JERILL VANCE

In 2014 Jerill Vance had an idea for a TV show that would combine Appalachian history and furniture. After much thought, discussion, trial and error learning process and hard work, the six episodes of Season 1 aired in October 2018 on West Virginia PBS (WPBY). The Covid 19 pandemic delayed Season 2 but the 13 episodes began airing in July 2021. Thirteen episodes of Season 3 are in production and will air in Summer 2022... In 2009, after more than 32 years in the chemical industry, I left and obtained an Associate of Applied Science degree in Fine Woodworking from New River Community and Technical College in Lewisburg, WV... Read about and see examples of Appalachian inspired furniture. Watch episodes that were broadcast on WV Public TV. Watch Tool Tip videos I love wood; the grain, the colors and the textures. When I walk in a forest I see tables, chairs, and all kinds of furniture. I am drawn to trees that are in their final stage of life or are already on the ground. By harvesting..

Also known as: The Appalachian Heritage Woodshop