Treasured Moments at 320 Honeyville Ave in Stanley, Virginia is an established full-service retail florist celebrating over 40 years in business (founded around 1984, formerly Stanley Flower Shop & More) that relocated to a larger space in October 2023 with expanded offerings now including Amish-made furniture, home décor, and an extensive gift shop alongside traditional fresh flower arrangements and floral design services. The shop maintains a perfect 5.0-star rating from Flower Shop Network reviews, with customers praising breathtaking custom arrangements that stay beautiful for two weeks, easy online ordering, helpful staff providing care instructions, and responsive customer service including quick refunds when needed. Pricing includes Designer's Choice arrangements starting at $65 to $85, premium dozen roses from $84.95+, sympathy and funeral flowers from $65+, green and blooming houseplants from $55+, free custom wedding consultations, and seasonal designs for all major holidays including Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas throughout Page County and surrounding Rockingham, Warren, and Shenandoah areas with same-day delivery available for orders placed by 1:00 PM Monday through Saturday. Hours are Monday through Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm (closed Sundays), with local deliveries between 1 and 2pm daily. You can order online, by phone, or visit in person to browse the expanded inventory that now features Amish sofas, chairs, dining sets, bedroom suites, kitchen islands, rugs, curtains, candles, custom wreaths, gift baskets ($95+), licensed TY plush toys, and greeting cards in the spacious new location with great parking. Quick note though... if you're looking for Virginia flower farm experiences like pick-your-own wildflower meadows, lavender field tours, sunflower photography sessions, greenhouse tours, or garden experiences, this isn't that kind of place. Treasured Moments specializes exclusively in retail floral sales, event flowers, and gift shop merchandise without any farm activities, outdoor flower fields, or garden experience components. For Virginia visitors specifically seeking agritourism flower experiences, u-pick gardens, or farm-based floral attractions, you'd want to check out alternative destinations offering hands-on flower picking and agricultural tours instead.
Located in the picturesque Town of Shenandoah in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah General Store offers country home decor, homemade soaps, lotions, and candles, serving locals and tourists since 1999. Operating at 119 Maryland Avenue with owner Karen Miller at the helm who even handcrafts soaps and lotions in-house, this charming general store carries home decor, jewelry, locally made bath products, candles, Virginia peanuts, and is also a Boost Mobile Authorized dealer and UPS drop-off location. The store maintains a 92% recommendation rate from 44 Facebook reviews, with a budget-friendly price range of $. Operating hours are Monday-Friday 10 am-6 pm, Saturday 10 am-5 pm, and Sunday (seasonally) 1:00-5 pm. Customer reviews consistently praise the friendly service and unique merchandise, with visitors noting "A visit to the Shenandoah General Store at any time is always a wonderful experience! Karen and Nancy have captured the spirit of Christmas beautifully with dazzling selections to enhance your home or to speak of your excellent taste in a gift. Home town pride in big city selections!" Perfect for finding seasonal and holiday gifts, rustic and primitive décor, and so much more, the store also features Willow Tree Angel products, local postcards, books, and collectibles with friendly small town service. Additional offerings include farm fresh eggs and artisan items that celebrate the rural charm of this Blue Ridge Mountain community.
Possum's Store Art and Artisan Gallery is a contemporary art gallery housed in a beautifully restored circa-1890 general store at 914 Old Blue Ridge Turnpike in the village of Criglersville, Madison County—just one mile from Route 231 in Virginia's scenic Blue Ridge Mountains near Shenandoah National Park. Originally known as McAllisters General Store, this historic building served as a community gathering place for generations and notably hosted President Herbert Hoover during his fishing trips to the nearby Rapidan River, which was America's first presidential retreat. The artisan gallery was lovingly renovated and reopened with a grand opening in September 2019 by award-winning painter and woodworker Renee Balfour, who has exhibited nationally and internationally for over 30 years and co-authored "The Virginia Visual Arts Resource Directory." The gallery showcases work from local makers and regional artists including paintings, wooden sculpture, handmade ceramics, glass art, porcelain jewelry, mixed-media assemblages, and blacksmith metalwork by master blacksmith Fred Crist—offering visitors a curated selection of handcrafted gifts and fine art in one charming destination. Beyond visual art, Possum's Store has become an intimate live music venue hosting world-class jazz and bluegrass concerts monthly from 6:30-8:30pm on Saturdays, featuring acclaimed performers like Robert Jospé and Chris Whiteman who have played at Blue Note NYC and the Hollywood Bowl—with performances supported by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and National Endowment for the Arts. The gallery is open Saturdays 11am-5:30pm and Sundays 11am-3pm, serves as headquarters for the Madison County VA Plein Air Festival, and can be reached at 434-960-5115 or info@possumsstoreva.com—making it an essential stop for art lovers exploring Virginia wine country near DuCard Vineyards and Graves Mountain Farm.
Hawksbill Trading Company sits at 139 Virginia Avenue in Luray, Virginia, working as the area's business incubator with local artisans, produce, baked goods, home decor, and gifts spread across two floors. It launched in January 2016 as a cooperative with just 20 vendors. By the first anniversary that number had tripled. Now there's nearly 60 vendors selling everything from antiques and jewelry to up-cycled furniture, original art, home goods, meats, and produce. Here's the backstory: vendor James North and other business owners scrambled to form this cooperative after their previous market shut down, getting guidance from the Shenandoah Valley SBDC to set up the shared retail space without fixed booths. More than 50 small businesses bloom under one roof at this premiere Artisan Cooperative, bringing local talent to a broader audience. Open Monday through Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 12:00-5pm, and you can call them at (540) 743-1819. The prices? Actually reasonable, which isn't always the case with artisan stuff. They run various workshops in everything from essential oils to painting to fly-tying (yes, fly-tying). Expect crafts, flea market finds, flowers, jewelry, locally made products, vintage goods, and artisanal food items like honey and jams. Smells like cinnamon and woodsmoke in there most days.
Rainbow Hill is NOT a craft workshop or DIY maker studio. Worth saying that upfront. There are NO pottery classes, glass blowing, woodworking, leather crafting, paint and sip events, or hands-on craft workshops of any kind here. What it actually is: a museum-like gift shop and metaphysical retail spot located at 2547 U.S. Highway 211 West, Luray, VA 22835. This family-owned specialty retail business has been running since 1997 and is owned by Juanita Nita, whose late husband George co-founded it after they originally opened the property as a fine dining restaurant back in 1979. The store has seven rooms packed with unique stuff including crystals, gemstones, fossils, minerals, jewelry, incense, tarot cards, goddess items, fairy collectibles from artists like Jessica Galbreth, candles, tapestries, sacred statuary, smudge sticks, singing bowls, drums, and the Parkhurst Beer and Wine Shop featuring Virginia wines and microbrews. Pretty impressive spread if you're into that sort of thing. The business earned Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2025 (top 10% of properties) and maintains a 90% recommendation rate on Facebook from 19 reviews with a 4.4 to 4.7 aggregate rating across platforms. Customers praise the diverse selection at reasonable prices, friendly helpful staff, and the fact you can spend hours browsing the extensive collections in this spacious museum-quality shopping environment. It's just 2 miles from Luray Caverns and minutes from Shenandoah National Park on Highway 211. Hours are Sunday through Wednesday and Friday from 12-5:30pm, Saturday 12-6pm, closed Thursdays. They accept credit cards with outdoor seating and parking available, though hours can vary so calling ahead at (540) 743-4009 is smart if you're traveling from a distance. The shop employs local artisans and offers products averaging $11-$30 per item according to reviews. Customers note great prices on gemstones and jewelry and appreciate having plenty of room to walk around despite the vast inventory creating an immersive shopping experience. Now, some reviews do mention occasional unprofessional staff interactions and cleanliness concerns (can't win 'em all), but the overwhelming majority of feedback highlights owner Nita's welcoming presence, knowledgeable staff, and unique treasures including spiritual items, home décor, clothing, stickers, souvenirs, and one of the largest crystal and mineral collections in the Shenandoah Valley. Contact Rainbow Hill at rainbowhill@rainbow-hill.com or (540) 743-6009 between noon and 6pm for inquiries about metaphysical retail offerings, Virginia wine selection at the Parkhurst shop, or directions to this must-visit Luray shopping destination perfect for tourists seeking unique gifts, spiritual supplies, and one-of-a-kind treasures in a family-owned store with deep community roots spanning nearly five decades. It's a source of inspiration and curated goods for the creative community, just not a venue for hands-on crafting.
Cathie Miranda Potterylady is a pottery studio and artisan gift shop that's been going strong for 24 years at 317 E Main St in Downtown Luray's Art District, making it a must-stop for handmade pottery lovers exploring Virginia's Shenandoah Valley near Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park. Cathie Miranda came from Long Island, New York originally, relocated to the Valley in 1989, and earned her Certificate in Ceramics from Lord Fairfax Community College in 2001 after studying under instructor Robin Teas (technical pottery building and glaze chemistry, which sounds intense). Her home gallery displays hand-thrown pottery, hand-built pieces, and custom ceramic designs, all made with lead-free glazes fired in an electric kiln at 2,200°F so everything's dishwasher and microwave safe for actual daily use. The studio has a perfect 5.0-star Google rating, and reviewers keep mentioning how she'll recreate cherished pieces that have broken and often throws in surprise gifts with orders. That kind of care is rare. Beyond the studio, Miranda serves as President of the Page Valley Arts Council, and her ceramics show up at Arts & Artisans Fine Art Gallery and The Art Space on 211 in Luray. She offers pottery classes and workshops for all skill levels, and you can buy her work through the online shop or by visiting the gallery in person. Call (540) 743-9500. They take all major credit cards and PayPal.
Located in the old Stonewall Bank building in McGaheysville, which was built around 1900 and originally served as a general store when there weren't things like Wal-Mart, Target, or malls, requiring local people to get everything they needed from the local general store. The building was restored in 2013 by the Upshur family and turned into a gallery that highlights the work of different kinds of artists, many from the Valley, with current owner Sarah Upshur getting involved in 2017 and later taking it over after the original owner retired. "I've met a lot of artists. I have eastern shore artists, middle Virginia where I live now has a lot of artists, and I have artists from the Valley, so I love to represent the whole state," said Sarah Upshur, owner of Stoney Run Artisans Gallery. The gallery has been mixed up to include lamps, rugs, pillows, furniture, specialty foods and soaps, along with handmade jewelry, eco-friendly products, a kids section, custom made funerary boxes, handmade towels, and visitors can marvel at the original 1920s bank vault and antique oak phone booth inside. "Paintings and prints of Massanutten, and I have photo cards by Karen Arnold showing Massanutten Peak and the rural areas, the farm land," highlights the beauty of the Valley. Featured artists include Armand Cabrera, Kelly Wilkinson Coffin, D. Haskell Chhuy, Janet Ikenberry, Charles Raisner, Phil Evans, Diana Davis, and Anne Stevenson. The gallery is open Friday-Sunday (with some sources noting Wednesday-Sunday), located at 9945 McGaheysville Road, just 3 miles from Massanutten Resort, and 9 miles from the city of Harrisonburg. Reviews note "A great little shoppe in the area! They have many local artisan items and some are very unique. This is a must do if you are in the area.
The Marketplace opened at 3 River Lane in Sperryville's River District, filling an 8,000+ square foot space in western Rappahannock County where world-class dining, high-end art galleries, local purveyors, and bed and breakfasts make this area a gateway to Shenandoah National Park. They quietly opened their doors in 2024 in the revived River District Arts building, with the grand opening held April 27. The River District buildings used to be an apple packing plant (you can still see the bones of the old structure), sitting right at the confluence of the Thornton River and the North Fork Thornton River. Inside there's small-batch artisanal legacy baked goods, specialty coffee and gelato, artisan chocolates, a full-service restaurant and bar, plus a curated selection of local artwork and specialized goods from talented local artists and small-business owners. Vendor rents start as low as $375/month to encourage long-term stability. Coming up on their one-year anniversary, all 17 original spaces that opened are still in operation (except two that closed due to non-business related issues). Neighbors in the tight-knit district include Wild Roots Apothecary, Copper Fox Distillery, Copper Fox Antiques, and Veditz and Company Brewing. They host a summer concert series and the annual SperryFest celebration too. The venue is passionate about supporting the local small business community and giving creatives space to showcase their work, with expansion plans underway to add wellness studios and offices upstairs. Notable vendor Walker Bakeshop is opening their flagship retail space here after becoming favorites at the Rappahannock County Farmers' Market. Contact office@yatesproperties.com for more info.
Walkabout Outfitter is a beloved Virginia outdoor retail chain founded in 2005 in Lexington by Kirk and Tina Miller—making it a 20-year-old family-owned business—with their Harrisonburg location at 90 N Main Street serving as a hub for hikers, backpackers, and outdoor enthusiasts in the Shenandoah Valley. Kirk Miller thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 1999 under the trail name "Flying Monkey," and that authentic outdoor expertise infuses every store—staff includes experienced AT hikers who provide expert advice on hiking boots, backpacking gear, camping equipment, and outdoor clothing. Important clarification: Walkabout Outfitter operates as a retail sales business rather than a gear rental shop, though they deserve mention for their exceptional service to the outdoor community and proximity to prime hiking destinations. The Harrisonburg store carries premium brands including Patagonia, The North Face, Osprey, Arc'teryx, Merrell, Keen, Chaco, Altra, Darn Tough, ENO, and Black Diamond, with specialized gear for backpacking, camping, trail running, and casual outdoor wear. Their tagline "From trail to tavern" reflects their inclusive approach—welcoming everyone from serious thru-hikers to casual urban shoppers—and their motto "Quit your day job" (along with "encouraging happiness since 2005") captures the adventurous spirit Kirk and Tina bring to the business. Across their six Virginia locations (Lexington, Harrisonburg, Blacksburg, Richmond, Roanoke, and Colonial Williamsburg), they've earned consistent 4.8/5 star ratings with customers praising the knowledgeable staff, exceptional service, and non-intimidating atmosphere. The company offers free educational events including Backpacking 101 classes, gear clinics, and has hosted Backpacker Magazine's Get Out More Tour, plus provides complimentary in-store pack checks where experts review customers' backpacking gear lists. Walkabout was a quarter-finalist for the Independent Small Business of the Year national award and recognized among America's Top 100 Small Businesses "Culture Champions" by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in 2020, reflecting their community impact and excellence. The Harrisonburg location is managed by Crysta Bliss and can be reached at (540) 434-9900, open Monday–Saturday 10 AM–7 PM and Sunday 10 AM–6 PM.
Back in October 2000, JMU art professor Crystal Theodore finally turned her dream of a downtown Harrisonburg gallery into something real, and OASIS (Our Art Space in Shenandoah) has grown into a 501(c)(3) non-profit collective with roughly 40+ local artists working in all sorts of mediums. Sitting at 103 S. Main Street in Harrisonburg's historic downtown and Arts & Cultural District, this place has pulled off something impressive: running entirely on volunteer staff, community support, and loyal customers while staying the only gallery in the district with daily hours for over a decade. That's not easy. They just celebrated their 25th anniversary during First Fridays on October 3rd with this ambitious community mosaic project that got everyone involved. The staff couldn't be friendlier, and yes, you can bring your dog while you browse (my kind of gallery). You'll find stained glass, well-crafted wooden pieces, one-of-a-kind jewelry, woven and felted wearables, ceramics, pottery, and greeting cards with crazy good detail, all at prices that won't make you wince. Hours are Sunday through Thursday 11-5 and Friday through Saturday 10-5, with online shopping available too. Artists wanting to join can apply for monthly jurying on the 3rd Monday, with applications and work due by the 5th. The Jury Committee and OASIS Board handle decisions and let folks know by month's end.
BeeTheLight is a brand dedicated to creating ethical and sustainable beeswax candles and castile soap bars, crafted with a purpose, with a vision as a social enterprise that nourishes people, planet and soul, while starving hatred, greed, and imperialism. These candles are hand-poured sustainably in Harrisonburg, Virginia with 100% Pure USA Beeswax, with every purchase helping their mission to care for refugees and orphaned children in need, naturally purifying the air with negative ions and a warm honey aroma. Founded by Daniel and Jessamyn Day after their marriage, they wanted to generate funds for humanitarian work while honoring the planet, community, and everyone in the supply chain, inspired by Daniel's experience living at an off-the-grid hospitality house where beeswax candles provided essential lighting. Their honey candles are handcrafted with pure beeswax sourced from local beekeepers and honey bottlers in the USA, etched with original art by Jessamyn Day. Customer reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with buyers stating "This is my go to candle company for tea lights, tapers and pillars. Very happy with the product quality, shipping and packaging. A little on the pricey side but worth it. Plus I love that proceeds go to a good cause," and the company has gained thousands of social media followers. Their product line includes tea lights (4-hour burn time), votives (15-hour burn time), tapers (10-hour burn time), and Fair Trade certified castile soaps made with organic ingredients in peppermint, orange citrus, lavender, and unscented varieties with aromatherapy blends. The company maintains strong ethical standards, using beeswax from beekeepers and honey bottlers right here in the USA who benefit from policies and norms around human rights.
Paul Hansbarger launched Lineage in 2016 from Harrisonburg, Virginia, making handcrafted waxed canvas and leather bags, accessories, and candles that honestly feel like they belong in a Wes Anderson film. The first brick-and-mortar opened in downtown Harrisonburg in 2018, and they added a second shop in Richmond's Carytown neighborhood in 2021. Everything's handcrafted in small batches right in their workshop. The bags carry Virginia river names (Shenandoah, Rivanna, James), which feels right somehow. Weekender bags run $295, candles go for $26. The whole idea? Simple, stylish, durable stuff you'll actually hand down someday. Harrisonburg's store at 165 S. Main Street is open Tuesday through Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm, while Richmond at 3106 W. Cary Street stays open daily 11am-6pm. They source waxed cotton canvas and full grain vegetable tanned leather from small family-owned US mills and tanneries, materials that get better with age and develop that worn-in patina collectors love. Reviews sit around 4.5 out of 5 stars, and there's this loyal crowd of Richmond customers who order online first then make the trip to Harrisonburg just to watch bags get sewn right in front of them. I once spent twenty minutes just watching a strap get stitched. Both locations also stock home goods, apparel, ceramics, apothecary items, and gifts from regional makers. Worth the visit.
Great.full Goods operates as an eco-conscious apothecary, refillery, and artisan exchange at 165 S Main St, Suite #101, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 inside the Shops at Agora in Historic Downtown Harrisonburg—a destination that pairs well with vintage hunting in the surrounding downtown district featuring nearby thrift stores and vintage clothing boutiques. Founded in August 2021 by Harrisonburg native Melissa Nguyen (a former American Sign Language interpreter who worked at the White House and Pentagon), the business recently transitioned to new owner Ocean Burriss as of December 1, 2025, continuing its mission as a "thrifty eco-shop with general store vibes" helping the community live with less plastic through biodegradable, compostable, reusable, and refillable products. The shop's three main sections include a popular refillery for non-toxic laundry detergent, hand soap, and shampoo bars; an apothecary featuring locally-made herbal remedies, tinctures, elderberry syrup, mushroom extracts, and loose herbs; and an artisan exchange showcasing local pottery, handcrafted jewelry, tallow products from GlenDor Farm, local honey, and vintage postcards. In 2022 alone, Great.full Goods diverted over 8,000 containers from the local waste stream, and the colorful store features upcycled art including a sign made from 127 bottle caps representing their first refill customers, with shoppers praising the thoughtfully curated products and lovely, knowledgeable staff. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm (closed Monday), this wheelchair-accessible, pet-friendly shop accepts credit cards and offers products from price points around $8/ounce for specialty items, with an emphasis on long-term sustainable savings through low-waste living. Contact the shop at (540) 987-0668 or simplynatural@shopgreatfull.com to discover this inspiring and essential stop featured in WHSV-TV, Daily News-Record, and JMU's The Breeze.
Evergrowin' Greenhouses at 6263 Thomas Spring Rd in Bridgewater, Virginia is the kind of three-generation family nursery that reminds you why shopping local still matters. Walk in during peak spring season and that greenhouse humidity mixed with geranium leaves hits you immediately. Established in 1976 and now celebrating 49 years in business, they offer an exceptional selection of annual flowers, perennials, vegetables, herbs, and garden supplies with free admission and a reputation that speaks for itself (4.9-star rating from 76 Chamber of Commerce reviewers, 98% Facebook recommendation rate, 5-star Yelp reviews, and A+ BBB rating). Founded by Steve Showalter and now operated by Joy and Jesse Showalter with next-generation Cameron Showalter, this small family business serves both retail Virginia gardeners and wholesale commercial growers from their wheelchair-accessible location with free parking. They recently expanded to a second location called Paramount Plant Co outside Broadway. Spring selection season (April 1 through May 20 with extended hours 8:30am to 6pm weekdays, 8:30am to 5pm Saturdays) features a full house dedicated to geraniums, Proven Winners brand plants, vibrant hanging baskets, zinnias in all colors and sizes, plus vegetables and herbs perfect for Virginia home gardens and container gardening. Fall offerings (late August through early October) showcase over 100 varieties of mums in 6 different sizes, asters, ornamental cabbage and kale, pansies, decorative grasses, and pumpkins. Christmas season brings traditional poinsettias in multiple colors and sizes, cyclamen, festive houseplants, and the gift shop's locally-sourced wreaths and seasonal decorations. The annual Spring Open House draws massive crowds with free doughnuts, hot dogs, soft drinks, cotton candy, and door prize giveaways. It's become a beloved comunity event where customers browse what reviewers consistently describe as healthier and more vibrant plants than competitors. Customer testimonials emphasize the family-like atmosphere, exceptional customer service from knowledgeable multi-generational growers, reasonable pricing, willingness to special-order specific varieties, and the gift shop added about a year ago carrying garden essentials, wall art, flags, and seasonal décor. Not offering lavender farm tours, sunflower field walks, tulip garden experiences, or pick-your-own flower activities? True. But Evergrowin' serves as an essential resource for Virginia gardeners seeking high-quality plants, expert advice, mulch sales (double cut oak, dyed brown and black, mushroom compost), and reliable greenhouse supplies in the Rockingham County area with Monday through Saturday hours (closed Sundays) and the trusted reputation of nearly half a century serving local communities.
Founded by local photographer Scott Turnmeyer and his wife Pam, Turnmeyers is a boutique gift shop and gallery nestled in the heart of Front Royal, Virginia, operating as a tight-knit team of five dedicated individuals who take pride in offering personalized customer service and reliability that only a small business can provide. Located at 407B East Main Street, this artisan destination features hand-blown glass artistry from Glass Eye Studios, including iconic planetary paperweights, vibrant wave bowls, unique egg and heart paperweights, and fireball paperweights that capture dynamic movement and energy, along with themes around Shenandoah National Park and Blue Ridge Mountains souvenirs. Customers have given Turnmeyers 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 957 reviews, indicating high customer satisfaction, with reviewers on TripAdvisor praising it as "We love Turnmeyers. Whenever we visit Front Royal we always make a trip in. Such a nice store, great customer service. It's a destination." The shop combines small business charm with e-commerce efficiency, offering both in-store and online shopping experiences with flat rate $5 shipping on all products. Open 7 days a week with hours Monday-Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 9am-7pm, and Sunday 12pm-6pm, Turnmeyers carries top brands including Simply Southern, Nora Fleming, Scott Turnmeyer Fine Art, Myra Bag, and WillowTree products. The business has earned Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice award for consistently earning great reviews from travelers and ranking within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor, marketing itself as "Front Royal's #1 Gift Shop.
