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If this isn't already on your radar, take note now. One weekend, a blowout sale and a 2-acre warehouse with aisle upon aisle of clothes, jewelry, books, home decor, appliances, tools and more. The famous White Elephant Sale presented by the Oakland Museum Women's Board is back in town. If the Alameda Flea Market is your thing, trek across the bridge for this event and make a beeline for the clothes.

<p>Join the San Francisco Art Institute for the Ninth Annual Winter Art Sale on Saturday, December 5 from 12-3 at the main campus, 800 Chestnut Street (at Leavenworth). Stop by to peruse the large collection of one-of-a-kind items made by talented artists, enjoy the view, and relax to the music. There will be face painting and a free art-making area for the kids. It’s the perfect place to start or finish your holiday shopping. The event is free and open to the public.

Spend your Sunday in Sausalito for the Heath Ceramics Bazaar. With a long list of varied vendors, you'll find everything from jewelry by Melissa Joy Manning to Coyuchi linens and more. This is no hokey craft fair, so mark your calendars now. Don't miss it.

Getting crafty has never been so cool—DIY is where it's at these days, so get yourself over to the American Craft Council Show to peruse the wares of more than 250 artists showcasing their fashions, jewelry, home décor and more. The largest juried craft show in the West, this event is your chance to shop a diverse array of one-of-a-kind pieces made from clay, fiber, glass, metal, mixed media, found objects and sustainable materials.

Note: Arrive after 5 p.m. on Friday and pay just $5 admission.

This Friday and Saturday from 10-5, find everything you need to adorn your home and body for up to 50% off at Sarlo's Annual Sale. Discounted items will include vintage and new furniture and lighting, candles by Seda France, Alkemie and Zoe Chico jewelry and decorative accessories. Don't have time to make it to the sale? Shop Gabriella Sarlo's covetable collection at 1stdibs.com.

Sarlo is located at 295 Kansas Street, SF 94103

This is your one-stop shop for a DIY extravaganza. Renegade’s holiday sale draws more than 150 urban art and crafters so that you can shop homemade. From jewelry and clothing to ceramics and stationery, you’ll find everything you need. Don’t forget to enter raffle contests and get silly in the free photo booth while you’re at it.