I saw this one another handmade artisan's facebook page and thought that it is a wonderful idea to start this campaign early! Yes, Christmas maybe 120 days away but in 4 months everyone is going to be saying "wow how is it Christmas already, yesterday felt like Summer!" Don't let this happen to you!
Now, I shouldn't have to say this but I am going to say it anyway.... BUY HANDMADE FOR ALL OF YOUR GIFTS! The person who receives a handmade gift is receiving a lifetime of memories that can be passed down from generation to generation. With a 6 year old, I know that all a kid wants for Christmas is a toy, the latest toy, from Santa Claus. Instead of buying the cheap toy that will break before the next Christmas even comes along, buy a handmade toy that can be given to their children and their children's children. A wooden truck that is built to withstand a little boy playing rough or a raggedy ann doll that a little girl will carry with her everywhere! When someone buys a baby blanket from me, I always emphasize that this blanket can worth a million dollars in memories as it is passed down through family members.
So before you go to Walmart, Target or the Mall this year to buy your Christmas gifts, look on Etsy or Handmade Artist Forum. See what wonderful handmade gifts are out there that your friends and family can love for a lifetime!
* Check out my cute Christmas Countdown on the right --->
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