Buy Handmade, Buy Local

So this year I'm trying to make as many holiday gifts as I can for friends and family. What I can't make, I will try to buy from others selling handmade, and I will try to buy those locally. Sacramento has a great handmade scene with LOTS of talented folk. My first idea is already featured in my ArtFire Studio and Etsy Shop
http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&sc_id=100684&seller_id=92783&op=new
I just love making these beaded drapes for glass ball ornaments. It's been giving me a chance to expand my color palette too, which is ALWAYS good for an artist or crafter.
My second idea is cotton crochet dishcloths. I figured out my own pattern that has lots of good bumps and ridges that are great for scrubbing. I have quite a few made, and have sold some at local craft fairs, but I don't have photos of any of them yet, so I haven't listed them in my shop. If the insurance company is timely in responding, I may be able to replace my digital camera soon. If not, I'll either be in a hiatus from listing, or be begging my good friend to trade photo skills for handmade items. :) Beyond that, I'm still getting my gifting list together. Good thing my current class is over on Dec 15th - I'll sure need those 10 days for crafty time!