What is Sandcasting at Dollywood?

Have you ever walked by Valley Forge Blacksmith in Craftsman’s Valley and wondered what “sandcasting” is? It’s one of the services Dollywood craftsmen offer. Well, if you haven’t seen it in action, you’ll want to the next time you visit the park.

There’s no mass-production operation here. It’s all hand-crafted art. Check out this video on how sandcasting works, and you’ll see that the process is part of the charm of visiting Dollywood. The best part is you can take a craftsman’s handiwork home, too!

Insider Tip

If you place an order while you’re at the park, they won’t be able to finish it before you leave. (Remember, there’s a lot of people putting in orders, plus they hand-paint it after they make it.) But, don’t worry! Your personalized sign can be shipped anywhere in the U.S. That’s what I call a fun mail day!

By Justin Hornback| 2021-12-01T09:31:40+00:00 August 20th, 2021|Shopping|0 Comments

About the Author: Justin Hornback

Justin Hornback (Dollywood Insider 2019-2021) is the father of an adventurous two-year-old and the husband of a fellow Dollywood enthusiast. Born and raised in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Justin loves all things hospitality, theatre, film, hotels, travel and history. Most importantly, his daily focus is getting to spend time with family. He shares his adventures on his blog and social media channels at Snapshots Made Yesterday. Justin loves visiting Dollywood (the four-hour drive is worth it!) with his wife and son. They are often found exploring Dollywood with his parents, who have passed on the love for the park. When not at Dollywood, Justin works behind the scenes managing the box office and social media for a performing arts theatre in his hometown.