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8 Unique Handmade Gift Ideas From Local Artisans

Check out our holiday gift guide and support local artists!

 
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Crystal Lake resident Sarah Ogren's background in professional counseling greatly influences her work, as she is "amazed at how complex and often surprising a person’s inner life is." She creates unique collages, ornaments, sculptures, and other items. She's selling this collage for $32. See more of her work at www.etsy.com/people/sarahogren. Sarah Ogren
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Crystal Lake resident Sarah Ogren's background in professional counseling greatly influences her work, as she is "amazed at how complex and often surprising a person’s inner life is." She creates unique collages, ornaments, sculptures, and other items. She's selling this collage for $32. See more of her work at www.etsy.com/people/sarahogren. Credit Sarah Ogren
Karen Stahlecker designs jewelry using alternative materials such as silk and waxed Irish linen. Added pearls, stones, and glass make for truly unique designs. This long silk chain sells for $42. She has many items on display at the Icehouse Gallery in Barrington, and you can buy her art at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/WillOaksStudio.">http://www.etsy.com/shop/WillOaksStudio.</a> Credit Karen Stahleck
Graphic designer Nicole Termanas lives in Lake in the Hills and designs cards, invitations, notepads, and more. Support a local artist and browse her work at ww.etsy.com/shop/ArtsyNikki. Credit Nicole Termanas
Lake in the Hills artist Mary Ryan designs fashion and hair accessories, jewelry and handbags. This cozy scarf ($32) makes a stylish winter gift. Visit Mary's website at www.thelittlebrownbird.com for more items and information. Credit Mary Ryan
Jennifer Chase lives in Cary and creates beautiful necklaces and earrings with a vintage or antique touch. She's also featuring special holiday items, like this Santa necklace ($19) on her website at etsy.com/shop/jennilu. Credit Jennifer Chase
Algonquin resident Anna Drellack has always loved colorful fabrics, sewing and design. She now puts her talents to work making beautiful doll clothing. This winter dress is $18. Check out her shop at www.etsy.com/people/AnnaBellaArt. Credit Anna Bella
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J. Sams

3:53 pm on Saturday, December 11, 2010

I just want to say what a great job my fellow artists have been doing. You all have cute and beautiful items!

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Suzyn Gunther

10:16 am on Sunday, December 12, 2010

I am also a local rAlgonquin artist. Check out my Etsy shop for some very unique jewelry....great for gift giving, or a gift to yourself.

http://www.designsbysuzyn.etsy.com

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Sarah Ogren

9:05 am on Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Thanks for featuring my work.
Happy holidays everyone!

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Wendy

3:13 pm on Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Great selections! Thanks for including BOLT OF LIGHTNING enamel jewelry!
www.boltoflightning.etsy.com

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Jennifer Chase

3:45 pm on Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Thanks so much for featuring my work! I'm so honored to be included! Jennifer Chase
www.jennilu33.etsy.com

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nicole

5:38 pm on Monday, December 20, 2010

Thanks so much for including me! :) I'm flattered to have been chosen to be a part of this feature! www.artsynikki.etsy.com

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