For Christmas, Artella Land is getting creative with its pricing structure. They’re giving 55% off discounts on poetry e-books, art supplies, vintage ephemera, and other creative joys. Oh boy!

In the spirit of full disclosure, this won’t be for everyone. I find some of the artwork a little disconcerting and even some of the poetry. It’s not academic by any stretch, but if you’re the crafty sort of person who is into scrapbooking and digital art then this might be your bag.

The right words to describe Artella may be flighty, spirited, and leaning toward the feminine-right brain. I don’t mean any of that as an insult; it’s just a hairy-legged observation.

The Shoppes of Artella feature hundreds, maybe more, of products for all types of people, everything from fine art to fashion and jewelry to home decor. There are also books and recordings, cards and stationery, childrens products, supplies for artisans, educational resources, e-courses, and other miscellany. Artella Land also takes submissions for poetry and runs contests (I took third place in one in 2005 while in Iraq) and publishes a magazine that is distributed alternatively in digital format and print. A very unique product. If you have craft products of your own you can even sell them on commission.

As I said, this is a bit different than what most of us with academic backgrounds would be interested in, but if you enjoy sharing your art and poetic gifts then this might just be right for you. That’s why I don’t mind recommending Artella Land.