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The Brier Patch
Issue: September - 2022
The endlessly beguiling The Brier Patch, 4186 Cashiers Road in Highlands, is a perfect reflection of owner Catherine Peay.
Shopping on the Plateau oftenhas a fairytale-like quality –intimate uncrowded spaces,colorful displays, and businessowners and employees who excelin helping you find just what you’relooking for.One such irresistible shop is theThe Brier Patch. It’s truly a localinstitution, having been open for 72years. Owner Catherine Peay’s familyhas owned The Brier Patch for over 40 years and Catherine hasbeen at the helm for 30 years.The charming gray cottage’s storefront is often adornedwith stunning silk flowers beckoning you to explore thetreasures within.They feature a multitude of lamps for your every need; anarray of beautiful pillows (dog lovers will especially love theirbreed-specific pillows); hostess giftsof every imaginable kind; décoritems; vases; silk flowers, plants andcontainers; and charming teak stoolshand painted and carved in Thailandbut designed by an American artist inSummerville, South Carolina. Theyalso feature fine furniture pieces.Don’t miss the original artwork byJo Ann Williams Walker, whosepaintings adorn the walls, andwhose bright colors enhance the light and brightness of thischarming business.Take a few minutes to relax on the serene covered back porchwith the stunning view of Shortoff Mountain and enjoy therelaxing sounds of their selection of tabletop water fountains.
