With origins that can be traced back to Oaxaca, Mexico, this family business has made a name for itself in Portland as creators of handcrafted, durable, leather goods that are stylish, minimalist and timeless in their beauty. A lifetime of experience has been distilled and combined with the fresh perspective of today's generation to create the fashionable wares sold at this Old Town boutique. Browse through a rotating selection of accessories, bags, purses, wallets and shoes crafted by hand at the store's on-site workshop. As you marvel at the fine craftsmanship and thoughtful design of the Orox Leather Co.'s fantastic pieces, take a few moments to visit the craftsmen as they work at their desks just a few feet away to truly appreciate what goes into the making of these functional works of art. Exceptional craftsmanship and the inherent richness of leather come together at the Orox Leather Co. to create everyday pieces brimming with charm.
A Children’s Place is one of the oldest libraries in the region, offering a rich selection of books for avid readers. It is a local favorite and offers engaging choices for youngsters. If you are not sure what copy to buy for your little ones, be rest assured that their friendly staff is ever ready to guide you. You can also take a look at their assemblage of attractive soft toys while you are here.
Venture down Stark street to 2nd Avenue and find 2nd Avenue Records. Portland is a city full of record stores, but this one is unique. Upon entry, customers don't know if they're in a record store or a DJ's basement. Furthermore, one glance at the music on display, shows people they've come to the right place. There's an international pop music section, a full Hawaiian section, and enough reggae music to have to distinguish between reggae, rock steady, and ska. T-shirts and strange art hangs from the ceilings. Much of it is for purchase. All records and sales are kept on pieces of paper and in actual flippable books. Products are new and used and the staff is open to carrying independent artists' work.
Sunny Corner Market is an independent convenience store in Hector Campbell. This small shop has wide variety your daily grocery needs, cigarettes and alcohol. Affordable and of good quality, you can drop in at this friendly neighborhood store for your groceries.
Spielwerk Toys has an excellent staff that provides a lot of help in browsing through the range of toys and games on offer. The prompt service is another reason that scores over its competitors, though the major cause of the popularity of this store is the huge range of products and the in-depth research that is conducted by them while selecting the various products for their collection. The end result is a carefully chosen, state-of-the-art array of toys to choose from. The store may be a bit pricey, but the pleasure that the gifts provide are certainly worth a lot more!