Start Your Holiday Gifting Early: Handmade Pieces Worth Giving

It is the last day of September, which means the holiday season is closer than it feels. The best gifts are the ones chosen without a rush, and starting now gives you time to find something that fits the person receiving it.

Here is a short guide to giving something handmade.

Why Start Early

Rushed gifts tend to be generic gifts. When you have time, you can think about the person, what they wear, what they love, and what they would never buy for themselves. That is when a gift stops being an object and becomes a message.

For Someone Who Loves Color

The The Rëef Bag is a hand-beaded bag in turquoise and coral tones. It is a gift for someone who likes a little color in her life and is not afraid to be noticed.

For Someone Who Prefers Neutrals

A hand-beaded bag in black, gold, silver, or deep blue is a gift she will use for years. The The Mänaus Bag, The Sälvador Bag, The Nätal Bag, and The Göiâna Bag are all made in the same shape, so the choice comes down to the color she wears most.

For Someone Who Wears Jewelry

A necklace is a personal gift. The The Tel Aviv Chaï is a hand-strung beaded necklace with a gold pavé chai pendant, and chai is a Hebrew symbol for life. At $45, it is a thoughtful gift that is easy to wrap and ship.

For Someone Who Loves to Celebrate

The The Ibïza Top in Gold in gold is a shimmering top for holiday parties and New Year's Eve. Paired with black, it is festive without being loud.

How to Choose

• Start with her closet. What does she already wear most? Choose a piece that goes with it.
• Choose the color before the style. A color she loves is more important than a trend.
• Think about what lasts. Handmade pieces are made to be worn for years.

Care Instructions Make a Nice Addition

When you give a handmade piece, include a note about how to care for it. We have a full care guide you can share. It makes the gift feel more complete.

The Story Behind the Gift

Part of what makes a handmade gift special is its story. A hand-beaded bag was made in India by hand. A hand-crocheted piece was made by artisans in coastal villages in Brazil. Reading about the people behind our pieces can make the gift feel even more meaningful.

Browse the beaded bags, accessories, and tops to begin your list.