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July Featured Artisan of the Month: Kevin Fiorini

July Featured Artisan of the Month: Kevin Fiorini Blending Craftsmanship, Character, and Care Woodworking isn’t just a hobby for Kevin Fiorini—it’s a thread that has quietly run through the fabric of his adult life. From his roots in the mental health field and ministry to his early stint...

July 1, 2025
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Meet the Newest Juried Artisans of Spring 2025 at the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace

Meet the Newest Juried Artisans of Spring 2025 at the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace Southwest Virginia has long been a wellspring of creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural expression. Each year, the ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network welcomes a new class of juried artisans, creators who carry forward...

June 2, 2025
Featured Artisan Story
Meet the Makers: A Celebration of Handmade Jewelry and Creative Journeys

Meet the Makers: A Celebration of Handmade Jewelry and Creative Journeys ‘Round the Mountain is proud to shine a spotlight on the artisans who pour heart, soul, and skill into their craft. We are introducing you to three talented jewelry makers whose unique paths and passions reflect the...

June 2, 2025
Kandee Wallace painting a LOVE mural in St. Paul on gray building.
Featured Artisan
Featured Artisan – Kandee Wallace

Featured Artisan – Kandee Wallace Russell County, VA Kandee Wallace gives back to Southwest Virginia in vibrant ways, through her whimsical art and her passion for providing opportunities for residents around the region. Wallace had an emotional response when talking about the arts community and its growth in...

January 26, 2024
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Featured Artisan – Glen Thomason

Featured Artisan - Glen Thomason Washington County, Virginia Glen Thomason considers himself a storyteller but is now coming to terms with the title of author after the release of his fifth published book. Thomason’s Adventures of Duke Series features its title character based on his childhood border collie....

December 20, 2023
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Experience the holidays and celebrate the New Year at Mountain Lake Lodge

Experience the magic of the holidays and the fascination of the start of a New Year with Mountain Lake Lodge. This brand new event atMountain Lake Lodge immerses visitors in the rich history of the New River Valley and introduces guests to the breathtaking views throughout...

December 18, 2023
Fall gift guide with handmade artisan products from 'Round the Mountain artisans
Gift Guide
GIFT GUIDE – FALL

GIFT GUIDE - FALL 2023 1. Pumpkin Suncatcher–This beautiful glass work would hang perfect in any window to watch the fall foliage change to the colors of the season Artisan: Marilynn Peacock 2. Leather Leaf Keychain–This handcrafted leather keychain offers a touch of the fall season to your...

October 2, 2023
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Featured Artisan Story
Featured Artisan – Aria Asbury

Featured Artisan – Aria Asbury, Washington County Aria Asbury can remember coloring cardboard boxes with Sharpie markers in her father’s office at as young as three years old. Her lifelong love and passion is now her life’s work as an art teacher and professional artist. “Art has...

August 30, 2023
Paula and Robert Kahn
Featured Artisan Story
FEATURED ARTISAN – Paula and Robert Kahn (Chinquapin Designs)

Featured Artisan  – July 2023 Paula Kahn, Chinquapin Designs / Washington County, VA The handcrafted items from Chinquapin Designs are much more than a single piece of jewelry; they are part of a greater mission to raise awareness of a vanishing species. As you buy products from Paula...

July 11, 2023
Unique wedding gifts crafted by 'Round the Mountain artisans.
Gift Guide
GIFT GUIDE – WEDDINGS

WEDDING GIFT GUIDE If you are looking to congratulate a newly married couple, we have some unique handcrafted gifts to make the celebration a special one. 1. Ceramic Night Light – Help the newly married couple add small, artistic touches to their home. The neutral colors in this...

July 11, 2023
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