December is almost here, and that means limited shopping days before the holidays. We all want to put money back into our local economies, and with so many fantastic craft fairs happening across the globe, there are more opportunities than ever to shop local. Find some of your favorite Etsy sellers at these events and be sure to follow up with them online afterward.
One of a Kind Show Chicago: December 1-4, 2011
From December 1-4 you’ll find Etsy at the One of a Kind Show Chicago. Make sure to stop by our crafting area and take a walk through our handmade wonderland.
Finders Keepers Market
The Finders Keepers Market, Sydney, Australia: December 2-3, 2011
Etsy will have a meet-and-greet booth at The Finders Keepers Market in Sydney. These biannual events showcase the work of emerging designers and artists from Australia and New Zealand. The markets have a festival feel with live music, cafes and bars, plus thousands of people celebrating independent art and design.
Are you an Etsy seller from Sydney? Please get in touch with Kirsteene, Etsy’s Australian community manager, for more information on how you can get involved. Keep up to date on all events and opportunities for the Aussie community by signing up for the Australian newsletter. Fan our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter for daily tips and news.
Bazaar Bizarre San Francisco
Bazaar Bizarre SF, San Francisco, California: December 3-4, 2011
Out on the West Coast, you can find the SF Etsy team and local I Heart Art program repping Etsy at Bazaar Bizarre SF. They’ll be on hand to answer questions about their local programming, events and Etsy!
Come visit the Etsy Friends’ booth on December 3 and 4 at the Make: Tokyo 07 event! Etsy sellers in the Tokyo area will get together to showcase their handmade goodies. The event will be held at the Tokyo Institute of Technology with two days of workshops and impromptu crafting. Come celebrate with us!
Are you an Etsy seller from Japan? Please get in touch with Elena, Etsy’s Japanese community manager, for more information on how you can get involved. Follow us on Twitter for more tips and news.
Check our events calendar for other events in your area.
49 comments
Sign in to add your ownAvianInspirations says:
Looking forward to our own Winter Crafts and Gifts fair here in Logan!
175 days ago
SweetandDandyVintage says:
These look like a blast! Thanks for sharing. :-)
175 days ago
ArtDecoDame says:
Thank you for sharing!
175 days ago
FluffyFlowers says:
i didn't know about the events calendar. groovy!
175 days ago
FranceGallery says:
What interesting shows to attend!
175 days ago
TwinkleStarCrafts says:
Great info love the holidays
175 days ago
TwinkleStarCrafts says:
The Kewpie Doll Snow globe is so cute!
175 days ago
WhisperingOak says:
Great information on craft fair where Etsyans participate. We have a few local craft fairs around the area this coming weekend and I plan to attend
175 days ago
myvintagecrush says:
Sounds fun!
175 days ago
Iammie says:
Wow! Wanna go to Japan!
175 days ago
FreakyPeas says:
lots of craft fairs in my area too!
175 days ago
RossLab says:
Good to know! Thanks for sharing.
175 days ago
leslieholz says:
Definitely plan on taking advantage of local talent this year - thanks for the reminder!
175 days ago
AlisaDesign says:
Beautiful cookies!!! :)
175 days ago
NicoAndMooMoo says:
Etsy is such a wonderful community! FUN Etsy shopping ahead! :D
175 days ago
MyElegantThings says:
gotta love ETSY and the great buyers and sellers too!
175 days ago
BeadSoupJewelry says:
I love going to these kind of shows! And etsy is just like it!
175 days ago
SimpleJoysPaperie says:
Shopping local also cuts down on shipping time if ordered online! :)
175 days ago
BirdEnergy says:
Thanks for the info
175 days ago
caseysharpe says:
Unique LA will also be going on in LA on Dec 3 & 4th!
175 days ago
ShibaNgDesigns says:
See you tomorrow at One of a Kind Chicago! It's such a great event.
175 days ago
bedouin says:
pretty cool ~*~
175 days ago
KettleConfections says:
It's so inspiring to see everyone with unique goods at these craft fairs. We can't make it to the one out in Chicago, but we'll be Christmas shopping at this year's Bust Holiday Craftacular in New York City on December 10. http://www.bust.com/craftacular/bust-holiday-craftacular-2009-ny.html
175 days ago
aBreathofFrenchair says:
Sounds like a good time!
175 days ago
UnionStudioMetals says:
Awesome! Wish I could jump on a plane to go shop!
175 days ago
peshka says:
I wish I could be there ... Enjoy!
175 days ago
NailKandy says:
Anything happening up here in Canada?
175 days ago
reflectionsjewelry says:
Wish I could see this fabulous show....or be in it!
175 days ago
LiddoKiddo says:
OMG!! OMG!! IM SO GOING to Frisco Dec 3 & 4th so exciting!!! yyyaaayyy!!!
175 days ago
sonyarasi says:
Shows are exciting this time of year!
175 days ago
emwi says:
Ah I wish I could go to the one in Tokyo! For anyone in the southeast United States, there's the the Athens Indie Craftstravaganza December 3rd in Athens, GA. Here's the website for more info: athensindiecraftstravaganzaa.com
175 days ago
accentonvintage says:
Great shows!
175 days ago
RivalryTime says:
Looks like fun.
175 days ago
sewlola says:
The link for the events calendar is not working. I will be a vendor at the following craft show. How can I add the event to your calendar? Holiday Indie Craft & Gift Show When: December 3, 2011 Time: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Where: War Memorial Auditorium 800 NE 8th Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304 For more info: www.artsunnysideup.org
175 days ago
Alfonzi says:
Thanks for the tip about the events calendar. you can find it here http://www.etsy.com/community/events Have fun at all your crafty events!
175 days ago
NicoleKatherine says:
Love supporting local craft fairs... picked up some fabulous honey at one in Missoula Montana last weekend :)
175 days ago
necocoa says:
Yay! I'll join the Tokyo event. I wish I can go events on other local area someday!
175 days ago
HomeStudio says:
Great information!
175 days ago
yuyutuo says:
So cute! I love it.
175 days ago
sallysbrushofart says:
Thanks for sharing.... Go check out www.sallysbrushofart.etsy.com... Where Imagination & Creativity go wild!
175 days ago
nukilan says:
We've got one coming up in Malaysia called Arts For Grabs on 10 & 11 December at The Annexe Gallery, Central Market, Kuala Lumpur http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=317675268260699 And another on 17 December at Crafty Art Market @ Markets At Jaya One, Petaling Jaya featuring Team Etsy Malaysia members :)
175 days ago
TastefulThings says:
a great post, I love the cookies! Happy Holidays!
174 days ago
wisehands says:
wish we had one like that near LA - would love to support local artisans!
174 days ago
tjalaine says:
I couldn't agree more! I am really hoping to stop by the One of a Kind Chicago show, but I'm defending my masters this week and have a lot of end of the semester stuff to finish up, so I'm not sure if I will have time. Fingers crossed, though! I'd really love to attend!
173 days ago
happygohandmade says:
how inspiring! really great post
173 days ago
VictoriaWest says:
The snowglobe cookies are just too cute! Amazing!
173 days ago
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172 days ago
andi3kosa says:
great shows... thank you
172 days ago
jlau888 says:
For those in the Boston area, check out AARW's Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, December 10, 2011 10am - 3:30pm Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center, 38 Ash St, 5th floor, Boston 02111 Featuring a wide range of handmade and homemade goods by local Asian American groups and artists. Goods include jewelry, crafts, artwork, edible goods, and more.
166 days ago