About Wit & Whimzy

Unique gifts & uncommon goods for your personal lifestyle.

Located in historic downtown Marietta, Ohio, Wit & Whimzy is a curated gift boutique filled with unique products crafted by artisans and small makers. We feature over 150 artists and vendors, nearly all in the USA and many in Ohio and West Virginia. From hand-printed t-shirts to artist-designed greeting cards, artisan-crafted jewelry and gifts for all ages, we offer an enjoyable shopping experience filled with wit and whimsy.

We've connected with local and regional artists, USA small businesses, and independent creators to bring you quality goods you'll want to take home or give to someone special. Nothing compares to the unique quality of hand-crafted items, and you'll appreciate the care and creativity that go into each product. By supporting the talented people behind the products, you are helping someone follow their dream while treating yourself to a new treasure.

Be the first on your block to flaunt that amazing necklace, pounce on that adorable pillow, or give that perfect snarky card. And be sure to stop back often - we'll keep scouring the country to bring you more wit and whimsy!

Laura Pytlik, Owner


Hi, Iā€™m Laura! While working for Marietta College, I came to appreciate the many artists and small makers I saw on Etsy. I founded Marietta Marketplace, a small pop-up market that featured some of those makers while bringing a unique event to downtown Marietta. That inspired my passion to create a unique shop that would highlight the many talented people in the Mid-Ohio Valley and beyond.  I opened in 2016, then expanded to 154 Front Street in 2021. Wit & Whimzy now occupies over 1,600 square feet and features the work of over 150 artists and makers. When Iā€™m not in the shop, I am serving as a Board Member of Marietta Main Street and volunteering with various worthy projects that enhance our community.