Hang up your stockings!

I loved having a Christmas stocking - my sister and I always got one of my dad's hillwalking socks (clean, I hasten to add), which were always miraculously hanging up on the bannister in the hallway on Christmas morning - it didn't matter how late we stayed up, we never saw who put them there...And the contents were always fun-filled and frivolous, with the obligatory selection box, satsuma and 10p at the very toe of the stocking.

The great thing about Christmas stockings is that you're never too old to have one. So here are some lovely Folksy choices for you to put in your Christmas stockings this year!

Christmas Stocking by FABRICatedby

Notes book Pocket moleskine cahier by Champignons

Chocolate Body Wash by Just Bev Angelic Soaps

Dragonfly and Rose Trinket Box by Zuzu's Petals Altered Art 'n' Stuff

"RetroMetro" iPhone Case by SewYou Handmade

Cute Zebra Fridge Magnet by It Belongs To Turtle

'All I want for Christmas...' Coaster Set by Quite Contrary Crafts 

Make Your Own Little Elephant In A Little Craft Box by The Little Craft Box Company

Sock Cupcake by Devonly Crafts

Chocolate Soap Bar by Bits N Bobs

Christmas gifts for GUYS

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the man in your life? Blokes can be notoriously hard to shop for, but whether it's your partner, friend or male relative, you'll be sure to find a novel gift on Folksy. Here are some of my favourite picks for the boys:

City Unisex Messenger Bag by LifeCovers

Sausage and Egg Salt and Pepper Shaker by Sarah Designs

Plans for Global Domination Pocket moleskin cahier squared paper by The Breakfast of Champignons

Lego Cufflinks by Bits and Badges

The Knitted John Tie in Grey Cashmerino Yarn by Dolly Knits

Black Cardamon Natural Soap by Saffron Barr

Penguin iPod / Phone / Gadget Case by Minifelts

Small Bee Hotel by Wudwerx

JAY MANS RIBBED BEANIE in CHOCOLATE & CREAM by ARTESANA

Strongman pill box by Kettle of Fish

Happy boy shopping! - Jane.x

Christmas Gifts for Kids

Christmas is all about the kids! There's nothing grander than seeing the expression on a child's face on Christmas morning, when they know that Father Christmas has been and left them just what they wanted. This year, ditch the gaudy plastic and usual mass-produced toys and instead choose some of these gorgeous goodies, handmade with thought, care and attention to detail...From babies to toddlers to the older ones, this selection of fun Folksy makes should give you some fantastic ideas!

Guaranteed to be a favourite cuddly toy, I'm already in love with this cute little bunny from Plum Pudding. Soft, squidgy, pink and utterly adorable.

Playing dress up will be a blast with this pirate kit from Kvintage



And especially for the girls, this Whimsical Pink Fairy Crown from EllaBellaFairy will satisfy even the most picky of princesses....it is pink, it has netting, it has roses...it is perfect!



Make learning fun with these colourful felt and hand embroidered numbers by Made with Tender Loving Care. A simple and tactile, educational game that toddlers will love to play with; a great idea.



Brighten up the nursery with one of these colourful and cheery buntings from HollieLollie. They can be personalised with your child's name - contact the seller for your own customisation.



Both boys and girls would love their own friendly robot to hang out with! Check out this excellent, grey fabric chap, by needlesandbuttons. Beep beep!



All little girls will love a piece of their own special, fancy jewellery. FluffsStuffs brooches and hairpins are great for adults and children alike, using the best, retro, cutesy fabrics. This little girl and kittens brooch is sure to be a winner.



Encourage your child's own creativity and make it easy to take those essential art items around on your travels. This children's travel art case by Little Daydreamers is perfectly pretty, and comes complete with paper and crayons.



This small selection of gifts for children has hopefully given you a taste for the handmade Christmas for you and yours...Check out Folksy for more original ideas and remember....keep the handmade pledge!

Exclusive Gifts for Christmas

Welcome to the first of our seasonal gift guides here on Found on Folksy, we've started early so you can plan early! I've selected my favourite luxury gifts for you to drool over and covet madly, although I would love for a few of these beauties to end up under someone's tree (preferable mine).

So enjoy these high end picks from the lovely makers and crafts people of Folksy, and leave a comment at the end if you have a moment.

First up this amazingly gorgeous Mulberry chair from Bonnie and Jackson, isn't it just the picture of Christmas by a log fire with the scent of pipe tobacco and pine cones?

In at two, a very unique idea for elegant jewellery from I can't remember my grandma's name. I love how you get the plate the pieces came from included to use as a display/jewellery keeper.

A silver family book pendant from Ali Bali Jewellery would make a very special gift for Mum or Grandma, and a wonderful heirloom too.

I've been fascinated with the papier mache bowls of Amelia Green Heart ever since I saw them on the front page, a wonderful piece of contemporary art for the home.

I can't help but think of The Magicians Nephew and Narnia when I see the stunning apple with insect from Silverfruit. I don't know how its made, but I like it a lot.

Awkward mother-in-law? Got a big budget but not sure what to buy? Then this beaded lace mohair shawl from The Crafty Bride could be in answer. Incredibly delicate and detailed, yet light as a feather, this shawl can not fail to impress.

How about some craft based art to cheer up his study? This oak picture with spring flowers from Jane Blease Design is a lovely cheery piece, with a great sense of craftsmanship and detail.

Teenage niece or daughter to buy for? These luminous peacock bright feather earrings from Still Tree are just the ticket. Metallic and rich colours are so on trend from AW2010 and SS2011 dah-link!

Article by Aleximo, xXx

Book Him Danno!

I love paper crafts and making books in particular.  There's so many ways we can create books: from simply stapling paper together to the meticulously painstaking art of book binding.  Here on Folksy there are some fantastic books and paper crafts and I hope you like this small selection. 

Ex Libris bookplates by SPARE: eco

Sketchbooks volume 1 by Hole in my Pocket  

The Frog Prince by Alix Swan

Hanging Paper Comic decorations by Bookity

Oddments Zine by Asking For Trouble

2 x mini eco-recycled pocket books by Pretzels & Pumpkin

Mini shoe leather recycled hand bound notebooks by Kate Bowles

Tiny Tag Books by Muddy Puddle Crafts

Can You Hear Me - wooden book by Mrs Eliot Books

Read More Books Scrabble pendant by Pendant Pixie

Tree Birds by Nancy Roxx Design

Read to Me print by Lola's Room 

Wascally Bunny
Wabbits Moleskine Notebook by Ink Me Up

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