Submitted by the Island Makers Guild

Enjoy the island lifestyle wherever you live through beautiful and evocative works of creative Makers featured in the online “Made in the San Juans” marketplace. From a handcrafted bar of soap to a beautiful piece of jewelry, from a rocking chair to a living room scale landscape painting, “Made in the San Juans” is hosting a collection of holiday magic in our new online marketplace and lively auction.

Come discover the creative works of Island artists and artisans perfect for holiday gifts and year-round enjoyment. Bring the magic of the San Juans to your home and share with friends and family for cherished holiday gifts available artist-direct through madeinthesanjuans.com.

Catch the Holiday Spirit! A special Collectors Preview is opening online Nov. 25. “Made in the San Juans” fun Winter Market auction that accepts bids through Dec. 7. Easy bidding from your phone or computer lets you select pieces of interest, including gift baskets, handcrafted woodwork, wearable art and holiday decorations that will be shipped to you or your gift recipients the week of Dec. 11. Or come out to Orcas for the beloved indoor waterfront Winter Artisans Market in Eastsound Dec. 8-10 to pick up your pieces in person during our charming village scale fair.

“Made in the San Juans” holiday auction is a festive seasonal shopping experience, certain to connect you with treasures that bring cheer and joy. The auction launches the weekend after Thanksgiving and welcomes buyers from near and far who love the San Juans. Find us at madeinthesanjuans.com.