Today, I’m focusing on Etsy sellers who are able to offer expedited shipping – so you can support an artist directly and have the peace of mind that your gift will arrive in time for the holidays.
In addition to originals, Matt currently has a number of limited-edition prints for sale ($35-60 each). Below and above are “The Giant Suburban Bear Monster Visits NYC,” “Lush Life Cat with Bird,” “NYC” and “Vivienne and Simon.” (I’m thinking I might need to buy one of these as a Christmas gift to myself!)
According to her Etsy shop, the last day to purchase from Diana for Christmas delivery is Wednesday. Whether you want to splurge or offer a sweet little ceramic piece, there’s something for everyone in her shop. My personal favorites are her salt and pepper cellars ($32 for a set, in a variety of colors), 2008 calendar ($30), “Red Rooster and Rose” platter ($490), and rooster babushka ($22). The babushka can be worn as a kerchief or pinned up as a lovely wall hanging.
John has a December 18 (that means, 5pm today!) cut-off for domestic orders to arrive by December 22. Right now, he’s offering a special deal where if you buy one print, you get a second absolutely free (limit of two free prints per purchase). Below are “Pug” ($18), “Keep Your Elbows Off the Table” ($20), “New York Windows No. 1″ ($10), and “Lowtops Black on Baby Blue” ($10).
Purchase from this Green Bay seller by Thursday, December 20, and priority shipping should get your gift there on time. She makes little wallets in all sorts of cute patterns – like the Mod Dandelions ($13) and Snow & Graham design ($17) pictured here.
While I’d love to pick up one of everything in Emilyn’s Etsy shop, I am an especially big fan of her “Girard” tea towels ($12 each). The multi-stripe background means it fits in no matter what color your gift recipient’s kitchen is. And who couldn’t use a cute tote – like the “Madrid” or “S-Curve” ($14) – for weekly trips to the farmers’ market? For a gift that’s a bit more of a splurge, be sure to check out the “Lilac” noren – fabric panels that are often found in Japanese homes in the doorway.
