I compiled a small list of places to buy last minute hand-made / locally made / artisan gifts in the Boston area for all you last minute shoppers! If you know of more let me know!
Newbury handmade Market (Newbury St)
Harvard Sq Holiday Fair
Cambridge Artist Co-Op (Harvard Sq)
Sign of the Dove (Porter Sq)
Downtown Boston Holiday Market
Made in Fort Point
William Carlton Workshop (North End)