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What’s better than snagging a one-of-a-kind gift handmade by a local artist? How about getting a free keepsake to go with it?

Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts, an art cooperative in The Cotton Exchange, is full of decorative and functional three-dimensional works from artists who live within 30 minutes of downtown Wilmington, and 80 percent of the items are under $50. If you shop now through the end of December, with any purchase you get a bonus clay pottery keepsake containing an inspirational message. There are many to choose from, including “It is not the destination but the journey.” Give one to someone special or find one that speaks to you.

The 20 artists who sell their wares at the shop have been getting together for weeks to make the free gifts. They will continue to create more throughout the holiday season.

Some great buys at Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts this week include unique purses for $25 and an oval clay fish platter for $38. Small pieces start at $10. There is also an eye-catching selection of handmade jewelry. Whatever you get there, you can be certain you won’t find anything else like it.

SOURCE -  http://retail.blogs.starnewsonline.com/10975/unique-finds-and-a-bonus-too/