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15 websites (including Etsy shops) that I can personally recommend for buying holiday gifts

I'm sure I'm missing some, but these are ones that I have found success with (either for myself or others). They are in no particular order. 

I was inspired to do this by We Ain’t Buying It, which is calling on people to stop shopping at Target, Home Depot, and Amazon between Thanksgiving Day and Cyber Monday. You can read more about this boycott on their website (linked above) or in The Hill's article "‘We Ain’t Buying It’: These retailers are being targeted by holiday shopping boycott" by Alix Martichoux.

  1. Libro.fm: Libro.fm makes it possible for you to buy audiobooks through your local bookstore. Choose the bookstore you’d like to support, and they will get a portion of every purchase you make.
  2. Svaha: A one-stop shop for all nerdy, niche apparel and accessories! Explore literature, gaming, art, tech, science, space, and more -- and enjoy 100% cotton comfort with the most spacious pockets you'll ever wear.
  3. Paola's Pixels: Dungeons and Dragons inspired enamel pins, patches, shirts, button ups, skirts and much more.
  4. Peripheral US: Shop handmade clay jewelry, stickers, and other accessories.
  5. ManfishInc (Etsy shop): I especially like the artist's cryptid work. Also, if you want to see it, this is the official ManfishInc website.
  6. PrettyFamiliarsArt (Etsy shop): Illustration and Fine Art Offerings with a Witchy Twist.
  7. ElleseeWomen (Etsy shop): A woman-owned small business focusing on polymer clay earrings (though the shop has a few other options as well). A portion of every order is donated to a local women’s shelter.
  8. justPrintiful (Etsy shop): Unique and Playful 3D printed creations (what I've bought from them are awesome plant pots).
  9. Out of Print: Out of Print's mission is to enable literary fans to share their love for books and for the reading lifestyle through high-quality products thoughtfully designed with artists, authors and publishers.
  10. Cameo: Browse thousands of celebrities and request a personalized video message for any occasion.
  11. Squishable: Do you need a snuggle? A cuddle? A snurfle? We know that feeling! Go ahead squeeze a Squishable! The world will be a better place.
  12. The Legging Lass (note, the website is password protected: BABYYODA): Custom Print Pop Culture Apparel for people of all genders, sizes, ages, and body types.
  13. Succulents Box: Succulents Box is the ultimate destination for succulent lovers with over 300 succulent varieties, 250 houseplants, 5 monthly subscription options, and various gardening accessories.
  14. McElroy Merch: The McElroys host a lot of podcasts. Far too many, honestly. MBMBaM, The Adventure Zone, Sawbones, Shmanners, Wonderful, Still Buffering, The Besties, The Empty Bowl, and more! Why do they keep starting new podcasts? Nobody knows. Anyway, enjoy these t-shirts and stuff!
  15. Little Rooms: Woman-led & Family-owned — Unique and Unconventional Jewelry Sold Exclusively Online.

(Prompt by me)

We Ain’t Buying It


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