SCAD CEO, founder and President Paula Wallace
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) has unveiled a luxe lineup of creations by students, faculty and alums—curated by CEO, founder and President Paula Wallace. Ideal for holiday gifting, the items are available at the university’s shopSCAD physical retail boutiques—visited by stars like Natalie Portman and Katy Perry, among others—at both the Atlanta and Savannah locations and online at shopscad.com.
Designed by Brittany Bernier (BFA, fashion, 2017), this all-natural, coconut-based candle combines frankincense, myrrh, tea tree and sandalwood to infuse your home with cozy, aromatic, long-lasting scents. Priced at $30.50, the 8-ounce household essential combines additional elements like a eucalyptus, plum and sea salt ozone middle and an apple and coco top layer for a burn time of up to 70 hours.
Elevate your holiday tablescape with an array of intricate needlepoint patterns featuring one customizable design for each of the 12 days of Christmas. Designed by Sarah Watson (MA, art history, 2011), each $85 handmade bauble stocking is handstitched for fair trade in Haiti with cotton threads and lush velvet backing.
Crafted by Sara Chujun Li (BFA, jewelry design, 2016), these tree-inspired earrings feature 18-karat gold chaining and gleaming Akoya pearls. Priced at $980, the outfit staples take any holiday ensemble to the next level.
This DIY necklace kit is made for the creatives, DIY-ers and aspiring jewelry makers in your life. It features a reusable loom, thread and a guided video tutorial by designer Alexandra Forby (BFA, painting, 2013). The $20 kit produces a wearable custom art piece that can be worn and cherished in seasons ahead.
Celebrate every night of the Festival of Lights with eight Hanukkah cards and matching envelopes, hand-illustrated by Erin McManness (MFA, illustration, 2014) on 100% recycled paper. The set is priced at $20 and features a hand-drawn dreidel with holly and berry accents on each card. Reflecting the values of Atlanta-based brand Paper Raven Co., $1 from each sale supports restoration efforts from One Treet Planted.
Cozy up by the fire with this 100% recycled cotton blanket, designed by Anne Gates (BFA, fibers, 2012). Priced at $175, the accent throw merges function, artistry and ease with a lightweight, luxurious, machine-washable design and stunning charcoal and terrazzo dual tones.
This Savannah beehive board makes hosting chic and effortless. It is ideal for serving charcuterie, holiday apéritifs, seasonal small bites, and more. Priced at $100, the sustainable, locally produced board is handcrafted by an eighth-generation artisan and designed by David Colas (BFA, furniture design, 2012).
This artisanal dish is handcrafted from fused glass and features an oval, olive-inspired, functional appeal. Designed by Carley Holtsinger (BFA, fashion marketing & management, 2012), the $72 home staple can double as a serving platter, a statement piece, a display tray and more.
Gift your loved ones a personalized, handpainted portrait by artist Hampton Watts (BFA, painting, 2015). Available upon request, this one-of-a-kind work of art is sure to remain a keepsake for generations to come.
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