Go Small Business!

i can't believe that christmas is just two months away...i don't know about you, but i'm kind of terrible with doing any sort of christmas shopping far in advance...i'm a black-friday-or-later kind of gal.  but this year, i really want to get my shopping done a little earlier, and i really want to patronize some small business and etsy shops for gifts this year!

i have loved etsy since college, and i've been slowly creating some pieces and working on some branding for my own shop that will hopefully open in the near future, if i can just find some time to get it all together!

but in the meantime, here are a few of my favorite shops, and some are run by a few of my favorite people:

arroway creative design

run by megan of arroway // features pretty watercolor prints

oh simple joys

run by rachel of oh simple thoughts // features crocheted items and other inspiring pieces

sew what scarves
run by melissa // features handmade scarves and knit items

thatch and thistle
fun paper supplies (great for gift wrap add-ons and party supplies!)

amanda fair designs
sewn goods like pouches, bow ties, and baby quilts

and if you're looking to discover some fun etsy goods, i have teamed up with my two awesome etsy shops & nine wonderful bloggers to bring you a giveaway full of goodies you'll love celebrating! 

 

happy little hummingbird           //           east west design co.

park avenue     //     lisa loves john     //     jessi's design

heavens to betsy    //     living for his glory     //     pampers & pearls

beautiful things    //     make me up mia     //     flowers in my hair

frankly my dear

here's what we are giving away:

crystal faye oh happy day coffee mug

gold print fancy tee from the sticker place etsy shop

fall bracelet stack from happy little hummingbird etsy shop

thimblepress greeting card 

watercolor scripture print from east west design co.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

what are some of your favorite etsy shops?