GIFT GUIDE – FATHER’S DAY Show the man in your life how special he is to you with a special handcrafted item. TN State Bottle Opener – Help dad pop the top to something cold with this handcrafted state of Tennessee bottle opener. If he’s a...
Celebrate International Museum Day on May 18 in Southwest Virginia Extraordinary and beautiful Southwest Virginia features an abundance of culture, heritage, and history. Extending across 8,600 square miles, we are also proud that it is also home to more than 55 museums. The Southwest Virginia Museums Experience...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 – 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...