5 places to make handmade gifts for the holidays

Nothing beats a handmade holiday present.

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A glass-blown ornament makes for a special gift for the holidays.

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It’s officially the gift-giving season, and if you don’t want to bother with shipping deadlines or shopping the shelves, consider these local spots to make your own handmade gifts for the holidays.

The Chattery
There are several upcoming classes that would make for perfect gifts — like making your own ceramic snowman, liqueurs, and a holiday necklace.

The Knot & Needle
Check out the December calendar for classes like crafting your own ornaments, needle-felted snowmen, and painting with wool.

Ignis Glass Studio
Head to this downtown glassblowing studio to craft an heirloom glass ornament or paperweight.

Board and Brush
Book a pick-your-project workshop to create your own unique wood sign or stop by the DIY Ornaments Workshop on Monday, Dec. 16 to create a set of holiday ornaments.

The Sweet & Savory Classroom
Take a cooking class to learn how to make seasonal treats to gift this season like holiday yeast breads, cookies, peppermint patties, fudge, and gingerbread.

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