Simplify Your Holiday Shopping with Etsy

Still buying copies? Maybe it's time to buy an original. If so, Etsy has something for everyone. Etsy specializes in anything handmade though the shop also includes vintage items and craft supplies. You can also purchase reproductions of original artwork, but the cost of an original might surprise you. After becoming a member of Etsy (see my store) I began to notice just how many great gift ideas there were in my budget. Here are some that might help simplify your holiday shopping.

johnspainting - This seller creates beautiful oil paintings of dogs at an affordable price. Want to commission a portrait of your beloved pet? He offers options for that through his site but recommends getting your order in ASAP for Christmas delivery. Prices range from $60-$125.

SolanaGraphicStudios - This shop has custom vinyl art that you can stick to your wall. A perfect way to decorate rooms without going for a full-blown mural. The images are graphic, stylized and cute. When your tyke outgrows the images you can peel and start all over.

PainterNik features predominantly whimsical cats rendered in pen and ink with watercolor. The artist's small oil paintings are lush and delicate at the same time. Prices range from $25-$100.

Bigheadedrobot - A diverse range of work with a modernist aesthetic. This artist has work starting as low as $20 with very reasonable shipping rates. The work in watercolor is bold and graphic. It would look great in a minimalist or contemporary style home.

alorasadorables Carries beautiful vintage chenille fabrics along with several quilts that would be perfect for the country style home or a baby gift. The vintage fabrics are also a great option for creating your own crafts for the holidays.

PendantLicious - Looking for something for a teenager? Check out this store with unique and fun pendants made from scrabble tiles. They start at only $5. This seller also has a 100% positive feedback rating from over 1000 customers.

OneClayBead - A serving bowl from this store would be a perfect gift for any homeowner and prices here start at around $10 for a handmade ornament with serving pieces averaging around $20 - $30.

WarmCountryMeadows - Nature lovers might enjoy one of the beautiful moss terrariums from this shop.

There are many fun ways to search for unique gifts on Etsy. You can view the treasury to see collections of work created by other members you can search with keywords or even search by color groupings. The categories list features 31 different types of items sold on Etsy from Bags and Purses to Toys. Etsy can also help you find any sellers in your area if you prefer to support local artists. Etsy can help make your gift giving much easier, and economical this year.