Are you a fan of handmade items?  Do you support indie businesses and independent artists?

Well then, this giveaway was created for you!

This idea began in the Spring of 2004 from a brainstorming session among a handful of indie artists.  Each time we organize this event, it grows larger and more successful. Currently, we are proud to announce that over 40 indie artists are participating in this event!  Please take a few minutes and visit all of the Indie Shop Sponsors. Those shops have made all of this possible by donating their incredible handmade items for our gift baskets. Take a peek at what these talented and diverse artists have to offer. You may sign-up to win one of these fantastic gift baskets at any of the indie shops listed.

In appreciation of indie shoppers, we have organized this event to thank you for your continuted support!  We are giving away gift baskets filled with handmade items made by some of your favorite independent artists, and a few new ones.

Each Happily Handmade Giveaway event we organize is sponsored by a number of participating indie artists, designers, and shops (ie: our Indie Shop Sponsors) who contribute their refreshingly handmade creations to the Happily Handmade Giveaway. We then create fabulous boxes filled with handmade gifts to be given away to lucky indie shoppers and supporters!!  Each gift gift box will be valued between $100.00 - $150.00.  Check out the past events page for photos of the awesome gift boxes up for grabs.

During an event, our participating Indie Shops will create a sign-up form on their respective websites where you may enter the Happily Handmade Giveaway drawing to win one of these fabulous gift boxes. You may enter the drawing by visiting one, two, or ALL of the Indie Shop Sponsors. Feel free to enter through all of the Indie Shop Sponsors for more chances to win! Items included in these wonderful gift boxes may vary from clothing and handbags to bath & beauty products and jewelry.  While you are visiting our Indie Shop Sponsors, please take a peek at what each talented artist has to offer. You'll be glad you did.

Then at the end of the giveaway drawing period, we will announce the winners via email. Entries must contain your valid name and email address. Winners will be drawn at random from all of the entries we receive collectively. All winners will be contacted by email and must respond to confirm shipping address within 14 days. If they fail to do so, an alternative winner may be chosen in their place.

A huge thank you is in order to all of the sponsors who help make this possible. And to all of the people who have helped spread the good word about this giveaway event and the DIY spirit. Also, a special thanks to Lindsay of Lindsay Designs who created our wonderful website!

Thank you for supporting independent artists, everywhere!