Supporting Makers during Social Distancing

Now is a great time to support your local artists and crafters. Buy that handmade item you always intended to buy. The malls are closed, but most of your friendly local makers and creators have a way for you to purchase directly from them. You could buy one-of-a-kind handmade items made by people you know for about the same price as a mass produced object made by machines and strangers.

LIKE WHAT EXACTLY?
Jewelry, paintings, pottery, quilts and potholders, stained glass, clothes, woodwork and furniture, photographs and music... people nearby, possibly right next door, are creating all manner of beautiful and unique items.

WHY LOCAL?
Not only will you have a new thing of beauty in your life, you will have a lasting emotional connection to that object because you know the creator. And you can feel good about yourself because you supported the artist financially.