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Sep 2010
Carving a Niche
In the centuries-old craft traditions of our area, the woodworking school at Haywood Community College may be a relative newcomer. But with more than 30 years of instruction, the intensive program continues to launch creative and highly skilled artisans into the world of furniture making and woodworking.

Sep 2010
Style With Substance
Meet six people who translate panache into acts of community and enduring pillars of design
Sep 2010
Design Leap
A father’s search for healthy building materials brings about an innovative home
Sep 2010
Southern Revival
The capital of the Southeast is bigger, bolder, and better than ever
Sep 2010
A Sticky Social
Molasses gets its due at a Granite Falls festival
Sep 2010
Modern Love
Troy Winterrowd champions mid-century and contemporary architecture
Sep 2010
Cultural Ties
Joel Queen expands on his legacy with contemporary and foreign influences
Sep 2010
Campus Collection
An outdoor sculpture exhibit spreads art across WCU
Aug 2010
Home Goods
Discover handmade creations in this haven for artists
Aug 2010
Woodland Giant
Whitemont Lodge’s grand scale is surpassed only by its storied past
Aug 2010
Felt Expression
Lisa Klakulak sculpts accessories out of the woolliest of mediums
Jul 2010
The Glass Menagerie
This community of glass artists didn’t suddenly appear. It was shaped and molded by the nearby Penland School of Crafts

Jul 2010
An Almost Lost Colony
Tryon’s early-1900s artist enclave claims its rightful place in history

Jul 2010
The Notorious B.I.G. Crafty
The Big Crafty’s creator shares her insights on Asheville's larger-than-life indie craft event
Jun 2010
Making Tracks
Three recording studios keep Asheville’s music scene finely tuned
Jun 2010
Cultural Exchange
Tribes from across the Americans unite in Cherokee
Jun 2010
Quick Draw
Baristas face off in latte art competitions at The Dripolator

Jun 2010
Spice for Life
Suzy Phillips is on a mission to introduce you to true Middle Eastern cuisine
Jun 2010
Folk Story
A Cashiers home tells the tale of a love affair with primitive art
May 2010
Severn Eaton
Double meanings: Inspiration found in the contrasts of daily life
May 2010
Wesley Corn
Ugly America: Interpreting the state of poverty in this country
May 2010
Justin D. Turcotte
Polished Delivery: Years of practicing behind the scenes pay off
May 2010
Robb Helmkamp
Going with the grain: Wood and metal combine to form exquisite furnishings
May 2010
Dustin Spagnola
Truth be Told: Revisiting cultural icons through street art style
May 2010
Maggie Jones
Taking Shape: One potter transforms her body of work

May 2010
Angelique Tassistro
Feast for the Eyes: Putting the fun in functional pottery
May 2010
Sticking With It
Visit the handmade expo and go crafty with your home design

May 2010
Club Hopping
Three groups cultivate your creative side
May 2010
Art Appreciation
You don’t have to own a Picasso to be a serious collector

Apr 2010
Take the Scenic Route
This summer, log some miles and celebrate the Blue Ridge Parkway’s anniversary with 75 must-see stops
Apr 2010
Fan-demonium
Superheroes converge in Asheville for an assembly of comic proportions
Apr 2010
The Hip Crowd
Tighten up any ensemble with the right belt
Apr 2010
Blowing Rock
Tour du Rock: Gear up for travel season in the High Country
Apr 2010
Judith Duff
Orient Expressed: Judith Duff creates her own translation of Japanese pottery
Apr 2010
Butterfly Garden Revisited, Assemblage Collage by Laurel Wiker, Weaverville

Feb 2010
Jazz Standard
Bo Farson keeps WNC in the groove with a society of devoted music lovers
Jan 2010
Wear with All
Ornate pins are a girl’s go-to accent
Dec 2009
Mr. Freeze
Jeff Pennypacker knows how to break the ice

Dec 2009
The Daily Grind
Regional coffee roasters work hard to stand out
Oct 2009
All Wrapped Up
Gift papers almost as pretty as the present