Handmade Goodies for your Favorite Longhorn

With the holidays just around the corner (and the ever lurking Black Friday) many people are already thinking about what gifts to get for everyone on their shopping list. If that special someone happens to be a Texas Longhorn fan, this post is for you.

If you're looking for something original and fun, check out Etsy.com, a unique shopping website that is a cross between eBay and a traditional craft fair. With its motto of "Buy, Sell, and Live Handmade" the Etsy website is dedicated to connecting artists, designers and crafters who make original creations with the people who want to buy them.

Along with handmade products, people on Etsy sell vintage items, homemade sweets, and craft supplies. Etsy offers multiple options for paying for items, including credit card, money order, and PayPal (which is a service of eBay).

I've chosen a few of my favorite Longhorn items (hint hint) for the holiday season that I think a variety of Texas fans would enjoy. Here are a few of the best:

Texas Longhorn Cufflinks



These longhorn cufflinks would be a great gift for a dad, brother, uncle or boyfriend who wants to show off his 'horns with style. From CufflinkConnection's Shop, these are just one of many unique pieces available.

Tutu

Any little princess would love this UT tutu and bow set from PolkaDotPrincess. I have a few cousins that would adore this sweet set.
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Apron

Do you have an aspiring chef on your gift list? This reversible longhorn apron from RockyTopBakery would be a perfect present. Even if all they do is burn hot dogs at the tailgate, they will feel like a culinary star wearing this.
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Headband

This sparkly longhorn headband is my absolute favorite. I think I might have to rush order one from EllieKatt myself, so that I can wear it to the national championship game! :)

Embroidered Pillow

I think that this pillow is quirky and fun, and would be a great gift for a mom, grandma, or sister, or even look great in a dorm room. It's from AuntBs' shop, where there are several other designs available as well.

Typewriter Necklace

Another unique piece that I really like is this typewriter necklace from JenniferPerezDesigns. It would be great game day jewelry for any longhorn fan who wants to wear something a little different.

Christmas Ornaments

These ornaments from StickyTatts would be a great gift for just about anyone on your list, including a boss or neighbor. Or if you participate in an ornament exchange, these would be the first to go!


Well those are just a few of the many splendid things on Etsy.com. Take a look for yourself, and I'm sure you can find something out of the ordinary (and usually pretty affordable) for just about anyone. (As a side note- I believe that they do sell some Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and other school's items on the site, but if you have any Aggies or Red Raiders on your gift list, they probably just deserve coal.)