Let’s Go Buy Buy in North Georgia
Stroll downtown Blue Ridge or the Copper Basin, and you’ll find something special waiting around every corner! To help narrow your choices and provide some fun gift ideas, we’re featuring a special item from each of our featured advertisers below. Let’s go buy-buy!
Surprise Balls
Unwind layers of colorful crepe paper ribbons to reveal fun keepsake prizes tucked carefully inside this handmade mini ball. $5.50 ea.
Lily + Coco
641 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-258-2999
Faucet Flowers
Let the sun shine on these cute upcycled flowers made from old faucets and wire. $15/$22 ea.
Ain’t What It Used to Be
304 W. First Street, Blue Ridge
706-455-7508
Bee Earrings
Dress up your outfit with these fun 24kt gold plated studs from Susan Shaw. Bee Earrings $36.
Crawford Collections
500 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-0772
Ralph’s Sauce
Pasta sauce without garlic? The story goes: Ralph liked to go out dancing with the ladies and didn’t want garlic breath! 80 years later, it’s a best seller in regular and vegan varieties. $8.99/16oz.
The Pasta Market
100 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville
11 Mountain Street, Blue Ridge
727-463-1911
Fall Scents
Welcome in the season with a 22oz. Keeper’s of the Light candle, available in amazing scents like Juicy Apple, Vanilla Bourbon, Cashmere and Cozy Cabin. $28 ea.
Scents of Blue Ridge
611 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
941-456-0132
Lobster Friend
Have fun browsing the unique and one-of-a-kind finds, including Elvis records, signed sports memorabilia, gourd decor and much, much more. Lobster Fisherman Figurine $28
Chooch
101 W. Tennessee Avenue, McCaysville
706-502-1411
Stride in Style
You can’t go wrong with a new pair of shoes, especially these lace-up 100% leather Taos Crave boots, available in several colors. $199
Ballard’s of Blue Ridge
679 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
251-455-6210
Funny Faces
What pup wouldn’t love a cute (and tasty!) treat in the shape of a paw print, smiley face or peanut butter cup? $0.99-$2.99 ea.
Cohutta Country Store
83 Dunbarton Farm Road, Blue Ridge
706-946-6366
Foxy eyes
Canton artist James J. Williams paints foxes, bears, owls and more in rich and stunning detail — and perfect for hanging in your cabin. 36″ x 24″ Original Acrylic $2,400, Giclée $770
High Country Art
715 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-632-6882
Carry it All
This Amaryllis Messenger Bag by Myra Bag is made with nature-friendly canvas, leather and cowhide. $64
Southerndipidy
641 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-0392
Holiday Goodies
Need a quick gift? Fill up a gift basket with yummy jams, jellies, preserves, honey, sauces and other provisions. Prices vary
Mercier Orchards
8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge
706-632-3411
Always Unique
You never know what interesting items you’ll find at this consignment store, filled with furniture, linens, paintings and home decor. Wood Table $199, Windsor Back Chairs $39 ea.
Design Refind
146 Depot Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-2031
Silver & Gems
Can you choose just one ring? Or maybe choose one for each finger and mix simple bands with turquoise, moonstone, opal and other precious stones. Prices vary
Owl’s Nest
709 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
100 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville
706-946-6378
Dog “Treats”
Cute squeaky toys that look like soda cans, beer bottles and potato chip bags — fun for both you and your favorite fur-friend! Prices vary
Mainstreet Mutt
100 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville
Guy Stuff
Your favorite guy will love this canvas & leather cooler that doesn’t look like a cooler. Add a handy bottle opener for his favorite brew. Cooler $149. Opener from $6
OAR Finer Goods
624 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-3050
Blue Ridge Gear
Show off your love of Blue Ridge with a warm sweatshirt, stylish hat and coffee mug. Mug $10, Hat $25, Sweatshirt $38
Blue Ridge Adventure Wear
661 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
100 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville
706-632-3991
Wood Trees
With two floors and dozens of booths featuring different vendors, there’s plenty to choose from! Set of 3 Wood Carved Trees $135.
Blue Ridge Mountain Mall
618 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-632-1063
Girl Stuff
Cinch up your jeans or add pizzazz to a dress. Hair on Hide Belt $79
Canoe
624 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-258-2999
Lounge Around
Hello Mello loungewear is so soft and comfy you may never take it off. There’s even a long-sleeve hoodie that’s perfect for cool fall evenings. T-Shirt & Shorts $17 ea.
River Laurel Gifts & Boutique
100 Blue Ridge Drive, McCaysville
706-964-1210
Wine It Up
If you display your wine in this handcrafted table made from a recycled wine barrel, you may just drink it a little more often! Wine Barrel Wine Holder $1,950
Pezrok
524 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-632-6036
Kitchen complement
Dry your dishes while thinking of the fun times spent vacationing in Blue Ridge. Towels $8.99 ea.
Chester’s Provisions
733 Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-258-4907
Roll it up
Troyer Roll Butter is made only from first cream, while other butters are made from whey cream (a bi-product of cheese making). There’s a difference. Prices vary
Taste of Amish
1412 Appalachian Hwy., Blue Ridge
706-632-8989
Fuzzy Flies
Grab a few flies for your next fishing trip. Or sign up for the next “Intro to Fly Tying” class and learn to make your own! Prices vary
Cohutta Fishing Company
490 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-3044
Beary Good Light
There’s a bear for everyone at this downtown gift shop — lamps, napkin holders, linens, wall hangings, figurines and more. 3 Stacked Bears Floor Lamp $186
The Bear Store
601 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-258-3703
Sharp Gifting
Hand-carved and exquisitely crafted, this Lone Wolf knife will thrill any serious collector. Wyatt Earp Knife $695
Blue Ridge Knife Company
497 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-6634
Take a Spin
The handcrafted copper on this Good Directions weathervane will age naturally over time. Fish Weathervane $189 + 20% Off, Other Styles Available
Blue Ridge Bird Seed Company
611 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-258-2473
Wild West
You’ll love the way you look in jeans, hats, boots and jewelry inspired by the spirit of the West. Prices vary
Mustang Sally
108 Ocoee Street, Copperhill, TN
423-548-5158
CBD Vaping
For high VG vaporizers, this fluid is formulated using whole-plant CBD extract. Prices vary
Mountain Mist Vape Shop
500 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-0056
Hang It up
Lovingly handmade by a local artisan, this one-of-a-kind art will dress up any cabin home. 43″ x 52″ Native American Wallhanging $169, other designs available
Walhala Ridge Furnishings
679 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-632-0332
Personal Art
Award-winning artist Mary Means sculpts peaceful figures in mixed media ceramics. Prices vary
Fat Raccoon Gallery
121 Ocoee Street, Copperhill, TN
770-362-6330
Cook It Up
Don’t eat hotdogs on your camping trip. Go gourmet with a collapsible stove with two individual burners, windscreens and nonstick griddle. Primus Tupike Gas Stove $230
Blue Ridge Adventure Gear
342 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge
706-946-2080
Cruise Around
The original Pedego bike is comfortable and loaded with user-friendly features, like a 36-volt battery uses that weighs less than a housecat and can go up to 45 miles on about 10 cents worth of electricity. $1,995