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It seems like the last few craft fairs I’ve attended in my area weren’t crafty at all…they were basically lots of home party vendors selling their wares. That stuff is great too, but if I think I’m headed to a “craft fair,” I’m expecting crafts! I always try to buy things that folks have made. I feel that it’s important to invest in other peoples’ lives and buying their handcrafted wares is a great way to do that. I’ve already gotten much of my Christmas shopping finished, but as for what’s left, I’m trying to buy local handcrafted things. One great venue for this is Etsy. If you aren’t as keen on buying online, check out local craft fairs or Etsy groups in your area.
Here’s an event near where I live that will showcase many vendors’ goodies. November seems like the biggest time of year for events such as this, so scour your local paper and community calendars to find some near you! Whatever your style (or the style of those you are shopping for), it shouldn’t be too hard to find some little surprises for the ones on your list!
I love etsy. Such a great place to find one of a kind items. Made with quality and pride. Love this necklace.
ReplyDeletelove etsy! i'm on it all the time searching for my newest find :)
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ReplyDeleteI love, love, love Etsy. I can't tell you the number of times I've purchaed unique items for family and friends (maybe even for myself).
Thanks for the great reminder now that we're in the early holiday season...
Warmly,
Elizabeth
Thanks so much for sharing about the KCHST Show & Sale! I look forward to meeting you this weekend.
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I looove etsy and look daily for goodies. It totally annoys me when I go to a holiday marketplace or fair and find someone selling mary kay or tastfully simple. Not that both don't have fine products, just not what you expect to find at such a fair.
ReplyDeleteI'm so impressed that you are almost finished Christmas shopping! Can I give you my list now that you have free time:)
ReplyDeleteEsty is a fabulous site. I've been very happy with all my finds.
Jo
I haven't really given etsy a try, but since I HATE to shop in crowded stores, I may have to venture that way. Thanks for the encouragement to try something new!
ReplyDeleteLove Etsy & local fairs! My aunt sells bookmarks at fairs so I go to visit her and always buy something. It never fails that at Christmas-time, Stella gets the most adorable, most unique things from my mom, aunt, and sister and they always come from these fairs. It's the way to go if you want something you haven't seen in a million stores.
ReplyDeleteThat necklace is gorgeous...I'm off to check out that Etsy shop! Love love love Etsy!
ReplyDeletei feel the same way!! craft fairs should be crafty!! that's why i love etsy so much?
ReplyDeleteI love handcrafted items. They always seem a little extra special.
ReplyDeleteI haven't really explored Etsy yet. I may have to!
ReplyDeleteShoot! I'm going to be out of pocket this weekend and won't be able to go! I'm so bummed! This weekend is also the craft fair at Middlebrook Pike UMC, which I went to last year and was really pleased with! Check that one out, too. I know Fellowship Church also does a holiday craft fair. It was later in the year last year--I'm hoping I don't miss it, too! Thanks for posting about Knoxville events. I don't always do a great job keeping up with stuff like this, but I do always check your blog :)
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