Instead of going to your local branch of a large chain store and buying 3 for 2 impersonal smellies that will ultimately be donated by the recipient to the next available Tombola, search out some fantastic handmade gifts made by designer/makers & craftspeople.
Ideally you may know of some local makers. Wouldn't it be lovely to source unique works from them and support their businesses at the same time? Alternatively you can look on websites such as Folksy. I have my own BOOGE64 store with them. I know that, outside of making gifts myself, I shall be purchasing most of my Christmas goodies this way.
With the Christmas rush in mind, I've spent the last few days photographing my new lines. Here's some examples of work just listed in my Folksy store.
(click above for direct link to Folksy Page)
(click above for direct link to Folksy Page)
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Many busy days ahead for me. So many new items to list. If you'd like to keep up to date with my news, please feel free to follow me on Twitter or take a peep at my Facebook page.
Happy present hunting everyone!