A little over a year ago, I posted an Etsy Love post on items on Etsy that were over $100. I decided to revisit this again today. I’ve repeating what I said a year ago here, because I still strongly believe in it today. These are my reasons for why I feel that spending $100 on an item for Etsy is more worthwhile than spending that amount from a larger store:
“One, if you spend $100 on something from Etsy, that $100 is going directly to support an artist, rather than some department store or corporation. Two, if someone on Etsy is charing $100+ for their wares and people are buying regularly for them, the chances are quite good that the items are of very good quality and will last you a long time. Three, many items in this price range are extremely unique, so you never have to worry about someone else wearing the same thing as you.”
Check out this selection of amazing handmade luxury from Etsy:
Champagne Diamond Cuff in Sterling Silver, $588
I agree heartily. Artists and craftspeople have never had it easy, so buying directly from them is a step in the right direction. Giving money to large corporations acting as middlemen should not be our default-choice.
Shybiker´s last [type] ..Doormats
Everything you posted here is wonderful. I especially love the belt; it looks like an intricately carved wooden bracelet. My favorite etsy shop is Shy Siren; not only is she a talented jewelry maker, but she is the nicest person ever. I want all her necklaces, haha.
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