Handmade Gifts in Northampton, MA
Pinch is a handmade gift shop in downtown Northampton, Massachusetts featuring ceramics, jewelry, home goods, and artwork by local and national artists. Our collection focuses on small-batch goods, functional art, and thoughtful objects made by independent makers, many from Western Massachusetts and across New England and New York. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift, locally made pottery, or something beautiful for your home, Pinch offers a welcoming place to discover handmade work in the heart of Northampton. Read more about each of the artists we represent, here.
Our Collections
Handmade work by local and national artists has always been at the heart of Pinch – it's our history and our passion. We're drawn to natural materials: the clay in our ceramics, and the silver, gold, and stone in our jewelry. Here are a few of the collections we're best known for.
Ceramics are the heart of Pinch. Our shop features handmade mugs, bowls, serving pieces, vases, and functional pottery created by independent ceramic artists. Many of the potters are based in Western Massachusetts, alongside makers from across the Northeast and the rest of the United States.
Each piece is made in small batches and designed for daily use.
Pinch carries a rotating selection of jewelry made by independent makers working in sterling silver, brass, gold-fill and vermeil, brass, and semi-precious stones.
All small batch, personal, distinctive, and giftable. From simple everyday pieces to statement designs, artist-made jewelry reflects the individuality of the maker and the wearer.
Our home goods bring the same love of craft into every room. Pinch carries cozy throws, wall clocks, wooden serving boards and bowls, and other home decor from independent makers and small studios.
Each piece is chosen for how it's made and how it lives – useful, well crafted, and full of character. These are great housewarming, wedding, and holiday gifts, or just a way to make your own space feel more like you.
Handmade Gifts
From the artist's hands to our hands to yours and ultimately your loved one. We love the connections and stories that go along with giving handmade gifts.
Whether it's jewelry that shows the silversmith's marks or ceramics with the beautiful touch of the artist, we have plenty to inspire.
Featuring Artists from Western Mass, New England, and New York
Supporting artists is central to what Pinch does, and it's been that way since we were founded by three artists in 1979. We work with makers from Northampton, the Pioneer Valley, and throughout New England, alongside a small number of national artists whose work aligns with our values.
By connecting customers with artist-made goods, Pinch helps sustain independent creative work and strengthens the regional craft community. Many visitors discover new artists in the shop and return to follow their work over time.
Visit us in downtown Northampton