2023 Coastal Virginia Handmade Ornament Guide
Local holiday ornament shopping guide!
One of my favorite Christmas memories is going to pick out and then decorating the Christmas tree. This is my husband and I’s first Christmas married and to add to both our childhood ornaments, we’ve been collecting ornaments from our travels, purchasing from local makers, and even making some ourselves.
I think it’s so meaningful to purchase ornaments that have meaning or a story behind them. If you feel the same, check out these coastal Virginia businesses you can purchase from this holiday!
Cheers,
Emily
Photos are from each of the businesses’ websites.
Jessica Bordi Art
Handpainted Custom Ornaments
Order a custom handpainted wood ornament of your loved ones as a gift or keep for yourself! Can include names and the year. Email Jessica to order!
Werther Leather Goods
Octopus Santa Ornaments
These leather Christmas ornaments are handmade by Derek in Norfolk, VA. He makes these cute octopus santas and also elephant butts.
She Makes Art
Wooden Ball Ornaments
She Makes Art crafts these cute natural wood-burned ornaments. Available in round or bulb-shaped in a variety of colors. Choose from a selection of designs or place a custom order.
Renee Beamer Harbor + Home
Boho Ornaments
For the boho lover in your life, look no further! Renee Beamer makes beautiful ornaments.
Check our her wreaths and winter soulstice scented candle while you’re at it!
VA Goods
Artist-Made Ornaments
Head to VA Goods for a classic, yet unique, gift to adorn your Christmas tree or hang in your window year-round. The shop offers a large selection of ornaments including glass-blown balls and more.
Coleman Senecal Art
Heirloom Oil Painting Ornaments
Coleman’s tiny heirloom fine art oil painting landscape ornaments are framed in gorgeous handmade frames and tied with jewel-toned velvet ribbon. These are ornaments you’ll want to hang in your home year-round!
Jars of Dust
Spiral Ornaments
Elevate your decor with the timeless beauty of Jars of Dust’s Ceramic Spiral Ornaments. Crafted from high-quality stoneware clay, these durable ornaments blend seamlessly with your holiday style. Their versatile design and subtle color make them a perfect holiday gift.
Blair Family Woodcraft
Oval Painted Wood Ornaments
These 4“ oval original acrylic paintings are sublimation printed on solid pine and adorned with soft green velvet ribbon. Bonus: there’s a magnet on the back to help you display the mini art piece year-round!
Ashlimarierose
Bespoke Celestial Portrait Minis
I ordered a custom silhouette of my husband (then boyfriend) and I last year and I adore it. These are beautiful and timeless works of art you can enjoy at Christmas or year-round!
Amy Miller Art & Design
Painted Globe Ornaments
These ornaments are individually painted and designed by contemporary abstract artist Amy Cole Miller. They make beautiful original holiday gifts!
Thirteen Winks
Virginia Beach Acrylic Skyline Ornaments
Thirteen Winks makes adorable artwork of including skylines! This acrylic ornament features my hometown’s skyline design printed on the back. Find all your favorite cities in her shop!
Beverly Gurganus Art
Handpainted Ceramic Ornaments
Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of the season with Beverly’s exquisite collection of handpainted ceramic ornaments. Her designs feature vintage-inspired florals in rich shades of deep burgundy, soft pinks, and shimmering gold and copper.
Monellisa
DIY Ornament Kit
Make your own set of 4 ornaments with this ornament kit! This DIY birchwood activity kit makes for a great activity for all ages. Check out Monellisa’s stationary, journals, and more on her website or at The Painted Tree!
Crafty Mink
Coastal Art Framed Ornaments
Each of Crafty Mink’s adorable and funky ornaments has hand-cut leather straps, metal frames, and watercolor paintings. Available for purchase at Kitsch Handmade, Sunshine Sweetpeas, and 17th Street Marketplace.
The Local Print Shoppe
Glass Ornaments
Shop locally designed and printed glass ornaments from The Local Print Shoppe! Options include everything from holiday to locally-inspired designs.
Sand & Salt
Clay Ornaments
Winter berries and a classic wreath design adorn Sand & Salt’s delicate designs for a classic Christmas. Sand & Salt also created an extra special ornament this year — an angel wing to honor those who can’t be with us.
ByJenniferLove
Handcut Paper Ornaments
This darling handmade paper ornament is made with a linoleum block print design. It is hand-cut, pre-folded, and comes with twine to hang it. The ornament can be conveniently unfolded for safe storage for future year’s use!
Tanyag Studio
Acrylic Ornaments with Calligraphy
Tanyag Studio offers gorgeous acrylic and wooden ornaments with calligraphy writing. You’ll find ornaments for newborns, cat and dog lovers, home owners, and more — all of which can be customized!
Fiona Twose Art
Art Collage Ornaments
Original art collage ornaments by Fiona will be available for sale at the Ghent Christmas Farmer’s Market on the first Sunday in December! These adorable cardinals are made with recycled paper, art paper, and handprinted paper on wood.
Kate Thomas Art
Original Handpainted Ornaments
These handpainted original ornaments and mini paintings by Kate can be hung on your tree or year-round on your walls!
Sara K Originals
Handpainted Wood Slice Ornaments
Lovingly and carefully hand-painted wood slice ornaments that will add just the right quiet touch to your decor this year. There will be only one of each design! You can purchase your favorite through Sara’s online shop beginning Friday, November 24, 2023 at 9am EST.
Looking to do more holiday shopping from local small businesses? Check out my shopping directory here!