Arts & Crafty: Budget-minded gifts at Etsy
If you think of calendars as gifts that shout "I didn't know what to get you," check out these ideas from artisans at www.etsy.com.
Satsumalynn has a wall calendar inspired by Japanese textiles perfect for fans of letterpress. It's $44, and you can see a photo below. Another, CecilyInk had a $14 printed calendar, whose modern graphics in pumpkin, chartreuse and raspberry, sure to brighten the desk and mood of a co-worker. (Photo at right.)
Scouting around for deals on Etsy, you'll also find personalized teacher gift sets by saratams; a calendar that doubles as postcards by SureAsBlue; calendars with reminder lists by pixelimpress; and a letterpress calendar by SycamoreStreetPress that benefits orphans in Ethiopia. Also worth a look are artistscs28, InkspotWorkshop, pistachiopress and TurtlePapers (search for them under "sellers: usernames").
And if your list is bigger than your budget, try littlebrownpen, AnaPapeterie and bluetricycle. For $5, you get a PDF file that lets you print as many calendars as you need. They're perfect as party favors, too.
But don't wait too long to order. You'll find that supplies are limited.
— Jan Molen
Photo credits: Top, courtesy of CecilyInk. Bottom, courtesy of Satsumalynn.
Etsy is an amazing place to find unique, handmade gifts for everyone!
It's a wonderful way to support artists by buying directly from them.
Thank you door spreading some light on this really amazing website.
Buy Handmade! :)
http://www.michelemaule.etsy.com
Posted by: michele maule | December 06, 2008 at 05:49 AM
Etsy is great not only for one of a kind handmade items but also for supporting artists who are real people just like you and me.
go Etsy!
http://www.loverlyink.etsy.com
Posted by: lindsay harvey | December 07, 2008 at 08:20 PM
I'm a longtime Etsy addict and seller myself! It's an entire universe of amazing things for everyone. I'm personally hooked on handmade soaps and lotions, but the overwhelming jewelry selection has been wonderful for gift-giving. I've found all kinds of unique, wonderful items for myself and others and plan to do as much of my shopping as humanly possible on Etsy this holiday season. Thanks so much for the article and sharing the Etsy community with the world at large!
-Jill
Posted by: Jill | December 08, 2008 at 09:15 AM
Have you seen Little Brown Pen's Video? Rocks!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dg4q0Rqv9Oo&ap=%2526fmt%3D18
Posted by: nizzy | December 08, 2008 at 09:50 AM
It's so great to see Etsy being promoted in such a big media outlet! I love how it just keeps growing and growing...
- ThreeBySea
http://threebysea.etsy.com
Posted by: ThreeBySea | December 08, 2008 at 10:20 AM
I love Etsy.com. I recently purchased 6 custom made clutches to give as gifts. The personalized attention is unbeatable. I am happy to see Etsy.com getting the attention it deserves.
Posted by: Kim | December 08, 2008 at 12:09 PM
ATTN MEN: Need the perfect gift for your wife/daughter/mom? Etsy is the place!
Posted by: Big Al | December 08, 2008 at 04:49 PM
Yay for Etsy! Thanks for spreading the word -- it is a great site with endless possibilities!
-Kelp Designs
www.kelpdesigns.etsy.com
Posted by: Kelp Designs | December 08, 2008 at 04:50 PM
Fabulous earrings, totally handmade (glass AND silver):
kickinglass.etsy.com
Posted by: Lisa Albrecht | December 08, 2008 at 06:55 PM
I love etsy! You can check out my shop too at: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5507042
cheers!
Posted by: Monique | December 09, 2008 at 06:49 AM