Dead on Decatur

Handmade, Heartmade: Art With Intent on Decatur One does not always intend to acquire art at close to midnight, yet the Quarter had other ideas. Something pulled us toward Dead on Decatur before we had even read the sign. As it turns out, that something was Kelsey. Her energy seems to press through the very walls of the place, drawing you in before you quite realise you’ve changed direction. Inside, colour and craft collide with confidence. Handmade leather, prints, oddities, pieces with fingerprints still clinging to them. This is not souvenir fodder. It is a channel for local artists, curated with discernment and a touch of mischief. Kelsey’s charisma carries the room, part host, part creative instigator, guiding without hovering, selling without ever feeling like she is selling. We left with a couple of unique pieces and the distinct sense that our evening had improved by chance. A shop with pulse, personality and purpose. Thank you. Keep on keeping on.

I will be back 100x again. Referring all my friends. Cutest little artist friendly store with so many options of artists with affordable pricing. Brr was amazing and the energy and vibe was chill and cool. Very cute store. For ALL

Woman at the counter was very nice. She was apologetic for not having what we were looking for. But again, she was wonderful.

A total gem 💎 A legit local art shop. Very sweet family. So many beautiful things made by hand. Leather notebooks. Jewelry. Good job guys!

I was in town with a group of people for a convention. A couple of my friends in the group wanted to stop into this shop as they were fascinated by what the shop had in the window. Add to that one of my friends is a Grateful Dead fan and loved the shirts we just had to stop. While the things in the store weren't my style they were all very, very nice products made by skilled craftsman. The owner shared that she or her friends designed and made much of the things in the store was quite impressive. She was very friendly and you can tell very passionate about being the best at her craft and sharing the joy she has with her customers. Definitely a place to visit and, if it is your speed, to buy a trinket or six to take home with you.

Staff are very friendly. I love all the stuff they carry as well. Seeing the things my friends make feels so amazing, every time.

Beautiful items & friendly people! If anything, the resin pieces in particular are UNDERpriced. Got a cute little handmade tarot necklace, three pins, & a custom leather keychain for under $50. They also pointed me to a fantastic restaurant across the street selling a delicious chicken shawarma plate I’m eating right now

Heady shop with leather goods hoodies buckles postcards pins t-shirts and a lot more

We stumbled upon this little gem later in the evening, and it did not disappoint. Lots of cool, witchy jewelry, and leather - a lot of which is made locally. The sales associate was kind and helpful, despite us rolling in close to closing time.