Score the title of best gift-giver this year.

There's something undeniably special when someone opens your present and you notice a glimmer in their eye, the slight upwards curve of a smile. For those of you that revel in being skilled gift-givers, these markets are for you. Traverse indoor and open-air bazaars to explore one-of-a kind handmade and vintage goods; and perhaps even pick up a little souvenir for yourself. These holiday fairs will be brimming with the loveliest crafts that are bound to make you question how you ever lived without that gorgeous teapot or ultra nifty purse with a multitude of secret compartments. Here are some of the best markets in the area, starting as soon as this weekend.

Crafted SF

Pottery by Kenny Sing

Crafted SF curates stunning work from emerging artists. Explore gorgeous handmade ceramics and jewelry at their December show from local makers including SF-based Kenny Sing who melds digital design with pottery. // 11am to 6pm, Dec 2nd and 3rd, 1616 Pacific Ave. (Nob Hill), craftedsf.art/dec-show