29th Jan 2008

More Handmade Gifts

I’ve found that shopping on Etsy is an alternative to buying from Target or Wal-Mart, and it supports artists. You can’t find everything, but you can find a lot. 

Here are a few new favorite items:

Found Notebook made from vintage scraps of paper

Whimsical Stained Glass Cross seems Greeky to me, which is probably the appeal

Rainbow Felted Tote for those of us who like big bags

Zen Buggles Minky, a baby blanket, but I’m halfway to asking for an adult size

Purple Eyelash Scarf has West Coast UU minister written all over it

Button Flowers that will never die

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5 Responses to “More Handmade Gifts”

  1. January 29th, 2008 at 3:14 pm jacqueline Says:

    I am thinking this is the best way to deal with the $600 the government is planning on giving us… not that I need any of these things either.

  2. January 29th, 2008 at 3:15 pm Ms. Theologian Says:

    Well, better Etsy than Target….

    I might use it to pay off the last of my student loans.

  3. January 29th, 2008 at 4:53 pm h sofia Says:

    Etsy is so terrific. I found beautiful wedding invitations there, and the blanket I ordered for my friend was gorgeous. I got it for her baby shower, but she asked if she could use it for herself. I’ve been very pleased. Additionally, I love their interactive “favorites” feature. Now all they need to do is come up with a Wishlist!

  4. January 29th, 2008 at 4:57 pm Ms. Theologian Says:

    Wish list is a great idea! I use favorites that way, but it’s not quite the same.

  5. February 7th, 2008 at 10:56 pm elroy Says:

    i discovered etsy not long ago. it’s GREAT!!!! i’m always in search for more unique handmade gifts !!!!!!

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