If you’re an etsy lover and fan of handmade, it’s worth your while to check out The 2011 Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway going on now through Dec.7th over at A Little Etsy Love.

This holiday season, consider buying handmade:

• It’s better for the environment: many artists use recycled, upcycled, or eco-friendly materials in their work.
• It’s more unique: Since you’re buying from an artist, your gift will not only be one of a kind, but many artists personalize their products or take custom orders just to your specifications.
• It’s great for our economy: The money goes directly in the hands of an artisan rather than a box store. You can even search for local artists to reduce your carbon footprint!

Some of the items in the giveaway:

2 Tea Towels, Coffee Lovers Print

DSLR Camera Strap Cover

Silver Half Wishbone Earrings

Poison Mineral Eye Shadow

…and so much more!