A Whirl and a Twirl Glams Up Holidays, Weddings

From holiday parties to bridal parties, to stocking stuffers and more, a local business might have just what you're looking for.

A Whirl and a Twirl launched in the Bay area 2011, featuring handmade hairbands, hair sticks and other items for all ages. The products feature innovative design for comfort, as well as genuine gemstones, crystals and pearls.

 recently introduced a new line of baby products, "great for holiday parties and pictures," she said.

Her website also features "everyday tiaras," which she described as elegant, couture headbands that add glamour to holiday dresses for girls and women.

Ortoski also offers bridal pieces, and welcomes custom work of all kinds.

To order a custom piece, Ortoski asks customers to send a photo of the outfit, a description of the event and a price range they would like to stay within, she said. She will then create the piece to the customer's specifications, she said.

To see all of the products available, visit the A Whirl and a Twirl website.

To learn more about Ortoski and how she got started, check out: Local Business Takes off With Ingenuity—and a Dash of Sparkle.