Zesty's Indie Gift Guide for 2015!

It's holiday time and that means giving!

Zesty loves to support independent creatives and craftspeople, and we think you do, too. Because the internet, we're thinking #localisglobal. We've curated a group of grassroots up and coming designers and craftspeople who can send your gifts anywhere in the world!

When you purchase their original creative work, you are supporting entrepreneurs, artists and gamechangers. Feel good about where you drop your dollars this holiday season - take a click!

CC Star

CC Star is in love with color! The enamel work is flawless and the designs make you smile. Artist and jewelry maker Celeste Christie is behind this shop and her sense of joy and attention to detail are in every handmade piece - she makes perfection look easy! This year CC Star has Christmas ornaments for your tree, too!

From December 1-25, check in daily for CC Star's ADVENT SALE! Each day, one item will be discounted 25%! Like the CC Star Facebook Page to get notified of sale items.

On Etsy: CC Star


FreezeRay Press

The brainchild of poet-preneur Rob Sturma, FreezeRay Press is the place to go for all your pop culture poetry needs. St. Vincent-inspired poems - they got you. Latest release - Again I Wait to Pull Apart - is edited by the brilliant Hanif Willis-Abdurraqib.

First 100 orders get a custom FreezeRay Press guitar pick! Be quick about it!

Books are forever gifts that grow and get better with time - put some on your list!

FreezeRay Press website



House of Divinity

Longtime one of my favorite jewelry makers, Araceli Silva combines an elegant design sense with a holistic approach to life. Her jewelry is eloquent - it perfectly describes its wearer. I get compliments every time I wear one of her designs. The new lotus necklace is on my list!

If you are SoCal local, HoD is taking part in this open studios event in Boyle Heights the 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd. You can try things on and meet her!

On Etsy: House of Divinity 


Planet Lucid 

Designer Ryan Spence has been raising his game for a while now. The Brooklyn Faces collection is it for me -- great design fueled by a grounded sense of community. For the guys on your list, the camo t is what to give. I'm all about the pencil skirt, and I'm sure no one on your list can resist a tote bag.

Planet Lucid website



Upper Metal Class

Upper Metal Class knows sleek is sexy. Rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings designed with intention and beautifully crafted in your choice of metals. This great lookbook gives you a sense of designer T. Ngu's inspirations and style - her designs accent you, they let you come through, they don't demand who you are.

Last day for holiday orders to get there by Christmas is December 15th.

For Zesty readers!!!!! 25% off coupon code: ZESTY25
Upper Metal Class website


We hope you find the great and personal gifts you are looking for and wish you peaceful holidays and a beautiful 2016.

Giving IndieStyle - Holiday Gift Guide 2013

Hello Hello!

Let's do this again!  

Put your dollars into great and fun gifts for friends, family, or even yourself while supporting independent artists, projects and businesses!

This year we are spotlighting these:

Kcymaerxthaere - Please Don't Connect the Dots

What if I told you I knew someone who had an alternate universe?  Right here, inside our own universe?  And that he's manifesting that universe as we speak?  Well, I do! And the latest manifestation is the Please Don't Connect the Dots activity book!  Yes, this is an IndieGoGo campaign, so technically it's a donation, but check out the awesome perks - and they should all be delivered on time for Christmas!  

Just HURRY - the campaign ends on December 17th!  

Chris Faroe

Chris Faroe is a talented artist and super cool person!  On his website you can listen and download his music, and also check out the amazing gifts he is offering like a 6-month art postcard subscription sent directly to you or your giftee.  You've got amazing mail!

K. Anderson

One of our favorites - K. Anderson has put out a new EP this year.  I love the songs on this - one of them has even inspired a screenplay!  She's also got some amazing merch with illustrations by Joanna Layla!  

Paisley Sockwear

It's no secret I have a thing for socks - I've got friends with great sock collections who won't leave me alone with their sock drawer! - but, seriously, who doesn't like socks?

These are my current favorite --  Paisley Sockwear designs are so fun you won't want to hide them under your pants!  They'd probably make the most amazing sock puppets, too!

More!

Not enough ideas?  Can't find that perfect gift?  Check out the 2012 guide, too!  And the "Partners, friends and community" links on the right have lots of indie businesses, like the Brat Store, Reciprocity, Breathe Bodyworks and more - many of them have amazing stuff!

Our friends at The Conscience Collective have put out quite a dazzling gift guide, as well!

If you're going to any parties (of course you are!) or giving any, check out our posts on being a great guest and Top 10 Tips for Hosting!

Everyone here is donating their time, talent and taste - if you want to contribute to keep the Zestyverse going, there's a handy little donate button on the top right!  Thanks!

Wishing you a warm, lovely, prosperous and healthy 2014!

P.S.  If you're trying to get your script in shape before the clock strikes midnight on NYE - there's a special on script consultations through December 31st - book before the year ends and you get 50% off!  Just check out the Coaching/Consulting page for details!