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Megan Ursic is the owner and founder of The Handcrafted Cooperative in Morgantown,
Summer Style, by Hand Browse items perfect for the glorious dog days ahead. introduces us to some of her favorite makers. f
Beaches to Experience Without Leaving the Mountain State
the summer season ushers in annual markets and festivals. We gather our friends and family and make memories with a shared love of art, music, food, and shopping. This year, things are a little different due to COVID-19—but we can’t let this epidemic derail the support our makers and artisans need now more than ever. This summer, you can help a small business you know and love from the comfort of your home. If you need a little inspiration, here are five talented makers who would be grateful to have your support.
Experience the beauty and medicinal power of nature through Stacy Ford’s skin care line, Rora Apothic. These cold- process bar soaps are vegan, made with organic oils, and feature recycled packaging materials. $8, etsy.com/shop/roraapothic
There is a reason Summersville Lake has been nicknamed “The Little Bahamas of the East.” The sandy beach, warm waters, and crystal-clear depths make this an inviting place to swim and scuba dive. Lake Stephens in Beckley is the perfect place to enjoy a summer day. The Aqua Water Park offers family-friendly fun, and concessions are also available to help you beat the heat. Shaver’s Lake in Snowshoe has several games and activities available to rent as well as beach accessories and umbrellas. Whether you hike one of the trails surrounding the sandy beach or plan a day on the lake, there is always time for evening relaxation on the shore. Pack a picnic basket and your camera and head to Lake Sherwood in Neola. The small sandy beach is surrounded by the lush greenery of the Monongahela National Forest, making it a perfect setting for spotting wildlife. Stretch out in the grass and soak up the rays at Jennings Randolph Lake in Mineral County. Shaw Beach offers swimming and picnic areas on its 200-foot grassy shoreline. Go prepared for a day of fun and relaxation.
Elizabeth Elswick of The Hippie’s Daughter offers a little hope and
inspiration through this hand-painted,
boho-farmhouse-style sign—a reminder that we will get through whatever obstacles may come our way. $25, thehippiesdaughter.com
If meat and cheese boards are your go-to for low-stress summer entertaining, grab one of these simple, durable, and dishwasher safe charcuterie platters from East Wheeling Clayworks $25–$35, eastwheelingclayworks.com
Meet your summer beverage’s new best friend: Morgan Rhea ’s West Virginia leather artisan koozie. It will keep your drink cold during any summer outing and, as a bonus, it features an illustration of our beautiful state. $35, morganrhea.com
Visit Nellie Rose , textile artist and clothing maker, in her Thomas studio to find something that embraces your beautiful, one-of-a-kind body just perfectly. nellierosetextiles.com
14 wvl • summer 2020
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