Previously, I’ve showcased an assortment of items from my Etsy wishlist. You can see those here and here! There’s really no rhyme or reason to the things I choose to show you, or really the things I add to my own wishlist.
Oh, and there’s always something a little bizarre. Like broccoli sheep or a toilet mouse.
If possible, support small creators this holiday season, who are probably feeling the financial effects of the pandemic more than corporations.
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Animal Crossing Perler Beads DIY Kit ($25+)
Have crafty video gamer in your life? Or maybe you are that crafty gamer! I think these 3D figures are adorable and it seems like a good way to spend a couple hours. For me, it’s a toss up between Celeste or Daisy Mae, though why doesn’t Blathers get any love?
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Brown Sugar Rum Soy Candle ($16.50+)
I am a self-admitted candle slut. Love candles. Burn them all the time. I’m pretty picky about scents, especially when it comes to food, but I can always trust a baked good type scent. Not a huge fan of spiced/cinnamon scents (just in case you were wondering). Brown Sugar Rum is a perfect option for the holiday season.
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Gothic Romance Novel Poster ($7.99+)
Found this one because Rachel Hawkins tweeted about her own purchase. I’m am certainly of the opinion that more romance novel covers should be made into prints. There are other vintage covers and posters you can grab for prints, and most come in three sizes.
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Gold Tarot Card Pendant Necklace ($25.12)
This is technically 18ct. gold-plated metal, but I love how dainty and detailed these tarot card pendants are. There are five designs to choose from, and I’m torn between all of them. The whole shop is super cute and offers a lot in terms of personalized items.
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Stardew Valley A to Z Cross Stitch Pattern ($4.19)
This is a digital download to the pattern above and I’ve had a lot of luck buying digital cross stitch patterns from Etsy. Seriously, there are so many great pattern makers on Etsy. If you’re the kind of person who loves giving handmade gifts, a cross stitch is a wonderful idea. I’ve given several as gifts and Sarah even made me a cross stitch! This might be a little big to get done before the holidays, but maybe for another celebratory holiday.
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Mother of Pearl Crescent Moon Stud Earrings ($41.00)
How gorgeous are these?! The moons are made with mother of pearl and the wire material is customizable in silver, gold, and rose gold shades. I think they’re a good size, too! Not too small! If you like the style, but not the choice of gemstone, the shop has the same earring shape made with different materials like black agate and crystal quartz.
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Now for what we’re all waiting for! Maybe? I don’t think this item is too weird, but it’s definitely something that’s saved for if/when I come into an obscene amount of money.
Do I need an item that is nearly a thousand dollars after shipping? Certainly not, but LOOK AT IT. GAZE UPON IT. There are photos of a model holding it like a little baby and it’s pretty sizable. These are made to order and could take a year and a half to fully finish. If only they had a layaway plan.
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Thanks for peeking at my wishlist! Hope you find something unique for those on your shopping list this year!
OH NO MY WALLET
Seriously though, I’ve been wearing more earrings lately, and this is all right up my alley.
My oldest child made that Stardew Valley cross-stitch over the summer in lockdown! It looks gorgeous, but is definitely not a pattern for a beginner or someone in a hurry. It took several months of working 2-4 hours a day, plus a huge variety of floss colors. They have a huge stash of floss, but had to buy many more colors to finish it.
It really is adorable, though, and the pattern was well laid out and easy to read.
@Amanda — Etsy just announced that they now have a time payments plan…
@EC Spurlock: THIS IS DANGEROUS NEWS.
I start a thread on another board in which readers post unique gifts. Here is the link ~
https://forums.welltrainedmind.com/topic/704370-2020-edition-~-have-you-encountered-a-unique-gift-post-it-here/