Do you know what Etsy is? Besides having taken ahold of me worse than a crack addiction? It's an awesome, awesome site selling all things handmade and vintage. It is not only my go-to gift resource, but where I buy cool, unique items for myself and my home. Here's a little tour of my favorite store on the web.
Nowhere else will you find a better selection of unique, handmade gifts. And I’m not talking about high-school-craft-show-handmade: these are real artisans with real talent. From your best friend to your Dad, there’s something for everyone on your gift list.
This customized return address stamp is a great gift for your favorite letter writer.
These little dishes are so simple and great for catching jewelry, paper clips, or nothing at all. You can also get them customized to say anything you’d like.
If you’ve got any sort of bag addiction, you might want to avoid Etsy. Or, you might not. There is no shortage of hip, funky, and totally one-of-a-kind bags on this site, mostly made from (fantastic) fabric.
The Rosso Weekender is roomy but not too big for everyday use. And cute, to boot!
This category is by far the most popular and loaded on Etsy. As a paper lover, my head literally spins with the sheer volume of awesome-ness available: cards, stationery, journals, and tons of other paper goodness. Trust me, you’ll never go to CVS again for a birthday card.
This completely unique postcard made from super-thin wood can be mailed like a regular postcard.
You simply cannot buy clothing that no one else has (at non-couture prices) anywhere other than Etsy. Browse through a great variety of vintage clothing hawkers as well as up-and-coming designers for something truly different.
This great sash/belt is made from a vintage bedsheet and recycled silk fabric.
The amount of well-selected, vintage home decor items on Etsy is growing by the day. Which is great for people like me, who want something beyond eBay and Craigslist for finding cool stuff.
Handmade jewelry is a treat. Not only are you wearing something completely distinctive, but most likely also cutting edge and innovative. Etsy is crammed full of amazing jewelry crafters, all offering baubles that are affordable and wearable.
This flying saucer ring is adjustable and totally modern.
True do-it-yourselfers will go ga-ga at the amount of wedding goods on Etsy. From dresses, invitations, favors, reception decor, to the rings themselves, if you are looking to create a truly personal day, you’re at the right place.
Your best friend didn’t have this birch tree ring cushion at her wedding.
Not only will Layer Cake Films come and film your wedding using a fabulously-retro Super 8 camera, but they will also rent you the camera and film and will process it for you.