Welcome to our blog at Gallery of the Mountains! We are located inside the historic Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa in Asheville, NC. We specialize in fine American handmade crafts, mostly from local and regional artists. We will be happy to ship any item listed here or help you find the perfect gift in our Gallery. For more info about our artists featured in the header photo above, click on Header Artists page. Please feel free to contact us for availability and prices either by phone or email. Toll Free 1-800-692-2204 or sales@galleryofthemountains.com


Wednesday, May 23, 2012

The Gallery Welcomes the Crossnore Weavers

Vibrant color selection of scarves

Since 1920 the Crossnore Weavers have created lovely articles like these rayon shawls and scarves in a variety of patterns used by the first settlers. Each piece is hand woven on a loom by the weavers of the Crossnore School in a tradition passed down through generations.

Crossnore hand loomed scarves

Weaving was taught to the local residents of this area  to help them create a means of making money selling their work. In doing this, they helped weave the tapestry of a rich Appalachian culture.  Now you too can bring home an exquisite handmade item rich in history. Each ticket is signed by the weaver of the piece so you know who made it. All profits from Crossnore Weavers go to benefit the Crossnore School, a private nonprofit children's home and  school.

Shawl colors


Crossnore weavers shawl



More shawl colors

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