PHOTOS: 10 Gift Ideas at Arlington Centered

Part of a series highlighting Arlington's local businesses before the holidays.

Gift Ideas at Arlington's Local Businesses If you're a local business owner in Arlington and would like to be a part of the series, email Arlington Patch Editor John Waller at john.waller@patch.com.

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Your Handywoman

A Challenge to Readers: Give Thanks by Making Gifts

It’s that time of year to extend our hearts out to others.

It’s that time of year again. You know, that time when most people extend their hearts out in some shape or form to others. Whether it is through gifts or acts of kindness, this time of year seems to open people’s hearts. And the awesome thing about the holidays is the way everyone feels: It doesn’t matter if you do the giving or receiving, caring always feels good. This year I have a challenge for you. If you are fairly handy or have ambitions to be handy, I challenge you to make gifts rather than buy them. I think we can all agree that there is something indescribable about putting your own sweat (and sometimes blood) into a gift for someone. I have been making gifts for family and friends since I can remember. And my parents still have …

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