Kristen Oaks White makes and sells hand-painted tree ornaments and prints of her paintings in wall art or calendars. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Jackie Donaldson, from Port Gibson, displays goodies from her business “Unlimited Sweets.” (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Lillie Burkes’ faux gumball machines candy jars made of flower pots and glass bowls are both festive and functional as a container for candy or trinkets, Burkes said. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

The Natchez Convention Center hosts vendors from all over the region for the Merry Market on Dec. 2 and 3. The market is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Courtney Welch and Blade Miller of Holy Rollers in Vidalia, Louisiana, roll up homemade ice cream on a cold plate inside the Natchez Convention Center on Friday. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Carl and Donna Ancelet from Egan, Louisiana, display Mud Dawg Blades, a perfect Christmas gift for that special man in your life. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)