SHOP SMALL
Western NC Gift Guide
Hurricane Helene has left a lasting impact on Western North Carolina, a region renowned for its talented artists, makers, and farmers. This holiday season, let’s come together to support these incredible local creators as they rebuild and recover.
I’ve curated a selection of some of my favorite artisans and small businesses from the area. By choosing to shop small, you’ll not only find unique, handcrafted gifts but also directly help these creators get back on their feet. Explore the magic of WNC and make your holiday gifting truly meaningful!
Artists & Makers
Blue Lotus Design Studios: Wire Wrapped Gemstone Jewelry & Mala Beads
Grayson Manning: local artist, prints and stickers available.
Rumination Jewelry: handcrafted sterling silver and gemstone jewelry. Gift cards also available.
Ashton Zager Fiber Art: Wall hanging and DIY weaving kits
Collaboration of Honey Creek Pottery and Erika Busse: handmade to order
Gumball Glassworks
Anna Bryant: prints and framed works available
Sophie Paradis: prints available
Solstice Handmade: backpacks, totes, bandanas, clothes, prints, and more!
Babies & Kids
Forest Creature Dolls: handmade in Asheville
Jack Be Nimble: handcrafted costumes
The High Fiber: handprinted onesies and home goods
Bath & Body
Appalachian Wyld Botanicals: herbal teas, balms and salves, bath bombs and salts + more!
Element Tree Essentials: lotion candles, room sprays, bath products, and more!
Appalachian Jules: small batch soap and candles
Makeba’s Loving Hands: candles
Looking Glass Botanicals: small batch herbal skincare
Cullowheegee Farms: handmade soaps
Experiences
Fox Mountain Guides and Climbing School: gift an unforgettable experience in the mountains and memories that will last a lifetime!
Guillard Climbing: guided rock climbing experiences in and around Western NC
Wander Africa: safari tours and adventures based out of Black Mountain, NC
Davidson River Outfitters: Western NC Fly fishing guides
Food, Beverages, and Medicinals
Encompass Farm: farm fresh spice blends, infused olive oil, and dried wreaths
Blue Ridge Chaga Connection: wild foraged Chaga, Reishi, Turkey Tail, Maitake, Lions Mane & other medicinal Mushrooms
Dynamite Coffee: Organic, fair trade, and locally roasted
Asheville Bee Charmer: honey and more!
Spicewalla: spices that are fresh, small batch, packed and processed by hand (they have a collaboration with T-pain)
Full Moon Tea Company: handmade and small batch tea blends
Oak & Grist: Grain-to-glass North Carolina craft whiskey and gin, handmade in Black Mountain from local ingredients
Short Sleeves Coffee: small batch coffee roasted to order
Otherside Hemp: pre-rolls, salves, and chews Organically Grown and Harvested in Asheville
Garden Party: Cannabis and other relaxation supplies
Home Goods & Accessories
East Fork Pottery: plates, cups, bowls, and more with 5% of all sales going towards Hurricane Helene Relief efforts
Green Go Cleaning Co: safe and non-toxic cleaning products
Palm + Pine: plants and accessories
Spoon & Hook: handmade heirlooms + gift cards available
Lune Pottery: Everyday forms of ceramic + concrete goods for your home
Discover Asheville: fundraising t-shirts and stickers
Outdoor Gear
Cactus to Pine: recycled rope cozies, wall art, stickers and more!
Savage Supply: hats, shirts, and more designed by local Asheville artist
Misty Mountain Threadworks: climbing harnesses, chalk bags, crash pads, and more.