Handmade For the Holidays

Fabric handmade by Pippi Joe.  Shooting bag custom-made by Tracy Joy.

One of the great things about the holiday season is that I get to partake of one of my favorite guilty pleasures--without the usual amount of guilt.  I'm not referring to mere shopping (which I'm not really fond of).  I'm talking about shopping on Etsy.  I could probably spend every moment of my natural waking life browsing through all the amazing Etsy artists and never get bored.  For me, the appeal is not just the seemingly endless supply of beautiful handmade items or the idea of supporting the DIY ethos.  What really gets me excited is the ever-increasing number of people creating and sharing their art and handiwork.  I take this as a sign of hope for the future of humanity.

I've often marveled at the multi-faceted talent beyond photography that abounds amongst our Shutter Sisters community. Whether it's wordsmithing, or whipping up whimsy, or brewing beauty that's functional (or not), or making music, it's impossible NOT to be inspired when you're surrounded by so much creativity. I dare say that keeping such company lends itself to embarking on artistic endeavors you've never attempted before. And again, I take this as a sign of hope for the future of humanity

For today's giveaway, Tracy Joy--mom/wife/photographer/entrepreneur/bag-designer-extraordinaire--is offering up a Kristine Shooting and/or Diaper Bag in the winner's choice of color and flap design.  Tracy's bags are made with interchangeable flaps so you can change the design without changing the entire bag.  Perfect for the budget-minded accesorizer!  Be sure to comment on this post to be entered in the drawing.

Congratulations to Wayfaring Wanderer for being the winner of the Superhero Joy necklace. Sweet stuff!

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Edited to add: Please note that this giveaway is for a shooting bag (lightly padded for easy access to gear while on a shoot without a heavy bag).  Tracy Joy's fully padded camera bag is the Reese bag.

Also, Tracy is offering a discount to the Shutter Sisters community through December 31st.  Get 10% off your entire purchase by using the code SHUTTER.  With free shipping to U.S. addresses for December, it's a good deal!

Comments

[Toni]

I just bought a backpack for my camera/gear and am finding it a bit big and bulky for everyday use. This bag is cool!

[Misty]

Oh, I so need a new camera bag. Thank you to all the sisters offering giveaways this month!

[amber]

I love the birds on the pictured bag. All things bird-y make me happy these days.

[Jodyangel]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jodyangel/3090914366/

Bought on Etsy =)

[Kristal]

I confess I heart etsy and spend way to much time there also, I love Tracy Joy bags, cool giveaway:)

[amy]

What a fabulous bag. The bag that I currently use to carry my camera and baby gear when we go out is just not doing the job. I've been looking for a new one. This one would fit the bill.

[Sharon]

What a great bag. So right for a woman but without making that overt statement. I would LOVE to be able to pull my camera and lenses out of this bag. How inspiring!

[Puna]

I gave up quilting a while back and I wish I had time to start again...

[Geralyn S.]

Those bags are gorgeous!

[Lu]

I have been feeling very creative lately. All of this eye candy you provided only makes me want to make more stuff!

[Tina B.]

I would love to win this beautiful prize.thank you so much

[jenna]

this is so fun, and the joy and generosity is affecting my mood - and consequently the moods of all those around me. you folks are brilliant! and that bag is dreamy.

[Carrie]

Oh, Wow. How perfet is that bag!!

[Melissa]

Cute bags!

[Megan]

Love Tracy joy bags & stay!

[Kathleen O.]

Just checked out her website...must...have...new...bag...how perfect they are!

[Amanda]

I love etsy! And camera bags.

[Ashley]

Wow, what beautiful bags.....love handmade holiday giving

[emily]

i love that bag! so cute!

[Wendy]

I just bought gifts for everyone in my bookclub on etsy. Personally picked by me and handmade by someone with talent I wish I had!

[Jennifer]

Functional and stylish! I like it!

[Jennifer]

would love one of those!!!

[brittany]

that is very cute. adding this to the list for the husband!

[chris]

Great looking bag!

[Kristina]

Etsy ROCKS! as does the super bag. Fantastic idea!

[AJohnson]

I too am a fan of etsy!!

[Robin]

adorable bags, perfect for my new Christmas camera!!

[Claudia]

Oh wow! Thank you so much for that wonderful early Christmas present (craft link to my pictures)! I'm so happy :)

[Rachel Dallaire]

That bag is absolutely beautiful!

[Angie]

love etsy. love the bag. love this.

[sandi]

Way COOL bag. love it.
I also sell on etsy if you want to check out my art.
www.PrairieDreamer.etsy.com

[amanda]

lovely!

[liz]

Loving this bag and Etsy.

[Christina]

I have to limit the time I spend on Etsy - my bank account can't afford it!!
Tracy's work is gorgeous! I need a camera bag, and will keep this in mind!

[mel]

Shooting and/or Diaper Bag! That might be the best combo ever.

[Diane]

Etsy AND Shutter Sisters provides me with much inspiration. And Etsy has also provided me with quite a few Christmas gifts for others. Wonderful sites!

[Diane]

Etsy AND Shutter Sisters provides me with much inspiration. And Etsy has also provided me with quite a few Christmas gifts for others. Wonderful sites!

[Keeling]

Great prize! I would love to win!

[SusanH]

Cool bag - what a great give away!!

[nicole dossey]

Love Etsy. I'd love to win one of her bags. I've been drooling over them for weeks.

[Rachel]

That is one hot looking bag! Love the fabric too.

[Gail]

Love these bags! Getting tired of the same as everyone black camera bag....

[lizziemarie]

count me in!

[raina]

I definitely need a wonderful camera bag...I would be so lucky to win one!

[Dana Tutu Monkey]

I LOVE ETSY !!

I am enjoying your blog too!

[maggie ann.]

wow, i could really use that bag!

[Lashley]

So pretty!

[Elaina]

Very fun giveaway!

[Esther]

Wow, this bag is beautiful! Love it!

[alice]

What a lovely bag! Great fabric.