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Shopping Around Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls plays host to many fabulous specialty boutiques that offer a little something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift, a tasty treat, something special for your home, or a new outfit, it’s easy to shop ‘til you drop in Wichita Falls!
RE:SUPPLY
816 Indiana Ave. resupply.market
Re:Supply offers waste-free & sustainable living that doesn’t break the budget. They are a bulk refill shop where you can purchase goods that are safe for you and the planet.
Bring your own clean container or purchase one there. Fill with your choice of product, then weigh and pay. All of their quality products are sustainably sourced and free of parabens, phthalates, and other harmful ingredients.
I’m so thankful to the peeps who shop at RE:SUPPLY. They care about what they put into their bodies and understand the importance of a low-waste lifestyle. I’m psyched to be a part of Kacie’s vision.
Interview with Re:Supply Owner Kacie Scherler and Shop Manager Michelle Concette
Kacie Scherler:
Can you tell us a little about your background?
I grew up on a farm in Walters, OK, and Wichita Falls was our go-to shopping place. I loved going to antique stores downtown. I moved to California for college at eighteen and ended up staying and working in San Francisco where I encountered stores similar to Re:Supply.
After getting diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease and losing feelings in my lower body, my husband and I moved back to the farm in 2018 to be near my family. In my journey toward recovery, I began researching clean eating and non-toxic products. It was through this journey that we started our own regenerative farm (Re:Farm) as well as opened up Re:Supply in Wichita Falls.
What is Re:Supply?
Re:Supply is a low-waste and low-tox living store. We encourage our community to bring their own containers and refill with a variety of household products, such as cleaners, shampoos, detergents, herbs, spices, cooking ingredients and more. Since we don’t have great access to recycling in Wichita Falls, we’re trying to do our part to keep plastic out of the landfill and promote re-using. All of our products are natural and sustainably sourced.
How do you choose which products to carry in your store?
Some of our products, like our soaps, teas, and spice blends, we make in-house. The rest of our products are sourced from like-minded small businesses who share our values of transparency, sustainability, and health.
What are your favorite products?
Our laundry detergent and dish soap are stellar! Oftentimes, people think that since a product is more natural, it won’t work as effectively. Our products are both non-toxic AND effective.
What is a product that you believe people are sleeping on? What would be difficult to keep in stock if people knew how great it is?
Our house-made adaptogen blend! Adaptogens are herbs, roots and other plants (like mushrooms) that help our bodies manage stress and restore balance. We offer a tasty adaptogen blend powder that folks can add to teas, coffee, smoothies, or other foods. We have received loads of positive feedback from people who take it regularly, and it has helped alleviate a variety of symptoms. Plus, it’s totally safe and natural!
What information might be helpful to know as a first time shopper?
It’s okay to start small! It can be overwhelming walking into a store like Re:Supply for the first time. We know it’s a little less convenient than going to Wal-mart or shopping on Amazon BUT we pride ourselves on being different, and we’re to help you every step of the way. We encourage people to start with just one product. When your dish soap bottle runs out - bring it to Re:Supply to refill it. As you get the hang of bringing your own container and refilling, you can start to make the switch to more and more products.
Michelle Concetta:
Can you tell us a little about your background?
Originally from the northeast, I’ve done a bunch of moving around and most recently found myself transplanted here in Texas. I do a little of this and a bit of that, but, ultimately, I’m an artist at heart, so creating is my jam.
What is your favorite part about working at Re:Supply?
The people! Living overseas for the past five years in Saudi Arabia was a touch isolating. I couldn’t wait to repatriate—my social life was sorely lacking. Making new connections and having the freedom to be 100% me was the spark I needed. I’m so thankful to the peeps who shop at RE:SUPPLY. They care about what they put into their bodies and understand the importance of a low-waste lifestyle. I’m psyched to be a part of Kacie’s vision.
What are your favorite products right now? I absolutely love the Little Seed Farm Deodorants. It is hands down THE best deodorant I’ve ever used—no kidding. Such a small amount goes a long way, and I never get stinky! A second fave would be the Adaptogen Blend, made up of 5 mushroom powders with a touch of cinnamon. It works to improve one’s overall sense of well-being.
What would you like people who have never shopped with you before to know?
If you are new to our concept, we are a refillery and sell our bulk items by the ounce. We encourage our customers to bring their own containers to refill, as this cuts down on the waste we produce and throw into landfills. You can buy as little or as much as you like at a time. You can try this or that. Change things up. Come on down and make the switch to living more sustainably!
MORE GREAT SHOPPING LOCATIONS TO DISCOVER
B COCOA ARTISAN CHOCOLATE
809 8th St. 940.305.6789 bcocoachocolate.com
At B Cocoa Artisan Chocolate, they are not chocolate snobs, but chocolate lovers! Offering all things chocolate like Belgian chocolate horses, to their featured Craft Bean to Bar chocolate makers, their goal is to share the love of quality chocolate with everyone.
Check out their seasonal workshops to learn the art of chocolate for yourself. Stop by and try the margarita bark which is truly a local favorite!
THE CONTAINERY
2308 Brook Ave. 940.766.6367 thecontainery.com
The Containery is a local gift store that carries a multitude of brands ranging from Kendra Scott, Herend, VIETRI, Estelle Colored Glass, Jellycat, Nest, E. Newton, Annie Glass, UNO de 50, Julie Vos, Capri Blue, and so much more!
They specialize in wedding registries and have a gift for any age range and every occasion! Their motto is “The best of everything for you and your home”.
RAMBLE & COMPANY
822 Indiana Ave. 940.851.9007 shop.rambleandcompany.com
Ramble & Company is a unique apparel and gift store located in the downtown Wichita Falls area.
The shop is filled with a large assortment of hand printed apparel and inspirational goods including the best Wichita Falls tees for kids and adults. You will also find home goods, gifts, and their own brand of clothing which they sell all over the world.
SEWN CLOTHING GALLERY
2901 Garnett Ave. 940.285.5075 sewnclothing.com
Sewn Clothing Gallery is a boutique that offers contemporary clothing collections in a fun, relaxed environment. They believe individual style should truly be reflective of your personality, and is an art form in itself.
Owner Sarah Swanson’s unique vision of style continues to define Sewn as a premiere shopping destination in North Texas.
SERENITY WICHITA FALLS
4722 Kemp Blvd. 940.691.7895 serenitysalonwf.com
Serenity Salon, Spa and Boutique is unique. You can book an appointment at the Salon for all your beauty needs, and then shop for a new outfit in the Boutique!
The Boutique has a huge selection of cute and trendy clothes, shoes and jewelry. Stop by to shop their amazing collection and you will see the things dreams are made of!
