Looking for unique gifts made by talented artisans? Check out the local crafts scene...
Holiday Heap was today in Charles Village, sponsored by the Charm City Craft Mafia
http://www.charmcitycraftmafia.com/holidayheap2011.html
In case you missed it, some of the same vendors will be at the Creative Alliance on Sunday Dec 4th for Merry Mart
http://www.creativealliance.org/events/eventItem2784.html
And there's Etsy all year round
http://www.etsy.com/
Many of these craftspeople upcycle used materials like clothing, vintage maps, and found objects to fashion their art. Some of my favorites from the Holiday Heap...
Almanac Industries
www.almanacindustries.com Bookbinding and letterpress studio
Biggs and Featherbelle
www.biggsandfeather.com Health conscious body care. Also available at Whole Foods.
Greenstarstudio, or *might
www.mightmight.etsy.com Handmade wonder for all ages
Holland Cox
www.hollandcox.com Handmade classic handbags and accessories
Open Eyes Press
www.openeyespress.com Eco-friendly handmade goods
Pidge Pidge
www.pidgepidge.etsy.com Handwoven scarves and pet portraits
The Littlest Bean
www.thelittlestbean.com Mixed media usables
Wooly baby
www.wooly-baby.com Handmade and eco-friendly soft slippers
