Local Merchants & Vendors


Don’s Seasoning Delight – All Purpose Seasoning & Marinade created by Aiken resident and Waynesboro, GA, native Donald Wesby. His tasty delight comes in original and spicy flavors. This “Chef In A Bottle” brings new flavor to all your favorite dishes from meats and vegetables to rice and salads. You can find his specialty in Kroger and Reids grocery stores in the CSRA. All locations are also listed on our web page www.seasoningdelight.com.

LightScentsations candles – Quite possibly the best smelling candles you will ever experience! Fine hand-poured candles made in Augusta, GA, by senior citizen Herman Parker. Featuring over 30 fragrances including the signature fragrance Creme Brulee.


“The Spoken Word” – Local author Ms. Carol Faust Spencer uses spiritual poetry to help guide all who read to heal, live and love again. An encouraging and uplifting read for those in times of need.

Anna’s Homemade Jams – Mennonite Anna Kaufman from Batesburg, SC, makes jams like your grandmother use to make. Featuring strawberry, blackberry, blueberry, peach and raspberry.


Bowls By DaveExperience a fine work of art with hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind bowls meti-culously carved and finished by Aiken resident Dave Smith. His beautifully crafted bowls come in all sizes, shapes and colors.

Neck Ties by Patricia Barnett – Sewn by England native and Aiken resident, Patricia Barnett, these hand-made neck ties are unlike any other! Made out of completely washable materials, these ties come in a variety of patterns and colors. Ties must be hand-washed and usually need little to no ironing. Ties come in seasonal and themed patterns and can also be custom ordered. Only one copy of the original is ever made.

Thelma Robinson – Gospel recording artist and lifetime Aiken resident Thelma J. Robinson sings praises to the Lord with two releases entitled “Waiting On The Lord” and “Heal The Land.”


“God Dog Connection” – This insightful and fascinating book is sure to please all who read! Author Ms. Marti Healy connects biblical lessons and every day life using real life experiences. Ms. Healy, who resides in Aiken, has worked as a professional writer for 30 years and as senior copywriter at the Design Group, Inc. Be sure to pick up your copy of this unique book today!

Faye-Rai Designs – Ms. Faye Rains, who lives in the area, offers a wide variety of hand-made gift ides. This talented lady has been sewing since she was just 10 years old! Offering unique items from hand-crafted Diaper Cakes to beautifully sewn purses, Ms. Raines designs are a one-of-a-kind gift idea for that special someone! Custom orders are always an option as well!


Classy Glass – Ms. JoAnne Coffaro, who recently retired to Aiken with her husband, hand paints beautiful designs on almost any glass surface. Though Ms. Coffaro had never painted before, she attended a craft fair over 10 years ago, and it was then that she fell in love with painted glass. Her hand painted specialties include wine glasses and accompanying gift bags but, she also takes special orders for anything you have in mind.

 


Jim BradshawPhotographs
Aiken resident Jim Bradshaw moved from Washington, DC, and brought with him 30 years of experience as a photographer. He produces fine-art prints of scenes taken in this country as well as abroad.
Jim takes each photograph, and then enhances the image in the computer to produce a different look. He makes every print himself. Black Art, landscapes, seascapes, and sunsets are a few of the categories represented in his collection.


Exquisite Designs by James Moton – Mr. Moton offers many selections of hand-carved Greek paraphernalia that can be compared to none! His unique items include superbly designed paddles and door hangers along with a variety of mirrors and plaques. Custom orders are available.

D&R Creative Designs – Aiken resident and renowned sketch artist Ron Krenta captures the essence of Aiken on note cards, which are the perfect gift for newcomers, tourists or anyone wishing to send a nice message to someone special. Ron’s handy work is also found on Aiken themed mugs with original photos taken by wife, Dolores.

Makal Ani Poetry Books – Makal writes his breath-taking poetry as a way of keeping the optimism that tomorrow will be better inside him. A wonderful Christian man, Mr. Ani is not only a poet but also a teacher and a philosopher as well. Do indulge yourself in some of his exciting and encouraging writings!

Jenny’s Candles by Mike Johnson – With these delightful lamps and his delicious smelling tarts, what more could you ask for? Mr. Johnson, who lives in Trenton, SC, hand-pours aromatic tarts to be used with tea light lamps available at The Greatest Gift. The six-pack tarts are currently available in crème brule and kudzu fragrances.




The Greatest Gift: 724 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken, SC 29803
Toll Free: (888) 475-5053 • Phone: (803) 502-0777 • Fax: (803) 502-1551
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