Now this is cool. My nephew recently turned 16, and I heard that the Dollywood Blacksmith & Foundry in Craftsman’s Valley taught the skill of knife-making! I knew he would jump at the chance to make his own knife, but I had no idea what a fun experience this would be for both of [...]

I would guess that when you think of Dollywood, music, festivals, rides and yummy foods come to your mind. I’m here to tell you that in addition to all of these wonderful things, you also can find the best handmade gifts—gifts that no one would ever guess were purchased at Dollywood! Craftsman’s Valley is [...]

Dollywood has so much to offer: rides, shows, scenery, great food and more. It’s easy to overlook the high-quality merchandise. In particular, I’m a fan of all the delicious jams, jellies and preserves. Check out the edible fare for a tasty souvenir to take home. Watch this video as I take you around the park [...]

Have you ever wondered what’s inside Dolly’s Closet? (Not the one at Dolly’s house. The store at Dollywood!) You may imagine lots of boots and bling! Allow me to give you a closer look through the aisles of Dolly’s Closet. It’s a store originally fashioned by Dolly’s personal costume designer, located just across from [...]

A trip to Dollywood isn’t complete without bringing home a souvenir to remember your memory-making day. And Dollywood has the best assortment of keepsakes to meet every taste and budget. Here are my favorite spots to visit and grab a few goodies to help you remember your fun filled day! Traditional For those who [...]

Craftsman's Valley is my favorite spot in all of Dollywood because of its historic charm. Updates in this area focus on present needs (like more elbow room and updated equipment/shops) while keeping the past in mind. Check out this video as I show you what's new in 2021!  

One of my favorite places to stop while visiting Dollywood is the caricature stand to watch the Kaman’s Art Shoppes’ artists at work. During our recent visit, we met Eric, an artist, who is in his ninth year at Dollywood. Eric is a screen designer and puts his skills to work capturing personalized drawings [...]

Do you ever find yourself shopping at Dollywood and wish you had more hands to carry all of the bags? I sure do! Well, Dollywood, once again, has provided another guest-friendly solution to your problem—Package Pick-Up. I got to spend a day with the Package Pick-Up team to find out all of the details [...]

Dollywood has it all – rides and restaurants, museums and more. There is something for everyone of every age, whether they’re a thrill seeker, die-hard Dolly fan, or history buff. Knowing that there are many incredible options for guests to experience throughout the park, I went to check out whether this Christmas, I could [...]

Nestled in the heart of Showstreet is one of Dollywood’s hidden gems: The Sweet Shoppe. This darling little store is packed with candies, chocolates, sweet treats and tons of nostalgia. Whether you are looking for fuel to get you through a fun day at the park or on the hunt for a little something [...]