Holiday Gifting - Shop Local, Shop American: Christmas Ornaments

I'm always a little hesitant to buy people Christmas themed items for Christmas, because once the holiday is over they get put away. And a lot of them are knick knacks or corny. How many kitchen towels with elves and bells on them do you need?

But I think an ornament is the exception because ornaments become treasured memories of years gone by that are used and appreciated every year. I have ones from when I was a baby, really ugly ones that my I made with my Mom, and super old ones from my grandparents' trees that are priceless to me.

I personally collect ornaments and have them from all over the place. But I don't want plastic or other junk that's made in a factory. I prefer handmade, locally made, and natural materials. 

These ornaments from Wendell August are perfect!

West Side Market is perfect for your favorite foodie!
Tuck it into a basket of goodies you purchase at the market, add a bottle of wine and it will be a much appreciated gift.

For the Browns fan First Energy Stadium.
Be sure to package with some stadium mustard and a box of tissues.

I'm a sucker for Rudolph, aren't you? It's part of a 3 piece set.

Euclid Beach Park is full of nostalgia. Add to a basket of popcorn balls for a sweet treat.

Perfect for the CLE fan on your list

Wendell August currently has a sale going on - buy 4 get one free!

If you don't like my 5 choices, there's a ton to choose from including Kennywood, Baby's 1st Christmas, Pittsburgh, 1st Christmas for newlyweds and more.

I can't resist - here's a couple more:

This one has How To instructions on the back.
Wouldn't this be a great addition to some homemade or gourmet cocoa mix and marshmallows? Maybe add a bottle of Kahlua :)

How about a Christmas Pickle?

If you don't want to buy ornaments, they have a lot of other items available such as picture frames, jewelry, serving trays, etc.

If round glass ornaments are more the style you're looking for, click here for tons of pretty colors and designs.

Love these Cleveland That I Love ornaments from GV Art & Design.

You can find them at 17411 Detroit Ave. • Monday thru Friday 11am - 6pm • Thursday 11am - 8pm • Saturday 11am - 3pm. They have lots of other great CLE gifts like t-shirts, glassware and more.

*Photo credit: all photos from the Wendell August website except Rudolph. He's from MadeinUSAForever.com*