Business Details
7 Years
experience
Home Decor & Creative Workshops in Palmerton
Founded in 2019, Taking Deeper Roots is a locally owned and operated home decor and creative workshop destination in Palmerton, PA. Our founder, Carla Binder, brings over three decades of experience in art and design, having previously established Creative Framing by Carla in 1992. We specialize in curating unique home decor items, including locally handcrafted products, vintage finds, and upcycled treasures from talented artists in the Lehigh Valley and Pocono Mountain regions. Our shop features a rotating selection of one-of-a-kind items, ensuring every visit offers new discoveries. We also host creative workshops and classes on a whim, allowing customers to explore their artistic passions in a welcoming environment.Our commitment to community is reflected in initiatives like the Ornaments for a Cause event, which supports local food pantries. We pride ourselves on providing personalized service and expert guidance to help customers transform their spaces with joy and creativity. Our team includes Carlas daughter, Sarah Binder, whose nature-inspired jewelry adds to the shops diverse offerings. With extended holiday hours and special events like The Great Pickle Hunt, we strive to create memorable experiences for every visitor. Our partnership with local artisans and businesses, such as The Quilted Crow, strengthens our role as a community hub for art and design.
Services
Home Decor
Creative Workshops
Gift Shop
Local Art Sales
Seasonal Events
Custom Framing
Upcycled Furniture
Jewelry Making
Community Initiatives
Holiday Markets
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in art and design.
- Our shop features exclusive, rotating collections of one-of-a-kind decor.
- We host hands-on workshops led by experienced local artisans.
- We partner with regional artists to support the local creative community.
- Our community initiatives directly benefit local food pantries and causes.
What people say
Unique treasures
Creative workshops
Supports local causes
Charming holiday events
Expert guidance
Services
Home Decor
We curate a rotating selection of home decor items including vintage finds, upcycled treasures, and locally crafted products. Our inventory features signs, candles, florals, and seasonal items handpicked by Carla Binder. The shop supports regional artists and offers folk art, repurposed furniture, and specialty decor pieces.
Creative Workshops
Our outdoor patio hosts hands-on workshops and impromptu 'Classes on a Whim' where guests create personalized decor. Projects include jewelry making, wood crafting, and holiday-themed activities like pickle ornament hunts. No experience is required, and all materials are provided for beginner-friendly sessions.
Local Art Sales
We showcase works from local artists including folk art pins, paper cuts, quilted items, and illustrated prints. Featured artists like Constance Andrews and Phyllis Stevens offer framed pieces and heirloom-quality gifts. The shop also sells Sarah Binders repurposed furniture and jewelry during special events.
Seasonal Events
Annual events like Black Friday markets, Ornaments for a Cause, and The Great Pickle Hunt combine shopping with community giving. These events feature extended hours, special guest vendors, and donation drives that support local food pantries and charitable causes in Palmerton.
Gift Shop
Our shop offers handcrafted gifts for all occasions, including pet-themed items, holiday decor, and unique home accents. Products range from $2.95 ornaments to $40 photo frames, with options for every budget. The inventory changes regularly to provide fresh discoveries for repeat customers.
People
Carla Binder
Owner & Founder
A Palmerton native with 30+ years in art and design, Carla established Creative Framing in 1992 and launched Taking Deeper Roots in 2019 to focus on home decor and community workshops.
Sarah Binder
Jewelry Artist
Carlas daughter Sarah creates nature-inspired copper and silver jewelry showcased during special pop-up events at the shop. Her work is also available online at SincerelySarahJewelry.com.
Questions
What types of workshops are offered?
We host seasonal crafting workshops like jewelry making, wood projects, and holiday ornament creation on our garden patio.
Are classes available for beginners?
Yes! No experience is needed for our 'Classes on a Whim' – all materials and instruction are provided.
Do you sell local artists' work?
Yes, we feature folk art, paper cuts, quilts, and illustrations from regional artists like Constance Andrews and Phyllis Stevens.
What holiday events do you host?
Annual events include Black Friday markets, Ornaments for a Cause, and The Great Pickle Hunt with discounts and charity initiatives.
Can I find gift items year-round?
Yes, our shop offers rotating home decor, pet-themed gifts, and seasonal items with new treasures arriving regularly.
How do you support the community?
We donate 5% of holiday sales to local food pantries and partner with organizations like the Mifflinburg Christkindl Market.
Reviews (3)
Lynn Shupp
Oct 17, 2021
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The store is super cute and has something for everyone. It's a blend of different styles and unique treasures. The owner, Carla, is a lovely woman who is super helpful and creative. Definitely check out her shop and support local and small business.
Medium Al
Nov 05, 2020
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I had numerous sports collectables custom framed here. Carla was very helpful and creative. Everything came out great and I highly recommend her.
Gary Stokes
Sep 23, 2018
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Bad experience, did terrible job, damaged painting and had to have it redone elsewhere the correct way to display painting correctly. A waste of $319.00 down the drain. Inferior frame at extraordinary cost, no backing, cropped picture way too small, damaged edges of painting, pasted board on back that had to be taken off, looked terrible. Had painting framed and looks beautiful with correct frame large enough to display complete painting, good backing of frame, matting, and glass for $62.00. Be very wary of this person, outlandish costs, does not know how to recommend correct things, will say and
