Austin's Favorite Neighborhood Shop
The Hearth & Hound is Austin's cozy corner for local crafts, handmade soaps, and seasonal baked goods made by the makers who live right here in your community. Step inside — something wonderful is always waiting for you.
These are the items our neighbors come back for again and again — each one made with care by local Austin artisans.
Hand-poured in small batches by local maker Sunrise Suds, this soap is loaded with real lavender buds and colloidal oatmeal. Gentle enough for sensitive skin, luxurious enough to feel like a treat. A bestseller every single week.
$9.00
Raw and unfiltered honey harvested from Hill Country hives just outside Austin. It has a rich, floral depth that grocery-store honey simply can't match. Pairs beautifully with our seasonal baked goods or a cup of morning tea.
$14.00
Hand-poured into a reusable glass jar, this soy wax candle fills your home with the unmistakable scent of the Texas Hill Country. Made by local artisan Ember & Co., it burns cleanly for up to 50 hours. Makes the perfect gift.
$22.00
Our Story
Hi, I'm Megan Torres, and The Hearth & Hound is my love letter to Austin. What started as a dream to give local makers a beautiful, welcoming place to share their work has grown into a neighborhood gathering spot that I'm genuinely proud of. Every item on our shelves was made by someone who lives, works, and creates right here in our city.
Our mission is simple: connect the people of Austin with the talented artisans and bakers in their own backyard. When you buy a soap or a candle or a jar of honey from us, you're not just taking home something lovely — you're keeping Austin's creative community thriving. That matters to us more than anything.
We believe shopping local should feel good — not like a sacrifice, but like a joy. That's why we put so much care into curating products that are genuinely excellent. Every maker we carry has been vetted by Megan personally, and every item has earned its place on our shelves because it's truly special.
The name? The "Hearth" is for the warmth and home-feeling we want every customer to experience. The "Hound" is a nod to the loyal, nose-to-the-ground curiosity we bring to finding the best local goods. Come in, stay a while, and let us show you what Austin makes.
Made in Austin,
Made with Love
A peek inside The Hearth & Hound — every corner is designed to make you feel welcome.
Handmade soap wall — fresh stock weekly
Our candle corner always smells amazing
Baked goods arrive fresh every Saturday
Local honey sourced from Hill Country hives
Hand-thrown ceramics from East Austin studios
Pressed wildflower art prints by local artists
Our regulars are the heart of The Hearth & Hound — and they're always happy to share how they feel.
★★★★★
"I discovered The Hearth & Hound on a Saturday morning walk and I haven't gone a single week without stopping in since. The lavender oat soap is genuinely the best soap I've ever used in my life — my skin has never felt better. Megan always remembers my name and asks about my dog. It feels like a real neighborhood treasure."
Claire Hutchins
South Austin local, regular customer
★★★★★
"I bought a Cedar & Sage candle as a gift for my sister and she texted me within twenty minutes of opening it to say it was the best candle she'd ever smelled. I've since bought six more for various people and every single one was a hit. The shop itself is the coziest space in Austin — it smells incredible and the people are so warm."
Darren Okafor
Bouldin Creek resident, gift buyer
★★★★★
"The pecan brown butter cookies are absolutely dangerous — I told myself I'd buy one and I ate the whole six-pack on the drive home. The Hill Country honey is also extraordinary; I put it on everything now. What I love most is knowing every dollar I spend here stays in Austin and goes to someone making something with their hands. I can't recommend this shop enough."
Rosa Espinoza
Travis Heights resident, longtime supporter
We're right here in Austin, ready to welcome you in. Stop by any time — the kettle's always on.
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The Hearth & Hound
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Your cozy neighborhood shop — right in the heart of the community.
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