It’s time to celebrate one of my favorite National Holidays….. International Bat Appreciation Day. On April 17, the world honors these special little creatures. In past years I have celebrated Bat Appreciation Day with a project. A couple of years ago it was this Velvet Lined Bat Trinket Box, and last year these Chocolate Bat Pops. This year I’m going to do something a little different….. A Bat Lover’s Shopping & Gift Guide!
It is more important than ever to support small independent businesses. To help with this initiative, Etsy has launched a #StandwithSmall Campaign. Not only have they created a #StandwithSmall Editor’s Pick Page, but have also asked for others to help spread the word, and show support for all of the Etsy Sellers who make amazing things.
In my effort to Stand with Small, this shopping guide is now solely dedicated to all of the talented Etsy Shop owners around the world and their amazing one-of-a-kind products. When I say amazing, I’m not kidding. There are so many unique pieces that you are not going to want to live without. It’s fair to say I’m slightly obsessed with bats, so I get a little carried away when I’m shopping for them! I had so much trouble narrowing down all of my favorites that I opted to bring you one of the largest shopping guides I’ve ever done… just to ensure there’s a little something for everyone. What’s even better… many of the shops highlighted below carry an assortment of bat themed pieces, so while I showcase just one of their pieces, click the image and you’ll be directed to their full assortment for your shopping pleasure! Enjoy!
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Apparel
Time to drape yourself in these little creatures… everything from dresses to hoodies, even athletic wear. And if you’re really bold, try a pair of bat wings! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Fashion Accessories
It’s all about the details! Headware, underpinnings, accent pieces, and more! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Bags
So many to choose from, they needed their own category!! Carry just about anything in style with this array of bat printed coin purses, handbags, billfolds, snack bags, tote bags, and more! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Hair Accessories
Slide a subtle (or not so subtle) bat into your hair! Picks, clips, pins, headbands, slides, and more! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Jewelry
Looking for something a bit smaller? These truly unique jewelry pieces (for men and for women) are just the thing…. Necklaces, earrings, pins, cuff links, and more! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Personal Accessories
A few more pieces everyone needs! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Home Decor
These bats will dress up anyroom! Wall decor, pillows, taxidermy, even wallpaper! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Kitchen and Dining
Whether you’re baking, sipping some tea, or opening a bottle of wine… these bats should join you!! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Garden
Let the bats oversee your garden with garden stakes, hanging sculptures, and garden markers! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Little Extras
Last but not least… a few little things that didn’t seem to fit into any of my categories, but were definitely worth a shout out! A little something for your clothes, a little something for the bath, a little something absolutely adorable to look at, a little something to write with, a little something to write on, a little something to adorn your skin, even something for your holiday tree! Just click the photo to be taken directly to the Etsy Shop!
Interested in more of our shopping guides from the past? We’ve got you covered with everything from The Dark Valentine Gift Guide, Dark & Curious Gifts Under $30, even Products for Absinthe Lovers. And stay tuned… our Annual Gothic Swimwear and Summer Accessories lists will be coming up next!
Looking to pass the time with some bat inspired projects while you celebrate Bat Appreciation Day? We’ve got you covered! Black Bat Pancakes, a Vintage Bat Tray Table, a Vampire Bat Trinket Box, a Mirrored Bat Wreath, and Chocolate Bat Pops! Enjoy!
Stay healthy! Stay safe! Stand with Small!
I’m officially batty for this stellar post. What a swoon-worthily magnificent, diverse and extensive selection of gorgeous bat themed products. Thank you so much for putting this guide together. It’s truly the stuff that bat loving daydreams are made of.
Autumn Zenith 🎃 Witchcrafted Life
Thanks Autumn!! I had so much fun making this guide! The only problem was trying not to buy everything for myself! 🙂