Budget gift: Slew of choices at Made in Lake Tahoe

For this holiday season, many people suggest shopping locally. The reasons are obvious. But in addition to helping local business owners, why not help local artists as well.

There is a great shop in South Lake Tahoe that offers many gift ideas for under $20. I’m talking about Made in Lake Tahoe at Ski Run Marina. The shop offers only handmade items, by over 50 local artists and crafters.

For $20 or less you can get a beautiful pair of handmade sterling silver earrings made by Range of Light Designs which has been in business in South Lake Tahoe since 2005. Or, how about a clip-framed photo of our beautiful lake, taken by local photographer Richard Matera. They make great gifts to take along when visiting out-of-town friends and family.

Other ideas are knitted scarves and hats, ceramic items, photo cards, feather jewelry, calendars and books. All great choices for under $20.

So have fun shopping, and help your community, too.

— Carol Matera