Don't start a “what's bigger” debate with a Texan unless you have a few hours to spare. Texans are very devoted to their diverse state and take pride in flying their flag at the same height as the American flag.
Due to the size of Texas it is the only state which has almost every terrain on earth including deserts, swamps and coastlines. It is also one of the most culturally and socially diverse states. We discovered that there is also a large diversity of things made in Texas. Did we miss something? Let us know in the comments below.
Made in Texas
Jenny N. Leather Bags
Attention is in the details with bags from Jenny N. Jenny Nemlekar designs and hand sews each one of her bags in her Dallas, Texas studio. She uses premium full-grain leather, metal hardware, and water-resistant canvas to line her bags. Jenny N. bags are built to last for years. As a one-woman operation, Jenny focuses on quality over quantity and provides customer-centric service. Every Jenny N. bag can be customized from the leather color, thread color, monogram, and closure styles. There are so many options; the possibilities are endless.
Stetson Hats
We can't have a made in Texas list without having something cowboy on it now can we? Stetson hats are the most famous cowboy hats and they are manufactured right in Garland Texas. For 150 years Stetson hats have been worn proudly by Texans.
Texas Beard Company Beard Care Products
In case you haven't notice, beards are back in style. In fact, the highly stylish beard is big, burly….and well groomed. Texas Beard Co. beard grooming oils and balms are handcrafted in Texas and include all natural essential oils.
Olive Oil
From beard oil to…olive oil. Since we are on the topic of oil, did you know that there are many companies in Texas that manufacture olive oil? Olive farming is a risky business in Texas because of the unpredictable weather and fact that it takes 100 pounds of olives to make one gallon of olive oil. The southern Texas has the climate best suited for olive growth and with companies like Texas Hill Olive Oil Company, Southeast Texas Olive, and Texana, the Texas olive oil industry is holding its own.
Igloo Coolers
Over 70 years ago the Igloo company started manufacturing beverage coolers and plastic container coolers in Katy, Texas. Today, Igloo employs 1,200 people on a 3 building campus and continues to be a world leader in cooler manufacturing. Not all Igloo products are made in USA, but a large selection of the coolers are. Visit the Igloo Amazon store.
Don't miss our list of American made coolers.
Granny Bee's Candles
While visiting Texas at Christmas, we grabbed two of Granny Bee's Candles inside a Boerne, Texas, boutique. I was going to give them as gifts, but I enjoyed the Dickens Christmas fragrance so much, I kept one for myself! I would burn this scent the entire year. The company sent me an email that read: "Granny Bee's is the epitome of 'small business' America. All our candles are made to order, hand-poured, and shipped with pride to thousands of customers such as yourself. Word of mouth is what Granny Bee thrives on."
Don't miss our list of American Made candles.
Pace Picante Sauce
Pace has been manufacturing picante sauce in Texas since 1947. The secret to Pace Picante Sauce and salsa products is in the jalapeno. Pace created a “No Heat” jalapeño for mild products that keeps all the jalapeño flavor, but has no jalapeño bite. Pace was acquired by Campbell's Soup Company in 1995.
Cowboy Boots
Of course cowboy boots are made in Texas! There are several makers of cowboy boots that call Texas home including Abilene Boots,Boots, Anderson Bean Boots. J.B. Hill, Kat Mendenhall (vegan boots), and Lucchese.
Don't miss our source list for American made cowboy boots.
Piper Sandals
The Piper Sandal Company makes sandals for the entire family. This small but mighty San Antonio, Texas company has been around since 1971 when Dave Piper made his first pair of leather sandals. Piper sources everything from the USA except for the buckle. I had a lengthy conversation with him, and he definitely knows how to make quality, great-fitting sandals with awesome support, and they last forever. I will be ordering some for myself and my kids!
Don't miss our list of American Made Shoes
San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS)
SAS has been making hand-crafted shoes and handbags since 1976. Primarily known for being the “comfortable” shoe, they are popular among seniors and those with leg injuries. Though SAS has two factories in Texas, one in San Antonio and one in Del Rio, not all of their footwear is American made. Check labels and descriptions carefully.
Don't miss our source list of American made shoes for more made in USA footwear options.
Toyota Tundra and Tacoma
In 2003 Toyota opened a new 2,000,000 square foot assembly plant in San Antonio hiring 1,850 people to build the Tundra pickup truck and it was the commitment to creating zero waste that put the plant in the headlines. Their plant has become the model for the most advanced technologies to convert landfill gas and solid waste into fuel. Today, the Tacoma is manufactured and assembled there as well.
Don't miss our guide to buying made in USA cars.
Russell Stover Candy
Russell Stover has five manufacturing facilities in the USA, and one of them is located in Corsicana, Texas. If you ever happen to be in this area of north Texas, you absolutely have to stop at the Russell Stover candy store near the candy factory on…wait for it…Pecan Delight Ave.
Don't miss our mega list of made in the USA candy.
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More made in Texas: Safe Case road cases in Houston and great music everywhere in Texas
Boycott all Texas products and companies including frito lay and Pepsi. The Texas Taliban has no place in America.
I am totally with you Terri. I was making a list of all Texas products to send out to friends and then I saw your comment. We are in sync.
doing the same!
Don’t mess with Texas. I want to move there now and they make better jeans than Levis which shipped manufacturing overseas. But you probably love destroying American businesses. Go get your abortion in China.
We don’t need your commie money anyways. Go kick rock!
Because of the Jim Crow laws passed there, I refuse to buy anything made in Texas
Are you smoking crack or meth? I simply can’t with you people.
Be Careful. Your ignorance and prejudice is showing. You have to show your ID to get on a plane, pick up tickets, and on and on….
but not vote? You liberals hate anyone that does not agree with you. You are often EXACTLY what you accuse others of being.
Your loss. You are not needed or wanted in Texas.
Sarah – Thanks for the “Made in Texas” post!!! My family owned company hand crafts fresh deli type salads in Houston so we’re very proud to claim “Made in Texas“!!
We’re considering expanding outside of the Lone Star State and are curious as to how Texas made products are perceived in other states/cities… We offer our products under a couple diff. brands “Texas Kitchen” & “Ron’s” so we’re just curious if having “Texas” on our products would help us or possibly hurt us in other areas.
I’d welcome your thoughts!!! Gary (garyc.gist @gmail.com).
Hi Gary, that’s a really great question! In our experience, people love to support small, local products, even if they are not local to them. Plus, there are a lot of Texans all over the USA who will jump at the chance to grab a taste of home, wherever they are. On USA Love List, whenever we can, we try to provide as much info as possible about where products are made, including the state and city when we have that information. I can’t cite the numbers off the top of my head, but studies have shown that consumers want to support (and may even pay more for) products that support American jobs. The more you can connect your products to the people who produce them, the more we can share in your pride! I suggest a small American flag icon that catches the eye and as much local flavor as you put on a label. (Exception: Since you are making fresh salads, I am assuming you are expanding to nearby states? I am not from that region. Are there any local rivalries between states? I am originally from Michigan and I know that thanks to our vigorous football rivalries, many Michiganders would not touch an Ohio product, and vice-versa. However, I now live in Philadelphia and I do not think that there are any state-wide animosities. So if there are any state vs. state dynamics going on in your region, I would disregard what I said before. Good luck and keep us posted!)
This is an outstanding list! We love hearing your opinions on top things made in TX. It’s so neat to compare this to other states around this part of the U.S. Keep up the great work!
Aw, thanks for the pep talk, Adrienne! I will share your kind words with the USA Love List Team.
James Avery Jewelry!
I need help in finding inexpensive items made in Texas to give as gifts at our Family Reunion event. My family comes from different states and I am proud to be a Texan. I appreciate all you can do to help. The event is scheduled for June and I will be hosting it. Thank you so much, Mona.
Olive oil. I had no idea Texas was a great state to grow and manufacture olive oil. And 100 lbs of olives to make 1 gallon of olive oil. Wow that’s a lot
Puracy, made in Austin. Natural and organic household and personal products.
https://puracy.com/
As a native texan, I love this list!
Kat Mendenhall Cowboy Boots
Texas styled cowboy boots made in Texas, by Texans
We offer the first 100% non-leather, Texas style handmade cowboy boots, western wear, and accessories.
http://katmendenhall.com/
http://www.phillyseafood.com/home/
Texans love Texas Gulf Shrimp, caught by Texan fishermen, on Texas boats, processed in Palacios Texas. Look for the Philly’s Premium Wild Texas Shrimp at retailers across the country! Go Texas!
We’re so proud to make the Cycle Snap in Texas alongside these other great brands!
Here’s my list of five sustainable fashion brands, all MADE in TEXAS! https://notmadeinchinachallenge.com/2016/05/25/5292/
I didn’t know about Dublin Dr Pepper, thanks!!
Dr Pepper is no longer bottled in Dublin, TX
Toyota, no we Texans don’t love the Japanese firm or their cars,however we do love our Suburbans, Tahoes and Escapees made in Arlington, for many years! Don’t say you love a Japanese car company and say your from Texas!
Toyota employs a lot of people at their San Antonio plant and they are relocating their North American headquarters from California to a new $1+ billion facility in Plano. I’ll drive my Tundra with pride and my neighbor that works there is thankful.
You forgot big red and heb
Thank you!
Love Shiner Bock. I bought my Justin boots a couple of decades ago and they still look amazing.
I had no idea that some of these were made in Texas! Esp Dell and Dr. Pepper. Cannot wait to see North Carolina in the list!
Fickle Pickles made in Boerne, Texas! Don’t miss these little pieces of heaven! Also sold in Gruene, Texas🙂
We are proud to make many of our collegiate totes, aprons and coolers in Houston, Texas!
where do you make totes,coolers and aprons at in Houston?
We’ve actually just moved to a new location in Houston, on Pinemont near spring branch..we’ve just celebrated 50 years in the bag business in Texas! Our texas made “texas flag” fannypack is one of our best sellers. Plus, we are collegiate licensed for over 70 colleges…including several in Texas! http://www.desden.com
Love my Dr. Pepper! Had no idea it was from Texas!
I love the creative hand-carved spirit faced birdhouses made by Monte Spinker. They are very unique, hand made and functuional! The birds fly up the nose. Check them out!
Did you know that there are only 3 electrical supply grids in the USA? One is East of the Mississippi, One is West of the Mississippi and Texas has it's own.
Lazart metal wall hangings and Thirstystone products are made in Gainesville, Tx
great list. i love the salsa
The Tablet Claw is also Made in Houston, Texas! We are proud to support fellow Texans!
Thanks for the reminder Paige! I was just recommending Tablet Claw to someone the other day. -SW