Mercantile

Take the old-fashioned corner store and drop it into the 21st century, stir in lots of color and fun, and you’ll have our mercantile departments.

We scour Whatcom County and the world for the best fair trade, handmade, unique, and functional products.

kitchen tools and dishware
candles and incense
sketchbooks, art supplies, plushies, and seasonal toys
Co-op branded apparel and hats
handwoven, fair trade baskets
creative greeting cards that are the envy of Hallmark—featuring local artists
reusable water bottles, containers, and bags

Buy Bulk, Save Money and Reduce Waste

The Co-op’s bulk department is all about saving money, reducing waste, and being better stewards of our environment. We offer products in our bulk department that can’t be found elsewhere.

Recycling Tips From Your Co-op

In honor of Earth Day, we are sharing recycling tips from your co-op. It’s important to us to share the best way for you to responsibly dispose of the items you purchase at our stores.

Is Your Toilet Paper Destroying the Environment?

The Co-op is proud to report that the toilet paper we sell received an “A” on the NRDC’s “Buyer’s Guide to the Sustainability of At-Home Tissue Products.” Let’s not flush our beloved, life-sustaining forests down the drain!

Take the old-fashioned corner store and drop it into the 21st century, stir in lots of color and fun, and you’ll have our mercantile departments.

We scour Whatcom County and the world for the best fair trade, handmade, unique, and functional products.

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