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Love it! Art Theory Bearing gestural, fluid markings, this hand-blown glass vessel incorporates a medley of painterly hues. $580, blue, Asheville. (828) 277-2583
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Purple Reign You’ll feel like royalty wearing this amethyst and 14k white gold ring, accented with pink tourmaline and diamonds, from the Roberta Z collection. $750, REEDS Jewelers, Asheville. (828) 298-4024
Store More This Indian Trail bench, which opens for storage, will nestle nicely at the foot of your bed. Call for price, Heartland Fine Amish Furniture, Asheville. (828) 684-7400
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Classic Gem This blue topaz and carved sterling silver necklace by Sara Blaine will complement any neckline. Call for price, Jewels That Dance, Asheville. (828) 254-5088
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Designer’s Touch Lounge in luxe comfort with this sofa by Robin Bruce, featuring hypoallergenic down feathers. Available in more than 200 fabrics. $1,500, Asheville Furniture Showcase, Asheville. (828) 575-2101
Add a colorful bloom to your ensemble with Linda Bell’s wool flower pin, hand-constructed using rug-hooking techniques. $34, John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown. 1-(800) 365-5724
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Tip-top Totes Head back to school with this stain- and water-resistant Kid Picnic play pack and Room It Up laptop sleeve. $20 pack, $23 sleeve, Hoop-la!, Asheville. (828) 687-1990
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Love it! Super Star Olen Givens’ stained glass Space Globe channels otherworldly design. $200, Grovewood Gallery, Asheville. (828) 253-7651
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Brazilian Beauties This amethyst ring and cuff bangle from Roberto Coin’s Ipanema collection feature semi-precious stones and 18k gold. Call for prices, Roberto Coin Boutique, Asheville. (828) 350-1134
Branch Out Bring the outdoors into your kitchen with this playful earthenware jar by Ronan Peterson. $2,000, Penland Gallery, Penland. (828) 765-6211
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Creature Comforts Brighten your life with this sea monster lamp by Southern Highland Craft Guild member John Richards. $270, Guild Crafts, Asheville. (828) 298-7903
Calming Influence This 18k gold necklace is beaded with chrysophrase from Australia, which is believed to have soothing powers. Call for price, Alexander & Lehnert Fine Jewelry, Asheville. (828) 254-2010
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Similar to fused glass, Rick Stafford’s colored and marbled porcelain tile, titled Red Dragonfly Pond, is a decorative accent. $210, New Morning Gallery, Asheville. (828) 274-2831
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Fluff & Feathers Make a comfy nest with Erin Brittain’s custom, downfilled pillows, made of limited edition linen. Also available in bedding and drapery. $40-$65, ScreenDoor, Asheville. (828) 277-3667
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