Handcrafted in the Blue Ridge: Discovering the Crafts, Artisans, and Studios of Western North Carolina

Gross, Andrea; Green, Irv

ISBN 10: 1561451452 ISBN 13: 9781561451456

Published by Peachtree Publishers, Alanta, GA, 1997

Language: English

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Condition: New, book appears unread. Softcovers are new, free of tears, rips, and folds. All 205 pages are clean, crisp, clear, with no markings or notable wear.

A wonderful guide to the vibrant artisan culture of western North Carolina. Published by Peachtree Publishers in 1997, this book explores the studios, galleries, and creative communities of the Blue Ridge region, with a focus on craftspeople working in pottery, weaving, jewelry, glass, woodcarving, baskets, musical instruments, and other traditional and contemporary crafts. Divided by region, the book introduces readers to artisans and studios within driving distance of Asheville, offering background on the artists, their materials, methods, locations, and work. It is especially appealing to travelers, collectors, folk art enthusiasts, craft lovers, and anyone interested in Appalachian art, Southern artisan traditions, and handmade American craft.

A desirable title for collectors of regional craft books, Blue Ridge travel guides, Appalachian art, folk art, handmade crafts, and western North Carolina history.

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Title: Handcrafted in the Blue Ridge: Discovering the Crafts, Artisans, and Studios of Western North Carolina
Publisher: Peachtree Publishers, Alanta, GA
Publication Date: 1997
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1561451452
ISBN 13: 9781561451456
Binding: Soft cover
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: As New
Dimensions: 5.5 inches width by 7.5 inches height by 0.875 inches depth
Weight: 0.811 pounds

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Divided into seven areas, this book features 193 artisans, all within driving distance of the busy arts community of Asheville. Each section includes a lyrical description of the area and nearby inns as well as practical information, including address, phone number, hours of operation, and a detailed description and price range of the work.

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Husband and wife Irv Green and Andrea Gross are writers and photographers whose work has appeared in numerous magazines and in the travel sections of newspapers across the country. Andrea, a contributing editor at Ladies Home Journal, is also the co-author of GOOD BOOKS FOR THE CURIOUS TRAVELER and the author of SHIFTING GEARS. Irv and Andrea live in Asheville, North Carolina.

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