Holiday Shopping? Never too Early at Etsy!

NOTE: most of the links in this post are Affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission should you decide to make a purchase. Thank you!

I have made a vow to myself to shop EARLY for the holidays. No more waiting til the last minute to try and purchase meaningful gifts for my friends and family.

The best place to find “gifts from the heart,” in my humble opinion, is Etsy. There, you can find all manner of unique, handmade gifts that can even be personalized! This is why you can’t wait. Personalization takes time. You don’t want to rush an artist (trust me!). But the wait is SO worth it!

I’ve gathered together some links to great Holiday Gifts for you… you’re welcome!

The Christmas Shop (Editor’s Picks):

From personalized ornaments to family pajamas, The Christmas Shop (a featured Etsy section) is a great place to start!

My Favorites

Alleluia Rocks: Of course I have to send you to my OWN shop on Etsy! My hand-painted rocks and hand-stamped metal items can be personalized with a name or short phrase. In particular, check out:

• Christmas Ornaments

• Garden Ornaments

• Painted Rocks

• Stamped Metal Items (including the popular pocket coins!)

Southern BumbleBEAD Designs: This little adorable shop is another of my favorites, but I am partial. Because it’s also mine! I recently decided to open a second Etsy shop to feature some of my beaded items, such as:

• Beaded Pens

• Letter Openers

• Christmas Ornaments

• Fairy Garden Stakes

Find everything you need for the holidays on Etsy!

Alleluia Rocks Featured in "Top 30 Rock Painting Blogs"!!

I’m excited to share that my modest blog has been featured as one of the “30 Best Rock Painting Blogs”!!

Thanks for all your support throughout the past 6 years! I started my rock painting journey in 2017 and have grown since then. While I do have a full-time job, I could easily retire and paint rocks full time! Not a bad retirement plan…

See the “bee happy” rock in my shop!

NEW! Step-by-Step Rock Painting Tutorial!

Want a quick and easy way to join in on the Rock Painting movement? Paint your own "Stack of Birds" rock with this step-by-step rock painting tutorial!

(Click on any photo to go to my ETSY shop to get your tutorial).

This is the rock you will paint with this SUPER EASY, STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL!

This is a great project for kids or for YOU! Start a new hobby with rock painting. WARNING: May cause a lifetime addiction to rock painting!

HAVE FUN PAINTING ROCKS!

NEW!! Deluxe Rock Painting Starter Kit PLUS Rock Painting Masterclass Bundle!

Calling all would-be ROCK PAINTERS! At last, here is everything you need to get started on the Rock Painting journey. Join thousands of others who have gotten hooked on this fantastic craft! My new Deluxe Rock Painting Starter Kit is loaded with supplies AND instant access to my popular Rock Painting Masterclass! You won't find a combination like this anywhere!

With this Kit (valued at over $140), you will receive:

1) A link and password to my digital Rock Painting Masterclass (an online class with videos, tutorials, templates, and freebies! See details below.)

2) ALL the supplies you need to complete 4 of the projects in the masterclass:

• 13 smooth beach rocks

• full-size paint bottles (five 2 oz. bottles)

• 3 small paint pots

• Premium set of 10 paint brushes

• Paint tray

• 2 professional dotting tools (ball stylus pens)

• 1 fine tip black acrylic paint pen

• 2 small pots of Artistro Acrylic sealant (1/4 fl. oz. each)

All this plus FREE SHIPPING!!!

You can even get INSTANT ACCESS to the Masterclass while you wait for your special Kit to arrive. Use the Personalization box to enter your email, and I will send you a link and a password.

Here are details about the MASTERCLASS:

This digital masterclass is a multi-lesson course that you can work through at your own pace, at your own time. It is designed to be comprehensive and includes:

• Step-by-step instructions for over 17 projects

• 15 instructional videos

• Pro tips & techniques

• Photos

• Freebies worth over $25

• Templates

• Supply lists and links

• and much more!

The course includes 8 chapters with multiple lessons in each. You will learn rock painting basics as well as advanced techniques such as dot art and mandalas. By the end of the course, you will have multiple finished products, including inspirational rocks, sets of empowerment pebbles, sets of story stones, mandala rocks, and more!

Everything you need to know about rock painting is RIGHT HERE in this one masterclass! You won’t find anything as comprehensive as this anywhere! With four years of successful rock painting behind me, you can rest assured that I teach accurate and valuable skills.

Don't wait! Get your DELUXE Rock Painting Starter Kit + Rock Painting Masterclass TODAY!

Custom Garden Markers! Perfect for Herb, Flower, or Vegetable Gardens!

Ahh…. spring! Time to plant that herb, vegetable, or flower garden! I have the perfect Garden Markers for you if you have a green thumb! Gardening not your thing? Send a set to a friend!

These hand-stamped aluminum stakes can have your CUSTOM words on them! They measure 7 inches long and have a pointed end for ease of inserting into dirt. Use them in flower pots or in outdoor gardens!

Have your own set made with custom herbs, veggies, or flowers!

Holiday Gift Guide: Offering Encouragement with Ornaments and Tokens

This guide is a list of my favorite hand-stamped metal items. These ornaments and pewter pocket tokens go a long way to offer encouragement and support!

Links to each item are listed below the photo.

1) Pet Memorial Ornament

Have your pet’s name, the year, and a phrase stamped on an adorable aluminum ornament!

2) “Be Brave” Pewter Pocket Token

This pewter pocket token is stamped with the words “Be Brave.” Perfect for slipping into a pocket or wallet.

3) Angel Memorial Ornament

The aluminum ornament is a wonderful way to honor the memory of a loved one. Have their name and dates custom-stamped.

4) Pet Paw Print Pewter Token

This pewter pocket coin is stamped with the outline of a heart, a paw print, and your beloved pet’s initial!

5) “I Love You More” Pewter Pocket Coin

This pewter pocket coin says “I Love You More” and slips neatly into a pocket or wallet.

6) “Stay Strong” Keychain

This keychain has a pewter pendant stamped with the words “stay strong” and is embellished with beads.

7) “I Am Always With You” Pewter Pocket Token

This pewter pocket coin is hand-stamped with “I am always with you” and is a great reminder of your constant love for someone!

8) Herb Garden Markers

This set of garden markers is super popular in my shop! Perfect for a windowsill herb garden!

9) Custom Stamped Pewter Coins

We all have been through a lot in this year. 2020 has been a doozy! Find a phrase of encouragement or support and have it stamped on a pewter coin! You can have your own custom phrase, name, or symbol stamped on these pewter coins.