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Don't you just love that empty feeling you get when you're gifted an overpriced, mass-produced piece of plastic junk for Christmas?

Yeah. I love it like I love an ugly Christmas sweater-induced heat rash. Avoid being that guy this holiday season and take shopping local a step further by shopping handmade gifts from Tulsa vendors. <a href="http://www.christinesharpcrowe.com"/>Christine Sharp-Crowe of the collective of Tulsa expert crafters make:Tulsa</a> shows us how.

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<h2>Handmade Gifts for the Ladies</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4401" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/bohemian/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4401" title="Bohemian Romance" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Bohemian-500x375.jpg" alt="Bohemian Romance" width="500" height="375" /></a></p>
<strong>Bohemian Romance</strong>
So much of the steampunk movement is geared towards the guys, but Bohemian Romance makes amazing steampunk jewelry for the ladies as well.
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bohemianromance"></a>Bohemian Romance on Etsy
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4400" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/sunshine/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4400" title="Sunshine &amp; Carousels" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Sunshine.jpg" alt="Sunshine &amp; Carousels" width="480" height="602" /></a></p>
<strong>Sunshine &amp; Carousels</strong>
Sunshine and Carousels' line includes handmade hair accessories, shoe clips, art, statement pieces, jewelry and sashes, you know, something for everyone.
Where: Dolce Vita, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/sunshineandcarousels"></a>Sunshine and Carousels at Etsy
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4399" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/apron/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4399" title="One Room Schoolhouse" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Apron-500x746.jpg" alt="One Room Schoolhouse" width="500" height="746" /></a></p>
<strong>One Room Schoolhouse</strong>
One Room Schoolhouse makes something every lovely lady in your life needs: fashionable aprons (did I mention I have a collection of aprons in my kitchen? I need to add one of these to my own wishlist).
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/oneroomschoolhouse"></a>One Room Schoolhouse on Etsy
<h2>Handmade Gifts for the Men</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4398" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/pocketwatch/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4398" title="Gleeful Peacock" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/pocketwatch-500x374.jpg" alt="Gleeful Peacock" width="500" height="374" /></a></p>
<strong>Gleeful Peacock</strong>
Not only does Gleeful Peacock make some of my favorite hair accessories (I can be seen sporting one of these almost every day of the week) and jewelry, but this year she is also making pocket watches – a perfect gift for the mister in your life.
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/gleefulpeacock"></a>Gleeful Peacock on Etsy
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4397" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/robotprint/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4397" title="Vandroid" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/robotprint.jpg" alt="Vandroid" width="360" height="360" /></a></p>
<strong>Vandroid</strong>
What guy doesn’t need some robot wall art??? Ask my husband (or any other man I know) and the answer is none. Best gift ever!
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Vandroid"></a>Vandroid on Etsy
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4396" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/beltbuckle/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4396" title="Two Dog Designs" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/beltbuckle-500x395.jpg" alt="Two Dog Designs" width="500" height="395" /></a></p>
<strong>Two Dog Designs</strong>
TwoDogDesigns makes unique handmade Bronze Belt Buckles.
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/twodogdesigns"></a>Two Dog Designs on Etsy
<h2><strong>Handmade Gifts for the Kids / Teens</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4395" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/hollyrocks/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4395" title="Hollyrocks" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/hollyrocks-500x509.jpg" alt="Hollyrocks" width="500" height="509" /></a></p>
<strong>HollyRocks</strong>
Holly makes a variety of bright and colorful polymer clay items that are sure to please the young or young at heart. ($6-$12)
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/hollyrocks"></a>HollyRocks
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4394" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/teether/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4394" title="Sweet Baby Designs" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/teether-500x500.jpg" alt="Sweet Baby Designs" width="500" height="500" /></a></p>
<strong>Tweet Baby Designs</strong>
Looking for gift for a baby or new parents? Tweet Baby Designs caries handmade amber, wooden, and fabric teething necklaces for little ones cutting those first teeth. ($15-$25)
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tweetbabydesigns"></a>Tweet Baby Designs
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4393" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/cuddlemonster/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4393" title="cuddle monster" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/cuddlemonster-500x666.jpg" alt="cuddle monster" width="500" height="666" /></a></p>
<strong>Cuddle Monsters</strong>
These little monsters are such cutie little plushies!
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/cuddlemonstre"></a>Cuddle Monsters on Etsy or <a href="http://www.dwellingspaces.net"></a>Dwelling Spaces.
<h2>Handmade Gifts for Anyone</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4392" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/christine/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4392" title="Christine Sharp-Crowe" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/christine-500x666.jpg" alt="Christine Sharp-Crowe" width="500" height="666" /></a></p>
<strong>Christine Sharp-Crowe &amp; weather&amp;noise</strong>
Okay, a little shameless self promotion here, but my new line of housewares includes Linen Tea Towels, Screenprinted Pillow Covers, Embroidery Hoop Wall Art and more.
Where: <a href="http://www.christinesharpcrowe.com"></a>ChristineSharpCrowe.com, <a href="http://www.dwellingspaces.net"></a>Dwelling Spaces, Pamper Me on Brookside
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4391" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/framed/"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4391" title="Samantha Lamb Photography" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/framed.jpg" alt="Samantha Lamb Photography" width="346" height="480" /></a></p>
<strong>Samantha Lamb Photography</strong>
Some of my favorite pieces of artwork in my home are courtesy of this lovely lady. She captures the essence of Oklahoma life in such a beautiful way.
Where: <a href="http://samanthalambphotography.myshopify.com/collections/hand-framed-artwork-love-from-my-cottage-to-yours"></a>SamanthaLambPhotography.com
<p style="text-align: center;"><a rel="attachment wp-att-4390" href="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/2010/12/shop-handmade-gifts-tdt-holiday-gift-guide-2010/soap/"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-4390" title="Indian Moon Soap Company" src="http://www.tashadoestulsa.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/soap-500x374.jpg" alt="Indian Moon Soap Company" width="500" height="374" /></a></p>
<strong>Indian Moon Soap Co.</strong>
I bought Indian Moon Soap at Indie Emporium this year and love it. I have to recommend the Lavender &amp; Rosemary because it smells SO amazing.
Where: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/indianmoonsoap?ref=seller_info"></a>Indian Moon Soap Co. on Etsy

<strong>So</strong>. Which goodies from local makers are you going to serve up under the Christmas tree this year?