There's an art to gift giving.
OK, maybe it's not an art. There are, however, different types of gifters, each with their own strength. This year, I'm looking for thoughtful and meaningful gifts. I don't want to have to get gift receipts and deal with people contacting me about returns.
Thus, I turn to Etsy. It requires getting shopping done earlier, which is easy for someone who starts shopping in September like myself. The early planning pays off in a big way as you get the people you love the perfect gift. Something personalized or unique is better than another generic gift they'll smile through opening and never use.
It also helps support small business owners, which is so important this year. Small businesses have struggled in 2020, whether they operate in physical locations or online. Etsy has made it possible for some of these businesses to bounce back a bit during the holiday. You can do your part by checking out these wonderful Etsy shops when getting your holiday shopping done this Small Business Saturday.
Left Coast Original
Left Coast Original offers original design handmade leather, canvas, and bamboo pieces made in the USA. From cutting boards to wallets and even pet collars, they offer a wonderful selection of items that can be customized to be a great gift for your loved one. We love the gamer-inspired coasters and the awesome charcuterie planks!
Shop Now: Gamer Inspired Coasters (LeftCoastOriginal/Etsy, $18+)
Shop Now: Personalized Charcuterie Planks and Beer Flights (LeftCoastOriginal/Etsy, $63.95+)
Langley Metal Works
If you know someone who is serious about their home decor, one of these beautiful, metal signs could be a wonderful addition to their collection. The family signs are beautiful ways to honor a home that means a lot to everyone. They even make signs for ranches, businesses, and more.
Shop Now: Tree of Life Family Name Sign (LangleyMetalWorks/Etsy, $60.16)
Copper and Brass Paper
If you're looking for Afrocentric paper goods and gifts, look no further than Copper and Brass Paper. They create beautiful products that center Blackness. We love their awesome collection of notebooks.
Shop Now: Black Astronauts Notebook (CopperAndBrassPaper/Etsy, $16)
Shop Now: Brown Skin Girl Mini Notebook (CopperAndBrassPaper/Etsy, $6)
Bloom Owl
Bloom Owl specializes in wooden name puzzles and other wooden holiday gifts for kids. The puzzles are a fun gift for little ones, and they come in color schemes that can match any bedroom or nursery. We also love their wooden piggy banks, which are perfect for teaching little ones about saving!
Centime Gift
Centime Gift offers personalized handwriting jewelry. These pieces make for some of the most gorgeous, sentimental gifts. The variety of designs makes it possible to find something for everyone on your list.
Shop Now: Heart Handwriting Necklace (CentimeGift/Etsy, $49.60+)
JBW
Face masks are ubiquitous, but make them fashion. JBW makes beautiful custom face mask lanyards, which are excellent for anyone who has to wear them in a work or school setting.
Aromaology
Aromaology offers homemade bath, body, and home fragrance products. We love their beautifully crafted gift baskets. The all-natural products are beautifully packaged and raved about by all their customers.
Shop Now: Lavender Vanilla Gift Set (Aromaology/Etsy, $65)
Shop Now: Bamboo Green Tea Scented Gift Basket (Aromaology/Etsy, $85)
Chevron Cottage
Chevron Cottage offers a lot of beautiful, custom gifts for kids. These sequined pillows are some of our favorites. The sequined pillow craze had a lot to offer adults. Now there's something fun for the younger set that you can match to any bedroom or playroom decor.
Happy Gifted Moments
Happy Gifted Moments is focused on beautiful 3D art. Their custom 3D photo lamps take your favorite picture and turn it into a lit-up work of art that anyone on your list is sure to adore.
Shop Now: Custom 3D Photo Lamps (HappyGiftedMoments/Etsy, $34.15)
Muddy Sol Pottery
Muddy Sol Pottery offers beautiful, distinctive handmade pottery. There's tableware, percussion instruments, mugs, and more. Their wine cups and mugs make for a wonderful one-of-a-kind gift.
Shop Now: Deep Ocean Blue Crystalline Mug (MuddySolPottery/Etsy, $48)
Big Stuffed
You might think stuffed animals are everywhere, but they aren't all like Big Stuffed's selection. This business focuses on albino sea creatures. The droopy-eyed animals are positively sweet and a great find for a kid fascinated by aquatic life.
Shop Now: Mini Albino Whale (BigStuffed/Etsy, $59.14)
Shop Now: Mini Albino Octopus (BigStuffed/Etsy, $71.45)
Psst: If you choose to purchase an item on this list, LittleThings may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.
