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Support local artists and creative businesses on Artists Sunday, Nov. 29 – and give the gift of art this holiday season!

Artists Sunday is a national movement to encourage consumers to shop with local artists and craftspeople during the holiday season. Artists Sunday takes place the Sunday after Thanksgiving. It’s like Black Friday or Small Business Saturday but for the arts.

Celebrate Artists Sunday by shopping in the Issaquah Creative District at these local businesses.

Downtown:

• Historically Hip Artisans Market
   A curated collection of handcrafted specialty gift items created by local artisans. 
• Holiday Shop at the Historic Shell Station
   Specialty gift items created by local artists and crafters, specially curated for the holidays.
• Art by Fire
   Glass school and art gallery featuring handblown glass gifts.
• Experience Tea
   Wonderful selection of teas and tea accessories as well as Sonnett’s Chocolates by local artist Lee Mannikko.
• Ming’s Zen Gallery
   Hand selected, exquisite collection of Asian art and antiques. 

Gilman Village:

• Studio Den
   Curated, artful selection of home goods, accessories and gifts.
• Splendid Avenue
   Scandi-Euro décor and wear, plus local artist items.
• Mudhouse Pottery Painting
   Ceramics studio offering a variety of take-home ceramic painting kits.
• The Nifty Knitter
   Wide array of knitting supplies as well as some ready-made knitted items. 

Gilman Station:

• Squak Art Studio
   Adult and youth visual art classes. Give the gift of art instruction.

NE Gilman Boulevard:

• Boehm’s Candies
   Handcrafted chocolates, with special treats for the holidays.

For additional shopping ideas, visit ArtistsSunday.com and search the Artist Directory for local artists’ online stores.