If you’re looking for a gift for the special swing dancer in your life (or really any super niche sub-culture), look no further than Etsy – here are some of my favorite swing dancer themed items that you may want to gift or that you may want under the tree for yourself:
You don’t have to live in Austin to appreciate the beauty of The Fed, dance energy is universal – framed art prints make great gifts!For those stray ties, security is just a few clicks away – take your pick of a Leon James or (what appears to be) Kevin St. LaurentDid you know swing drummer/bandleader/dancer Josh Collazo has his own Etsy shop? Pick up a mug for your favorite coffee/tee-loving dancer.Maybe you collect vintage bric-a-brac and these figurines are just the thing to fill a void in your collection? Props for the “jazz” themed shirt/sweater and the rayon print dress.Lindy Hop or Swing Out? Pendants and other goodies at LindyJewelsbySheriA print in celebration of this year’s transcription project bandleader? Even more adorable jazz musician critters at LauraGlaessArt
Because your next change of shirt could be seasonal?I might need this shirt in my life…A 60’s-does-20’s set of Collins glasses with dancersEcho of Deco in the UK makes several different jazz dancers/couples, I bet you could order with customized colors…
It’s not too late to place your order and have it arrive in the post by December 24! Here are some great gift ideas for the Lindy Hopper in your life, or maybe you treat yourself this holiday season, thanks to the creative mavens selling their wares on Etsy:
Get a mini-print of Frankie and Lucille and frame it, print by Illustrious StudioSterling silver Lindy Hop earrings at byrskaHandmade Harris Tweed cap, available in other colors, but this purple was so cheerful! From AmiCharnel.Any excuse, right? Tank by boredwalk.This crazy intricate tie clip of a jazz band and swing dancers, also by byrska.This amazing set of 8 glasses from the 1950’s featuring dance images, carrier included, from Diagnosed Nostalgia.byrska killing it with the gift ideas – Lindy Hop cufflinksThe ultimate table cloth, from Sarah Bradley Vintage.The Fed in Austin may not be your local venue, but it makes a great backdrop for this print of a familiar scene to all of us – from amp3graphics
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