A stylish, handmade backpack that reflects a regional textile tradition and the beauty of the mountains won first place in the Style category of the 2019 Made in NC Awards.
Tips for Composting Fall Leaves
Make the most of the season with these eight expert composting tips.
Meet the Maker: Joanne Blough
With the help of her trusty loom, Joanne Blough weaves thread into beautiful accessories in Morganton.
Made in NC: Koolbird
A Charlotte woodworker’s stylish, retro birdhouses won the top prize in the Craft category of the 2019 Made in NC Awards.
Made in NC: Wheeler’s Chairs
A Wilkes County woodworker’s love for traditional, old-time chair making is reflected in his stunning ladderback rocking chairs, which won the top prize in the 2019 Made in NC Awards.
Tips for Storing Pumpkin Seeds
Whether you want to grow a record-breaking pumpkin or you just want to snack on the seeds, these eight tips will help you make the most of the season.
Meet the Maker: Ritchie Hill Bakery
Cheese straw connoisseurs Heath and Charles Ritchie follow a 100-year-old family recipe to create a beloved (and addicting) Southern staple in Concord.
The Linville Look
The elegantly rustic bark shingles that give this mountain town its character are as fashionable today as they were more than a century ago when a famous architect introduced them.
Tips for Planting Hydrangeas
For beautiful cloud-like blooms in your yard (and in a vase on your table!) stick to these seven guidelines.
