Pulp

Pulp is a cute store, I like it and I’ll be back. However, go here for the cards and don’t expect to find a huge gift selection. The cards are great, independent, unique, and have one for every taste, occasion, and relationship.
I wish they had more gifts, both for convenience and to flesh the place out a little more. It seemed rather sparse. They also sell lots of nice gift wrapping materials and a good array of baby gifts, in the back left of the shop.
Cute store, stop by if it’s on your way, and file it away as a stationary store, not a gift shop. It’s right by a few other kitschy, touted-​as-​unique type stores and independent restaurants, so you won’t regret checking out the area.

Wow — this place defies description. Pulp is the kind of store you walk or drive past a million times, always thinking to yourself, «Some day I’ve got to check that place out.» Well, with some last minute Christmas shopping to do, I finally decided to make good on that pledge and came to this super quirky shop.
Pulp is home to lots of doodads and whatsits that you probably don’t need, but can’t live without. DC Neighborhood paraphernalia (bags to coasters to postcards), children’s gifts (books, toys, onesies), hostess and housewarming presents, games and puzzles, sassy magnets/​mugs/​napkins, greeting cards galore, presidential and political fun… you are guaranteed to have a hearty chuckle while perusing the goods, and find something perfect for you or that impossible-​to-​shop-​for relative or friend.
Only downside: the upstairs area (more adult friendly, if you catch my drift) is only accessible by stairs.

Pulp is awesome.
I am less awesome.
It is December 21, and I decided to start my Christmas shopping early this year! Of course, I went to Pulp in search of snarky fun cards, and of course, they’re all sold out of those. If I had gone a couple of weeks ago, I would have been set! Actually, I DID go a couple of weeks ago, but I decided to wait to buy the cards I saw and loved until I had cash. My bad.
Pulp is my go to place for cards and fun gifts. So, although I failed in my quest for the perfect holiday card this year, I did find some great stocking stuffers and gifts for my genius nephew. They have great kids toys. And pretty much something for everything/​everyone.
So when you need an awesome card for Christmas, anniversary, or the engagement of your lesbian BFFs, look no further than Pulp. They’ve got you covered. Unless you wait til the last minute, but that’s your fault, not theirs.

I always find the perfect card here. I found the sweetest (but not sappy) card for my friend on the birth of her first child. Which is a momentous occasion to be sure but I don’t want anything that involved the words «sweet baby» «forever changed» or «miracle» and I was able to celebrate her, and her new family, while being a good friend and true to myself. I also found a card for my friends on their wedding anniversary that didn’t have a boy and a girl on it OR rainbows. They also have snarky sarcastic cards and cute small gifts, so it’s basically me in the form of a shop.

Absolutely awesome! I adore this store — they have an absolutely wonderful selection of cards. They aren’t your average, run-​of-​the-​mill, boring Hallmark cards either. They truly have cards for every occasion. Upstairs, they have a table of clearance items and the cards are $ 1. Some of them are weird, but there are many good ones as well (and some are good simply BECAUSE they are weird). If you’re going to spend money on a greeting card, go here instead of CVS. For the same price, you can get something truly original.
Update: On January 2, 2014 I received an email from the store that the store will be closing on January 12, 2014. Sad and disappointing.

Totally in love with Pulp. Why? …Because they get me. You see, I am no Hallmark gal. Those cards always have the most sappy messages, things I would never say. BUT I still have my manners and want to give a card on particular occasions. I just want it to be something that I would say & that won’t ruin my rep– direct with a strange sense of humor.
Soooo I walk into Pulp because I hear they have the kind of cards I am looking for and they most certainly do! They actually carry two of my favorite card lines: Offensive+ Delightful and Naughty Betty. Their selection of cards are unique and have genuine commentary for today’s society. That’s worth the stars in itself in my book.
What tops it off is the DCesk items they have. In this transient city it can be hard to find something the actually represents DC– not the federal government, not the national monuments but the DISTRICT! Shirts, mugs & cards with the DC flag and popular local places and phrases is a plus. That’s what makes this place a real local gem for me!

This is my destination for unique gift cards for very special people. There is also a great selection of gifts –including gifts for children. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They also seem to get a lot of their gift cards from local artists.

Whenever I need something cute, funky, whimsical or just plain unique I check out this store. They have all sorts of gift items, lots great for party favors. Be sure to check out the extensive card and stationary supply. The service here is also really fantastic and they regularly have events to raise money for charities. Always good for a fun stroll-​through on a lazy Saturday or a great place to bring out of town visitors for souvenirs to remember!

This is a quirky stationary and novelty store. It’s fine for what it is. If you are looking for finger puppet tentacles, you’ve found the right place. It’s a good place to find a funny card or gag gift.

This fun little shop is the place to go to take an average gift to the next level. Pulp’s full of gifty extras — like cards, wrapping paper, bags, and tchotchkes — that are clever, unique, and/​or hilarious. The card selection, especially, is notable. You’ll find options here you won’t find anywhere else, and for occasions that aren’t represented in your average Hallmark. There’s a solid selection of cards for LGBT weddings/​unions, apologizing for being a jerk, even inviting someone to be your bridesmaid.
There’s also a bunch of random trinkets that would make good adult stocking stuffers, gag gifts, or actual presents for someone you don’t like that much. Some of these rotate with the season or current events; at the moment, for example, you’ll see some Halloween stuff, as well as Obama and Romney condoms. In the back corner of the first floor (there’s also a loft area) there’s a pocket of kids’ toys, books, puzzles, harmonicas, etc., though probably not enough of a selection to make this your primary destination for a child’s gift.

A cute greeting card and touristy shop. It is fun to stop in and take a look around for a bit. Also great for fun gifts. A bit pricey though!

This is an excellent store for cards and small gifts. If you’re like me and you prefer humorous cards that are actually FUNNY, rather than just eye roll-​inducing attempts at lame politically correct humor, you need to scan the shelves at Pulp. They have a wide selection of beautiful cards with a blank inside if you prefer to add your own sentiment.
They also have a customer loyalty program that gives you discounts on future purchases. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Definitely a place worth checking out.

Pulp is my go to destination in DC for any greeting card occasion. They sell a bunch of independent and local cards from different companies and printing presses and they really run the gamut from touching to irreverent, schmaltzy to insulting. As an LGBT-​run business, Pulp also has all kinds of cards and gifts for LGBT occasions, couples, etc, something you usually can’t find at Hallmark.
They have great party favors, stationery, planners, books, décor and other random stuff and a very good selection of DC flag-​based memorabilia, from canvas shopping bags to flasks.
All in all, Pulp is a 14^th Street institution. Thank goodness it was saved from the plight of post-​gentrification price-​outedness by an angel investor!

I deter from buying greeting cards (insert killing trees and commercialized holiday rant here) but there are just some people and occasions I celebrate each year and I just cant do without. So when I do it I do it right!
So happy that Pulp is in DC to support my status of being «the best card finder!» (according to my grandma so obviously this is extremely accurate and unbiased).
There are some cute and kitschy novelty items in Pulp that make you laugh and generally brighten your day. I appreciate that these things complement the store/​cards rather than overwhelm it — i like that Pulp is specialized for cards and stationary and I hope the people who run it stay true to that forevermore! Consistency and dependability are good traits to have.
Oh, and I venture to guess that at least 92%+ of the goods at Pulp are made from recycled materials/​sustainable sources. HOLLER!
Pulp, as long as I remain in DC you can count on me to count on you to maintain Grandma’s happiness.

Ah, another gift store that sells cute quirky items! I love it!
Also can I say that they play fun music throughout the store. I swear I had my shazam app out the whole time.
I noticed this store would be good if you’re looking for a fun gift for a baby shower. They have a big selection for children’s items.
Other than that, you can pretty much find anything here if you’re looking for a unique gift or just some decorations to spice up your own home!

** 1,300^th review **
Pulp is the perfect spot for a gag gift, an artsy gift, and a unique gift. They have tons of fun stationary, toys for adults (not «adult toys»), amazingly smelling lotions, hilarious magnets, wrapping ideas, and presents for people you didn’t even know needed presents. I always stop in when I’m in the area, and I go out of my way to come here when I’m shopping for a gift. Take your time to look in all the nooks and crannies!

Pulp is a cozy, independent stationery shop right on the 14^th Street strip. The décor is warm and full of character, a visual potpourri of multicolored lights and gold and purple. It stocks quite the selection of naughty cards and gifts, including totes, mugs, books, candy (read the labels), and picture frames. On the second floor, there’s a few cushy chairs; sit and chuckle over their more risqué greeting cards.
Thanks to the sunny cashier for brightening my day!

This store is what makes being in a real city worthwhile!
cool cards, gifts for people you normally buy gifts for but were not really looking for, and then some…
loved the fun coloring books from the «everyone poops» author taro gomi. there are scenes that you can finish. perfect for kids, but also fun for adults.
i can’t imagine visiting this store and ever leaving empty handed!
another plus… the allow our furry friends!

This is a fun little store– it reminds me a great deal of some similarly funky, local, shops that I knew in Chicago or in Bloomington. They have clever and cute cards, little gifts, and all sorts of other miscellany that you would have had to spend many hours to be lucky enough to stumble upon on the internet. (Pulp is an exploration of the power of serendipity.)
Most importantly, they also allow you to walk your dog into the store, which means I will go much more often, since this is on one of our usual routes.

Pulp is right next door to Home Rule. It was a cold, blustery day so we were glad to hop right into Pulp and not have to walk too far to seek warmth.
Pulp is filled with lots of stationery and cards, moreso than other items. BUT. Imagine my delight when I found the same ornaments I was looking for over at Home Rule here at Pulp for slightly less???
The other thing that I really liked about Pulp was that they had little signs here or there in front of items they thought would be great gifts for the holidays (like Secret Santas, White Elephant, etc.). Very cute and helpful.