ITOP REASONS TO BUY HANDMADE

-You're supporting local artists. You are helping someone survive on their talent & unique skills, pushing them one step closer to their dream.

-You're helping establish a new economic model.

-With the exception of postage cost you're contributing to the decrease in fossil fuel erosion (purchasing mass produced products generally come overseas- barging costs, sweatshops, fair labor, etc).

-Purchase from people who ENJOY doing what they do and love their art.

-Support local community.

-Handmade products are one of a kind and made with love. Guarantee no one will be giving the same gift as you.

-Buy handmade and you support a true artist. You can be sure that human rights are respected in the making of your gift.

-Handmade gifts are for many reasons often more ecological than mass produced: Indie artists are superb recyclers (and we mustn't forget upcycling, upcycled gifts) .

-Handmade products last over time.