Today, I’m focusing on Etsy sellers who are able to offer expedited shipping – so you can support an artist directly and have the peace of mind that your gift will arrive in time for the holidays.

Matte Stephens

In addition to originals, Matt currently has a number of limited-edition prints for sale ($35-60 each). Below and above are “The Giant Suburban Bear Monster Visits NYC,” “Lush Life Cat with Bird,” “NYC” and “Vivienne and Simon.” (I’m thinking I might need to buy one of these as a Christmas gift to myself!)

Oneblackbird/Diana Fayt

According to her Etsy shop, the last day to purchase from Diana for Christmas delivery is Wednesday. Whether you want to splurge or offer a sweet little ceramic piece, there’s something for everyone in her shop. My personal favorites are her salt and pepper cellars ($32 for a set, in a variety of colors), 2008 calendar ($30), “Red Rooster and Rose” platter ($490), and rooster babushka ($22). The babushka can be worn as a kerchief or pinned up as a lovely wall hanging.

John W. Golden

John has a December 18 (that means, 5pm today!) cut-off for domestic orders to arrive by December 22. Right now, he’s offering a special deal where if you buy one print, you get a second absolutely free (limit of two free prints per purchase). Below are “Pug” ($18), “Keep Your Elbows Off the Table” ($20), “New York Windows No. 1″ ($10), and “Lowtops Black on Baby Blue” ($10).

littleorangekitchen

Purchase from this Green Bay seller by Thursday, December 20, and priority shipping should get your gift there on time. She makes little wallets in all sorts of cute patterns – like the Mod Dandelions ($13) and Snow & Graham design ($17) pictured here.

supercozy

While I’d love to pick up one of everything in Emilyn’s Etsy shop, I am an especially big fan of her “Girard” tea towels ($12 each). The multi-stripe background means it fits in no matter what color your gift recipient’s kitchen is. And who couldn’t use a cute tote – like the “Madrid” or “S-Curve” ($14) – for weekly trips to the farmers’ market? For a gift that’s a bit more of a splurge, be sure to check out the “Lilac” noren – fabric panels that are often found in Japanese homes in the doorway.

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