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A post holiday-craze gift for yourself!

On this, the busiest mailing day of the year, it's time for business to get back to usual here at Modish.  Hope you enjoyed all the gift guides and were able to find some indie gifts for your loved ones!  Now that you're (hopefully) pretty much done with all that craziness (I know I'm not!) why don't you get yourself a gift to reward all your hard work this season, hmm?  A gift like a hand screen-printed tee by db clay sounds good to me!
This oh so pretty, vintage style tee is just calling my name!  Featuring db clay's signature Dammasch Flower pattern, this soft, long tee is hand screenprinted in NE Portland so each one is a little bit different.  They come with those cool matching gift boxes so you'll feel even more special opening it up for yourself!  Check out the other tee colors and designs and super rad wallets from db clay, and don't stress too much, it's almost over!

If Fluffy doesn't like you, neither do I

This is the last day for gift finds on Modish so hopefully you've been able to find some great gifts at some great deals over the past few weeks.  I'll be back to business as usual starting Monday, so if you haven't quite caught up on your shopping yet, check out the "holiday" category on here and you can re-live all the good finds.  And, the Modish Gift Guide will be up thru Jan 7th for you slackers and to accommodate post holiday sales! 

Now, on with the last day of finds for those who are often the most special to you- your pets!  And remember, there's lots of deals on gifts for pets in the Gift Guide!  Happy Holidays everyone!

{organic dog treats by Green Dog Company, crystal bones collar by Bark & Sparkle}

{customized pet photo by 2 Hounds Productions, fresh breath organic cat treats by The Modern Pet} 

{small pet dish by Kri Kri Studio at Petaline, designer pet bed by Tots & Tails Designs}
 

{green with envy couture collar by Retro-Pet, good karma rope toy by Jax & Bones}

Is that made from hemp?

With it being 60 degrees in the middle of December and simultaneously slamming the NW with a winter storm that just will not end, it's becoming apparent that our Earth is more fragile and affected than ever.  Today's gift finds are for goods that will help lessen our impact and imprint on the Earth for all your eco-conscious friends and family.  And, to lessen the impact on your wallet, check out the deals on eco-friendly gifts in the Modish Holiday Gift Guide!

{circuitboard apple ornament by Acorn Studios,  Chica Rosa Cosmetic bag by Escama at Elsewares}
   

{Fruitvale art print by Rachel Austin, green earrings by Mollie Dash at Stanley Family Lodge}

{Green Scene Queen sweater by Mod to Modern, bike chain frame by Resource Revival}

{silk red flower cuff bracelet by Yabettasupadont, beer can rings by D-licious}

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I knit my own wrapping paper this year!

Perhaps you're so crafty that you handmade all your gifts already, complete with self gocco printed cards and hand drawn wrapping paper, and for that, I salute and admire you.  But perhaps you're the friend of one of these people and knowing that they're super crafty and can make anything themselves, the thought of finding a gift for them has become daunting.  Well, don't fret, because today's gift finds are for crafters and do-it-yourselfers because they can always use supplies.  And don't forget to peruse the other great gifts for crafters in the Modish gift guide, complete with coupon codes!

{handspun yarn by red button tree at My Bonnie & Clyde, crocheted beads by Lindsay Streem at Plain Mabel}

 

 

 

{Mini Walnut pin-cushions by Christina's, Accordian Photo Album Kit by If'n Books}

 

{knitter bag by Persnickity Designs, knit gift enclosures by glamscience}

{Personalized tote bag by Freckled Nest, Kitty, Bunny and Bear pattern book by Wee Wonderfuls} 

More more more shopping!

Here we go, gotta keep ya'll busy with your last minute shopping this weekend!
First up, this Saturday, Dec 16th in Boston is the Bazaar Bizarre (or is it Bizarre Bazaar??) Nonetheless, it's happenin from 1-7pm at the Boston Center for the Arts/Cyclorama and will feature work from over 80 incredible indie artists and crafters!  Check out their site for the full low down...

Also on Saturday in Brooklyn, there's The Gift: on Grand, from 11-8pm at 33 Grand St.  This will feature wares from some amazing indie designers and participating businesses on Grand St will also be staying open late and hosting their own holiday events!  Sponsored by Sodafine, check out their site for the details.

Next up, on Sunday, Dec 17th in New Yalk, it's the Indie*licious holiday bazaar put on by the Ladies Independent Design League.  That's happenin' from 12-5pm at the The MicroMuseum and will feature 20 great emerging NYC designers.  Go to the LIDL site for all the info!

Annnnd, Michelles are apparently very generous. =)  I've got two talented ones who have special discounts to offer up just for Modish readers!  First, Michelle Caplan the multi-talented mixed media artist is offering 10% off the gorgeous art goods in her Etsy shop!  Just enter "MODISH" in the notes at checkout and wait for a revised invoice with the discount on it. 

And, Michelle Smith would like to offer 20% off the goods in her shop, from apparel to home decor to stationery, you're sure to find something you'll love.  Just enter holidayms06 at checkout to redeem your discount.  Yay for Michelles!

I gave birth to you, that's why!

There are some ladies that deserve extra special gifts during the holiday season for the simple reason that they're responsible for bringing you into this world.  For the mom's that LOVED your dried macaroni collages and when you traced your hand and turned that into a turkey drawing (you genius you...), pay them back for years of nourishing your talents with yet another handmade gift from the heart.  And, check out the deals on special gifts for mama in the Modish Gift Guide, there's aplenty!

{Long scarf by Rosie Brown at Papa Stour, small porcelain hay vase by Anne Black at peek keep}

{vintage signed tatari leaf pin at Trunkshop, small sea oyster necklace by Rachael Sudlow}

{limited edition travel tea kit by leaf, red rose cup and saucer by Sandra Bowkett at Moose}

{Tumbled Italian Botticino Tile coasters by Sweet Thunder, bird shoulder bag by Bookhou}

Holiday Giveaway Winners!

We have winners!  Two lucky duckys are taking home the goodie boxes below- Giftbox #1 belongs to Julia from Palo Alto, and Giftbox #2 is heading up to Lee Ann in Montreal!  Congrats ladies!  And thank you to everyone for reading and signing up for the newsletter- next month, it could be you taking home the goods!  And extra special thanks to all the wonderful indie shops who donated goods!  Check out their sites below, you may find some more great gifts along the way!

Holiday Doozie of a Giftbox #1
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Jaime Zollars- "lift" art print
Karen Marie Cross- silkscreened doll
Lusterbunny- porcelain deer pendant
Minty Print- 2 magnet, 2 notecard set
Ars Elementi- charm necklace
Eco Sprite Designs- $20 gift certificate
Bonnin Designs- Peruvian opal necklace
Gifts Define- love angel
Manic Trout- Etta Bottle Cap glass necklace
Bead Addict Designs- fused dichronic glass pendant
Shevon Gant Ceramics- chopstick holders
Shades of Violet- gift tags
Lanlan Design- pink crystal hoop earrings
Alicia Bock- card with original photography
Dashery- jasper & black agate necklace
Gajettes- handmade reversible headband
Alicia's Joy- jade, aventurine, peridot & glass earrings
Stinky Lou Lou- oversized English countryside tote
Oblinaknit- business card holder
Ellen Ikemoto Design- Japanese print collage cards
Amy Burns- celestial bliss light switch plate
Scribble Scrabble- beaded pen
Broken Tepee Designs- turquoise & Hill Tribes silver earrings
Honorable Mention- "diamond" ring
Spoiled Rotten- perfume & lotion samplers
Krista Raak- "spicy chocolat" hand embroidered evening bag

Holiday Doozie of a Giftbox #2
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Evil Kitty- arm-warmer set
Krista Raak- "collette" hand embroidered folding clutch
Handmade Luck- "rockstar" necklace & earrings set
Honorable Mention- flower scrap brooch
Shattered Glass- gemstone ring
Bead Gal Designs- Swarovski crystal & shell earrings & pendant set
Young & With It- chicken butt cards
Sweet Tooth Designs- sterling silver smiley charm
Sofia Barao- handmade mixed media bookmark
Scribble Scrabble- beaded pen
Adorneya- aquamarine & turquoise earrings
Charcoal Designs- horsey necklace
Anna Bella Stationery- string & button notes & trivet
The Broken Plate Pendant Co- broken plate pendant necklace
Stiletto Heights- mixed media collage art card
Oblinaknit- handmade tote bag
Pretty Cheap- "America rocks" necklace
Alicia Bock- card with original photography
M. Augusta Woodland- "blue" necklace
Nek Jewelry- "instaparty" earrings
P1UON- 1 hairpin & 1 paint chip notecard
Becka Rahn- twilight beaded silk bag
Donna Keay Jewelry- crystal drop necklace
Pink Latte Bodyworks- $10 gift certificate
Karen Marie Cross- vintage lucky clover necklace
Gifts Define- baby gift set

Sponsot Spotlight: Art 2 Art Colorado

Take a look at Art 2 Art Colorado's original paintings, collages, sewing kits and more!  Mention modish in the notes section at checkout and receive a free "mystery gift" of art with your order!

Who'd you pick for Secret Santa?

It's the obligatory office gift that you often have to get for someone you don't know too well that has to be under $20.  What the heck can you get for a random co-worker other than a bottle of wine or some cookies?  How 'bout some fun, funky handmade gifts, perfect for any fellow cube dweller or as stocking stuffers for your friends and family!  Also be sure to check out the deals on gifts under $20 in the Modish Gift Guide!

{cake erasers by Edesse Designs, midwest pop cozy by boygirlparty}

{stick em up scratch pads by The Small Object, animal pals button pak by Crowded Teeth}

{business card wallet by BellaRoo, buffalo coaster set by Sesame Letterpress at Elsewares}

{lavender filled sachets by Inleaf, owl nodder at day-lab}