Home Decor

House Portraits

Artist Alexandra Schmeling will paint a custom watercolor painting of a home. You can give one of her "kits" for the holidays and give your loved one the opportunity to commission their own piece and have the fun of working with the artist themselves! Makes a great gift for moving, house-warming, birthdays or holidays! Price varies on size of painting. $100 to $200. Email shop@madeinalx.com to get started.

Modern Chiminea

Modern back yard Chiminea style outdoor fireplace, made from Corten steel, which will hold up to the elements. This can be set up on a patio or in a grassy backyard if placed on a hard, nonflammable surface. 56” tall, 31” wide at the base. By Del Ray Metalworks. Alexandria-area delivery available. $1,995

Unique Mosaics

Mosaics can be functional as well as pretty. This gorgeous glass mosaic bud vase is a colorful addition to your home or office. Pictured: Vase by Eileen O'Brien. $75

Made of tiny bits of glass, this Bento Box mosaic by Maria Vud of Old Town Mosaic Art is perfect for any sushi lover. $180

This glass and ceramic mosaic trivet by Eileen O'Brien will add color and sparkle to your dining room table this season! Cork bottom, glass and ceramic. $55

Concrete and Metal Creations

This Deco Jar by Lykha Designs can be used for a variety of things, like holding pens, candies or just as a simple décor piece. Made from concrete and in small batches in Alexandria. Approximately 3" x 4". $30

This elegant candleholder is designed to hold two standard candlesticks. Comes in tan (shown) as well as coral, dark grey and other colors. Made of lightweight concrete by Nomadico Shop. $20

Flowers Forever

These gorgeous metal flowers are shaped from sheet metal and painted. They look realistic but will last forever. Shown in a vase by Infinite Variations Pottery. Roses by Del Ray Metalworks, $35 to $60.

From Local Authors

Old Town Mysteries

The latest book by John Adam Wasowicz came out this year, and it's a perfectly local winter read! In the middle of a "Murder in the Museum" skit, a real murder occurs, sending Alexandria prosecutor Mo Katz into trial model as he interviews a group of quirky suspects to solve the crime. Be sure to check out the entire series! $21.95

Rescue 'Tails'

By Kathy Callahan, this book details one Alexandria family’s story about fostering more than 100 dogs in their home, each one teaching a new lesson. $18.95

Local History

A Scottish Migration to Alexandria is history told through the experience of William Gregory and the two places at each end of his journey — Kilmarnock in Scotland and Alexandria, Virginia. By Ellen Hamilton. $26.95

Soft and Warm

These painted burlap pillows by Garden Home are a wonderful addition to your living room or bedroom decor. Tip: All

pillow are 30% off while they last this winter at

Made in ALX. Pictured: Poppy Seeds by Garden Home, $35 on sale.

Stitched by Ellen Hamilton of Yellow Dot Designs, these warm, soft scarves will be a go-to accessory all winter. Comes in a variety of designs. $35