two Face Masks made with dog and cat pattered fabrics for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

New Additions- June 2020

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We have some news and new items to report-Front entrance of The Fravel House in Historic Downtown Woodstock, VA after repainting in May of 2020

First and foremost: You may not recognize our building on your next visit after its dramatic (and much needed) face lift.

After a year of delays the facade of the Historic Fravel House (where we are located) was repainted and within the next few weeks will have brand new awnings.

Before:The Historic Fravel House in Downtown Woodstock is being repainted

After:Front view of The Fravel House in Historic Downtown Woodstock, VA after repainting in May of 2020

And with the Art Sale over  we’ve done a bit of rearranging-Some of the home goods for sale at The Virginia FarmhouseSome locally made gifts for gourmands-A selection of the locally made stoneware platters, plates and dishes for sale at The Virginia FarmhouseSome of the locally made hot pads, dishes and home goods for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

A plethora of Wildwood Hearts hand made from scraps of wood by Bruce Rosenwasser for sale at The Virginia FarmhouseI completely rearranged the jewelry display-Beaded jewelry by Sue Southee and hand made pottery by MJ Seal for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

I think the hand-knitted goods look a little more put together now-A selection of Hand knitted hats and scarves from Jill Gochenour and Clare Ellisfor sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

We have a few new additions to report like Sparkling Apple Wine from Widow’s Watch Cidery of Edinburg, VA. This is considered a wine not a cider- it tastes like a nice, dry champagne- which makes sense as it is produced a la methode champenoise. It does not taste apple-ey. We are tentatively planning on have an official tasting this July.Bottles of Sparkling Apple Wine from Widow's Watch Cidery of Edinburg, VA for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

Also new: “Our Mountains- The View from Shenandoah County”. This guide from the folks at the Mountain Courier is full of helpful information about our regions geology. It also has full color illustrations and topographical maps.Copies of Our Mountains a guide to the mountain ranges of the Shenandoah Valley for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

We have Face Masks by Dawn 2.0- this batch of cloth masks are larger (they fit my face unlike the previous masks) and come in a variety of different fabrics- like the cat and dog patterned ones pictured below:two Face Masks made with dog and cat pattered fabrics for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

And with some wall space cleared out I had some room to display a couple new hand made (by moi) mirrors in hand made (also by moi) picture frames- like this gold and black number with an eggshell veneer which measures 11 3/4″ x 13 1/2″ on the outside of the frame- just $50 (!). That’s real 24 kt gold leaf on the corner ornaments to.A hand made mirror in a hand made frame by MJ Seal woth eggshell veneer and gold corner ornaments for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse Detail of the corner of a hand made picture frame by MJ Seal for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

Back in Stock:

-Guacamole and Blue Corn Tortilla Chips from Nana’s Cocina.

-Ramp and Heirloom (Plain) Ancient Sea Salt from JQ Dickinson Saltworks

Bags of Guacamole Flavored and Blue Corn Tortilla Chips from Nana's Cocina for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse*Hang In There*Jars of various salts from JQ Dickinson Saltworks and stoneware pottery by MJ Seal for sale at The Virginia Farmhouse

Close up view of the bloom of an airplant in a hand made vase available at The Virginia Farmhouse

New Additions- May 2020

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We actually have a few new additions to report in this strange season-Face Masks made by Dawn Steed with a plethora of fabric patterns available at The Virginia Farmhouse

First: We’ve just gotten in a batch of face masks hand made by local lady Dawn Steed. These 2 layer masks are made with a variety of fabric patterns and go for $5.00 a pop.Bottles of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chambourcin from Cave Ridge Vineyard available at The Virginia FarmhouseAlso New:

  • Cave Ridge Vineyard’s 2017 Chambourcin, 2014/2015 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2013 Petit Verdot
  • Georges Duboeuf 2017 “Wildflower” Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Muse Vineyards’ 2018 Rose- on sale for just $15.99

three bottles of Muse Rose

Back In Stock:Bottles of Sake, British Beer and Ginger Beer available at The Virginia Farmhouse

Fuller’s London Pride

Jars of Plain and Ramp Salt from JQ Dickinson Saltworks available at the Virginia Farmhouse

Heirloom (Plain) and Ramp-Flavored Salt from JQ Dickinson Saltworks

Oh Yes- and we have plenty of options for Mother’s Day Gifts.view of the bloom of an airplant in a hand made vase available at The Virginia Farmhouse

Like this happy little airplant in a hand made flower bud vase by MJ Seal. The pastel lavender and coral hues of its flower go quite well with the verdant green glaze of the vase-Close up view of the bloom of an airplant in a hand made vase available at The Virginia FarmhouseClose up view of the bloom of an airplant in a hand made vase available at The Virginia Farmhouse

And there are plenty of other hand made and locally sourced goodies to brighten her day like these Wildwood Hearts from Bruce Rosenwasser-

Which reminds me- The Art Sale will continue through Mother’s Day and we still have a few prints of works by Shenandoah Valley Artists left like this one from Helen Jean Smith-Print of a painting by Helen Jean Smith depicting walnut gathering at the Mill of Forestville, VA

And please follow us on Instagram (@thevirginiafarmhouse) and/or on Facebook (@thevirginiafarmhouse) where you can keep up with all our new additions in real time (well almost real time:) and we are also posting daily (or almost daily) pleasant distractions- images of local scenery to help get your mind off of current events- like this:

Anyway-

*Stay Safe-Stay Sane*

Painting of Shenandoah alley flora growing on a rock outcrop by MJ Seal

Update

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As you may have guessed the trip to France this April is off. So….Bottles of "Farmhouse" Red and White Wines from Cline Cellars available at The Virginia FarmhouseIn an attempt to make the best of a very bad situation we will remain OPEN for the month of April – as long as circumstances allow.We are (currently) well stocked on locally sourced necessities- like eggs (limit 2 dozen per customer), bacon, honey and cheese as well as tea and coffee. I am making a point of sanitizing high traffic surfaces (door knobs, handles, etc.) multiple times a day. And while we are never particularly crowded we understand those who don’t want to come into shop- so we are offering curbside pick-up. Our hours have been reduced a bit- now just 10-5 Thursday through Saturday. The rest of the week we are OPEN by appointment- simply call us at (540)459-9006, text us at (540)481-4355 or email us at thewoodstockfarmhouse@gmail.com. We are happy to open the shop for your personal shopping convenience- just Please give us a heads up (i.e- don’t let us know 5 minutes before 🙂  )And we still have plenty of wine, cider and mead.

*Stay Safe*

Oh yes- and the art sale is being extended until the end of April! Happy Shopping

All Natural Birdseed Wreaths from J & W Farms available at The Virginia Farmhouse

The Countdown Has Begun-

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You have less than two weeks before the big day- but don’t worry we have plenty of options for last minute gifts!Bottles of "Farmhouse" Red and White Wines from Cline Cellars available at The Virginia Farmhouse

First for the wine lovers in your life we now carry “Farmhouse” Red and White Wines from Cline Cellars of Sonoma. The red blend is rich and full-bodied with cherry and plum notes and a hint of black pepper. The white blend is light, crisp and citrusy with hints of peach and lemon curd. And for cider lovers we just got in “Farmhand” from Old Hill Cider-"Farmhand" Hard Cider from Old Hill Cider at The Virginia Farmhouse

The candy table is well stocked and we have a couple new additions from Nancy’s Candy like “Old Fashioned Lemon Drops” and “Chocolate -Covered Brownie Bits”.Chocolate covered Brownie Bits and Lemon Drops from Nancy's Candy available at The Virginia Farmhouse

For the foodies we have Flavor Pourfection’s new infused white balsamic vinegar, “Lemongrass Mint”. We also have a variety of their gourmet oils and vinegars in cute little sample bottles- which make great stocking stuffers.Sampler bottles of infused olive oils and gourmet vinegars from Flavor available at The Virginia Farmhouse

And we have plenty of other locally made goodies for those on your list (or yourself)Spice Blends from The Shenandoah Spice Company and Firefly Hot Sauces filling the shelves at The Virginia Farmhouse

Birdseed Wreathes from J & W  Farm are back- Makes a great treat for your feathered friends or a gift for birders.All Natural Birdseed Wreaths from J & W Farms available at The Virginia FarmhouseAnd for your shopping convenience we will be OPEN on December 24th until at least noon- possibly a little later (you may want to call for hours on Christmas Eve). Happy Holidays!