The holidays are fast approaching, and we’re starting to feel that magical seasonal energy take hold. Who better to help us make the most of that festive spirit than actor, comedian, author, TV personality, bona fide whimsy enthusiast, and die-hard Etsy devotee Whoopi Goldberg? “I’m a huge fan of Etsy because you can find items from artisans from all over the world,” she says. “From clothes to things for your hair—you name it, someone on Etsy is making it.”
Today, we’re thrilled to share her unique perspective and surprising finds with the whole Etsy community in the Whoopi Loves the Holidays guide. It’s stocked with irresistible items, from aww-inspiring felt figurines to hand-hewn tableware, from comfy tunics to critter-themed slippers.
Each and every piece is just as delightful as Whoopi herself, and lovingly made by the brilliant artisans and makers she’s proud to boost this holiday season and beyond. “Everybody has a dream—why not support their dreams?” she says. “Somebody supported mine. It feels right that I should support others’.”
Read on to journey into Whoopi’s world—and get plenty of inspo to take your gift list for family, friends, and yourself to enchanting new heights.
Gifts, gifts, gifts!

In search of gifts that will make a big impression? Whether you’re shopping for someone who’s near or far (or looking for a way to treat yourself), you can show them love with a one-of-a-kind wonder. “An amazing gift is something that someone thought they would like to have, but never thought they would have—because who would make it?” she says. “Well, someone on Etsy makes it!” Get inspired to gift.
Bring it home

The Unqualified Hostess author knows that there’s no one right way to set a dinner table—or a festive scene—and counts Etsy as a go-to source for the unforgettable extras that will make her (future) gatherings legendary. “I shop Etsy for everything under the sun—plates, glasses, knickknacks, troll dolls—whatever I think will be fun on my table,” she says. Browse Whoopi’s decor discoveries.
Get her look

“Comfortable, good looking and roomy.” We asked Whoopi what defines the wardrobe essentials she comes to Etsy for; judging from her picks, we’d also add sculptural, chic, and utterly effortless to that list of descriptors. Get Whoopi’s style.
Whoopi’s fave Etsy purchases

Whether your eyes light up at a miniature masterpiece for your garden, or your heart goes all aglow for a wool-felted animal, you’ll be enthralled by these picks that Whoopi especially loves. Of three handcrafted cats she scooped up on past Etsy perusals, Whoopi says: “It’s the best time I’ve had buying anything.” Go all-in on whimsy.
71 comments
Olga Kaplina from FunnyLoopsFinds said 53 days ago
I’m a huge fan of Whoopi Goldberg! These are so adorable!
TheGlowingSkin from TheGlowingSkin said 53 days ago
Love Whoopi finds. The felt animal are adorable. These are Beautiful artisans in Etsy
Amy L Burns from AmyBurnsBooks said 53 days ago
Those boots!
Bob Hawaii from HawaiiBobsGardenArts said 53 days ago
Love the mice! Everyone has a collection. Weather it’s grapes, cows, or mice You can always find a spot for a new Piece of art! HawaiiBobs
Sweet Honey Readings from SweetHoneyReadings said 53 days ago
Now she got good taste especially in the kitchen department!!!! I have to view these products myself.
Candace Mylife said 53 days ago
I just love u so much
Donna Westerkamp from DonnaWesterkamp said 53 days ago
So many talented designers! Great gift ideas too.
Denise Plourde said 53 days ago
Yes, please! Love all these products! Appreciate the talent of each artist.
Amy Winslow Wright from overthefenceart said 53 days ago
So fun to see Whoopi's favorites. The mice are my favorite. What talented Etsy artists.
Alison Thompson from minihouseportraits said 52 days ago
Whoopi Thanks for supporting Etsy Shops!
Daniel Brody said 52 days ago
im a huge fan of whoopi goldberg
Linda Micardi from CottonCreekCottage said 52 days ago
Thanks for your support Whoopi!
Juliet from StainedGlassSales said 52 days ago
Those are the cutest Mouse Slippers!!! What a tail...
Sharon from YearsAfter said 52 days ago
LOVE Whoopi's Choices! And I love the Our Story Painting too! :)
Keith from KOKOABOTANICS said 52 days ago
SUCH AN ICON! I love these wooden kuksas. That pumpkin pie cat custome!
Robin from TresGatosStudio said 52 days ago
I've always loved Whoopi -- so funny and so smart! I love her little anomal favorites -; the silly Siamese cat, especially!
Tatyana M from DesingArtbyTaMi said 52 days ago
С большим удовольствием покупаю изделия мастеров и художников, сделанные с душой и любовью!
Shirley Carr from gaynells said 52 days ago
Great choices and fun ones too! Thanks Whoopi!
John C. Bielik from MarbledPaperArtisan said 51 days ago
I am not surprised that Whoopie would shop Etsy.
Gillian Northcott from esanivintage said 51 days ago
Great quirky products,
Linda White from OldLadyWhite said 51 days ago
Hi Whoopi, your sense of humor can be seen when it comes to fashion. Your favorites are all fun, colorful, refreshing & charming. Your choice of shoes & boots is so uplifting and cheerful! Hard to have a bad day when your clothes are so fun! Mask up, wash hands, remember social distancing & enjoy yourself! Yes, I watch your show everyday! :)
Christina from BanglezBazar said 51 days ago
Awesome picks
Serhii Salii from BazilikEU said 51 days ago
Whoopi's so cool actress! Thanks for sharing this.
Orah Busy Queen Bee from InJoyEmporium said 51 days ago
Thanks! Whoopie for supporting Etsians! I love You & the View. The View is my Woman’s Group now with Covid stay at home.
peggy vysniauskas said 51 days ago
Love the animals. I wish I could afford them.❤
Camera Lamps from VintageCameraLamps said 50 days ago
My mom loves Whoopi. I remember watching her and Robin on Comic Relief as a kid and thinking, "What cool people!" I like the idea of giving back and making people feel good at the same time through entertainment.
Amanda N. from FlowerAndEarthSoaps said 50 days ago
I do like that tunic. Very stylish, comfortable...and compatible with different looks.
Sandy Lamontagne from Grandmasandeze said 50 days ago
I'm a huge fan! Glad to see she loves Etsy too...
Debra Lowe from RosebudsnPearls said 50 days ago
Love the mice!! Love Whoopi! Win, Win, thanks for supporting all us starving artists. Since I am fortunate enough to not be starving, I think it may mean starving for a sale~
Marsha Laine from FlashbackATX said 50 days ago
Love your quirky delightful taste Whoopi and love you! Those boots are killing me and the mice!! So cool, just like you. I record The View every day and watch it while I'm working. Thanks for supporting Etsy.
Lucidity Garments from LucidityGarments said 50 days ago
Wow, Whoopi's picks are very much Whoopi. I loved her since The Color Purple. I've watched it more than 20 times. Now I have to watch it again!!!!
Deborah from AntMablesAttic said 49 days ago
These items are adorable and much Respect to Whoopi Goldberg.
Karen Peterson said 49 days ago
A few months ago I bought the Climbing Wire Art Sculpture from an artist in Greece. I first saw it on Whoopi's background on The View, and searched Etsy! I love it!
Eleanor from EEEsGems said 49 days ago
Love all the nice also different unique and precious and not breathing good choices
Gilda delos Santos from Didingcrafts said 49 days ago
I’m a fan of Whoopi Goldberg. I like her choices of cute little things made by Etsy creative sellers.
Walter's Studio from WalterFariasFineArt said 49 days ago
Whoopi Thanks for supporting Etsy Shops!
Sarah from HidenIntelligent said 49 days ago
I'm a huge fan. Love you!
Earth Wood Fire Design from EarthWoodFireDesign said 49 days ago
Wonderful!!
Nestor from SofiaAndLunaJewelry said 49 days ago
Whoopi Thanks for supporting Etsy Shops!
L Rotsen Studio from LRotsenStudio said 49 days ago
Whoopi Thanks for sharing and supporting Etsy Shops!
doreen geiss said 48 days ago
I am a big fan of Whooping & loved the items she presented on the View on her birthday. I just love those boots! I' m thinking they would be a great gift to me! 😊
Earth and Sky Alchemy Christopher and Amy from EarthandSkyAlchemy said 48 days ago
Love Whoopi and love her excellent picks!
Padmini Persaud-Obasi from BrooklynLotus said 48 days ago
Great list. Love them all!
Michele from ShellyCake said 48 days ago
So fun and all so unique - love Whoopi's finds - be happy and merry all!
Sorina from BijuBrill said 48 days ago
Why doesn't this surprise me that most of the items are so fun? :-D
solivia3 from MiaLuu said 48 days ago
Absolutely wonderful finds, thanks Whoopi!!!
Robin said 48 days ago
This was awesome. Thank you!
HelenVasyl Nemyrovski from DoubleJewelry said 48 days ago
Our hearts go all aglow for a wool-felted animal, they are really fine!!!
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 47 days ago
Beautiful inside and out ❣ Just like Whoopie ❣ Terrific Cat & Mouse Love
Dianna Kasper from DesignsbyDAC said 47 days ago
I love Whoopi. Whenever I can I will watch the view just to see her and to listen to what to what she is saying. I love those boots. They are cute.
Love Street Vintage from lovestreetsf said 47 days ago
The little mouse with heart....TOO CUTE!
Treva Slater from ModRetroLiving said 47 days ago
Love Whoopi and the felt cat...so darn cute. Thanks for sharing.
Juan and Lorena from trashsticker said 47 days ago
yessss
Sydney-Ann Murray from PebbleBeachJewels said 47 days ago
Love the mice Slippers!
Rosita from pillowlink said 47 days ago
Unexpected finds :) I really even could not imagine what she would liek from handmade goods. Now I see. :) Thank you!
Sue DeYoung Limeburner from suedeyoungstudio said 47 days ago
Love Whoopi!
Sarah from HidenIntelligent said 46 days ago
hoopi's so cool actress! I’m a huge fan of Whoopi Goldberg! These are so adorable! Thanks for sharing this.
MoonLadies from MoonLadies said 46 days ago
Thank you Whoopi for supporting Artists #supportartists
i am a birb said 46 days ago
yes
Crystal Salazar-Kolis said 46 days ago
I can’t get over how adorable the cat is! Love you Whoopi!
Mrs. Rettig said 45 days ago
Very nice. I watched Whoopi growing up.
Brenda Bailey said 45 days ago
I love it all and Whoopi Goldberg is amazing she has very good taste. And I love Esty all so.
Yana Korshunova from ArtbyYanaKorshunova said 45 days ago
Whoopi Goldberg has an amazing style! adore her ❤️
Freddy from FreddysCatToyz said 45 days ago
Shout out or rather a big Meow out to Whoopi for the support especially to us working (creative artists) woman and for small businesses and handmade products! Lots of blood, sweat and tears plus long hours that not only myself but other woman put into the work they create. Everything I make is with love. Here’s to all of us, even the ones like myself doing it all to support themselves and their families! Keep creating everyone. Thank you again, Whoopi for support the small businesses, you rock, sister! Cyber hugs to everyone.
Anna Selezneva from AnnyFunnyXx said 45 days ago
💖💖💖💖
Olga Gadach from EmbroideryByGadach said 43 days ago
The most magical holiday of the year is coming! Where adults and children alike rejoice and expect magic! I'm a big fan of Whoopi Goldberg!
Olga Gadach from EmbroideryByGadach said 43 days ago
The most magical holiday of the year is approaching. Adults and children alike expect miracles and make wishes. And they do come true!
middlecygnet said 42 days ago
Pleased to see Whoopi has associated herself with Etsy! She's the best!
Molly Florence McElroy said 19 days ago
Whoopi love your choices! CLASSIC STYLE
Molly Florence McElroy said 19 days ago
What can I say but my style in your choices. Little hippie and classic!
Rita from AmazingCareersDesign said 13 days ago
Ahaha OMG! I just love her <3