see what great things are being made, they have a ton of things to look at. Books, clothing, jewlery, home goods, even food and drssert! I have to admit, things were a little pricy but that’s what you’re paying for!

this place is so fun!
It is so great to go some place that has so much local, unique things all in one place and always updating and changing!
they are always having fun things going on inside the shop too.

Support local!!! I come in here frequently to browse and shop. They always have something new displayed and pop-​up baked goods, etc… In my opinion, prices are reasonable and it reflects the vibe of Long Beach.
For all you visitors/​tourists visiting LB, if you want to find a unique souvenir to bring back home, come here. You will not be disappointed. They have everything from baked goods to bags, jewelry, candles, oils, serums, furniture, sunglasses, unique items for baby, etc… what a great use of space and to showcase some of the best shops in Long Beach. No need to run around the city (if you don’t have the time or a car) you can pick something up and get your shopping done on Pine Ave.

Cute little shop I happened to see while walking around Long Beach. They have all these products that were made locally, right in Long Beach. They had purses, tanks, greeting cards, art, olive oils, soaps, lotions, books, and much more. Might be a cool place to pick up a unique gift for someone!

My wife and I were taking a late night stroll through Long Beach and happened to notice that despite the time, this place was still open. (Turns out they had an event going on in the back so they just decided to stay open).
This place is great! It a large boutique full of locally made goods of all types. It’s like a permanent little art & crafts fair. They sell everything from furniture to soap to hot sauce. We chatted with the person behind the counter, who was very very friendly and I wish I had remembered his name, and he was saying that what they sell also changes a lot since it depends on what artisans are making. That makes for a great return value for shoppers.
We’re definitely going to make this a permanent stop to our walks.

If you go in to to just look I guarantee you’ll buy something ! Great soaps and body butter ! Wonderful brownies, cookies aaaand lemon bars ! Get your fill of the good life! This place is so long beach ! Get your receipts via text or email to keep up with your shopping, after five stars you get $ 20 off.
My only criticism is the staff is not warm. Theres one woman inparticular who makes me feel uncomfortable, I definitely feel like a suspect when I go in. I’m actually stared at and followed as if I’m a thief. Come on, I understand their location isn’t exactly in the best part of town. Maybe have cameras in the place and watch everyone from the counter, sheesh. Feeling singled out is such a bizarre feeling.
I really love their stuff, so I’ll be back but only when I absolutely need to.