Friends Marketing, Author at Southwest Virginia Cultural Center and Marketplace

08 May Southwest Virginia Helps Move Travel Forward with Outdoor Recreation Activities, Cultural Heritage and History Assets

Posted at 14:06h in Letter to the Editor

Southwest Virginia is home to rich history and natural beauty. The region will help promote hospitality jobs, revenue, and the growth in the region as part of National Travel and Tourism Week. [caption id="attachment_353611" align="alignleft" width="150"] Kim Davis is the Executive Director of Friends of...

local artisan products from 'Round the Mountain in an Easter gift guide

05 Apr GIFT GUIDE – Easter

Posted at 16:25h in Gift Guide

GIIFT GUIDE – Easter 1. Stuffed Sheep – These stuffed sheep dolls can be added to an Easter basket or be given as a special gift during the holiday. Artisan: Margaret Rich 2. Stuffed Duck – Fill an Easter basket with beautiful handmade items. This stuffed duck makes...

Mary Lucy Bivins creates heritage Fraktur folk art.

31 Mar Featured Artisan – Mary Lucy Bivins

Posted at 14:14h in Featured Artisan, Story

Featured Artisan - Mary Lucy BivinsMary Lucy Bivins has been creating Fraktur since the 1970s. Fraktur, from the German lettering of the same name, is also the folk art form of manuscript illumination brought to America by the Pennsylvania German settlers. This cultural tradition, from its...

Amanda Sprinkle is a 'Round the Mountain member whose medium is basketweaving.

20 Feb Featured Artisan – Amanda Sprinkle

Posted at 13:02h in Uncategorized

When you pick up an Easter basket prepared to fill with candies, eggs, toys, or books, you might take for granted the craftsmanship that it takes to weave those fibers together. ‘Round the Mountain artisan Amanda Sprinkle says basket weaving takes her anywhere from a couple...

A woman holding a brown blanket with a white square containing a deer head crocheted in the middle.

13 Jan Featured Artisan – Barbara Holbrook

Posted at 10:51h in Featured Artisan

FEATURED ARTISAN / BARABARA HOLBROOK Barbara Holbrook can recall the very first item she ever crocheted. The piece is a round white and red rug, using a single-stitch crochet. It is made from nylon material. As she laughs, she says it is ‘a little puckered.’ Barbara still...

Valentine's Day gift options from 'Round the Mountain artisans.

03 Jan GIFT GUIDE – Valentine’s Day

Posted at 13:55h in Uncategorized

GIFT GUIDE – VALENTINE’S DAY 1. Wooden Wine Box - Gift their favorite wine in this handcrafted wooden wine box with grapevine cutouts. Pair with chocolates and a card for a full display. (Artisan: Mitch Holt) https://shop.swvaculturalcenter.com/collections/woodwork/products/wooden-wine-bottle-box 2. Walnut Heart Bowl – This beautiful wooden bowl would be perfect...

Gift guide for items from 'Round the Mountain Artisan members under $25.

21 Dec GIFT GUIDE – UNDER $25

Posted at 19:31h in Gift Guide

GIFT GUIDE UNDER $25 If you are ordering through our online store and plan to pick-up in person, use code 'HelpWrap' for free gift-wrapping. 1. Cypress Tree and Knees’ Print: This beautiful 8x10 matted print incorporates a beautiful landscape perfect for gifting. ($25) Artisan: Regina Fink https://shop.swvaculturalcenter.com/collections/all-products/products/cypress-tree-and-knees-matted-print-8x10?_pos=7&_fid=b6d8f945c&_ss=c 2. ‘Happiness is...

Gift guide to purchase from 'Round the Mountain Artisan Network under $50.

21 Dec GIFT GUIDE / UNDER $50

Posted at 19:26h in Gift Guide

GIFT GUIDE – UNDER $50 If you are ordering through our online store and plan to pick-up in person, use code 'HelpWrap' for free gift-wrapping. 1. Statue of Liberty Pen – Remind them of their freedom or their love to travel with the every day use of...

Gift Guide for locally-made items from 'Round the Mountain Artisan members.

21 Dec GIFT GUIDE / UNDER $100

Posted at 19:22h in Gift Guide

GIFT GUIDE – UNDER $100 If you are ordering through our online store and plan to pick-up in person, use code 'HelpWrap' for free gift-wrapping. 1. ‘Jenny Could Sing’ Wren: This beautiful piece could be the best of both worlds for the person who loves music and...

Exterior picture of the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace

19 Dec Choose Locally Made Art This Holiday Season

Posted at 09:09h in Uncategorized

Choose Locally Made Art This Holiday Season! Southwest Virginia is known for our talented Artists and Craftsman. By celebrating and championing this tradition, you can do more than just help your neighbors you can help to preserve and promote our way of life. [caption id="attachment_353611" align="alignleft" width="300"]...