Business Details
Authentic Himalayan Crafts & Candies in Portland
Himlayan Gift & Candy Store was founded with a mission to preserve and promote traditional Himalayan artisanal skills through the 'Save the Artisan's Skill Project.' For over two decades, we have served as a cultural bridge connecting Pacific Northwest customers with authentic handmade crafts from Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and surrounding regions. Our Portland-based store showcases meticulously curated items including Mithila paintings, brass statues, woolen goods, and ritual artifacts, many created through women's development initiatives and local Nepalese cooperatives.We maintain partnerships with Oregon-based suppliers like Candy Basket to offer premium confections alongside our cultural treasures. Featured in Portland local media, our Hollywood District location provides a unique shopping experience where every purchase directly supports Himalayan artisans. Our expertise spans Himalayan cultural heritage, ethical sourcing, and curating products that blend artistic tradition with contemporary appeal. We uphold strict quality standards while maintaining transparent business practices that benefit both customers and creators.
Services
Handmade Crafts
Buddhist Artwork
Nepalese Jewelry
Ritual Items
Himalayan Woolens
Highlights and features
- We directly support Himalayan artisans through ethical sourcing partnerships
- Our collection includes rare Mithila and Tibetan scroll paintings
- We offer authentic Nepalese brass statues and ritual items
- Our woolen products feature traditional Himalayan weaving techniques
- We maintain Oregon-based confection partnerships for quality assurance
Services
Handmade Crafts
Our handmade crafts collection features traditional Himalayan items including Mithila paintings, brass statues, and woolen textiles. Each piece is ethically sourced from Nepalese and Tibetan artisans. These cultural artifacts preserve ancient techniques while supporting local communities through sustainable commerce.
Buddhist Artwork
We offer authentic Buddhist artwork including thanka scroll paintings, brass deities, and ritual objects. Our collection represents Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese traditions. These items serve both decorative and spiritual purposes while maintaining traditional iconography and craftsmanship.
Nepalese Jewelry
Our jewelry collection features sterling silver and gold-plated pieces from Nepal, including traditional bangles, pendants, and beaded bracelets. These items combine Himalayan design motifs with contemporary wearable art, supporting local Nepalese metalworking traditions.
Ritual Items
We provide authentic Himalayan ritual items including prayer wheels, incense burners, and singing bowls. These ceremonial objects originate from Tibetan Buddhist and Nepalese Hindu traditions. Our collection supports practitioners while preserving Himalayan spiritual heritage.
Himalayan Woolens
Our woolen product line includes handcrafted shawls, sweaters, and home goods made from Himalayan sheep wool. These items feature traditional weaving patterns while providing practical warmth. The collection supports Himalayan textile artisans through sustainable production practices.
Questions
What types of Himalayan crafts do you carry?
We offer Mithila paintings, brass statues, woolen goods, ritual items, and traditional jewelry from Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and surrounding regions.
Do you sell authentic Buddhist religious items?
Yes, we carry prayer wheels, singing bowls, malas, and other ritual items used in Himalayan Buddhist traditions.
Are your products ethically sourced?
Our handmade items directly support Himalayan artisans through women's development projects and local cooperatives.
Do you offer gift cards?
Yes, we have physical gift cards available in $5, $10, $20, and $50 denominations for convenient gifting.
Where is your store located?
We're located at 2000 NE 42nd Ave in Portland's Hollywood District, featuring both our retail space and cultural showcase.
