Christmas is About Children at Make It Special

Most of us can remember a special Christmas we spent as a child and the wonderful gifts we received. The children in your life will remember this Christmas for years to come...so why not Make It Special?

Back for a third year at the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique, Claremore's own party store, Make It Special, will feature the high-quality Melissa and Doug line of toys.

What little girl wouldn't love this portable toy house and its accessories?

Or this precious Flip and Serve Pancake Set, complete with banana and blueberry pancakes...perfect for the budding chef in your life.

For the boys, there is this tote-and-go farm scene, which is sure to spark imaginative play, as well as wooden trucks, trains, and other transportation-related toys.

Popular last year were these Trunki riding suitcases, perfect for trips to Grandpa and Grandma's house...

And stocking stuffers abound, including this fun reusable sticker pad.

You won't want to miss Make It Special's booth at the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique November 13-15, 2014 at the RSU Centennial Center. The little ones in your life are guaranteed to have a very wonderful Christmas!

New Vendor G Wear Offers Environmentally Conscious Fashion

New Holiday Boutique vendor G Wear began as the vision of Stanley Jackson, an eco-friendly fashion designer, and was acquired by Michael Wilson in late 2011. Along with maintaining an eco-friendly foundation, with organic cottons and recycling t-shirts, G Wear is always looking towards the future - creating new designs and developing new products throughout the year.

The “G” stands for “green” and represents G Wear’s commitment to the recycling of materials in order to keep our environment clean while looking stylish. Products feature hand sewn appliqués from recycled materials that lend each item a unique, one-of-a-kind feel. Products are easily identified by the stripes on the sleeves, and the G Wear recycled logo making them “authentically G Wear.”

With football season in full swing, Holiday Boutique shoppers will appreciate G Wear's collegiate line, including this offering for Sooner fans...

And this super-cute option for Oklahoma State fans. Welcome G Wear to the Holiday Boutique family and find green gifts for all of the environmentally conscious on your Christmas list!

Mark your calendars now for the 2014 Holiday Boutique, November 13 through 15 at the RSU Centennial Center. Tickets are on sale soon! For more information, call (918) 343-1165.

Something Great Is Always Waiting Down a Dirt Road

Living in the country, we've got plenty of opportunities to drive on dirt roads. Dirt roads promise many things. The way home. A great yard sale. A calm fishing pond. We think dirt roads are some of the best roads around.

There's another really great dirt road in Claremore - Dirt Road Boutique in the Ne-Mar Shopping Center - and best of all, your car won't need washing after you go there!

A relative newcomer to the Claremore shopping scene, this little boutique is full of wonderful treasures. A recent visit turned up home decor, lamps, clothing, jewelry, and high-end florals. Dirt Road recently received a shipment of cute boot cuffs that will be the perfect fashion item this fall. They also have a wonderful assortment of game-day gear for local high schools.

Co-owner Patty worked for over 10 years as a floral designer with Cohlmia's in Tulsa. She will have a lovely assortment of fall florals perfect for your Thanksgiving buffet and all sorts of wreaths, mantelpieces, and Christmas trees for Christmas decorating. If you don't see what you want in Dirt Road's booth at the Holiday Boutique, Patty can make whatever you want after consulting with you for just a few minutes.

Another fun (and very useful!) item at Dirt Road Boutique is the Poo-Pourri line of toilet sprays. Made with all-natural essential oils, Poo-Pourri covers up a multitude of smells and helps you leave the bathroom with your head held high.

Dirt Road Boutique is an amazing new gift shop in Claremore and you're sure to find something really great for a special someone there. They will have two booths at the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique November 13-15, 2014 at the RSU Centennial Center. Patty says they will be bringing lots of holiday decor, including an upside down Christmas tree. We can't wait to see!

Find Something Charming at Vintique Charm

There is a bit of a resurgence on Main Street in Claremore. When our family first moved here, there wasn't much to choose from downtown. Many of the buildings sat empty and most, even those that were occupied, were long neglected. It looked a little sad and tired, to be frank.

Not so anymore. And one of the most wonderful places of all in downtown is a little shop called Vintique Charm. Tucked into the corner of Will Rogers Boulevard and Cherokee, in the Masonic Temple building, this gem is a treasure trove of hand-painted furniture, trendy clothing, affordable jewelry, home decor, and repurposed vintage items.

Featuring the popular Annie Sloan Chalk Paint line and milk paints, this cozy little shop houses a number of stunning furniture finds, including handmade farm tables that would look great in any kitchen. I recently stopped by and found the proprietress, Sheila, painting a jewelry armoire in a lovely shade of wedgwood blue. Let me tell you about Sheila. She is pretty wonderful! Just oozing with energy and customer service. Last year was her first year at the Holiday Boutique and our friends were charmed from their first glance at her booth. She brought the cutest assortment of hand-painted furniture, palazzo pants and leggings, pillows, signs, and much, much more. Her booth got barer and barer as the weekend came to a close.

The best part of the shopping experience at Vintique Charm is the price point. Sheila keeps her pricing affordable and refreshes her inventory often so that no two visits to Vintique Charm are the same.

There truly is something for everyone at Vintique Charm. You'll love the selection they will bring to the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique. Mark your calendars now for the Holiday Boutique, November 13-15, 2014. For more information about the Holiday Boutique or to purchase tickets, please call (918) 343-1165.