Creative
Are the choirs of inflation making your festive holiday giving sound more like singing the blues ? Make this holiday season a little brighter by finding gifts that will create memories and moments for all those involved . Here are four local businesses that offer some unique gift ideas that will make your holidays sing without breaking your budget .
Earth & Fire Pottery
4212 Charlestown Road , New Albany
Still searching for that perfect gift ? Remember those oldfashioned ceramic Christmas trees that were adorned with lights sitting on your grandmother ’ s table ? Your family can make one of those this year at Earth & Fire Pottery in New Albany . Owner Rebecca Van Cleave notes that the trees are one of their most popular holiday gifts .
Family platters , cups , and plates are also always welcome gifts during this festive season . Children look forward to their “ Paint with Santa ” time in early December . A gift certificate can give the creative experience to your loved one . Though no appointments are necessary , parties of more than four may wish to make a reservation , especially on the weekends .
Holiday traditions write an important part of our story . Enhance your gift-giving this year by creating some lasting memories and forming new traditions by supporting Southern Indiana ’ s local businesses .
34 NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2022
Handpainted pottery at Earth & Fire . Photo courtesy Earth & Fire Pottery .