Handcrafted Gift Ideas for All
Here you’ll find a listing of our favorite gift ideas for this upcoming holiday season. We’ve curated a listing of our personal favorites and items made by local crafty artists. We’ve included something for men, women, children, home decor and more!
In addition to select items from each artist, we’ve listed a link to the shop’s website, so pay them a visit and check out some of their other amazing products!
Nemo silhouette on stretched canvas
https://www.etsy.com/shop/znhdesigns
Hand-painted image of Nemo on a stretched canvas. The artist uses acrylic paint
and makes each painting to order.
Visit ZnH Designs to see more pictures, designs, and place your own custom order today!
“From handmade garlands, hand painted canvases, hand woven dream catchers, and wine cork decor just to name a few. My items are perfect for the holidays or everyday use, at home and in the office.”
– Diane Fredericks
The Sweetest Kitty Cat Amiguruimi!
Twas my very favorite aunt who made me into a cat person, decades ago, with her contagious adoration for these magnificent creatures! And my earliest baby memory is of Molly and John Luke hiding under the piano despite my endless coaxing for them to come out and let me cuddle them! I never thought I could crochet a cute-enough cat, but with a little divine intervention, and a lot of inspiration from the muse, suddenly our world contains a kitty! I can barely remember my life before kitty showed up!
– Sugar Pop Crochet
Bring the hoopla
bringtheHoopla’s mission is to bring the fun back into fitness. We custom design and hand-make each hoop with love. We create a welcoming and positive environment while utilizing the hoop as a form of play and exercise. Through encouraging instruction, we instill the importance of confidence. Each child’s self-esteem and self-expression ensures a successful program for everyone.
We custom design and hand-make each hoop with love. We offer weighted Hoopla hoops, polypro dance hoops, and our own line of hand tie-dyed clothing. We offer a lifetime guarantee on each Hoopla hoop.
-Nicole Mikula
Leg Lamp, Major Award Mug
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WittyThingsUS
Do you enjoy Christmas?
Dumb question, of course you do. Whether you celebrate Christmas or just enjoy the cooler weather and friendly atmosphere there’s no denying this is an awesome season. If you’re like me you’ve watched the movie “A Christmas Story.”
One of my favorite scenes is when the dad receives his “Major Award”… The Leg Lamp! While Ralph and the rest of the neighborhood couldn’t stop staring at this lamp, mom had another idea.
We’ve added a Leg Lamp image to the mug, and added the word Fragile over the leg silhouette.
Witty Things is a family owned small business with meticulous attention to detail. The company is an extended part of our first online store, WoodyThings, LLC. We aim to exceed your expectation with each and every order. We offer premium items at value prices.
⁃ Raquel and Angel Rosario
Harry Potter Slytherin Inspired Cravat
https://www.etsy.com/shop/edwincamachorivera
Inspired by the Harry Potter book/film series. Taken from the colors of the Slytherin House. For geekery or fashion. Fabric print comes from Spoonflower, and this version contains a satin sheen. Each piece comes in a nice box for nice packaging/easy gifting.
Growing up, I was enamored by the appearance of the well dressed man. Later on, I fell in love with rock music, art, and embracing my inner geek. Working in fashion gave me the chance to learn of different ways to express all the things that I love, and form my own ideas.
Working near the Garment District gives me easy access to materials, and help support business from the area. If the fabric is not purchased from any of the stores from the Garment District, they are purchased on Spoonflower, or on occasion, ordered on Etsy. These pieces were were meticulously selected to be a bit avant-garde, a bit classic, a bit fun, and totally unique.
– Edwin R. Camacho
Michter’s Bourbon with a whiskey scent
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BornAgainPhoenix
Recycled, professionally cut, and sanded down smooth to the touch, this rescued bourbon bottle candle is ready to fill your home with a masculine aroma!
Approximately 22 oz. of soy wax with whiskey scented soy wax is gently hand poured into this hand cut 750ML Michter’s bottle with one wooden wick.
Whether you give this as a gift or enjoy it yourself, you will be sure to cozy up any room with this clean burning artisan candle!
Born Again Phoenix is a Veteran Owned Business stemmed from a vision that many things have more than one purpose. We chose the name Born Again Phoenix because it has meaning to our relationship, that we survived our past and are born again to see a new light. Similar to our candles that we have decided after the contents are gone should not be tossed away but born again, with a new light. The light of a candle.
– Robby and Amanda
Charging Station, Docking Station for Smartphone and Apple Watch
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodyWoodWorks
Here’s a great way to keep your phone and watch organized while they charge.
If you already own an Apple watch, you know the magnetic charging dock is simple, clean, and kind of boring. We’ve added a little flair and personalization by creating this dock from 100% solid wood. We then add your stain of preference and offer free personalization (a letter, initial, etc.) by wood-burning your initial unto the piece.
I was born and raised in the Bronx, N.Y.C., but I have been fortunate yo travel and live all over the United States, thanks to my husband’s former military (Marine Corps) career. We are now blessed to call Connecticut our home.My passion is this company and the items I share for sale. I absolutely love and appreciate personalized, handmade items… and I truly enjoy making them. I have been doing this since 2006. This is more than a hobby or my stress reliever. Whether I am happy, anxious or sad, this is what I turn to. Hashtag #Crafting!
⁃ Raquel Rosario
TheFunkyHippie
https://www.etsy.com/shop/thefunkyhippie
“Like people, crystals come into our lives for a reason, they are amazing healers and helpers.”
I put together this beautiful mixed set with crystals that were chosen for their energy and intention (not color coordination with Chakras) Each set will come with crystal meaning sheet.
We are a collective shop of the unique. Lovers of all things handmade & recycled. We are big supporters of Small Business, Mom & Pop Shops and Artisans from near and far. We have an assortment of Organic and Natural Bath & Body Products, Gifts and Artisans’ Wares. In a world of manufactured sameness we offer one of a kinds made by hand with the care and love rarely seen in this fast paced world. Products for women, men, children and pets that offer pure goodness and imagination made by people…for people.
⁃ The Funky Hippie
Mercadito22
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Mercadito22
This multipurpose tote is 20″x14″x6″ and can be used for anything you can imagine! It’s big enough for
gifting, ventilated enough for gym clothes and sturdy enough for groceries.
The straps are sewn all the way around the bag making it very durable and sturdy to hold weight.
The mesh gives it ventilation and makes it great for a beach bag as the sand will fall right through!
The cotton fabric gives this bag great versatility. I can custom make almost any theme you need!
I am a Marine Corps Wife, a Mother of 2, a Substitute Teacher, a part-time Student, and a forever Crafter! I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. My family and I settled in Temecula, CA but the Marine Corps decided that we will reside in Virginia Beach, VA for a few years. I love make new things. Especially when they help the planet! My reusable bags/totes are a great alternative to plastic grocery store bags or shopping bags. Please consider reusable bags when you shop!
– Samarah
Sawdust filled, shatter proof, Christmas ornament
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WittyThingsUS
Shatter proof ornaments with vinyl lettering and filled with actual saw dust from our shop. This is a perfect Christmas tree ornament for the handy man in your life.
If you prefer to fill your ornament with your own saw dust just choose the empty option of your choice ?
Each sawdust filled ornament is sealed shut so it doesn’t spill.
Guerrera: A Coloring Book for Warriors Everywhere
http://www.citlalirose.com/shop/
This bilingual coloring book is an empowering and uplifting invitation toward healing and self-care. The illustrations draw inspiration from nature and culture in a series of tiled patterns. With over 50 unique designs, this collection invites you on a coloring journey of soothing calm and empowering meditation, as the pages weave together reminders of fierceness, strength, and wisdom through a series of words presented in both Spanish and English.
Rosanna Alvarez is the creative force behind Citlali Rose. A free-spirited, creative renaissance soul with a love for all things art, Rosanna has a knack for crafting and an endless list of creative ideas. Her abundant energy leads her down several adventures with a common thread — to lead a life of service
RefurnishCT
At Refurnish we carry a variety of used and new furniture pieces. Our inventory is constantly changing
and at our store you can find many pieces to furnish any room in your home. Bed room sets, Dining Room sets, Living room furniture, and home accents.
In addition to sales, we specialize in Professional refinishing, Furniture repainting, Up-cycled Furnishings, Kitchen Cabinet Repainting and More!!
– Alex and Vanessa
Wall Mounted Bottle Opener, Personalized, Distressed
http://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodyWoodWorks79
The sharp, bold letter against the distressed wood is such a beautiful look. We are happy to personalize
this Wall-mounted, Distressed and Personalized Cast-Iron bottle opener made of solid wood.
These bottle openers are mounted with a keyhole screw or countersunk screw from the front.
Letters are available and made of durable outdoor vinyl.
Fairy Island, 18″ x 24″ Painting
JenFayArt
Jennifer Fay is an artist working primarily in watercolors.
Her work is inspired by meditation, nature, my love of color and the flow of the watercolor medium.
Check out her original work at https://www.instagram.com/jenfayeart/
Quick Deploy Millipede Paracord Bracelet with Shackle
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WittyThingsUS
Paracord Bracelets are great accessories that can become life savers in a time of need.
We’ve crafted this quick deploy Millipede Paracord Bracelet with Stainless Steel Shackle. This version can quickly be taken apart by simply removing the shackle from the loops, pulling the loops and in under ten seconds you have 10-14 feet of durable paracord to use.
Hipponotic
Hand-poured with only the finest natural ingredients. Made with vegan soybean wax, candles burn clean, with almost no residue. We also use 100% pure essential oil scents, as opposed to the artificial chemicals used in mass production candles. No fillers, preservatives, or artificial fragrance.
Altogether, you can enjoy the “Hip-o-notic” experience while not having to worry about harming the environment. With a variety of unique blends to choose from, our candle selection and array of natural scents changes with the seasons. Our wax is slow burning due to its natural material. Fragrance throw may vary. Hand poured, Made in CT, cruelty free never testing on animals.
Bachelor Inspired Rose Wine Glass
https://www.etsy.com/shop/indieowlcollective
My one guilty pleasure is spending my Monday, watching the Bachelor, Bachelorette, or even dare I say it – Bachelor in Paradise, with a nice glass of wine by my side. And I know Bachelor-nation is out there with me, wine parties alike.
I’m an inspired closet artist who found my medium in painting wine, martini, and margarita glasses. I’ve been doing crafts since I was a kid as my mom found making crafts together was a fun activity we could share. What started with sewing and painting wooden ornaments, evolved over the years when I experimented my creativity through other materials.
– Kristen
AkuchiAzubike
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AkuchiAzubike
Smoky Quartz: Root (1st) Chakra. This stone is clear with pigments of light brown to dark brown. It is a 
powerful grounding stone and assists one with coming back into their body without feeling many physical effects if any. It helps one do daily activities with insight from their higher self.
Eye (yes, eye did that purposely- it means eye am speaking from a third eye frequency as opposed to “I” bc it is ego based) grew up Catholic. A few years ago eye was searching for God to help me with the depression that eye was battling. Eye began meditating and had my spiritual awakening. Eye gave up everything eye knew to give myself fully to this mission of healing others. Eye now am a reiki master (spiritual healer), meditation guide, crystal healer and more.
– Akuchi
WoodyTunes Twins Headphone Stand
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodyWoodWorks
Do you enjoy listening to music loudly through noise cancelling over the ear ginormous headpieces? If you’re an audio fanatic like me, you have a few sets of headsets laying around the house and want to store them safely. Heck, you payed good money for them! So, How Do YOU Store Your Headphones? If you’re into the minimalist, industrial and rustic look, these set of Headphone Stands might be the thing for you!
Military Chest and Shadow Box
https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodyWoodWorks
This Military chest is made from solid Pine. It measures 24 x 12-3/4 x 11-3/4″ inches tall. T
he box is stained two-tone, inside we used red Mahogany, and Expresso on the outside slots.
We stenciled the service member’s rank and last name, and placed an Eagle, Globe and Anchor (EGA) centered beneath.
As you open the chest you will notice a framed 8 x 10 Unit Logo. Inside is a removable shadowbox tray. There is 5″ clearance beneath the tray.
We use 5/8″ ropes as the handles, and weather sealed the chest to promote many years of joyful use.
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We appreciate your support of our handcrafted, family-owned businesses.
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