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If you haven’t discovered Quench Metal Works, you really should go take a peak. She’s taken a decidedly modern approach to vintage materials and I’m swooning. A big thanks to Waterrose –she tweeted this necklace a few days ago and I’m  completely hooked!

It’s not your ordinary Valentine!

Recently, I was asked to recommend a few etsy artists for wall art. The inquirer was looking for art for her office, but I thought this would be the perfect theme for the last Holiday Gift Guide. There is no better gift, than the gift of art—in fact, that was ALL I got last year for Christmas. Best Christmas Ever. Seriously, my husband asked me what I wanted and I said, “ART”.  He delivered.

And so did the etsy artists who created all my gifts. Amazing. So, I thought I would share with you my favorites–with an eye toward things that hang on your walls. I hope you’ll find something wonderful to give, maybe a few to keep, and of course a few to dream about for the future.

The Best of Etsy Holiday Gift Guides — Week Five — Let’s All Hang Together

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Hive by Michele Maule. I can’t say enough about Michele. Her work is really wonderful. I linked a print I adore, but she has lots of whimsical pieces that would be perfect for any wall (including an office!)

Wall Pillows from Stepanka. Go browse Stepanka and fall in love. I couldn’t choose which Wall Pillow to link, so I’ll recommend them all. And honestly, the more you have the happier your wall.

Sailing the Seven Seas as Pretty as You Please by Lisa Kaser.  Lisa’s work has such a playful quality to it. The colors don’t translate on the computer– so be prepared to be absolutely WOWed by the real thing.

Original Gyotaku by Orchid Street Studio. This is an interesting and ancient art form — make sure you read about the process!

Jeunes Filles aux Lèvres Rose by Maryann Wakeley. Not for the faint-of-heart in the price department. But the color, oh the color! It’s a statement piece.

Waves by Moonflowers. Rachel Ballard is a generous person, a terrific instructor, and an amazing photographer. Grab a print or two (before she’s also FAMOUS).

Will You Please Put Down that Us Magazine and Listen to Me by Mincing Mockingbird. Part of Mincing Mockingbird’s appeal is the wit. And the other part is the absolute brilliance of these bird paintings.

The Willow by Lucy Snowe Photography. A new photographer to Etsy with an ethereal vibe.

S A F E by Christina Romeo. Christina is a mixed media artist—so make sure you poke around in her store a bit. You’ll find amazing paintings and ceramics as well as colorful textile pieces like this.

You Reap What You Sew by Mary’s Grandaughter.  For a little bit of textile art with depth. The multi-dimensionality makes these pieces so interesting.

Chipmunk Family Go To Picnic by Coqumaho. I adore these tiny little painting. So wonderfully rendered, you’ll want to collect them.

Whisper by Kat Hannah. Finally, but not in the least, Kat Hannah. I’m going to warn you now, her work is addictive. The colors are amazing. I wish her photographs captured her work better. TRUST ME, you will not be disappointed. Here’s a link to a piece I own… see what I mean?

Well, I hope you’ve enjoyed the Gift Guides this year. Happiest of Holidays to you! I’ll be back in January with  regular installments of The Best of Etsy and more fabulous finds. You know, there’s still time to order online and handmade really does say, “I LOVE YOU.” Take care friends, and happy shopping.

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This week’s The Best of Etsy Holiday Gift Guides is brought to you by Gingerbread Houses, Royal Icing, and Hansel and Gretel. Full of dreamy, fairy-tale inspired finds I know you’re just going to love!

The Best of Etsy — Holiday Gift Guides — Week Four — Winter Fairy Tale

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Tuck a tiny treasure into this Gingerbread Box by The Box Shop and create some holiday Magic!

Vintage Peppermint Slings are the perfect holiday accessory. Right? And you’ll look just like a fairy princess wearing them.

Fabulous stocking stuffers in all those amazingly sweet holiday scents. Sugar Baby Body Polish Bar by Bath Life

Perfect for decorating a Gingerbread House of your own. Milk Chocolate Christmas Non-Pareils

Keep your sweetie’s hands toasty while you create some Winter Wonder in the snow. Cinnamon Berry Mittens

For all you creative types—this Ric Rack Fabric by Flower Press is gorgeous. Whatcha going to do with it?

I don’t think I need to explain this. Or who it’s for. But I’m pretty sure Hans put this on the list. Lily Garter Belt

A fairy-tale isn’t complete without lovable creature or two. Whitey Radetsky Stuffie by Ninon

Another magical offering from Flying Rhymes. (Did I mention she has FANTASTIC shipping?)  Handpainted Daydream Pillow

This White Handknit Lace Scarf by Awkward has that ethereal touch (and psst… it’s on SALE!!)

More of a collector’s piece for someone with a house addiction, this Clay Gnome House is as charming as it is colorful. But check-out the rest of the store for more affordable and enchanted pieces.

And finally, wrap up your gifts with these sweet Swedish Design Wooden Gift Tags. Because a sweet-singing bird is always a good tip off that something amazing is on its way.

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Winter Holiday Votives

My apologies to those of you who came looking for last week’s The  Best of Etsy Gift Guides. I’ve been sidelined with a terrible cold and am just now getting back into the swing of things. I do hope you and yours had a lovely holiday weekend. The Gift Guides will start again this Wednesday, 2 December—stuffed full of amazing gift finds. Please join me and tell a friend!