Can't Miss.dream weaver 1 These exquisite original art baskets are part of the McHenry Road Collection by Shad McMahon of McHenry, who has been involved in basketry basketry, art of weaving or coiling and sewing flexible materials to form vessels or other commodities. The materials used include twigs, roots, strips of hide, splints, osier willows, bamboo splits, cane or rattan, raffia, grasses, straw, and crepe paper. for 22 years. Most are made from foraged materials such as wisteria wisteria (wĭstēr`ēə) or wistaria (–târ`–), any plant of the genus Wisteria, , yucca yucca (yŭk`ə), any plant of the genus Yucca, stiff-leaved stemless or treelike succulents of the family Liliaceae (lily family), native chiefly to the tablelands of Mexico and the American Southwest but found also in the E United States , honeysuckle honeysuckle, common name for some members of the Caprifoliaceae, a family comprised mostly of vines and shrubs of the Northern Hemisphere, especially abundant in E Asia and E North America. , grapevine, and youpon that McMahon collects herself and hand-dyes. Prices range from $65 to $225. To order, call Shari directly at 601/928-3684 or visit her website at www.geocities.com/mchenry_road. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] hip to be square 2 The bold graphic composition of each one-of-a-kind mixed media work of art by Dyann Gunter of Jackson makes it an instant conversation piece. Colors vary and can be customized. Each 17" square piece is $200. Available at Stodghill & James Art Gallery, 830 Wilson Dr., Ste. C, Ridgeland, 601/899-9400; Latitudes, 1491 Canton Mart Rd., Jackson, 601/957-0738; or call Dyann directly at 601/750-8695. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] turkey talk 3 This simply perfect holiday centerpiece is crafted entirely from paper and natural ingredients that suit the season. $55. The Paper Place: 1941 Old Canton Rd., Jackson; 601/366-3675; and 1060 E. County Line Rd., Ridgeland; 601/957-1984. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] good spirits 4 Handcarved wood statues of saints, angers, and Jesus are a striking alternative to the standard holiday decorations. Each is hand-painted by artisans in Guatemala. Each $24. Coyote Wild, 1491 Canton Mart Rd., Ste. 10, Jackson; 601/899-8657. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] key ingredients 5 Show your style sense on your keyring. "Klinkys" are available in several designs from animal prints to funny slogans. Have them cut at any store that cuts keys. Each $6. Oddlee Unik, corner of Hwys. 15 and 16, Philadelphia; 601/656-8428. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] hot wires 6 The knitting and crocheting trend goes to a new extreme with this hand-crocheted jewelry made with copper wire and tiny beads. Bracelet, $72; brooch brooch Ornamental pin with a clasp to attach it to a garment. Brooches developed from the Greek and Roman fibula, which resembled a decorative safety pin and was used as a fastening for cloaks and tunics. , $30. Village Boutique, 1625 E. County Line Rd., Jackson; 601/957-0010. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] jolly old elf 7 Any child or child at heart would adore these lifelike Santa Claus dolls, handmade from head to toe by Louise Spell of Collins. No two dolls are exactly alike. Hand-sculpted, signed and numbered; each comes with a certificate of authenticity A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) is a seal or small sticker on a proprietary computer program, t-shirt, jersey, or any other memorabilia item, especially in the world of computers and sports, which is designed to demonstrate that the item is authentic. . Each $100. To order, call Louise at 601/797-4224 or email louisespell@webtv.net. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] boughs of holly 8 This captivating cap·ti·vate tr.v. cap·ti·vat·ed, cap·ti·vat·ing, cap·ti·vates 1. To attract and hold by charm, beauty, or excellence. See Synonyms at charm. 2. Archaic To capture. Christmas arrangement, featuring pyracantha pyracantha (pĭr'əkăn`thə) or firethorn, any hardwood evergreen shrub of the genus Pyracantha of the family Rosaceae (rose family). berries, pussy willow branches, and red ginger, can be made using fresh or permanent materials. Each $155. Petals & Pails, 103 Lake Harbour Dr., Ridgeland; 601/856-4314. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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