Buy Handmade? Or Ask For Handmade?

There is a big push among crafty types to buy presents handmade, either DIY or from another crafter. I think for the most part this is a great thing. It keeps money out of the hands of big business and supports someone in your community. But what about people who don’t want handmade things? They want brand names, DVDs or gift cards. I mentioned in my last post that I was unable to keep to my goal to buy handmade/or diy, and this was a big reason why. People didn’t want handmade things.

So when I was forced to let people give me gifts for my wedding, I decided to change my perspective. I didn’t want them to spend mush, so I ended up asking everyone to make us something. We got awesome stuff! It was such a good idea. A close friend learned to embroider so she could make us something beautiful. It meant a lot to both of us. Another friend made me stationary, and attached the originals so I could make copies. A very cool, very me gift.

So for next year, instead of committing to buying handmade I will commit to asking for handmade.

Keep Up the Imagination,

Melissa

Posted: December 21st, 2011 under Melissa.
Tags: Gift, Handmade