Artists flock to the Outer Banks, and their arts and arts & crafts play a key role in the Corolla, NC, shopping scene. Admire wall art, photography and other types of home decor at galleries. Browse the eye-catching pieces at jewelers. If you feel inspired by the work or your picturesque setting, pick up arts and crafts supplies at the hardware store.
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Corolla, NC, Arts and Arts & Crafts
1122 Corolla Village Road, Corolla
Spry Creek is one of the highlights of the Historic Corolla Village and is owned by deeply rooted Outer Banker Karen Scarborough Whitfield and her husband, John. In 2004 the couple transformed Karen's father's garage workshop into a charming shop complete with the building's original bay doors and concrete flooring. Customers are drawn to Spry Creek's jewelry selections, including Outer Banks sea glass jewelry, Joan Corbell's authentic shipwreck jewelry, Ron Vick rings and the popular On U collection from Richmond. New in the shop is a selection of quality ladies' apparel. Spry Creek also features local art, Outer Banks Candle Co. candles, a nice selection of North Carolina-made pottery, colorful hand-painted ceramics by Donna Toohey and ceramic house numbers. The shop also offers French table linens, Avalin sweaters made in Brooklyn, NY, stylish sun protection hats by Shihreen, USA-made Solmate socks, French market baskets, wind chimes, handmade soaps – and the list goes on. Be sure to look for Karen’s father’s workbench, which came out of Penny’s Hill Lifesaving Station. Spry Creek is named after a deep-water creek just north of the shop where local fishermen and hunters used to keep their boats and a local crabber still does.
Spry Creek is one of the highlights of the Historic Corolla Village and is owned by deeply rooted Outer Banker Karen Scarborough Whitfield and her husband, John. In 2004 the couple transformed Karen's father's garage workshop into a charming shop complete with the building's original bay doors and concrete flooring. Customers are drawn to Spry Creek's jewelry selections, including Outer Banks sea glass jewelry, Joan...read more
Spry Creek is one of the highlights of the Historic Corolla Village and is owned...read more
Corolla, NC, Arts and Arts & Crafts
The Mystic Jewel has a beautiful collection of eye-catching, affordable jewelry. They specialize in sterling silver and semi-precious gemstone creations and feature their own line of jewelry created here on the Outer Banks and sold only in their shops. They also have a wonderful array of jewelry from other designers and artisans, with new pieces arriving daily to provide an ever-changing selection. They are open...read more
Corolla, NC, Arts and Arts & Crafts
After touring the house and grounds (see Attractions) visit the Museum Gallery. The gallery showcases the talents of both local and regional artists who create handmade treasures related to the property. For example, you’ll find custom-crafted jewelry and ornaments made from the original copper roof shingles, circa 1925. While browsing, you will also find a selection of hand-carved decoys, beautiful paintings, photos and prints. Also...read more
