A Queer Valentine’s Gift Guide

  
Creators from the Queer Expression Valentine’s Fair help you find the perfect gift for that special someone.
January 28, 2015
(Queers and their wares from the Queer Exchange Valentine’s Fair)
Panicking about what to get your sweetie this Valentine’s Day? Fear not. The creators and artists of the Queer Expression Valentine’s Fair—which sets up shop at Brooklyn’s Littlefield on February 8—have banded together to save your lovelorn ass. Whether you’re looking for something cute and cuddly or sultry and sexy, the Fair has something for everyone on the LGBT spectrum! We asked some of the vendors to tell us about their wares and why they’ll make great gifts.

SAM BRANMAN

“I’ll have things to keep your babes warm, keep them looking stylish, and help them have fun in the bedroom! I’ll have even more new Spandex scarf prints, a giant neoprene scarf, and exclusive vintage jewelry by Fleurs Jolies. I’ll also have a few different styles of neoprene harnesses, some with pouches, so you can easily keep track of valuables at play parties or if you don’t want to carry a bag. Everything is handmade by me—except the jewelry; my mom makes that—and designed for a spectrum of body types and gender expression.”

DOOGOODER GRAPHICS, JOHN JENNISON

“I’ve got sexy coloring books, dirty-minded Valentine’s Day cards, and fun stickers. I’ve been hard at work creating cards and more coloring books that are sure to be perfect for your queer sweetheart!”

SARA JANE ANDERSON, FEMMEBROIDERY

“Femmebroidery creates handmade, designer bow ties with personality galore! Bow ties are perfect Valentine’s Day gifts, whether the recipient is a bow tie aficionado or a newbie. Make the present extra special by tying it on your partner for them—instructions included! It’s close, personal, and extremely sexy. Instructions for taking it off are not provided—or necessary! Trust me, you’ll figure it out. Or you could always leave it on!”

MELISSA MCGILL, MORPHOLOGICALLY

“I went into launching this collection from a purely indulgent place. I gravitate towards the deeper more aphrodisiac oils such as sandalwood and euphoric notes like Palo Santo. As a hedonist, setting the mood with a candle or sharing a shower were forefront when making the Holy Wood Collection. Give one to a lover or two, or spoil yourself for the ideal Valentine’s gift.”

GEEKS OUT, JOHN JENNISON

“Geeks Out will be selling our signature T-shirts for that queer geeky cutie you might need a gift for!”
Queer Expression Valentine’s Fair at Littlefield, 622 Degraw St (btwn Third/Fourth Aves), Gowanus, artsandqueers.com. February 8 from 11pm–6pm; free.