Best Etsy Designs in 2022: Discover Handmade Unique Décor & Art Now!

I DARE YOU TO NOT BE INSPIRED AND ITCHING TO CREATE! Really! This is one of those posts to spark creativity. It is always a hoot to learn about innovative artists and makers on Etsy whose creations can decorate our homes or become unique gifts. Each year, the Etsy Design Awards point us to extraordinary work from creatives across the globe. Best Etsy Designs in 2022: Discover Handmade Unique Décor & Art spotlights big winners as well as a few favorite items from past finalists. Maybe you’ll spot the perfect gift, but at the very least, GET READY TO GET THOSE CRAFTY HANDS BUSY, MAMA!

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Best Etsy Designs in 2022: Handmade Unique Décor & Art

Knitted Charcuterie from Colette Bream on Etsy - whimsical soft kid toys from an Etsy Award Winner! #colettebream #knittecharcuterie #whimsicalhandmade — Knitted Charcuterie, ColetteBream on Etsy – in case you love discovering the best Etsy designs!

Because who doesn’t find themselves grinning at the sight of knitted charctuerie!!!

Hahahaha! Soft little knit sausage links with personality are giving my mood a boost just now!

Since holiday gift shopping is mere months away (don’t smack me, kittycats), we can also pin these ideas for thoughtful gifts! Let’s start with the GRANDPRIZE Winner of the 2022 Etsy Design Awards:

Midcentury wall art by WeAreLunarium on Etsy - made from plywood, metal, and beads, this geometric art decor is unique and handmade. #midcenturyart #geometricart #wallart — Geometric Art for Wall, WeAreLunarium on Etsy

We Are Lunarium (Tim Stevenson)

These beautiful pieces feel Mid-century modern but also art deco, yes?

Who won the PEOPLE’S PICK Etsy award? SURREY WOODSMITHS (Jonathan Hitchcock) of the United Kingdom. I adore their handmade oak candle holder that cradles a votive candle in the most artful way!

Unique handmade oak candle holder from SurreyWoodsmiths on Etsy. #oakcandleholder #etsydesignawards #candleholders — Oak Candle Holder, SurreyWoodsmiths on Etsy

You know you’ve landed on an incredible and unique design when the candleholder looks just as beautiful with or without the candle!

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Winner of the Home Decor & Lighting Category: PEDRO MEALHA! His cactus cuckoo clock brought me a smile:

Cactus Cuckoo Clock by PedroMealha on Etsy, a 2022 Etsy Design Award Winner. #cuckooclocks #cactusart — Cactus Cuckoo Clock, PedroMealha on Etsy

Etsy’s KITCHEN & DINING award went to SIND STUDIO, and their gorgeous blue marble-like glazed Blue and White Ceramic Footed Bowl should probably have its own Instagram account:

Blue marbled glaze on a ceramic footed bowl by Etsy Design Award winner Sind Studios. #handmadeceramics #footedbowls #bluemarbled — Footed Bowl, SindStudio on Etsy

I’m partial to this swell welly receptacle!

Rain Boot Ceramic Vase Sculpture by Sind Studio on Etsy. #wellies #uniquevase #handmadevase — Rain Boot Flower Vase, SindStudio on Etsy

Winner for the KIDS category did not surprise me one bit – I have been a fan forever of COLETTE BREAM!

Pink knit Staffordshire dogs by Colette Bream on Etsy (2022 award winner of KIDS category!). #staffordshiredogs #knittoys #kidsroomdecor — Knit Staffordshire Dog, ColetteBream on Etsy

I’m always excited to discover the PETS WINNER for the Etsy Awards, and this year LIVE IN IDEALS takes the prize!

What cat wouldn’t adore moving into this condo!?!

Custom modern cat house by LiveInIdeals on Etsy (winner of the PETS category!). #handmadecathouse #cathouses — Modern Cat House, LiveInIdeals on Etsy

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A few more favorites from past finalists of the design awards…

Macramè artwork inspired by my macramé image 1 — TwoMeshop on Etsy

Handmade Furniture on Etsy

If you have ever experienced the luxe beauty of handmade furniture, then you will understand these pieces are as much art as they are seating.

Suelo Modern Lounge Chair by BertuHome on Etsy. #modernchair #handmadefurniture — tap image for buying info

Handmade walnut minimalist rustic modern bedframe (Hudson) by Insekdesign on Etsy. #handmadefurniture #walnut #woodbedframe — for buying info, tap image

Nature Honoring Beauty to Wear or Display

Jaguar, tropical fauna, colorful scarf entitled "Night in the Jungle" by Misheo on Etsy. #artscarf #jaguar #jungleprint — Misheo

Handmade, Original & Earth-Friendly

Wouldn’t these lovely handmade creations look amazing in a sweet nursery with this mural (amazing as well as a shockingly friendly price!)?

Whimsical and delightful organic stuffed handmade monkey doll by Pepita Calabaza on Etsy. Come discover Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — Handmade organic cotton monkey doll, PepitaCalabaza on Etsy…certainly whimsical indeed. Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Discover creative handcrafted gifts to give and receive as well as inspiration for your own DIYs!

Awakened joyful monkeys sewn with love and a smiley face mouth…oh, goodness…you DO know lovely, Pepita Calabaza!!!!

Rheba Wall Mural…certainly lovely indeed.

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DIY in the Same Spirit

In case you’re in the mood to craft a rag doll, be inspired first by this:

and then find the tutorial RIGHT HERE

Hand-dyed Fabric Creations

UK finalist TWOMEshop on Etsy creates beautiful, cross-back, linen Japanese aprons by first hand-dying the fabric in Hampshire England.

Beautiful and useful, this hand-dyed linen Japanese apron with cross back is handmade in the UK by TWOMEshop. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — TWOMEshop on Etsy…certainly practical indeed. In case you need unique ideas for Christmas gifts, check out these winners!

This finalist also offers her hand-dyed fabrics to photographers and stylists, longing for naturally made textiles to elevate their vignettes and flatlays.

Inspiring Styling With TWOMEshop Creations

Stylish flatlay with pink berries by HappyVerde. — HappyVerde and TWOMEshop…certainly a charming collaboration indeed.

Stylish layer cake by SalviaLimone. — SalviaLimone and TWOMEshop….certainly unique styling indeed.

Stylish flatlay with rhubarb by Twigg Studios. — Twiggstudios and TWOMEshop…certainly dramatic indeed.

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In Case You Want to Make a DIY Japanese Pinafore Apron

2019 Etsy Design Awards Finalist

Etsy Design Awards finalist AnimalAristocrats creates handmade digital Renaissance pet portraits to royally thrill their pet loving following even as they preserve precious memories.

Whimsical and humorous, formal dog painting by Etsy Awards Finalist Animal Aristocrats Renaissance Pet Portrait. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — Renaissance Pet Portrait, AnimalAristocrats on Etsy…certainly whimsical indeed. Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Discover creative handcrafted gifts to give and receive as well as inspiration for your own DIYs!

How does the process of commissioning a portrait of your pet work? Before going to work in photoshop, Animal Aristocrats asks you to send high resolution photos of your pet to decide on the best shot for the final portrait.

You’ll also work together in determining your pet’s specific quirks and personality details to capture an authentic furry fantasy to honor their belovedness!

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Beautiful Pet Portrait Commissions

How handsome!

Dog portrait customCustom pet paintingRenaissance dog image 0 — ArttoYourLife on Etsy

Art Idea: Encaustic Mixed Media DIY

If you have never worked with wax, then you are in for a treat!

How to Create Encaustic Art book cover (by Birgit Hüttemann-Holz). #encausticart #diy #painting — How to Create Encaustic Art

Personalized Messages Inside

Unique, personalized, and also a treasured keepsake, these handmade clutches printed with a message inside FROM YOU make a heartwarming gift for a 50th birthday, an anniversary, a bride, or just because.

Lovely personalized message printed on the lining of a handcrafted Italian leather clutch bag by Fontem. Come discover Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — Fontem on Etsy…certainly unique indeed. Photos of creative decor and also gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

Etsy Award finalist Fontem creates these beauties from fine Italian leather.

Beautiful handcrafted leather cluth with personalized message inside on the lining, Fontem. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — Fontem on Etsy…certainly beautiful indeed. In case you need unique ideas for Christmas gifts, check out these winners!

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Inventive Decor Creators Shine

How sweet and nostalgic are these wee clay handpainted houses from finalist Maisie Parks Designs?

Petite handpainted house by Maisie Parkes Design on Etsy. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — MaisieParkesDesign on Etsy..certainly darling indeed. Photos of creative decor and also gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

Imagine a collection from Maisie Parkes Design on a window sill or in a child’s room.

Sweet little handpainted clay cottages by Maisie Parkes Design on Etsy. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — MaisieParkesDesign on Etsy…certainly enchanting indeed. In case you need unique ideas for Christmas gifts, check out these winners!

Adorable little handpainted clay houses by Maisie Parkes Design on Etsy. Come discover Handmade Decor & One of a Kind Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — MaisieParkesDesign on Etsy…certainly lovely indeed. Photos of decidedly creative decor and gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

In Case You Want to Make DIY Christmas Ornaments

Etsy Design Star Kroft Studio

It’s easy to see how the trapeze-like ceiling mounted hanging clothes rack by Kroft Studio caught the judges’ attention.

Hanging Clothes Rack Ceiling Mounted Hanging Clothes Rack by Kroft Studio on Etsy. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — tap image for buying info – KroftStudio on Etsy…certainly inventive indeed.

What a breezy and also minimal alternative storage solution. You can also make a more industrial yet still minimal hanging rack here:

Find more lovely Etsy sources for beautiful finds to wear in this fashion over 50 story.

Handmade Ebony Pottery

Inspired by nature, rustic black pottery pieces from makers such as Wurzel Welt Raum bring an organic edginess to modern tablescapes (just in case you crave a taste of cozy autumn wonder around the corner!).

Organic, edgy, and inspired by nature handmade pottery in black for a striking fall and winter tablescape. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — WurzelWeltRaum on Etsy..certainly unique indeed. Photos of creative decor and also gifts from talented Etsy award finalists in 2019.

I love the Crafts Manhattan concrete side table with its rugged statement yet feminine curves (I bet it easily wooed judges as well!).

Handmade concrete side table Crafts Manhattan on Etsy. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — click image for buying info – CraftsManhattan on Etsy…certainly chic indeed. In case you need unique ideas for Christmas gifts, check out these winners!

Crafts Manhattan on Etsy. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — tap image for buying info – CraftsManhattan on Etsy…certainly unusual indeed. Photos of creative decor and also gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

In case you’ve ever wanted to try a concrete DIY, you may love Jenna Sue’s recent tutorial for a lamp HERE and also…

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ONE OF MY FAVORITE PAST FINALISTS!

Isn’t this precious?

Cat Flower Tower Tree - a lovely handmade creation from KBSPETS on etsy! #cattree #cattower #catflowertower #cattoys — tap image for buying info

How amazing is this lovely cat flower tree!?!

Whimsical and modern cat tree flower tower, handmade by KBSPets on Etsy. #cattower #cattree #moderncat #flowercattree #cattreemodern — Whimsical and lovely indeed,,,find it HERE!

Charming & French

Handmade pouches for your makeup, meds, and mini bits, anyone?

Beautiful handmade pouch with stripes and star by Madame Gustave Couture on Etsy. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — tap image for buying info – MadameGustaveCouture on Etsy..certainly a perfect gift indeed. Handmade decor and also gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

These pretty pouch cuties from former finalist, Madame Gustave Couture caught my eye!

A stunning design for a handmade fabric pouch with artful style by Madame Gustave Couture. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — MadameGustaveCouture on Etsy…certainly darling indeed.

Apparently, even beginners can learn to sew a lined zipper pouch!

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Modern Chic Handmade Accessories

Past awards finalist illo Leather creates well-made stylish bags, clutches, and accessories that may be customized in a color to your liking.

Minimal leather handmade cluth by illo Leather. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — illoLeather on Etsy..certainly well-made indeed. Handmade decor and also gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

So sophisticated, simple, and chic.

Handmade leather bag by illo Leather. A few favorite Finalists for the Etsy Awards are spotlighted in this story with inspiring photos on Hello Lovely. — illoLeather on Etsy…certainly chic indeed.

Handcrafted Leather Ballet Flats

Handmade leather ballet flats from The White Ribbon may be designed for brides to be, but blogging fairies and followers can be smitten by The White Ribbon too!

Only the prettiest blush pink nude shade of lovely on these handmade leather ballet flats from The White Ribbon on Etsy. — Handmade Blush Pink Leather Ballet Flats from theWhiteRibbon on Etsy…certainly beautiful indeed.

Ya know?

theWhiteRibbon on Etsy..certainly romantic indeed. Creative decor and also handmade gifts from talented Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019.

Oh, what dreams may come on a wedding day in these!

Glorious and handmade leather ballet flats from The White Ribbon on Etsy. — Photo: theWhiteRibbon on Etsy…certainly perfect for a bride indeed.

Did I mention metallic?

theWhiteRibbon on Etsy..certainly charming indeed. Exceptional Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019 and also gift and DIY ideas.

In the spirit of handmade and homemade, have you ever wanted to learn to make macarons? I have made them a handful of times, and while they aren’t easy, they are scrumptious, and you will be able to brag about your accomplishment for the rest of your life!

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Finalist Foe and Dear

There’s also romance blooming in lovely handmade creations to wear and give from awards finalist Foe and Dear…Hello, Lovely!

Eclipse ring by FoeandDear on Etsy. — Eclipse Ring from FoeandDear on Etsy…certainly friendly-priced indeed.

Beautiful moonstone stud earrings by FoeandDear on Etsy. — Moonstone Studs by FoeandDear on Etsy..certainly lovely indeed. Exceptional Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019 and also gift and DIY ideas.

Romantic handmade necklace on a model with wavy red long hair - Foe and Dear. — Necklace by FoeandDear on Etsy…certainly beautifully designed indeed.

A Fabulous Finalist from 2019!

One glance at this herbarium lovely flower press from Studio Karamelo, and you’ll recognize the beauty blossoming for the judges at Etsy.

Handmade flower press by Studio Karamelo on Etsy. Come discover Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Hello, Lovely Makers! — Studio KARAMELO...certainly inspiring indeed. Handmade Decor and Unique Finds from Etsy Award Finalists: Creative wares to give and receive and also inspiration for your own DIYs too!

Flower press by STUDIO KARAMELO on Etsy. — STUDIOKARAMELO on Etsy…certainly darling indeed. Exceptional Etsy makers who are award finalists in 2019 and also gift and DIY ideas.

Beautiful herbarium, flower press by Studio Karamelo on Etsy. — STUDIOKARAMELO on Etsy…certainly inspiring indeed!

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Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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