The items are so local, heart-warming, affirming, and in several cases for me today, laugh out loud funny. The staff is really kind and the environment feels totally safe. Thanks, Wild Card! read more

Outstanding company all together! I've hired these guys on two different occasions and had a phenomenal experience both times. Their event hostesses are absolutely gorgeous and did a fantastic job at selling tickets and making sure my stag ran smooth. I rented a photobooth from them for my wedding and everything went extremely well. My wife and I took pictures with all 400 guests who attended our wedding and the technicians operating the booth were very patient and efficient in making this all possible in such a short period of time. Overall, great company and great people to deal with. They truly cared for my best interests and did all that they could to make things perfect. Thank you Wildcard :) read more

This is a cute little card and stationery store that would be a great place to pick up some gifts and cards to mail. They have cards for all occasions and they are really cute and unique. They have sentimental ones, quirky ones, funny ones, clever ones, and sweet ones. You can definitely find a card for any of your loved ones here. They also have lots of jewelry, enamel pins, tote haha, and all sorts of fun knick knacks that anyone would appreciate. Only complaint - I wish they had a bigger selection of Pittsburgh cards. They only had a few to pick from, and they were pretty expensive, at $2 and over per postcard. Overall, this is a great place to spend some time browsing. It's set up nicely and is fun to shop around! Easy street parking that is 25 cents per 15 minutes. read more

I cannot believe that I have never written about Wild Card! This place is amazing on so many different levels. Anytime I need a gift for someone it is my go-to spot! I recently deemed myself in charge of gifts for my two bosses because I knew I could find something there that would be thoughtful and beautiful and am much happier to contribute funds towards a work-oriented gift that has meaning over a gift card. I waited until the last minute and started to stress over whether I could find anything. Sure enough, I walk in and immediately am drawn towards a necklace and a pair of earrings. The candle section is also excellent! Everything I got was gift wrapped beautifully, for no extra cost. Both of my bosses loved the items and I sensed there were some tears that were held back! This store has everything! There are unique cards, little trinkets, Yinzer-specific gift, and a ton of hand made items including jewelry! I The staff is really helpful and has no problem with taking your purchases to another level with beautiful gift wrapping! I cannot stress how thankful I am that this place exists! read more

This is an adorable little shop in the heart of lower Lawrenceville. It has so many wonderful gift options, from Pittsburgh-themed shirts to unique bags and earrings, as well as cards, wrapping paper, local art and handmade accessories, and much more! I could spend hours in the store browsing around (and judging from the bustling store every time I have been there, I am not the only person who feels this way!). We bought postcards here to display at our wedding, and some great Pittsburgh prints to display in our home. When my brother needed help buying a gift for his new girlfriend, I immediately thought of Wild Card. He found a couple of pairs of cat themed earrings, and had a happy girlfriend. Overall a great store and must-see on a trip to Lawrenceville! read more

A super cute shop in Lawrenceville! Can't believe I haven't stopped in before. They have everything from witty cards, stickers, candles, magnets, books, and a bunch of Pittsburgh things. You can definitely spend an ample amount of time walking around and looking at all the cool stuff. Easy to find something for everyone. I walked out of there with some pretty awesome Pittsburgh cards and stickers that I had never seen before. My friend got some fountain pens and a cute ceramic hedgehog. Definitely stop by if in the area! read more

I could spend forever and a day browsing the cards and other items at Wild Card. If the standard selection of cards at Target or Hallmark bores you, you need to check out Wild Card. In addition to selling unique and often locally handmade cards (where else can you get a card that says "Nobody loves pierogies more than Pittsburgh?"), there are unique gift-wrap options and lots of fun gift items ranging from t-shirts, baby onesies, toys/stocking stuffers, some craft supplies, books, and art work. Love all the local-ness in Wild Card. Believe it is also the store hipsters no longer have to dream about since they were all there at the same time I was on Saturday morning. When I move into my new place in Lawrenceville, I will be back to purchase the awesome print of Zombie Attacks in the Pittsburgh area to frame & display. Can't wait! Oh yeah, had to take away a star for not very friendly/helpful customer service. Maybe that's normal for Pittsburgh, but I'm used to retail persons who at least pretend they want to help you (rather than make you feel like you're interrupting them) when you get to the register... read more

I buy so much at Wildcard that I am single handedly putting their offspring through college. And we're not talking public university--not that there's anything wrong with that, U of W girl here--but these kids will be able to go Ivy League if they want. I think Wildcard is supposed to be a stationary boutique, but I always end up buying things that don't fall in that category, and which I didn't know I wanted but somehow suddenly need. One time it was squirrel salt and pepper shakers, then a raspberry truffle candle, and who can forget the upcycled wind chime made out of forks? But if you're on the hunt for paper goods, they have those too. There's an entire wall of cards (lots of them hand-printed), ranging from funny and absurd to poignant and beautiful, that you could sift through for hours searching for the perfect note to wish someone happy birthday; if you aren't into snail mail, the rest of the store has gifts with a local focus. Things like Pittsburgh-centric totes and t-shirts, retro jewelry, recycled journals and any other quirky thing you can think of (hello plushie wiener dog) are stuffed in every nook and cranny. I suggest spending some time digging through all their weird ephemera if you want to find a treasure that feels like it was hidden just for you. Be sure to wander all the way to the back of the store because there's a tiny gallery sort of hidden in a little alcove that has well-priced original art pieces. They even throw parties for art openings where you can chat with the owners and munch on popcorn and cookies. read more

This store is a gem. I've been here a couple of times so far, and I'll be back many more. You may not feel like you are a "greeting card person," but I guarantee that, while browsing their huge wall of cards for all occasions, you will find something that NEEDS to be sent to someone you know. In addition to the cards, there is a wide variety of craft and art work -- everything from photography and clocks for your wall, to t-shirts (for men and women) and jewelry to wear. Not only that, but there is a selection of truly inspiring paper, plus ribbons and other supplies to get you feeling crafty yourself. All that being said, it's true - EVEN IF you had not a dime to spend, on yourself or someone else, this place is worth a visit, if only to gaze upon the handiwork of so many talented hands - both in the goods for sale and in the care that has been taken in outfitting the gorgeous space! read more

Wildcard is one of the coolest shops selling handmade goods I've ever been to. Leave it to Pittsburgh to be on par with Paper Doll, my go to place for cards in Chicago. The selection is really varied. On my visit, a woman was looking for a christening card for twins. I'm pretty sure the owner Rebecca was able to scrounge up something that met the woman's criteria. How specific of a request was that? The space is really roomy and it's a comfortable store to browse without feeling cramped. Being a maker of paper goods myself, I ended up buying cards. Whoops! There are lots of gifty things perfect for many types of people. I will be back the next time I'm in the 'Burgh. read more

I'm wild about Wildcard. This place is so cute and offers unique items in addition to cards. Can I tell you that their cards are super original and quirky which I love. I'm not a big card fan but these are da bomb! Such wit and sarcasm in a small foldable piece of paper is worthy of my $. I also love that they keep a plethora of Pgh themed shirts in the store. I purchased the one where the neighborhood names make up the map of Pittsburgh. There are others I would like to purchase but those are for future visits. I definitely recommend this place for those who are looking for some original cards or just some random, "just because" gifts. read more

This place is such cute-Yinzer-overload that I'm kind of glad I no longer live in Lawrenceville, because I feel like I would be finding all sorts of excuses to pop in and browse around. They have a little bit of everything: cards and stationary, t-shirts, jewelry, buttons, notebooks, and tote bags. Lots of it is Pittsburgh-themed, but all of it is the sort of thing that makes you go, "LOOK AT THIS!" and pull your shopping partner over to check it out. Among my favorite items: their notebook collection. They have standard journals, mini notebooks lined with graph paper, Moleskin journals (for you hipsters like my husband who can't take random middle-of-the-night notes without one), and best of all, review journals! Yes, that's right, you can buy a restaurant-review journal to help you draft out your Yelp review right from your table! (Restaurants, wines, books - you name it!) I love their local flavor items, including Pittsburgh guidebooks, 'Burgh t-shirts, and Yinzer buttons galore. There's something for anyone on a gift list at Wildcard, and the prices are reasonable for a small, locally-owned shop. They also have monthly 'Crafternights' in the big workspace at the back of the shop, which I will definitely be hitting up this winter! read more

Love this little shop in Lawrenceville! There are always cute finds (and they add new/seasonal things often!). The staff is extremely friendly and they offer to gift wrap (quick and neat!) for no additional fee! Check it out! read more

Wildcard is like the store of my DREAMS. Letterpressed and screenprinted cards, sheets of handmade paper, adorable jewelry, compelling artwork, and locally made Pittsburgh stuffs galore! I seriously cannot walk out of here without buying something. In fact, so serious is it a problem that my boyfriend only allows me to come here when I absolutely need to buy a card for someone! Their card selection is smaller than your average card shop, albeit all quality (no filler!). And trust me, having worked at both Papyrus and Paper Source, I definitely know more than I should about cards and paper. Considering such a large percentage of their products are made by local artists, you rarely have to worry about the uniqueness of what you're getting. They price reasonably and their stock is always changing, so I never feel like I'm seeing the same stuff over and over again. Last but not least, great place for all things Pittsburgh! (I've amassed quite a collection of vintage PGH postcards by now, thanks to Wildcard...) read more

Wildcard on Butler makes Kards Unlimited on Walnut feel like a Walgreen's with an aisle of gag gifts and tween vampire novels. If you want to support local and national artists, craftspeople, screen printers, and offset presses, Wildcard is one place where you want to spend your cash. Here's what we liked most: Stellar collection of cards, rotated often, from tragically hip to vintage nostalgic. A small gallery space with exhibits by local artists. Excellent DIY wedding books. Selection of 412 and PGH cards, and stationary. They also sell and support work from several local PGH art and craft collectives. Brilliantly awkward cat cards from KATE FUNK. If you like brilliantly awkward cat cards, they don't get any better than this. Well-edited selection of kitschy crafts, from tea towels to handmade Star Trek pins. Antique pinball machines that really play! Here's what we liked least: The owners. As as a previous Yelper noted, this quartet of two guys and two gals is initially awkward to interact with, at least at first, and they don't go out of their to engage their customers or sell their product. However, I also imagine they started Wildcard because they love cards and crafts, not because they love giving great customer service for the sake of customer service itself. It's somewhat true, the women are usually busy with their computer screens, and the dudes always look like they're "filling in." Once you talk to them, though, you quickly realize that they're polite, engaged, warm, bright, and friendly; more than that, they care about what they're selling, and they want you to care about it, too. Definitely a fan of Wildcard. read more

I absolutely LOVE this place! I buy all of my cards for every holiday and occasion from Wildcard. I've also purchased plenty of gifts (and things for myself) from here as well. The staff is always incredibly friendly and you really could spend hours here just looking at each and every adorable little trinket. read more

This shop is a great addition to the Lawrenceville business district and Pittsburgh at large. The first time I walked in it seemed as though the store was created for me, so many awesome cards and locally made / handmade goodies. It's like having access to a great craft fair and assortment of Etsy sites anytime (well during business hours!) that I please, without crowds and shipping and handling. I recomend this store to everyone who needs a thoughtful, unique card or gift, as well as crafters and pinball enthusiasts. Check out this store, you won't be disappointed. read more

The cutest little knick knacks in town. Always love coming here to get Pittsburgh gifts to send out to friends and family. Of course the cards are great too. They have something for every occasion! Just got a bunch of baby things for the newest baby in my family! read more

I can't begin to tell you how hot this place is. I just mention it and everyone knows about it. We had friends in from out of town and they asked if we could visit it as they thought it looked cool when they passed it on Butler. How cool! I bought all my Christmas gifts here and if I need a card this is where I go. I really dislike the boring cards at Hallmark etc. The biggest hurdle is deciding which one to buy as I want like 7 for one occasion. There's also a sweet array of handmade crafts and Pittsburgh related gifts. We got a few items for our Pittsburgh-themed Christmas gift bags we made this year for our out of state relatives! read more

Wildcard is a beautiful place to visit. And that's just the building; it is stuffed to the gills with merchandise that draws you in. Lots of unique cards, handmade clothing and crafts, art, and a couple vintage pinball machines that are free to play. Worth the trip to Lawrenceville if you don't live nearby. Staff are friendly and super accommodating. read more

What a delightful shop...full of beautiful handmade cards, crafts and curiosities. I have visited several times to purchase gifts and cards for special occasions and birthdays, and each time I've found the perfect thing. I believe in shopping locally as much as possible and supporting local artisans. For me, it is so much better to pop in to a locally-owned shop & find a locally-made unique present for someone special than it is to drive to the suburb big-box and buy mass-produced plastic crap. Wildcard is more than a cardshop....it is a treasurebox. The decor is charming, bright and colorful, the proprietors are friendly and helpful, and the selection is broad--you can find something for anyone on your list (and something for yourself, too). read more

"Cards and Stationary" and license plate cuff bracelets, and screen printed PGH Tees for babies and grown-ups, and hand bound journals, and books, and... Well you check it and add your own. The $10 gift card I received for volunteering at Handmade Arcade Fall 2011 was burning a hole in my purse. Serendipity lent a hand when I had to come up with my own PGH Detour to head North from Blvd. Allies. A quick slip over Polish Hill, right, left, right and I was in the heart of Lawrencville. The quarter lot across the street sealed the deal. Deciding what NOT to buy was the hardest part. I decided on a licensed plate cuff bracelet, mini mini elephant and horse for my Sweet G, pink flocked wrapping paper to upcycle a battered wooden tray at home, a quirky graduation card, an even more quirky baby shower card, 2 PGH architecture books, and lastly a French repro post card I will frame for my bathroom wall's delight. The salesperson was lovely although, not as chatty as I was. I don' t think I can hold that against her though. The said $10.00 Gift certificate? After carrying it around for months on end, I left it at home. No biggie. I will use it next time. And there will be a next time. My little hipster in training has declared her piggy bank "cents" will be spent there. read more

This store feeds my shopping addiction. On a trip to Pittsburgh a few years ago I drug my husband through the shops in Lawrenceville and I fell in love with this shop. I could quite literally spend an entire paycheck here on their unique handmade items. On the first visit I bought a shirt and many flower adorned headbands. This last trip I bought another shirt, that's just as great as the first, and a pair of earrings. I also wanted everything else in the store, but that's another visit. If you love unique items, and have an hour or so to kill to look at everything, I highly recommend getting lost in here! Great shop! read more

I really like browsing Wild Card - it's a little pricey for me to go in often and actually make a purchase, but I love to see all the local artist work and all the really cute and unique inventory. I especially love their enamel pin collections. read more

I like Wildcard and recommend it often, however, I do wish they had a larger selections of blank cards. Seriously ... the store name is Wildcard and the card selection is rather tame. They do carry an unusual selection of birthday/anniversary/baby/other greeting type cards, which is a nice change from typical card stores, but they need more blank cards. I go to places like Wildcard to buy unique cards that I can add my own words to, not just sign my name to another's words. I also wish there was less Chronicle Book offerings and more handmade stuff. I can buy Chronicle anywhere, usually much cheaper, but I'd prefer to spend a bit more and buy something made by someone who does what they do because they love doing it. The staff is a bit stand-offish, but that's okay when I first walk in. I hate that uncomfortable "can I help you/no I'm just looking" interaction. However, when I engage the staff, it would be nice if they attempted to engage me, which has never happened. Parking is easy, which I love. Parking in Pittsburgh is usually a nightmare, even more so than my hometown, Boston. Nice to have a place where I know I'll be able to park and not have to break the bank to do so. read more

I love this place and stop by on a regular basis, because they are always getting new stuff. First of all, I love the store facade and their careful, respectful yet totally funky renovation inside. The owners love their business and their clientele, and you are definitely getting the personal touch when you go there. They are always SO sweet and friendly and ready to help anyone who walks in. Wildcard has an amazing selection of unique cards and gifts and clothes and decorative items - many of them made by local artists and the rest made by artists they have discovered from across the US. This is the "go to" place for that one-of-a-kind card, t-shirt, belt buckle, gift wrap, messenger bag, stationary or jewelry that nobody else will have. They also host all kinds of fun events, so you just never know what's going to be happening or about to happen when you walk into browse after brunch at Coca or Dozen, or before your Happy Hour at Round Corner Cantina or New Amsterdam. For example, they recently had a pinball tournament and they also have a regular "Crafternoon" for locals to get their craft on. read more

Such a cute specialized card and gift shop. You could spend hours here looking at cards and other various items. They have so many options from T-shirts and adult coloring books, to Jewelry and coffee mugs. I always stop in when I'm nearby. It's not very large and is usually pretty busy, but it's the perfect place to find something unique. I plan to do some Christmas shopping there this year! read more

I love this little shop. It's perfect if you're looking for a unique gift or card, or something cool and local from around the city. They have the cutest Pittsburgh baby onesies! Lots of handmade items and things you will not find anywhere else. I love cards and I always find the best cards here. They will cost you a little more than typical greeting cards from other stores, but it's well worth it. The staff is also super nice and helpful if you're looking for something specific. Definitely a must visit in lawrenceville. read more

Wild Card was a fun stationary store! We loved seeing such an eclectic array of paper goods - both cards, calendars, notebooks, journals, and it goes on and on... The way the store is set up is also so charmingly cluttered that you feel like you are getting a warm hug from your childhood librarian... Okay, maybe too descriptive but you get the idea. Also, the bathroom is ADORABLE. Yes, the bathroom. It's probably the most quaint and charming bathroom I've been in. read more

SOOOOOO CUTE. So many amazing things to look at. The art in the store is also awesome. I was a little overwhelmed by the amount of cards, but that's a good thing. read more

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So what do you get your brother the uber cool motorcycle designer and artist when he has a baby? A squiggly awesome weener dog toy and funny card that likens having a baby to becoming an after hours diner. Where do you find it? Here. Think knick knacks x1000 super beautiful unique wrapping paper, thoughtful books. This place is a guilty pleasure gift givers paradise. Once when I was small we had a county store in my rural ny dairy farm town. Filled with bulk candies, marbles finger toys I remember my excitement and glee looking at the array of goodies. Thinking what will I choose and then touching everything.... Naturally. Wildcard evoked that memory for me. Is it overpriced..... yea ... do I care? Nope. These are the kinds of cards and gifts you probably will not find anywhere else in pittsburgh. Lawrenceville you're winning for fun shops of the boroughs with me. read more

I LOVE THIS STORE!!!!! It is definitely pricey, but I prefer to spend a little bit more to support a local business and local artists. If you need a gift for someone or want to treat yourself with a little present, you can probably find something amazing here. They have unique greeting cards, prints, tshirts, jewelry, books, and a lot of other novelty items. I had to stop myself from buying everything. Lots of Pittsburgh themed stuff too! I will definitely be back soon!!!!! read more

I love this little unique gift shop and card store. Such great gift items, a huge card selection, and more. No matter what the occasion that you are looking to get something for, I am sure that you can find something here. It is also a great store to get some specific Pittsburgh related gift items... t-shirts, cards, prints, pins, baby onesies (I love the Iron City Baby and Little Piergie ones I have seen there). If you have a friend or family member that is going to be welcoming a little one, it is also a great place to get some keepsakes, journals, etc. as well. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you have not been there! read more

This hipster gift store celebrating the local has a twin (a TWIN, I tell you) in Davis Square (Boston; that store's called "Davis Squared"... har har har). Both stores sell slightly overpriced but awesome artisanal art/craft/gift stuff, as well as t-shirts featuring "I (bicycle) (Pittsburgh/Davis Square)". That's cool. So cool. What I liked a LOT about Wildcard (and, well, da burgh) is that some of the local art talent was LEGIT. I got an AWESOME pair of earrings that were really unique and fun, and I discovered a lot of really interesting and awesome local artists (Steeltown Anthem, Cardamom Press) that I'll be able to order from (sorry, store!!!) the Intertoobs when I'm back in Beantown (sorry, burgh!!!). read more

This is one of the most aesthetically pleasing shops in Pittsburgh. You walk in and it's like a veritable Wonderland of handmade gifts, original art, and the kind of jewelry that makes you wish you could sprout several more appendages to wear it all at once. But even aside from the wares, Wildcard's own design is visually stunning: from the floor to the ceiling, to the colors on the walls to the pin ball machines in the back; they even have a vintage meat case-turned-counter. (Not to mention, some friendly people standing behind it!) You'll want to spend some time (and money) there. read more

This is a really great store that offers a variety of gifty items and paper products.I love meandering around Lawrenceville and the beauty of Wild Card is if you happen to be dragging your kids around with you, you are able to buy yourself some time by popping in there and snooping around with the little ones in tow. I never leave empty handed and I always buy something Pittsburgh-centric to send to my out of town family and friends. From tee shirts to gift paper and cards to a funky little makeup bag or bottle opener, this is a lovely and unique shop to put a personal touch to a gift for a friend or a treat for yourself. read more

This place is my first stop for gifts of all sorts. So many unique gifts for all occasions. Cool books, nice Pittsburgh-y shirts, bric a brac, art, you name it! I try to keep walkin buy instead of stopping in as i want to buy everything in the store. so cool and very friendly employees. go there! read more

When I first visited Wildcard soon after their opening, I thought to myself, "all of this stuff is great, but I'll never shop here." There was a great selection of cards, trinkets, and other crafty items, but I didn't really see the reason to buy any of it and it all seemed so expensive. Here we are 5 years later and Wildcard is my first stop when I'm looking for a gift or a card. Such a large variety of cards for all occasions. The majority of the items are made by local Pittsburgh artists, and the things that are not still have that "local" feel to them. It's difficult to walk in here and not want to buy everything you look at. This place is pretty great. I definitely recommend it if you're looking for a small gift or card for somebody. read more

I ordered four boxes of cards online and they were delivered the next afternoon. Granted I do live in Pittsburgh, but still that's priceless (actually $8 but so worth it). And the cards are beautiful, well made, sustainable. I love this shop!! read more

Wildcard is perfection! From wonderful birthday and fun greeting cards to gifts and beautiful homewares by independent and local designers and artists to gorgeous gift wrap and artwork Wildcard always has what you want. read more