6 places in Huntsville + beyond to make unique holiday gifts

The owner of Cope Plant Shoppe at Stovehouse Gas Light Alley displays two terrarium ornaments in front of many plants on shelves — Pair the perfect plant with a pretty pot or attend the Plant Santa Dessert Social on Sunday at Cope Plant Shoppe. (Lisa Battles / Hville Blast)

Although the shopping days are dwindling before Christmas, we have some ideas that will keep you from rushing into impulse buys, help you check off your list with gifts that are extra special, and — maybe the best part — allow you to slow down and enjoy the season.

Here are a few spots in and around Huntsville to make unique holiday gifts for your loved ones.

1. Studio 127 in South Huntsville

A mixed media art journal at Studio 127, a place to make unique holiday gifts and create art for any occasion. — Set aside time for art journaling at Studio 127. (Courtesy of Studio 127)

Experiment with mixed media to make beautiful journals and more at Studio 127 in the Main Street South Shopping Village.

Create or start a journal to give as a gift to a friend and go back to open art journaling sessions to continue building it together.

December Open Art Journaling

When: Saturday, Dec. 20, 1:30-3:30PM
Details: Open art journaling at Studio 127 is devoted time to work on art journal projects. While there is no instruction, you can purchase starter kits + swap tips + supplies with other creators.
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Studio 127 General Info

Where: 7500 Memorial Pkwy SW #110, Huntsville, AL 35802
When: Hours vary based on class schedule.
Contact: Website | Facebook

2. Embrace Candles at Lowe Mill

Candle making at Embrace Candles at Lowe Mill in Huntsville, Alabama — Our team recently enjoyed a candle-making class at Embrace Candles at Lowe Mill. (Hville Blast)

A finished candle at Embrace Candles in Lowe MIll. — Our team recently enjoyed a candle-making class at Embrace Candles at Lowe Mill. (Hville Blast)

While gifting a candle may seem impersonal to some, it’s hardly that when you make it yourself!

The Hville Blast team had a fun, creative experience making candles at Embrace Candles at Lowe Mill. Check the shop’s booking calendar below to book individual seats or schedule a private class for a group.

Where: 2211 Seminole Dr SW #121, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Thursday-Saturday, 11AM-7PM
Contact: Website | Facebook

3. Pinot’s Palette in Providence

Customer painting at Pinot's Palette classes — Book one of many holiday-themed classes at Pinot’s Palette. (Lacey Muenstermann / Hville Blast)

The Providence location of this popular paint-and-sip studio has classes galore to unleash your Christmastime creativity. Classes range from painting a camping Christmas to Jolly St. Nick to starry Northern lights and other wintry scenes.

Where: Parade Street STE 102, Huntsville, AL 35806
When: Tuesday-Thursday, 5PM-9PM; Friday, 3-9PM; Saturday 11AM-9PM; Sunday 1PM-9PM
Contact: Website | Facebook

4. Huntsville Art Supplies Art Cafe at Lowe Mill

Stop by the Art Cafe at Huntsville Art Supplies in Lowe Mill and select from a menu of self-guided art experiences. You’ll be served with top-quality supplies to create something beautiful and one-of-a-kind.

Explore media including charcoal, collage, brush pens, watercolor, gouache and printmaking. There’s even a kids’ menu, including oil pastels, Posca paint markers, drawing and colored pencils.

Where: 2211 Seminole Dr SW Studio 269, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Wednesday-Saturday, 11AM-7PM
Contact: Website | Facebook

5. Cope Plant Shoppe at Stovehouse’s Gas Light Alley

The entry to Cope Plant Shoppe in Gas Light Alley at Stovehouse, a great place to make unique holiday gifts in Huntsville — Know a plant lover? Cope Plant Shoppe is full of ideas you can assemble yourself.. (Lisa Battles / Hville Blast)

Cope Plant Shoppe at Stovehouse’s Gas Light Alley is full of delightful things to choose the perfect plant and pots, terrariums, ornaments and more.

This Sunday evening, the shop is hosting a Plant Santa Dessert Social, where a ticket admits you to a swap with other plant lovers. The Cope team will group attendees based on the approximate value of plants and cuttings, and participants will enjoy treats, discounts, chances for door prizes and social time.

Where: 3414 Governors Dr SW Suite 430, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Sunday, Dec. 21, 4-7PM
Event: $10 ticket | Details
Contact: Website | Facebook

6. Keramos Ceramics in Hartselle

A painted decorative Christmas tree at Keramos Ceramics in Hartselle, Alabama, which offers classes to make unique holiday gifts and decor. — Keramos Ceramics in downtown Hartselle offers paint-your-own pottery sessions and classes. (Courtesy of Keramos Ceramics)

A child's small, painted decorative Christmas tree at Keramos Ceramics in Hartselle, Alabama, which offers classes to make unique holiday gifts and decor. — Keramos Ceramics in downtown Hartselle offers paint-your-own pottery sessions and classes. (Courtesy of Keramos Ceramics)

Create a custom mug in a special class on Saturday at Keramos Ceramics in downtown Hartselle, or pop in during regular and holiday hours this week and the early part of next to pick and paint your own pottery.

Project Class: Mugs

When: Monday, Dec. 20, 10AM-Noon
Details: This adult class teaches how to make a hand-built, standard-sized mug.
Cost: $40
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Keramos Ceramics General Info

Where: 110 Sparkman St SW, Hartselle, AL 35640
Special Holiday Week Hours: Open Monday, Dec. 22, 10AM-6PM + Wednesday, Dec. 23, 10AM-Noon
Typical Hours: Wednesday, Noon-4PM; Thursday-Friday Noon-6PM; Saturday 9AM-2PM
Contact: Facebook

What’s your favorite place to make unique holiday gifts? We’d love to hear about your experiences exploring your creative side this season.

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