Christmas is getting a little closer, and that means it’s time for Week 3 of the BME Countdown to Christmas!
Each week, Julie at Blue Morning Expressions brings together a wonderful assortment of handmade gifts and creations from independent artists and makers. I always enjoy wandering through the selections and choosing a few favorites of my own to share here.
There is quite a mix this week—whimsical snowmen, beautiful handmade jewelry, artwork, a little Christmas nostalgia, and even something for the cat lovers among us.
But first, be sure to visit Countdown to Christmas Week 3 at Blue Morning Expressions to see all of this week’s participating artists and handmade finds.
A Few of My Week 3 Favorites
⛄ These Little Snowmen Made Me Smile
I couldn't resist these cheerful handmade glass snowman earrings. Between their little hats, scarves, carrot noses, and colorful details, they have so much personality. They would be such a fun way to add a little Christmas whimsy to an outfit.
White Glass Snowman Artist Handmade Lampwork Earrings
🎅 A Little Santa Cheer
These dangling Santa earrings from Blonde Peach Jewelry immediately caught my eye. The rich Christmas red and green combined with those tiny Santas makes them wonderfully festive without losing that handmade charm.
Handcrafted Santa Claus Dangling Clip-On Earrings for Women
❄️ Snowmen & Winter Birds
Apparently snowmen are winning me over this week! I love the sweet artwork on these earrings from Shadow Dog Designs. The little snowmen and birds against the bright red background have such a cheerful winter feeling.
Snowmen & Birds Christmas Earrings from Shadow Dog Designs
🔔 A Little Christmas Bell
These delicate gold filigree bell earrings from The Singing Beader are simple, elegant and wonderfully festive. I especially like that they could easily be worn beyond Christmas, too. The tiny filigree bells hang from delicate chains and make a lovely understated holiday accessory. Etsy
Small Gold Filigree Bell Charm Earrings from The Singing Beader
🎨 A Splash of Color
These Caladium art cards are such a beautiful change of pace among all the traditional Christmas colors. The watercolor reproductions are full of brilliant reds, pinks, greens and blues and would be lovely for anyone who enjoys botanical artwork. Etsy
Caladium Art Cards by watercolorsNmore
🕎🎄 Love Lights the Season
I thought this personalized ornament was especially lovely because it celebrates both Hanukkah and Christmas. The colorful lights surrounding the design make it feel cheerful and festive, while the personalization turns it into a keepsake.
Personalized Interfaith Christian & Jewish Ornament on Etsy
📓 For the Cat Lovers
This one just made me laugh: “I Work Hard So My Cats Can Have a Better Life.”
Any cat lover will understand! This 6 × 9 journal from Blue Morning Expressions would make a fun little gift, stocking stuffer, or notebook for that person whose cats clearly run the household. Blue Morning Expressions currently lists it among its trending journals. Writer's Gifts
I Work Hard So My Cat Has a Better Life Journal
❤️ Red, Black & Just a Little Sizzle
I love the striking contrast in this bracelet from Covergirlbeads. Charlotte combined handmade red lampwork beads with black lava rock, sterling silver beads and a sterling toggle clasp. It has a dramatic look that would be beautiful during the holidays but certainly isn't limited to Christmas. Covergirlbeads
Sizzling Black Lava Rock & Red Lampwork Bracelet from Covergirlbeads
🎅 A Bit of Christmas Nostalgia
Of course, I couldn't pass these by. These vintage-inspired Santa gift tags from Adore By Nat look as though they could have been tucked away in an old Christmas box for years. The set includes eight tags featuring that wonderfully nostalgic Santa illustration, already strung with ribbon. Adore By Nat Party Decorations
Vintage “A Happy Christmas to You” Santa Gift Tags from Adore By Nat
🦋 And One From My Attic...
I couldn't finish my favorites without slipping in one from Butterfly in the Attic.
My Christmas Glow Winter Woodland Mini Journal Ephemera Kit brings together soft winter colors, little bits of ribbon and fibers, journaling pieces and a coordinating pen. It's meant for someone who enjoys putting pen to paper and adding their own little creative touches along the way.
Christmas Glow Winter Woodland Mini Journal Ephemera Kit
Christmas Is Getting Closer...
One of my favorite things about the Countdown is seeing how completely different each maker's work can be. Jewelry, artwork, journals, paper treasures and little pieces of Christmas nostalgia all come together in one place.
And when we choose something handmade, we're giving more than the finished piece—we're supporting the artist or maker who dreamed it up and took the time to create it.
I hope you'll take a few minutes to wander through Week 3 of the BME Countdown to Christmas and perhaps discover a new artist or a special gift along the way.
And tell me—which of this week's finds would you put on your Christmas list? 🎄
