Meadowbrooke Gourds grows and handcrafts decorative hard-shell gourds on a 200-acre farm in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. What began when farmer Ben Bear turned an overlooked crop into carved bells, birdhouses and snowmen in 1993 has grown into a small team crafting more than 250 kinds of gourds. Each piece takes nearly a year from seed to shelf and carries the natural variations of a farm-grown material.
Byers' Choice LTDSince 1978, family-owned Byers’ Choice LTD. has handcrafted Carolers and seasonal display pieces in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. Built from wire, clay and fabric by local artisans, its figures are made in the USA and have become the centerpiece of a company-operated visitor center, Christmas museum and gift shop. Through the Byers Foundation, the company also directs 20% to charity.CHALFONT, PA
PetalsFor more than 30 years, Petals has been known for handcrafting lifelike silk florals in its Cincinnati, Ohio facility. Its floral artisans create maintenance-free décor for homes and offices, with designs shipped ready to display.CINCINNATI, OH
Nelson GiftsFrom its Steubenville, Ohio, shop, Nelson Gifts is a small family-owned manufacturing company making handcrafted gifts and décor with a distinctly American and regional character. Its offerings range from patriotic outdoor pieces and classic-art designs to state ornaments, camping gifts, and its own themed popcorn. The company says it combines careful handcrafting with innovative solutions across its wide-ranging gift lines.STEUBENVILLE, OH