The Craft Shop at John C. Campbell Folk School is an established gallery-style shop committed to selling the highest quality handcrafted items made by regional artists. Our pieces represent many of the traditional techniques taught in weeklong and weekend workshops on the Folk School's 270-acre campus. We carry a variety of hand forged ironwork, Brasstown Carver’s woodcarvings, woven home goods and garments, pottery, wood-turned bowls, and stained glass.
Books of the Folk School
Folk School Song Book
$18.95 USD
Start your day on a positive note with our songbook. This is the second printing of The Folk School Songbook, updated from the original and compiled by Bob Dalsmer. Includes...
Women Of The Smokies
$15.95 USD
Nineteen incredible women are featured in this book about the persevering women of the Smoky Mountains. With a wide range of interests and careers, including hikers, naturalists, “grannywomen”, writers, singer...
Cherokee Carving
$17.00 USD
In Cherokee Carving, Anna Fariello delves into the traditional craft of woodcarving done by Cherokee artists and Elders. This book in the “Hands of our Elders” series Includes pictures, history...
Southern Highlander And His Homeland
$35.00 USD
In 1908 John C. Campbell was commissioned by the Russel Sage Foundation to make a comprehensive study of Appalachia. John embarked upon this journey with his wife, Olive Dame Campbell,...
Appalachian Travels
$35.00 USD
Folklorist, influential social reformer, and “songcatcher” Olive Dame Campbell’s diary is a compelling account of rural Appalachian and Western North Carolina life between 1908 and 1909. Olive Dame Campbell set...
Craft & Community
$18.00 USD
Anna Fariello provides a marvelous glimpse into the early life of the Folk School, including the initial founders and influential craftspeople who contributed to the campus history throughout the early...
My Journey to Appalachia
$20.00 USD
– Sold OutJoin Eleanor “Ellie” Lambert as she accepts an adventurous job offer at the John C. Campbell Folk School. In 1941, after graduating from Vassar college she made her way to...
Helen Gibson Carves the Animals of the Nativity
$12.95 USD
Helen Gibson walks you through the process she uses to carve a nativity set camel in the style of the Brasstown Carver’s. Detailed step-by-step color photos walk you through taking...
Cherokee Basketry
$17.00 USD
Part of Anna Fariello’s Hands of our Elders series, she sheds light on the fascinating traditional craft of basketry and its importance in Cherokee culture. Cherokee Basketry describes many of...
The Life & Work of John C. Campbell
$40.00 USD
John C. Campbell (1867-1919) was an instrumental educator and enthusiastic social reformer. Dedicating the majority of his life to education, he was awarded a grant by the Russell Sage Foundation...
Helen Gibson Carves Saint Francis of Assisi
$12.95 USD
Brasstown Carver and sought-after woodcarving instructor, Helen Gibson shares her techniques for carving St. Francis. In this book Helen takes you through her process step-by-step with full color photos and...
Carving the Nativity
$12.95 USD
In Carving the Nativity, Brasstown Carver Helen Gibson provides patterns for the Holy Family, Wisemen, and Shepherds! Walking you through the step-by-step process of carving Mary; she takes you from...
Paul Garrett's Work
Herb Chopper
$32.00 USD
Everything tastes better with fresh ingredients! A wonderful workhorse for any kitchen. With an eye-catching design and fluid movement you’ll be able to enjoy the process and be able to...
Cheese Knife
$32.00 USD
An elegant knife design and excellent for most types of cheese. Fits in the palm of your hand comfortably. Makes an ideal gift for cheese lovers! Made from hand-forged steel...
Round Tuits
$8.00 USD
Critical to your well-being, purchase a “Round Tuit” and keep it close at hand. The greatest asset of the “Round Tuit” is its ability to enable you to do all...
Square Twisted Hook
$10.00 USD
Organize your space with these attractive and sturdy hooks. From handbags to heavy jackets, tea towels to tea mugs; these hooks will look good with anything you hang on them!...
Forged Bottle Openers
$16.00 USD
Just the right size to fit in the palm of your hand, and sturdy enough to tackle even the tightest of bottle tops! These hand-forged bottle openers make a great...
Large Rustic Hooks
$16.00 USD
A sturdy hook that can easily handle the heaviest items. Soft textured patterns along the metal catch light and are smooth enough for garments. Great for use at the cabin...
A Collection of Seasonal Favorites from
John C. Campbell Folk School
$29.95
