How about a gift from a Tasmanian maker this Christmas??

One of my own Christmas Card designs, available in the Red Parka Shop! 

Christmas is less than a month away and I haven't even begun to think about shopping! Have you?

I love Christmas but I hate the commercial frenzy that goes along with it - it all seems so irrelevant to what Christmas is all about, whether you are spiritual or not. However, despite my disdain for commercialism and capitalism, I do love giving presents! I'll be making my own or supporting independent makers this year in my search for gifts for my family.... here's a little bit of inspiration if you too are looking for the perfect handmade gift!

All these gorgeous creations are from my fellow Tasmanian artists and crafters and not only are they all exquisitely made, they are all affordable too! Yep, not one item in this little collage of loveliness is over $50.

Will you be shopping handmade this Christmas?

From top, left to right:

1. Acorn Earrings from Otter And Wombat $10. 2. Patchwork Pendant from Under The Shade of a Bonsai Tree $40.
3. Tasmanian Tiger Zip Pouch from Stalley $23. 4. Hand Stamped Moleskin Journal by Bella Brights Design $10.95.
5. Original Painting Brooch by Elliot My Dear $16. 6. Cherry Blossom Pendant from Under The Shade of a
Bonsai Tree $40. 7. Reversible Pants Size 0 by The Happy Nest $30. 8. Chain Link Cushion by Black Eyed
Susie $29.95. 9. Supurb Wren Collage by Trees4TheWood $45. 10. Duck Brooch by Pannikin $36.
11. Linen Napkins by Red Wren Design $44. 12. Christmas Bib by Dotti's Bibs and Pieces $8.50.