Are you one of those ambitious types that gets your holiday shopping done way in advance of the Christmas season? Good for you!!! Unfortunately, I fall into the category of last minute shopper - but hopefully not this year!!!
This year I have found Etsy and all the wonderful crafters that make up the Etsy group. The possibilities are endless and the selection is amazing. I am sure you can find something even for that "hard to buy" for person on your list! There are things in every price range, even for these tough economic times and specials constantly. There are many gift guides to search through on the Etsy website but I thought I would feature a few of those amazing crafters on my blog.
I have put together this list of some of my favorite Etsy websites as well as other fantastic crafters that I have met in the Etsy forums. I designed this on-line craft fair like a craft fair that I put together in my own home several years ago that was alot of fun. Each of the sites is different from the other and they each offer beautiful items in all different price ranges.
Where this is on-line - you have to use your imagination for a wonderful craft fair experience!!
Imagine the scents of Balsam and hot mulled cider as you stroll leisurely around a room beautifully decorated with memorable Christmas decorations. Soft Celtic music relaxes you, putting you into the holiday spirit as you move slowly from table to table, totally enjoying the sights of the beautifully handcrafted items. Now that you are in a relaxed shopping mood....
All of the shops below have their visual displays listed down the left hand side of the blog. You can click into each website from there or click their name below and you will be brought into their website. Please check each of them out, including my site, Allstrungout1. Leave comments if you would like about any of the wonderful items you purchase, about your thoughts on the selections offered, or any ideas for future shopping guides!!
I am sure you will find items that will satisfy many of the people on your shopping list or simply treat yourself! No crowds to fight or parking places to hunt for - all in the comfort of your own home!! Then, having that behind you, you can kick back, relax, and actually enjoy the festivities of this wonderful holiday season!
1. Andrewsreclaimed - a growing variety of quality garden supplies and gifts, all made from recycled wood, and assembled with care.
2. Hotpinkchick - unique handmade jewelry.
3. Yellowhouseknits - beautiful hand knits for babies and children.
4. Jennyhoople - colorful and glamorous handmade jewelry.
5. Aptrick - fine art photography by Patrick Andrew Adams.
6. Antiquebasketlady - handmade handbags, totes, diaper bags, children's bags.
7. Teaman - handblended gourmet teas for your enjoyment.
8. Whimsy & spice - specializing in sweets with a dash of spice.
9. Peacebypeacedesigns - custom bridal jewelry.
10. MixedMediaCocktail - handmade ribbon painted boxes and wearable art.
11. Stoopher & Boots - two sisters, creative ideas, onesie's, tees, & hoodies with cute pictures or sayings.
12. Deondesigns - jewelry with a vintage charm.
13. Boutiquestitches - bibs, blankets, changing pads, everything for that "unique" little rocker person.
14. LostRiverRags - luxurious Soaps, Lotions, Body Splashes, Soy Candles & More!
15. sarahkdesigns - bring the outside in...beautify the great indoors with the artwork of Sarah Knight.
16. The Shabby Pink Cottage - digital collage sheets perfect for scrapbooking or jewelry making.
17. NowthenDesign - beautifully quilted placemats, table runners, tissue box covers, & more!
18. Knitschmidt - adorable knitted baby and toddler hats and Chef's market bags!
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wonderful
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and
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individual
websites!
You
will
be
amazed
by
all
the
amazing
talent!!
Nineteen
websites
in
all!!
Keep
going!!
Still
more!!
Amost
there!!
Keep
going
almost
until
you
get
to
the
article
about
the
Elvis
sighting!!
This year I have found Etsy and all the wonderful crafters that make up the Etsy group. The possibilities are endless and the selection is amazing. I am sure you can find something even for that "hard to buy" for person on your list! There are things in every price range, even for these tough economic times and specials constantly. There are many gift guides to search through on the Etsy website but I thought I would feature a few of those amazing crafters on my blog.
I have put together this list of some of my favorite Etsy websites as well as other fantastic crafters that I have met in the Etsy forums. I designed this on-line craft fair like a craft fair that I put together in my own home several years ago that was alot of fun. Each of the sites is different from the other and they each offer beautiful items in all different price ranges.
Where this is on-line - you have to use your imagination for a wonderful craft fair experience!!
Imagine the scents of Balsam and hot mulled cider as you stroll leisurely around a room beautifully decorated with memorable Christmas decorations. Soft Celtic music relaxes you, putting you into the holiday spirit as you move slowly from table to table, totally enjoying the sights of the beautifully handcrafted items. Now that you are in a relaxed shopping mood....
All of the shops below have their visual displays listed down the left hand side of the blog. You can click into each website from there or click their name below and you will be brought into their website. Please check each of them out, including my site, Allstrungout1. Leave comments if you would like about any of the wonderful items you purchase, about your thoughts on the selections offered, or any ideas for future shopping guides!!
I am sure you will find items that will satisfy many of the people on your shopping list or simply treat yourself! No crowds to fight or parking places to hunt for - all in the comfort of your own home!! Then, having that behind you, you can kick back, relax, and actually enjoy the festivities of this wonderful holiday season!
1. Andrewsreclaimed - a growing variety of quality garden supplies and gifts, all made from recycled wood, and assembled with care.
2. Hotpinkchick - unique handmade jewelry.
3. Yellowhouseknits - beautiful hand knits for babies and children.
4. Jennyhoople - colorful and glamorous handmade jewelry.
5. Aptrick - fine art photography by Patrick Andrew Adams.
6. Antiquebasketlady - handmade handbags, totes, diaper bags, children's bags.
7. Teaman - handblended gourmet teas for your enjoyment.
8. Whimsy & spice - specializing in sweets with a dash of spice.
9. Peacebypeacedesigns - custom bridal jewelry.
10. MixedMediaCocktail - handmade ribbon painted boxes and wearable art.
11. Stoopher & Boots - two sisters, creative ideas, onesie's, tees, & hoodies with cute pictures or sayings.
12. Deondesigns - jewelry with a vintage charm.
13. Boutiquestitches - bibs, blankets, changing pads, everything for that "unique" little rocker person.
14. LostRiverRags - luxurious Soaps, Lotions, Body Splashes, Soy Candles & More!
15. sarahkdesigns - bring the outside in...beautify the great indoors with the artwork of Sarah Knight.
16. The Shabby Pink Cottage - digital collage sheets perfect for scrapbooking or jewelry making.
17. NowthenDesign - beautifully quilted placemats, table runners, tissue box covers, & more!
18. Knitschmidt - adorable knitted baby and toddler hats and Chef's market bags!
Keep
scrolling
down
to
view
all
the
wonderful
Artists
and
Crafters
individual
websites!
You
will
be
amazed
by
all
the
amazing
talent!!
Nineteen
websites
in
all!!
Keep
going!!
Still
more!!
Amost
there!!
Keep
going
almost
until
you
get
to
the
article
about
the
Elvis
sighting!!
Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm glad you like the little bird cards.
ReplyDeleteThis is great list. I especially like the quilted things :)
what a great post... holidays come quickly when you have to MAKE gifts, don't they?
ReplyDeleteThey sure do!! Thanks for checking out my blog!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for featuring some of us Etsy artists! It's great to find other people who enjoy our stuff. And, yes, I am one of those people who start shopping now, so this was perfect.
ReplyDeleteHow generous of you to plug all the fellow Etsyians! I like your blog very much.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes,
Clarita from Heartspace
great picks, I did 99% of my holiday shopping on Etsy last year. It was Great! Even the hard to buy for Teenage boys were easy with screen printed T-shirts.
ReplyDeleteThanks for introducing me to some great new shops! Off to browse around! :)
ReplyDeleteoooo some great shops I haven't seen before.
ReplyDeleteLots of wonderful shops on Etsy. We have a family agreement not to do Christmas gifts. It came about a few years back and we've stuck to it. It's kind of nice because the focus is about being together :) We do lots of random gift giving throughout the year, so that can be lots of fun! Etsy is definitely the place to find that special something for someone you love :) Thanks for sharing these cool shops!
ReplyDeletewonderful post, will come back to check out all of them !
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, I'm one of those who wait until the last minute too! LOL! I'm planning on making gifts again this year, however, if I can't think of anything to make for somebody, I will DEFINITELY go to Etsy! Thanks for sharing these great stores!
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