It’s easy to tell a gift comes from the heart when it’s made by hand. Melike Yurttas, of Oakwood, often makes personalized trinkets and home decor items for her friends and family. Yurttas, a freelance architect and native of Istanbul, Turkey, has always been creative but didn’t start experimenting with crafts until four years ago.
Giving out gifts straight from the heart
Take time to make or buy handmade treasures