Russ Jacobsohn Rocking Horse Courtesy of wooden stone functional fine art   Alexis Bittar pendant Courtesy of maddi’s gallery   Paper clip people Courtesy of WOODEN STONE functional fine art   Handblown ornaments Courtesy of Maddi's Gallery   SPOT Satellite Messenger Courtesy oF SPOT   Sail Away Fountain Courtesy of Massarelli   Vinturi wine aerator Courtesy of VINTURI

Lake Norman’s shopping spots have no shortage of gift ideas for the home this holiday season. Here are our picks for some of the best artsy, eclectic, fun or practical items available in our region.

Russ Jacobsohn rocking horse

The artist has spent 16 years fashioning rocking animals from woods native to his Tennessee home. From $1,650 to $2,200.

From: Wooden Stone Functional Fine Art, 445 S. Main St., Davidson. www.woodenstonegallery.com.

Alexis Bittar pendant

This aged bronze item, in teal, is just one of the many artistic and eclectic items we found. Bittar, fueled by a passion for antiques, designs Lucite and semi-precious jewelry. $175.

From: Maddi’s Gallery, 16935 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville. www.maddisgallery.com.

Paper clip people

Crafted by Amy Ardacre of Ohio, these functional paperclip holders double as a great desk decoration. $25-45.

From: Wooden Stone Functional Fine Art, 445 S. Main St., Davidson. www.woodenstonegallery.com.

Handblown ornaments

Add a splash of color to your tree with these handblown multi-colored ornaments, $25.

From: Maddi’s Gallery, 16935 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville. www.maddisgallery.com.

SPOT Satellite Messenger

Ideal for boaters, fisherman and outdoor enthusiasts, this GPS system allows your contacts (up to 10 who can be notified by e-mail or text) to track your location through Google maps and can notify 911 authorities in an emergency. Also helps fishermen mark spots on the lake where the fish are biting. $149.99 ($50 mail-in rebate; $99 annual service fee).

From: West Marine, 20420 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius. www.westmarine.com.

Sail Away Fountain

This cast stone sailboat fountain is ideal for an outdoor living area. $201.

From: White House Gardens, 18955 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius. www.whitehousegardens.com.

Vinturi wine aerator

This easy-to-use item is an alternative to wine decanting. $39.99

From: Total Wine & More, Birkdale Village, 8709 Townley Road, Huntersville. www.totalwine.com.