Customer feature: Starfire Originals

Starfire Originals logo

Starfire Originals is a new studio and retail space located on the Qualla Boundary in Cherokee, North Carolina. Founded by Terri Henry, the shop opened in early 2026 after renovations transformed the space into a working design studio and storefront.  The idea for Starfire Originals took shape after Terri attended the Kananesgi Fashion Show in 2023. She returned the […]

Saunooke’s Mill 

Mr. John Parker holding a bag of grits in the Saunooke's Mill store

Established in 1975, Saunooke’s Mill is a landmark on the Cherokee Indian Reservation at the entrance to the Great Smokies National Park.  The property on which the mill sits has been in the Saunooke family for many generations.  The land was handed down to Charles Saunooke from his parents, former Principal Chief Osley Saunooke and […]