Meet the team!
"Since we opened The Silver Fern back in July 2021, we've been a local destination for unique, handcrafted gifts.
Through offering loose leaf teas and herbal tinctures to handmade jewelry and original art, we celebrate creativity, wellness, and community.
Our Fiddlehead Gallery has featured 25+ exhibitions since we opened our doors, showcasing local and national talent.
Visit us for one-of-a-kind gifts, teas, herbs, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere!"
- Brandy & Brie
Brandy Lynn
CO-FOUNDER & WELLNESS MANAGER
Brandy is our Wellness Manager. If you have any questions about our tea, herbs, tinctures, or salves, you can contact Brandy at info@thesilverfernshop.com.
Brandy is an acupuncturist and herbalist who can help educate you about the various herbs and tea’s offered in the shop. Brandy has a Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese herbal medicine specialization from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine and has been running her acupuncture business for over 12 years.
Ronnie Dio
SHOP DOG EXTRAORDINAIRE
Say hello to Ronnie Dio, our beloved King Charles Cavalier Spaniel and resident nap enthusiast! When he's not snoozing in his cozy corner, he enjoys making occasional appearances to greet our wonderful customers with a wagging tail and a warm smile. Ronnie’s friendly demeanor and adorable antics always brighten the day. Come visit us—who knows, you might catch him in a rare moment of energy!
You might also recognize him from the cover of the fall 2024 Cookeville Lifestyles magazine!
Follow him on IG @ronnie.the.cav
Brie Flora
CO-FOUNDER & GALLERY MANAGER
Brie is the Fiddlehead Gallery Manager. If you have any gallery specific inquiries, you can contact her at thesilverferngallery@gmail.com.
Brie is an Artist, Jeweler, and Educator who has a love for curating. She graduated with a dual BFA degree in Metalsmithing & Jewelry, and Art Education from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Brie has been featured in over 10 group exhibitions, and teaches various in-person and virtual workshops around the US.
View more of her work at brieflora.com
Follow her on IG @brie_flora
“"The Silver Fern is a fabulous shop and gallery. The space is light, bright, and full of fun art and wellness products. The owners of the shop are super friendly, knowledgeable, and experts on every product they carry.
The tea selection is exceptional and all of it is ethically sourced. The selection of locally made products is huge and there are a number of one of a kind pieces.
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It's an inclusive space where all are welcome and there are ALWAYS events happening at the gallery. I 10/10 recommend this shop. You should definitely stop by! I love The Silver Fern!"
“"Cute little shop in downtown Cookeville. The shop has lots of art and gift-able items to purchase. The shop also has a large variety of loose leaf tea. A perfect little shop to pick up a last minute gift, purchase a one of a kind art piece for your home, or find some amazing hand made jewelry for yourself."
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“"One of my favorite places. Great selection of teas and they added one of my favorites. The ladies are good fun and very knowledgeable about their products. Nice selection of artsy objects to browse and bring home something unique."
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