Whether you’re shopping for your mom, a friend, that coworker two cubicles down who is always covered in cat hair or your bestie who’s expecting, we have the perfect Mother’s Day gifts from makers right here in the DFW area. Shop local, shop small and support your community. It’s a win all around, if you ask us. Here are a few of our favorite finds for all the moms in your life.
Handmade Father's Day Gift Guide with Heidy
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 18th. Do you have your present yet? We’ve shopped through the best of local Dallas Etsy artists to find unique, handcrafted gifts for Dad and gathered our favorite fifteen here.
From left: Kat French Designs, Tokodots
But first, the card. Designer, Kat French on her inspiration:
“I made this card thinking of my own dad and my husband who labor all week long then give it their all on the weekends taking care of the house, cars, yards and do it all without complaining.”
And Tokodots’ card is, of course, perfect for anytime you want to thank Dad.
The Top 15 Handmade Father’s Day Gifts
Clockwise from left: Jenny N Design, Mesa Blue, Wingbean Woodworks
1. The Professional Backpack from Jenny N Design, $253
2. Leather Wrap Bracelet from Mesa Blue, $25
3. Drink Local Bottle Opener from Wingbean Woodworks, $35
Clockwise from top left: Piece of Shards, Expressions Bracelets, Rhapsody Letterpress, A Cheery Blossom
4. Docking Station and Organizer from Piece of Shards, $59.95
5. Best Dad Ever Keychain from Expressions Bracelets, $15.95
6. Fahrenheit 451 Literary Quote from Rhapsody Letterpress, $20.00
7. Personalized Leather Notebook from a Cheery Blossom, starting at $30.00
Clockwise from top left: mini-Fab, The Pig and the Peacock, Sasha’s Hand-Poured, Big T Woodworks
8. The Trio Multi-tool Pocket Beard Comb from mini-Fab, $34.99
9. Tobacco and Leather Scent Soy Wax Candlefrom The Pig and the Peacock, $10.00
10. Beard Balm from Sasha’s Hand-Poured, $18.00
11. Paduak and Zebrawood Beard Comb from Big T Woodworks, $28.00
Clockwise from top left: Joy Street Maps, Wandering Paper Co., Vinyl Revamped, Mush Tushy
12. Hand Drawn Map of Dallas Print from Joy Street Maps, starting at $25.00
13. Dallas Skyline Linocut Block Print from Wandering Paper Co, $20
14. Jimmy Buffet Lyrics on Reclaimed Vinyl Record Wall Art from Vinyl Revamped, $15.95
15. Dallas Cowboys Inspired Wall Art from Mush Tushy, $55.00
Happy Father's Day to all our wonderful dads, and thank you for all you do!
Etsy Dallas 2017 Bash Mothers Day Gift Guide with Heidy
Mother’s Day Gifts Guaranteed to Make You the Favorite.
On Sunday, May 7th, the crafters and creatives of Texas are descending on Gilley’s in Dallas to sell unique handmade wares at the Etsy Dallas Spring Bash. It’s a shopping experience like no other – great music, free make & takes, multiple bars + a restaurant on site, and don’t forget the famous Bash bags – you won’t want to miss it!
While you’re there shopping for yourself, don’t forget to get a gift for mom that she’ll cherish. (Because Mother’s Day is May 14th, *hint, hint*) We’ve put together a few of our favorite gift ideas for you.
Because you’re the reason why she needs wine and bubble baths:
Whipped Up Wonderful
The Pig and the Peacock
Sasha's Hand Poured
Luna Tigre
My Dearest Danae
For the Nature loving mom
Glass House Collection
Heidi Miller Lowell
Sweet Tees Shop
Valerie Morgan Designs
Whispers in the Glen
For brand-spankin' new moms:
Bebe Mine Boutique
Precious Little Tot
For the mom who loves lounging and breakfast in bed:
Alexandria Dayne
Scribbles Lettering
Sweet Marcel
For the mom who loves travel:
Alohomora Design
Wanderlust Wares Shop
Carry It Well
For the spiritual mamma:
Expressions Bracelets
Live Bree
Woodworx
Because jewelry is always a good idea:
Sarah Briggs
Shop Daisy Made
Gabrielle's Little Secrets
Adorn Goods
Mesa Blue
Dandelion Leather Co
Earrings by Eryn
Dawn Franklin Designs
The Distillery
For the mom who likes to pretty her nest:
Joy Street Maps
Jude Landry
Shadow Box Gems
Calling all procrastinators: Spring Bash apps are due March 10
Okay, procrastinators, time is running out for Spring Bash apps. The deadline to apply for the Etsy Dallas Spring Bash is March 10, 2017. We reached out to a few of our previous vendors for feedback and here’s a little bit of what we heard …
“The Bashes are always so much fun.” - Heidy, Heidy Henke Designs
“I love our shoppers. They are always excited to see what’s new at the Bash. Many stop by, just to say hi and check in on you while they shop. Spring Bash shoppers are the best!” - SaRatta, Expressions Bracelets
“The energy, quality and variety is always a fun way to prepare for some of those spring and summer events. I can always find a perfect gift for mom, a gift for dad, and something for those June brides.” - Alexis, Whipped Up Wonderful
“It’s like a super concentrated show set on fast forward! I just love the energy!” - Lynn, Both Hands Studio
“It is so fun to get to share our art and craft with our shoppers face-to-face. I am always blown away by all the talent of all the other vendors too!” - Sabrina, The Pig and The Peacock
We are counting down the days, y'all. We hope you're as excited as we are! If you want to apply to be part of the Spring Bash this year, be sure to get your application in no later than March 10!