Consignment Shopping

Savvy Shoppers Rejoice

Bargains and fresh new looks are offered at these exclusive consignment shops These days consignment shopping has taken on an entirely new vibe on the Plateau.

The real estate market is on fire and with all the selling and purchasing, and coming and going, people are cleaning out their closets and their homes like never before. That’s good news for savvy shoppers because many of those pieces make their way to local consignment shops.

Whether it’s home furnishings, lighting, arts, florals, rugs, home accessories, or men or women’s clothing you’ll likely find what you’re looking for.

Let the shopping begin!

Full House Gallery in Highlands at 66 Highlands Plaza is an interesting mix of art gallery and high-end furniture and home décor consignment shop. An artistic flare resonates throughout this bright and colorful business. Here you will find furniture, lighting and accessory consignments, as well Full House Gallery The Blue Elephant

as new pieces. They also feature original art from local and regional artists to complete your vision. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10:30 A.M. until 5:30 P.M..

The Blue Elephant at 2248 Dillard Road in Highlands is a fine furniture and home décor consignment studio that offers items for indoors and out. Their showroom of over 3,000 square feet ensures that they will also offer an impressive selection. Inventory here is constantly changing as new items come in and old items are sold, so check by often to see what’s new, and treat yourself and your pocketbook to a new treasure. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Nearly New at 60 Village Walk Way in Cashiers is another treasure trove of fun, fabulous finds for your home. From artwork, lighting, desks, pillows, pottery, recliners, rugs and accessories to bedroom, living and

Nearly New

dining room furniture they seem to have it all, and they are more than happy to help you find just what you’re looking for. Each day brings new items so stop by often and see what new piece inspires you.

The Consignment Market at 12 Chestnut Square offers an artfully-arranged assortment of home furnishings and décor, as well as an outdoor pavilion featuring something for your every outdoor need and look. Whether you’re shopping for one perfect piece, an entire room, or a whole house, they will work with you to find just what you need. They also offer an extensive inventory of new lampshades.

Victoria’s Closet, Vic’s for Men, and Victoria’s Shoes and Purses, all located on Marmalade Lane in Cashiers, are your go to shops on the plateau for the finest in clothing consignments. With over 7,500 square feet of retail space between them, these three stores offer thousands of items for men and women, ranging from everyday wear, designer wear, dresses, suits, athletic clothing, shoes, purses, estate jewelry and furs, to new overstock items with tags still attached. You’ll find the perfect look here, no matter the occasion.

The Consignment Market Victoria’s Closet Vic’s for Men

by Mary Jane McCall

Bound to Love it

Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery’s dazzling collection of hand-knotted treasures is made even more inviting during its storewide sale throughout October. For more information, visit this exclusive emporium at 763 Highway 107 South in Cashiers.

Judy Brown and Mark Petrancosta

Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery at 763 Highway 107 South in Cashiers is celebrating their 24th anniversary this October with a storewide sale on their extensive collection of handmade rugs.

Their entire inventory of rugs will be discounted from 10 to 50 percent all month, so don’t miss this opportunity to purchase the rug of your dreams.

Owners Mark Petrancosta and Judy Brown personally choose their inventory of handwoven and hand-knotted rugs from all over the world. They’re proud to say that they offer something from every rug-making country in the world.

With over 40 years’ experience in the rug business, the last 24 of those in Cashiers, their keen eye and expertise ensure that their carefully chosen inventory is of the highest quality.

Whatever your décor style, you’ll find the perfect rug at Bounds Cave’s. They offer traditional rugs, new and antique, as well as transitional and contemporary rugs, and at price points for all customers.

For a client with a conservative budget all the way to the most serious

collector, there’s a rug for your every need here. Take advantage of the deep discounts offered in October and you’ll get quality and price that is unparalleled. Bounds Cave’s diverse selection of rugs, carefully curated from around the world, coupled with their extensive knowledge and exceptional customer service, makes the Owners Mark Petrancosta and Judy gallery your one-stop shop. Whether you’re Brown personally choose their inventory of handwoven and hand-knotted rugs looking for that one special rug or need to furnish an entire house you will find what you need here, including the finest in rug pads. from all over the world. Don’t forget that they also offer a large selection of outdoor rugs by Sunbrella, a name known for durable, quality rugs for your outdoor lifestyles. Stop by their sale in October, find your perfect rug and they’ll happily deliver so you can begin to enjoy your new rug without a worry in the world. Price, quality, knowledge and friendly service, it’s all here at Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery. by Mary Jane McCall

All Things Gemstone

For Jannie Bean, part of the magic of Jannie Bean Design is presenting the extraordinary beauty of gemstones incorporated into breathtaking designs. Discover that magic for yourself at 152 2nd Street in Highlands.

Some things are meant to be, and some people are fortunate enough to find their passion early in life, and Jannie Bean of Jannie Bean Designs at 152 2nd Street in Highlands, is proof of that.

During her junior year in college, Jannie accepted an apprenticeship doing wax work in jewelry design. The rest is history. She eventually purchased the Minnesota business she apprenticed at and has never looked back.

Fast forward to 2016 when her husband, Tom, arranged a visit with his old college roommate who happened to live in Highlands. During that visit here they fell in love with the town and discovered a business for sale that was right up their alley. That business was Drake’s Diamond Gallery and once again, the rest is history.

Jannie and Tom purchased the business, and they quickly rebranded it with their own vision. While diamonds are still their calling card, and a girl’s best friend, Jannie quickly infused the business with her creative mark and love of all things gemstone.

Here you’ll also find pieces incorporating colorful stones – aquamarine, pink tourmaline, amethyst, opals, sapphires, citrine, tanzanite and pearls.

The gallery is truly a place where everyone can find what they are looking for, and there is something for every budget and taste. Consider your classic sapphire, perhaps most loved in a classic ring setting surrounded by diamonds, but available here in not only that form, but also a modest band with smaller stones, and a modern, bold one-of-a-kind statement piece.

Jannie Bean Designs is a full-service gallery and can repair, appraise or restore any of your pieces. They will also be happy to work with you to design the perfect new piece, or to reimagine a piece that you have that is just too special to part with, but not quite to your taste.

Stop by today at 152 South 2nd Street or call them at (828) 526-5858.

by Mary Jane McCall | photos by Susan Renfro

A Year-Round Christmas

Regardless of the calendar, a visit to The Christmas Tree at 357 Main Street in Highlands is the easiest way to infuse the Holiday Spirit in your heart and your home.

Bob and Trish Kieltyka

Zoller

Tucked away in a cozy nook at 357 Main Street in Highlands, The Christmas Tree is one of those magical shops that transports you into a fantasy land of smiles and sparkles.

Owners Bob and Trish Kieltyka and their attentive staff embrace the spirit of the Christmas season year-round, making for a most memorable shopping experience.

Oh, the treasures you will find here. If it’s a keepsake ornament you’re looking for as a memento of Highlands they offer an extensive selection in a variety of materials. Whether it be hand-blown glass, wooden, classic, or with a mountain theme, you’ll find that perfect ornament with a variety of Highlands scenes and logos. Whatever you do don’t miss the hand blown, hand painted glass ornament depicting Dry Falls.

Ornaments of every sort, kind and description are available here. Whatever your interest, favorite college, pet, or profession you’ll find an ornament to match. They have an extensive collection of ornaments for children, many can be personalized, as well as items for newlyweds and baby’s first Christmas.

In addition to all these Christmas treasures they offer unique gift items along with Halloween and Thanksgiving décor. Dog lovers won’t want to miss items featuring your favorite breeds – from socks, lounge pants, slippers and coasters, to face masks and ornaments, you’ll find your breed here.

They feature an astonishing selection of Christopher Radko and Joy To The World ornaments. These hand-painted ornaments are a collectors dream and every tree deserves at least one.

Then again, who can stop at one?

Choose from Russian nesting dolls, German nutcrackers, Byers’ Choice Carolers, Dept.56 Grinch and Christmas Vacation villages, snow globes, advent calendars that are crafted to be handed down from generation to generation, and much more.

Speaking of generations, Bob and Trish say their repeat customers include four generations.

Customers who visited the store when it opened in 1975 return with their kids, grandkids and great grandkids. It’s a family tradition.

That’s a tradition Bob and Trish, who have owned the shop for the last 19 years, love to share with repeat and new customers.

Start your tradition today!

by Mary Jane McCall

WEST END 1. On The Verandah Restaurant 2. Highlands Smokehouse 5. The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts 6. The Bascom Shop 7. The Dave Drake Ceramic Barn at The Bascom

Visit Our Advertisers ON THE HILL 302. Wish & Shoes 303. Mirror Lake Antiques 305. Jeanie Edwards Fine Art 310. McCulley’s 311. Martha Anne’s on the Hill 312. The Ugly Dog Public House WRIGHT SQUARE on MAIN 313. Old Edwards Inn (Factoid: Named after Whiteside hero) 318. Peggy Crosby Center: 113. Edward Jones - The Kitchen Carry Away & Catering 115. Preferred Properties of Highlands 319. Lakeside Restaurant 117. Country ClubProperties, Wright Square Office 119. Highlands Pharmacy

SOUTH END

25. 4118 Kitchen & Bar 26. Full House Gallery 27. Dauntless Printing 38. Lupoli Construction 39. Pat Allen Realty Group 47. ACP Home Interiors 48. Nancy’s Fancys/The Exchange 49. The Summer House Bed &Bath 50. The Summer House 57. Blue Elephant Consignment Studio 58. Head Innovations 59. Cake Bar & Chocolate Heaven

MAIN STREET

100. Main Street Nursery 101. Rosewood Market 103. Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center 108. Summit Architecture 124. Landmark Realty 126. Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery 132. Elevation: High Fashion for Women 134. The Southern Way 136. Dutchmans 141. Bags on Main 142. Main Street Gifts 146. Wit’s End Shoppe 147. Calders Coffee Cafe 148. Highlands Fine Art & Estate Jewelry + Wine Shop 152. Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty 153. Allison Diane Clothing 158. C. Orrico 159. Colonel Mustards 160. TJ Bailey for Men 163. Spoiled Rotten 166. Annawear 167. The Christmas Tree 169. Country Club Properties 174. Elena’s Women’s Golf and Activewear 175. S’More Kids Klothes 177. Oakleaf Flower & Garden 178. McCulley’s II 180. White Oak Realty Group 185. Ristorante Paoletti 187. The Dry Sink 189B. Smitten 190. Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro 191. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Meadows Mountain Realty 194. Old Edwards Inn 195. Madison’s Restaurant 196. The Wine Garden 197. Four65 Woodfire Bistro + Bar 201. Hudson Library 202. Country Club Properties 206. Business Spot 207. Creative Concepts Salon

SPRING VILLAGE

400. Jannie Bean Fine Custom Jewelry 406. Brookings

OAK STREET

601. Highlands Playhouse

VILLAGE PARK

612. Jeannie Edwards Fine Art 613. Cleaveland Realty 615. Shakespeare & Co. 617. Fressers Courtyard Cafe CAROLINA VILLAGE

707. Yoga Highlands 709. High Dive 709. Truckin’ at the High Dive 710. Meritage Bistro 711. Chambers Realty & Vacation Rentals

NORTH END

814. Highlands Cashiers Players 814. Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center OUT NC 106

➡ Peak Experience ➡ Futral Construction ➡ Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center ➡ Highlands Aerial Park ➡ Vineyard at 37 High Holly ➡ Fire + Water ➡ Bella’s Junction Cafe ➡ Pat Calderone Gallery

OUT 64 EAST

➡ Black Rock Granite ➡ Berkshire Hathaway Homes Services Meadows Mountain Realty ➡ WHLC ➡ Highlands Lawn & Garden ➡ Skyline Lodge/ Oak Steakhouse ➡ Highlands Rock Yard ➡ Futral Construction ➡ Center for Plastic Surgery ➡ The Brier Patch ➡ Cullasaja Club ➡ Pat Allen Realty Group ➡ Wildcat Cliffs Country Club ➡ Roman’s Roofing ➡ GlenCove

For a complete listing please visit our website, thelaurelmagazine.com. Being added to our listing is easy! Simply advertise with The Laurel.

Visit Our Advertisers

SLABTOWN

2. Zookeeper Bistro NORTH 107

16. Stork’s - Wrap. Pack. Ship 19. The Look Boutique 20. Mountain Mermaid 21. Sashay Around Ladies Boutique THE SHOPS AT CASHIERS COMMONS

25. Bella Cotn. 27. Bird Barn & Garden 28. Cashiers Kitchen Co. 29. The Business Spot 30. Bombshell Hair Boutique 33. Zoller Hardware

AT THE CROSSROADS

37. Landmark Realty Group CHESTNUT SQUARE

43. A Jones Company 47. Lehotsky & Sons, Builders 55. Fusion Yoga & Wellness EAST 64

64. Alexander Gardens: - Victoria’s Closet - Victoria’s Closet Shoes & Purses - Vic’s for Men 75. Carolina Rustic Furniture 76. Blue Ridge Bedding 77. The Designers Market 78. Ann Lea Fine Art 79. Jennings Builders Supply VILLAGE WALK

80. A-List Antiques 80. Josephine’s Emporium 80. Laura Moser Art 80. Merrell Thompson Photography 82. The Village Hound 86. Nora & Co. 89. Nearly New

Furniture Consignment 90. Gracewear Boutique 99. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Meadows Mountain Realty SOUTH 107

101. Narcissus 102. TJ Bailey’s for Men 103. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming 104. Brookings Fly Shop & Cashiers Village Outfitters 108. Landmark Realty Group 109. Ugly Dog Public House 110. McCulley’s 111. Rusticks 112. Vivianne Metzger Antiques 115. J. Gabriel 121. Robin’s Nest 123. Caliber Fine Properties 128. Mountainworks Custom Home Design LTD. 131. Tampa Bay Trust Company 136. McKee Properties 137. Bounds Cave Rug Gallery 138. The Orchard Restaurant, Events Barn & Guest Cottage THE VILLAGE GREEN

142. Village Green Commons 143. The Village Green 147. Bazaar Barn

WEST 64

155. Cashiers Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 156. Creekside: - Silver Creek Real Estate Group 172. Whiteside Art Gallery 173. Betsy Paul Properties 176. Lenz Gifts

VISIT NORTON

➡ GlenCove ➡ Town and Country General Store DOWN 107 SOUTH

➡ Silver Run Reserve

OUT 64 WEST

➡ Cedar Creek Club

VISIT CULLOWHEE

➡ Four Seasons Landscape VISIT LAKE TOXAWAY

➡ The Greystone Inn ➡ Alair Homes ➡ Killer Bees ➡ Historic Toxaway Market ➡ Mountain Cafe ➡ Bear Tracks Travel Center ➡ Earthshine Lodge ➡ Headwaters Outfitters ➡ Healing Through Harmony ➡ Southern Highlands Reserve ➡ Balistreri Realty ➡ Historic Toxaway Foundation VISIT SAPPHIRE:

➡ Black Bear Lodge ➡ Lonesome Valley ➡ Sapphire Valley Real Estate VISIT SYLVA:

➡ Imperial Security

Cashiers, North Carolina

For a complete listing please visit our website, thelaurelmagazine.com.

Being added to our listing is easy! Simply advertise with The Laurel.

Water Lovers Rejoice

Paddles in the Water! Headwaters Outfitters in Rosman makes it possible to experience the French Broad River. Afterwards,you can relive the adventure at the Forks of the River Taproom. Before you set out, visit headwatersoutfitters.com.

Memories are made in the great outdoors here on the Plateau and Headwaters Outfitters at 25 Parkway Road in Rosman, NC is the place to go to start your outdoor water adventure. Since 1992, this family owned and operated small business, has provided memorable canoe, kayak, tubing and fly-fishing trips across the French Broad River Watershed. Next year, 2022, they will celebrate 30 years of Headwaters.

From the first of April to the End of October, guests can enjoy self guided or guided canoe or kayak trips on the first section of the Historic French Broad River. This class one section offers scenic and calm paddling trips for all skill levels and makes for a great place for beginners to try paddling on moving water. Year round, Headwaters offers Guided fly-fishing tours and Bass Charters that are led by their team of experienced professional guides. Guests can enjoy half day or full day outings on two pristine stretches of private water, or venture out to over 250 miles of public streams in and around the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forest. Whether it is your first time on the water or maybe you are an advanced angler, Headwater Outfitters can tailor a trip designed solely to your talents, tastes and needs.

Don’t miss their October Guided Colors of Fall Paddling trip. What better way to enjoy autumn splendor, than by paddling a scenic river and feeling like you’re the only people in the world? Enjoy the colors and escape the crowds, that’s a win-win.

Their outdoor store/fly shop offers a great selection of gear and apparel and you’re likely to find some used boats, kayaks and accessories on sale during the fall season. Why not plan ahead and start your Christmas shopping and find that perfect gift for the water lover or fisherman on your list? Headwaters prides themselves in carrying leading American made products such as Thomas and Thomas Fly Rods, Wenonah Canoe and Dovetail workwear. Hours vary by season but during October the retail shop is open daily from 8:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M.

The Forks of the River Taproom is just steps away from the retail shop and often you can find local food trucks on site! So enjoy a cold beverage and lunch on the river while you’re there. The Taproom features local craft beers on tap, and a variety of beer, wine and cider to take with you on your next adventure. They often have entertainment during the season so keep a close eye on their Facebook and Instagram for a schedule of events. Every Tuesday night from 5:30-7:30, you can tie flies and talk fishing with their Fly fishing Guides. It is open to all skill levels and extra tools and materials are provided. You won’t want to miss a moment of this fun.

Hours vary by season so visit their website at headwatersoutfitters. com for more info, as well as the aforementioned Facebook and Instagram pages.

by Mary Jane McCall

The Bursting of Toxaway Dam

Toxaway’s prosperity waxed and waned with a gorgeous lake and a blight that cleared the chestnut forests.

I’ve been describing the fortunes of the Toxaway community over the last 100 years and its boom-and-bust fortunes that have made life here precarious.

I’d draw your attention to the catastrophic bursting of the Lake Toxaway Dam In 1916 in the wake of massive rainfall.

Unfortunately, all of Toxaway’s luxury resort standing at the time was predicated upon the beauty of Lake Toxaway, which was established by constructing an earthen dam upon the Toxaway River.

Heavy rains during the summer of 1916 were compounded by a hurricane that pushed up from the Gulf of Mexico and flooded this corner of Western North Carolina. The dam that had created the lake collapsed in spectacular manner (you can see evidence of the mountain-scouring disaster in US 64 at Toxaway Falls).

That marked the end of the lake and the end of the resort lifestyle.

The arrival of the chestnut blight in the 1920s collapsed the logging industry that harvested the hardwoods carpeting the landscape around this portion of Transylvania County.

Loggers and their families moved to other parts of the United States and Canada where deep forests promised better fortune.

Although those twin blows would mark the end of plentiful work, Lucy Armstong, who built the Toxaway Inn during the boom times, didn’t abandon her community.

She had to shutter her inn after the loss of the lake, but Miss Lucy remained here.

“She loved teaching women skills that included cooking, canning, and homemaking, and during the difficult days of the depression, Lucy created jobs on her estate for people,” says Shannon Ellis, who owns The Greystone Inn with her husband Geoff. “She loved children, often hosting picnics and paid for over two dozen young people to attend college.” In 1960, business partners Reg Heinitsh and Darnell Boyd formed the Lake Toxaway Company and bought 8,900 acres of land and rebuilt the dam, taking into consideration the soil and the possibility of enormous rainfalls.

With the dam safely built, the lake filled to the dimensions that it enjoyed at the turn of the century, and Toxaway began to thrive as a resort and a second-home community.

by Luke Osteen