Uncommon Goods
Uncommon Goods is an e-commerce company founded in 1999 by David Bolotsky in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in curating and selling unique, handmade gifts, home accents, jewelry, and accessories produced by independent artists and small makers.[1][2]
Inspired by a Smithsonian craft show, the company emerged during the early days of online retail to bridge artisans with consumers seeking non-mass-produced items, navigating the dot-com bust by prioritizing sustainable growth over rapid expansion funded by venture capital.[3][1]
As a founding B Corporation, Uncommon Goods integrates social and environmental goals into its operations, sourcing products with an emphasis on ethical practices, recycled materials, and positive community impact, while maintaining a workforce of approximately 144 employees and processing over one million orders annually.[4][5][6]
The firm's defining characteristics include its rejection of conventional scaling in favor of curatorial integrity and maker support, though it has faced vendor disputes over terms and occasional customer complaints regarding shipping and product quality.[7][8]