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Shop handmade this weekend!

Here's a run down of some of the craft fairs and handmade shopping events happening this weekend! (click the pics to be taken to the sites for more info!)

Gift on Grand- this Saturday, Dec 15th in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

New York Creates' Holiday Crafts Fair, this and next Friday and Saturday, in Brooklyn

Bazaar Bizarre this Saturday, Dec 15th, in San Francisco <- I might be there depending on how much work I can get done before then!

Take a peek at the Indie Craft Fair Guide for even more upcoming craft fairs happening in Portland, Canada, DC, Seattle and more!

2008 calendars...

Instead of a gift guide today, I bring you some calendars for the year ahead, all from etsy!  You've probably seen the long lists of beautiful calendars on all the other design blogs (that's why you didn't see them here) buuuuut, there's some new calendars out now and still plenty of time to get them before the new year so if you're not overwhelmed with your potential for next year's date keeping yet (I personally already have 3 new calendars for next year, but have plenty more wall space!) here are some of the latest releases for 2008!

{this chocolatey delicious calendar by happify}

{this beautifully illustrated calendar by Cedar Seven}

{the happy and colorful mini wall calendar by SusyJack}

{this super unique 3-D, letterpress calendar with 3 seasons, by Chad & Amanda}

{the slim and sleek calendar by Turtle Papers}

{the retro style there's no place like home calendar by oddball press}

{the wonderful creative thursday calendar, featuring her original artwork}

{the gorgeous limited edition calendar by Rosie Music}

{the wishes for 2008 calendar by Church Animals}

{and the sea inspired Poseidon letterpress calendar by Lizard Press}

Handmade Gift Guide: Eco-friendly gifts

When it comes to shopping, there really is no better pairing than something that's both handmade and eco-friendly, in my book.  It seems to me that the people who are conscious enough to seek out specifically handmade goods are the same people that seek out items that are good to the earth.  It is impossible not to take part in our consumer society without running to the hills to become a hermit, so I advocate, consume!  But consume consciously, moderately, and consider the effect that the items you're purchasing will have on the people who created them and on the world around us.  So, for anyone and everyone on your list, here are some gifts that are good to both their loving creators and our earth.  (You can also find lots more eco-gift ideas along with discounts in the modish gift guide!)

{Handmade organic fair-trade cotton shopping bags- big red bow at Keep Calm Gallery :: bag and tees at Be Green Shop Green}

{Handmade postcards made with vintage wallpapers and fabrics, by Present & Correct}

{bomber jacket and smooth jazz dress made from reclaimed thrift store clothing and dead stock fabric, by Ruffeo Hearts Lil' Snotty}

{cute wallets/coin purses made from salvaged vinyl banners, by bird vs. bird}

{keychains and jewelry made entirely from discarded and recycled elements, by Mollie Dash at Modishoppe}

{notecard sets made from vintage atlas world maps, tied with a vintage button, by Bombus}

{cozy wristwarmers made from re-claimed sweaters and embellished, by coo-koo-ri-ko}

{wonderful stuffed creatures made entirely from thrifted and recycled fabrics, by Lizette Greco}

{one of a kind ceramic planters with succulent gardens, by Greenware Design}

{retro camera robot sculptures by Cat Bishop}

{Ooh-la-la-lavender sachets made from vintage hankies, by BananaSaurus Rex}

Handmade Gift Guide: For the mens

Oh, the oft forgotten boys...I know I promised to write about guy's stuff on here more often, but I just don't come across it as much, I ignore it, I forget about it, I get distracted by pretty sparkly things easily, I'm sorry.  I truly am.  But I'm making up for it now with a gift guide dedicated just to the hubbies, boyfriends, dads, uncles and good friends in our lives who deserve a special little handmade something this season too!
**edited to add: Renee over at the guest blog has some more great finds for guys, here!

{one-of-a-kind vintage ties hand-screened with bright graphics by Tymbal}

{gorgeous handmade glass cufflinks by Starving Artist Bazaar}

{chic and eco-friendly wallets by db clay}

{keep calm and carry on hand-screened tees by Keep Calm and Carry On}

{one-of-a-kind hand painted steel belt buckles by Fosterweld, at night-lab}

{cozy and cool cycling caps by Built in Pittsburgh}

{hand-printed reed tee and wave scarf by Flux Productions}

{sage messenger bag by Moop}

{one-of-a-kind appliqued vintage ties by Sugar Lust}

{handmade felt fotopouch and eyepouch by working class heroes}

{lapiz and resin circular cufflinks by Nina Dinoff}

{Limited edition 3 penguins in a boat woodblock printed tee by Tugboat Printshop}

{when bad things happen to good people coasters by Mixed Species}

Handmade Gift Guide: Gifts under $25!

The following goodies are all handmade, all fun and colorful and all $25 and under- see, you can't go wrong shopping indie this season!  For more great gift ideas under $25 check out the modish gift guide and the gift ideas at modishoppe!

{peapod pocket by Peapod Treasures at My Bonnie and Clyde :: $15}

{vintage pillow covers by Absoluut :: $25}

{wool neckies by Marinade at Modishoppe :: $25 <- my friend makes these!)

{belt buckles made from vintage book covers by Maxine Dear :: $23}

{my precious sling pouches by Maki Squarepatch :: $20}

{mixtape and record screen printed flat notes by heatherjeany :: $12-14}

{forest fawn stud earrings by Figs & Ginger :: $20}

{organic lavender sachets by Inleaf, at Elsewares :: $16}

{grumpy raincloud brooches by Little Odd Forest :: $18}

{relax packs by Bon Bon Soap Company at the Indie Fixx Shop :: $14}

{sweetest thing post earrings by Manic Trout :: $15}

{merry mushroom purses by Kookii:Kooky :: $22}

Handmade Gift Guide: I felt that...

Felt is a can't-go-wrong-with material as it always ends up being cuddly and cute and tends to put a smile on anyone's face!  If you know someone that needs a snuggly little pick me up this holiday season or something to keep them warm in the winter chill, then consider some felty goodness- it makes for a wonderful gift!  Just take a look!

{an impossible to resist a-doe-able deer and Sonny the golden squirrel by Girl Savage}

{whimsical yet practical felt pouches by Jennifer Gibbs, at Zanisa}

{really contemporary and unique felt and silver jewelry by Colleen Baran}

{beautiful felted scarves by Alyson Fox, at the Reform School}

{adorable hand embroidered felt i-pod cases by Charcoal Designs}

{an oh so cute wee woody sprigs brooch by Keri Rounding, at Copacetique}

{cute little bloom hairpins by ginger & lime}

{classic styles with a modern twist, cute felt hats by RetroRepro Handmade}

{incredible and beautiful rose scarves in lots of wonderful colors, by Harlequin Feltworks}

Handmade Gift Guide: Gifts for workaholics

Is there a workaholic in your life?  Whether you're admitting your own workaholic tendencies or trying to help a workaholic friend, modish is here to support you through it; we have gift ideas that will make a workaholic's day, handmade gifts for the desk obsessed, the task inclined, the all-day chair planted.  Gifts that will make that poor humpback posture straighten up and near-sighted eyes be able to see more than the distance of their computer screen away.  Gifts that will help organize and inspire and add a little whimsy to their everyday.  Hi, I'm Jena, and I'm a workaholic.  I'm here to help. 

{Handy dandy pin + pockets by Sally Shim, at the Reform School}

{Some mini mushroom paper clips and a deco tape and ribbon holder by The Cupcake Girls}

{A Deer in Forest woodburned corkboard and Owl Cute Owl woodburned pencil case by Cabin + Cub}

{An octopus to-do list and polka dot letter pad by Boy Girl Party}

{Vintage fabric push pins by Bethany's Designs}

{A Little Otsu Weekly Planner, printed on recycled paper with soy based inks}

{the cutest stamp sets by the small object}

{A vintage bakelite business card holder and handmade wooden pen}

{Dessert inspired erasers by Edesse Designs}

{And for the super organized, mini file folders for 3x5 size goodies, by Donovan's}

Wrapping it up...

Oh so nice handmade gift wrap to give your presents more, er, presentation! 

Made from 100% recycled paper, these gift wraps from Blossom Creations are stylish and earth-friendly- you just can't go wrong!

Tie a red ribbon 'round the old Spruce tree...

I've found more ornaments that Mr. Tree would be lucky to have adorn him:

Handmade by Megan Auman from sheets of pressed steel, these ornaments would not only pretty up your Christmas tree this year, they'd also be perfect for wine charms or just to decorate your home somewhere.  Regardless, they'll surely be keepsakes for years to come.  Find more colors and nature inspired designs at Megan Auman Home!

Handmade Gift Guide: a girl can NEVER have too much jewelry

I used to be the type of girl who never really wore jewelry, until I started making it myself; I had to, of course, show off my own creations, but then I started to not leave the house without some jewelry on- earrings at the least, or some bangle bracelets or an eye-catching necklace.  Now I'm at the point of addiction and don't feel quite right without some pretty little thing adorning me, basically at all times.  For all the other women out there who feel the same, or just like some pretty jewelry to dress up every once in awhile, it's a gift you just can't go wrong with.  So, here's some of the most unique and luxurious jewelry I could find to make any lady feel all the more special. 

{An incredible anemone leaf cluster necklace and anemone earrings by Abigail Percy}

{A gorgeous, one of a kind, amethyst stalactite necklace by Natural Historie}

{A funky and awesome felt and crochet necklace by kjoo}

{Beautifully revamped vintage space age betty earrings and you are my nectar necklace by Pequitobun}

{The fused glass Saturn ring by Amy Burhoe and crocheted Virginia ring by Recycled Rings, at Cut + Paste}

{Eco friendly crysanthemum earrings and honey locust necklace by Prismera Design, at Modishoppe}

{The simple but oh so sweet Devendra necklace and palm leaf earrings by Erica Weiner}

{Fun and funky, one of a kind, after school special earrings by Mood Swing}

{The centipede bracelet by Sweet Thunder and the swim, swam, swum bracelet by Nek, both made from vintage pieces)

{Classic vintage intial necklaces by day-lab}