Blowing Rock Blog

Give them a gift that feels like a moment waiting to happen. A Speckled Trout Gift Card opens the door to everything we stand for fire-kissed meals, trail-ready gear, and curated adventures.

The Hummingbird bag is Grounded Works’ most recent product release. The bag was designed to be a simple cross body bag for all the day to day essentials.

Cozy up with Cabin Fever’s Blowing Rock Knit Sweater! This soft, light-blue pullover features navy lettering across the chest and a relaxed, easygoing fit—perfect for crisp mornings, scenic strolls, or your next getaway to the High Country.

Meet the beanie that does it all! This adorable & ultra-soft 3-in-1 set includes a plush pom beanie, a matching velvet bow scrunchie, and a removable pom that doubles as a cute hair accessory.

This year the “Favorite Thing” at my mountain home is Jenn and Lori’s Front Porch Elixirs! These craft cocktail infusion kits contains everything you’ll need to make an incredible cocktail!

Serves You Right! is currently selling a RC Remote Control inflatable Dinosaur. Available in two colors. Turn it on, your dinosaur inflates, and is ready to drive around. Whether it’s around town or your house, anywhere you can go your Dino can go too!

Have a writer in your life? Give the gift of a quill or glass dipping pen to jazz up the writing process. Turn their favorite past time into a ritual with feathered quill or an ornate glass dipping pen. Perfect for journaling or artwork these pens add a level of

Made locally in North Carolina, Notti Toffee is a great hostess gift, stocking stuffer, or delicious treat! Sold exclusively at Mustard Seed Home, they have toffee flavors such as coffee, ginger cayenne, dark chocolate pecan, and chocolate peppermint.

This candle has been a best seller for 35 years! The Aroma Natural Peace Candle has a scent of orange, clove, and cinnamon. This festive scent is uplifting while bright orange soothes and calms.

Make your favors extra festive with the Favor Basket from Mountain Thread Co. Each basket is handmade so they are all slightly different! The baskets are $18 and work great for gathering and containing smaller objects in style!