North Carolina Arts and Crafts Blue Ridge Mountains
Name - Stuart Nye Hand Wrought Jewelry
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Since 1933 we have made Jewelry in natures own designs in Sterling Silver, Copper and Brass. We welcome Visitors to watch us at work. Our products are available at Guild Crafts next door, at other area Craft Shops and on-line at STUARTNYE.COM
Name - Switzerland Inn
City/State - Little Switzerland, NC
County - MITCHELL
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Quality handmade crafts, pottery and jewelry featuring precious metals and NC gemstones. Gifts of distinction. Switzerland Inn’s on-site shopping offers a little something for everyone. From T-shirts to blown glass, from ice cream to antiques and Christmas collectibles, the Shoppes at Switzerland Inn are filled with one-of-a-kind treasures and unique giftware - and you don’t even have to leave the Parkway. Switzerland Inn, the Chalet Restaurant and the Shoppes are at Milepost 334.
Name - Southern Highland Craft Guild
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - The Folk Art Center is home to the Southern Highland Craft Guild and showcases the finest in traditional and contemporary crafts of the Southern Appalachians.We have over 900 member craftspeople from a nine state region producing objects for show.Our center has an Eastern National bookstore,a Blue Ridge Parkway information desk, three Galleries, a Library and an Allanstand Craft Shop. Beginning in March each year,visitors can see live craft demonstrations daily.Free admission and free parking.
Name - Valley River Arts
City/State - Murphy, NC
County - CHEROKEE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Valley River Arts is an art gallery run by the Valley River Arts Guild, featuring fine arts and quality crafts of over 40 regional artists. Also the gallery hosts a special art event monthly to help promote regional arts. http://valleyriverarts.com/
Name - Florence Thomas Art School, Inc.
City/State - Glendale Springs, NC
County - ASHE
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - We are dedicated to inspiring excellence in the arts through instruction in the fine arts, master crafts, and heritage crafts. The school includes the Florence Thomas Gallery. http://www.florencethomas.org/
Name - 87 Ruffin Street Gallery
City/State - Linville, NC
County - AVERY
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Located next to 1921 Old Hampton Store and Barbeque. A folk art gallery featuring local and regional potters painters wood carvers and furniture crafters. Art demonstrations. http://www.ruffinstreetartgallery.com
Name - Promoting all ARTS in Transylvania County
City/State - Brevard, NC
County - TRANSYLVANIA
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - The TC Arts Council puts on 50+ ART events a year and promotes 262 ART events a year in Brevard & Transylvania County. Visit this ART HUB in WNC at www.artsofbrevard.org. http://www.artsofbrevard.org
Name - 3rd Annual Sculpture for the Garden
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - This outdoor sculpture invitational features contemporary sculptures by nationally-recognized artists. Sponsored by The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. http://www.grovewood.com
Name - Fine Art Gallery
City/State - West Jefferson, NC
County - ASHE
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Originals, giclees and gift items by award winning North Carolina artist Raney Rogers whose work is in corporate and private collections throughout the world. http://www.acorngallery.com
Name - Light of the Wild
City/State - Cullowhee, NC
County - JACKSON
Region - Great Smoky Mountains North Carolina
Description - Award winning and internationally published landscape and adventure photography from across the Appalachian mountains (and beyond!) by Scott Hotaling. http://www.lightofthewild.com
Name - Creekhouse Garden Gallery
City/State - Jefferson, NC
County - ASHE
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Unique objects for the home, garden, yard, deck and patio. Garden art and sculpture, bird houses/feeders, blooming flowers in rustic containers, framed photographs and hand painted metalware, plus books by regional authors. All handmade. http://www.creekhousegardengallery.com
Name - High Country Canopies
City/State - Creston, NC
County - ASHE
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Our canopies are hand tied in the High Country of NC. We have been in business of tying canopies 27 yrs. You will be proud to display. Satisfaction Guaranteed! Hand Tied Bed Canopies, Hand Tied Bedding, Window Valances, Dust Ruffles, Bed Canopies, Fishnet Canopies. http://www.highcountrycanopies.com
Name - Brisingamen Handmade Jewelry
City/State - Forest City, NC
County - RUTHERFORD
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - One-of-a-kind, wire-wrap, PMC, silver, gold, and precious metal stone jewelry, inspired by the myth of Norse Goddess Freya, and the Magical Necklace. http://www.brisingamen.net
Name - Blue Ridge Mountain Herbal Co.
City/State - Youngsville, NC
County -
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Soaps formulated and designed by a Charter Certified Master Herbalist. A true work of art that is good for you too!! All of our soaps contain over seven oils and butters that replicate the natural oils in your skin. http://www.blueridgeherbal.com
Name - painters gap art gallery
City/State - Rutherfordton, NC
County - RUTHERFORD
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Painter's Gap is the gallery & working studio of artist Deborah Brestel. The gallery also features many fine local artists, with colorful landscapes,Turned-wood, metalworks,hand-worked glass, pottery, painted furniture,gourds,and more. http://www.paintersgap.com
Name - The Artisan's Corner
City/State - Advance, NC
County -
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - On-line store for your Renaissance, Historical clothing needs. Ready made by hand and custom order clothing for all. Also Glass & Beaded Ornaments, Doll Clothes, Dragon Sculptures, Hand Bags, Hand-bound Journals, Jewelry, Magnetic Photo Bookmarks, Baroque mini Chars and Photo Frames, and more! http://www.theartisanscorner.com
Name - Lawrence Lueke Studio
City/State - Charlotte, NC
County - MECKLENBURG
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Lawrence W. Lueke Studio specializes in original watercolors, commissioned home and business portraits from photographs and fine art reproduction prints. Featured subjects include the North Carolina High Country region and nostalgic scenes from the 1950's. http://www.lawrencelueke.com
Name - The Red Hat Boutique and Emporium
City/State - Lenoir, NC
County - CALDWELL
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - This unique shop offers not only Red Hat merchandise but quality arts and crafts, too. Classes are available in both oil and acrylic painting as is stain glass art. Many artist display their work at the Red Hat Boutique and Emporium. http://www.theredhatboutique.com
Name - Grovewood Gallery
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Follow your heart to this special gallery that is home to an extraordinary collection of fine craft, garden sculpture, and handcrafted furniture created by American craftspeople. Come see this collection that delights the eye as well as the heart. http://www.grovewood.com
Name - John C. Campbell Folk School
City/State - Brasstown, NC
County - CHEROKEE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - The John C. Campbell Folk School, located in the mountains of western North Carolina, offers over 800 weekend and week-long classes to adults in traditional and contemporary arts and crafts, music & dance, cooking, gardening and nature studies. http://www.folkschool.org
Name - Black Mountain Iron Works, Inc.
City/State - Black Mountain, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Hand forged iron works made to order. Sculpture, chandeliers, pot racks, hand rails, tables of finest quality wrought iron designed and made by two award winning artists. Gallery located in Historic District. http://www.blackmountainiron.com
Name - Parkway Craft Center
City/State - Blowing Rock, NC
County - WATAUGA
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Parkway Craft Center is a shop of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. It offers finely hand crafted items made by Appalachian Mountain artists. Demonstrations and special events are offered on a regular basis. Call 828-295-7938 or e-mail parkwaycraft@bellsouth.net for more information. http://southernhighlandguild.org
Name - The Barn Lady
City/State - Jefferson , NC
County - ASHE
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Photography featuring the blue ridge mountains. "Visible is the deep rooted mountain heritage." Fine Art Prints, Reproductions, Notecards, Postcards, Calendars and Photo restoration. View the High County in all seasons. Online shopping available. http://www.thebarnlady.com
Name - Blessed Home Fixens
City/State - Lincolnton, NC
County - LINCOLN
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Do you like primitive? We handcraft and sell wholesale to everyone our very popular Primitive Rosehip Potpourri blends. We also sell the fixens so you can make your own. Our unique blends are only $4.50 a pound scented or unscented. We offer 17 special scents. http://www.stonestewsouth.com/fixens
Name - Calm Water Studio
City/State - Hickory, NC
County - CALDWELL
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Visit the online studio of G Sims... glass artist of 20 years, and creator of one-of-a-kind hand-crafted lampwork beads. Order custom made beads or pick from a wide variety of fun, funky and wonderful beads in her online gallery. Each bead is individually created.. small artistic wonders! http://www.calmwaterstudio.com
Name - Stone Stew South Blessed Home Fixens
City/State - Lincolnton, NC
County - LINCOLN
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - We sell primitive rosehip potpourri blends scented or unscented at wholesale prices to all online. Wilcox Emporium in Boone carries our scented blends at retail cost. Our blends are very unique and will decorate as well as scent your home. http://www.stonestewsouth.com/fixens
Name - Anders Natural Soap Company
City/State - Cary, NC
County - WAKE
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Anders Natural Soap is a crafter of fine natural products including: soaps,lotions,lip balms,shea butters,dead sea salts,dog shampoos, and travel candles. The “Cold Process” method is how we manufacture our soaps in small batches. Mike and Patricia Anderson - http://www.andersnaturalsoap.com
Name - Vadi Bora Gallery & Studio
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Vadim Bora Gallery & Studio showcases the works of prominent international artists as well as select professional regional and local artists. The gallery features sculpture, painting, etchings, and other works on paper. http://vadimborastudio.com
Name - Sadie's Herbal Garden
City/State - Stokesdale, NC
County - GUILFORD
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - What's all the fuss about Sadie's? It's because Sadie's is a return to fundamentals. Quality over mass marketing. Honesty and products you can trust at prices you can afford. We make over 200 soaps on site, candles, creams, lotions and potions. http://www.sadiesherbalgarden.com
Name - Blue Ridge Mountain Photos
City/State - Boone, NC
County - WATAUGA
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Photos of the Blue Ridge Mountains and beyond by Marty Hulsebos. Archival prints available for purchase. Images of beautiful Autumn color, long range views, sunrises & sunsets, waterfalls, and more. http://www.highcountryimages.com
Name - A E Nesbitt Woodwork
City/State - Bat Cave, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Family owned woodworking business for the past 20 years. Specializing in custom handmade furniture and accessories. All items are made of solid wood. http://www.aenww.com
Name - Waldron design
City/State - Turnersburg, NC
County - IREDELL
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Art and Murals of talented artists, Patrick and Geoffrey Waldron. Order custom art or murals for your home or business or choose from our many ready-to-order limited editions and art products of North Carolina. http://www.walldrawn.com
Name - Cricket Hill
City/State - Union Mills, NC
County - RUTHERFORD
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Cricket Hill is our mini-farm on a mountainside in Western NC where we live a simple life with our dairy goats, chickens, ducks and gardens. We make many craft items, have a loft for visitors, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. http://www.bellsouthpwp.net/h/d/hdsc/crickethill
Name - Faerie Made Soaps
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Faerie Made Soaps: handmade all vegetable based soaps, hemp lotions, and body care products made from natural ingredients using only quality oils and nut butters, herbs and botanicals, with pure essential oils to scent. Wholesale available. http://www.faeriemadesoaps.com
Name - Pat Johns Books
City/State - Vilas, NC
County - WATAUGA
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Handmade books, journals, photo albums, guest books, baby albums, wine books and accessories individually designed and crafted by Pat Johns in Boone, North Carolina. Available at Hands Gallery Crafts Co-op in downtown Boone. http://www.patjohnsbooks.com
Name - Blue Ridge Wood Crafters
City/State - Sparta, NC
County - ALLEGHANY
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Oak, poplar, walnut, maple and wormy chestnut are hand crafted into home accessories and furniture pieces as beautiful as they are durable and useful. http://sparta-nc.com/brwoodcrafters/
Name - Garren Creek Photography
City/State - Asheville, NC
County - BUNCOMBE
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Landscape prints and stock slides, with an emphasis on the southern Appalachians. Also features previously published articles about the southeast, plus information on wedding, commercial, and other location photography. http://www.garrencreek.com
Name - Jesse's Garden
City/State - Robbinsville, NC
County - GRAHAM
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - All natural light photography. Jessie's Garden offers matted and framed scenic and wildflower prints of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Appalachian Trail, and Blue Ridge Parkway. http://www.jessiesgarden.com/
Name - The Blue Ridge Soap Shed
City/State - Little Switzerland, NC
County - MCDOWELL
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - See soap made the old-fashioned way and find your favorite soap fragrances in our shop! 50+ varieties. Open seasonally May-Oct 10:00am-5:00pm daily, webstore and mail orders welcome year round. Located just 6/10th mile from Parkway Milepost 331. http://www.soapshed.com/
Name - Creation Soap & Herbal Products
City/State - Deep Gap, NC
County - WATAUGA
Region - North Carolina High Country
Description - Visit with the Authors of the Country Living Handmade Soap Book, Anna Carter has been creating all natural herbal soaps for folks in the Blue Ridge for over 20 years. http://www.creationherbal.com/
Name - Wood Knot Ties
City/State - Belmont, NC
County - GASTON
Region - North Carolina Piedmont
Description - Hand-crafted, wooden neck wear from the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. This is a neck tie you’ll never forget. Perfect for the man with everything. Shop our online catalog. http://woodknot.com/
Name - Karcher Stonecarving Studio & Gallery
City/State - Sylva, NC
County - JACKSON
Region - Western North Carolina
Description - Tucked away in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina a Century-old barn serves as the perfect setting for Stonecarver Collene Karcher's Studio and Gallery. http://www.collenekarcher.com/
