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Handmade in New Mexico- A Gift Guide

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Friends,

Last weekend I heard of two large Holiday Markets in New Mexico (I’m sure there were more), one in Albuquerque and one in Santa Fe. I went to the one in Albuquerque and I was struck how may talented creatives we have here. It prompted me to start a gift guide of the ones I have been admiring through Instagram for some time now. Take a look and consider buying from these makers for your Christmas shopping.

  1. Cynthia Jones Jewelry: I got to meet Cynthia Jones in person last weekend, and she is so easy to talk to, which I find helpful when shopping for Jewelry. I have been wanting to buy a small but beautiful necklace for everyday. And she had just the thing. Her stacking rings are next on my list to buy.
  2. Quail Studio: Designer Emily Howe makes beautiful wool felt objects for the home. I would love one of her baskets to catch all my nicknacks.
  3. Modern Folkware:Studio potter Jennie Johnsrud makes these beautiful housewares. These are the kind of dishes you will keep forever.

    4. Barro by Lucrecia: I have seen her pottery in person in various places and they look as good as on the pictures. If you don’t like the modern look above you might appreciate her fun whimsical style.

     

    Do you have any favorite makers in New Mexico? Happy Christmas shopping. Buy less but better.

-Sofija

Handmade in New Mexico- A Gift Guide

A Handmade Christmas

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Hi there,

Are you busy shopping? Or are you scrambling to find the right gift for your mom, friend, sister, daughter? I have two talented friends who might be able to help you out.

My friend Ginny makes beautiful bead work. I get to watch her sometimes. She works meticulously and puts a lot of thought and effort into her pieces. She grew up in Kenya so a lot of her work is influenced by African art.

 

 

The earrings cost $25, the bracelet $90, and the bangles $45. You can buy them here.

 

Next I like to introduce you to my friend Chrissy. She is from Germany. I have been admiring her stained glass jewelry for some time now. The butterfly is my favorite.

I haven’t decided which one is cuter, the hat or her daughter?


You can buy her goods here. The butterfly necklace costs $80, the octopus hat $50, the felt advent calendar $55, and the bird pendant $35.

They have a lot more in their shops. Be sure to check them out.

-Sofija

 

A Handmade Christmas