Vandolls Folk Art by Rachel Garrison

Rachel Garrison of Vandolls Folk Art is a fourth-generation folk artist whose handcrafted creations continue a family tradition of American artistry. Rachel grew up surrounded by creativity, watching her mother transform vintage feed sacks and antique calico fabrics into beautiful farmhouse-style folk art. Inspired by that upbringing, she began creating at an early age and eventually developed a distinctive style of her own, rooted in traditional craftsmanship, expressive characters, rich textures, and a love for pieces that carry the appearance and personality of well-loved antiques.

Each Vandolls Folk Art creation is handcrafted in America using high-quality materials, vintage textiles, paper mache, and carefully selected found objects. Rachel’s work spans Halloween, Christmas, and other seasonal celebrations, with designs ranging from primitive figures and expressive characters to vintage-inspired lanterns, buckets, and holiday décor. Slight variations in color, texture, and finish are a natural part of the handmade process, ensuring that every piece has its own individual character. Whether displayed as the focal point of a Halloween mantel or incorporated into a collected Christmas arrangement, her creations are designed to look and feel like treasured heirlooms passed down through generations.

Rachel is also one of the talented artists participating in Johanna Parker’s JPD Partners in Craft collaboration. These special licensed designs pair Rachel’s handcrafted folk art techniques with Johanna Parker’s instantly recognizable characters, creating limited collectibles that bring together the work of two beloved contemporary artists. Look for “JPD Partners in Craft” in the product title to identify these collaborative pieces.

Why Buy Vandolls Folk Art from Traditions?

Traditions is proud to support American artists and preserve the tradition of handcrafted seasonal décor. As one of the newest artists to join the Traditions family, Rachel has quickly become a favorite among our customers, and we’re excited to offer a growing selection of her original Vandolls Folk Art creations.

For more than 35 years, our family-owned store has helped collectors discover distinctive holiday décor from artists whose work we genuinely admire. Every Vandolls piece is carefully inspected when it arrives and photographed by our own team so you can better appreciate the details and natural variations of each handcrafted creation. Whether you’re purchasing your first Rachel Garrison design or adding to an established folk art collection, our knowledgeable team is always happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Vandolls Folk Art pieces handmade in America?

Yes. Rachel Garrison handcrafts her Vandolls Folk Art creations in America using traditional techniques and a carefully chosen assortment of materials. Because they are individually made and finished by hand, slight variations are expected and are part of what makes each piece special.

Does Rachel Garrison create designs for holidays other than Halloween?

Yes. Although Rachel is especially well known for her vintage-inspired Halloween lanterns and characters, she also creates handcrafted Christmas decorations and designs for other seasonal celebrations. Her consistent use of vintage materials, primitive details, and expressive personalities allows pieces from different holidays to feel connected while remaining distinct.

What are JPD Partners in Craft pieces?

JPD Partners in Craft is a collaboration featuring licensed Johanna Parker designs interpreted through the work of selected folk artists. Rachel brings these familiar characters to life using her own handcrafted techniques, materials, and artistic details. Products from this collaboration can be identified by “JPD Partners in Craft” in the title.

How should Vandolls Folk Art be displayed?

Vandolls creations work beautifully as focal points on mantels, shelves, entry tables, and seasonal tabletops. Collectors often display them alongside antique holiday decorations, bottle brush trees, vintage textiles, primitive accessories, and handcrafted pieces from other American folk artists to create a display that feels thoughtfully gathered over time.

Whether you’re decorating for Halloween, Christmas, or simply appreciate authentic American folk art, Vandolls Folk Art by Rachel Garrison offers handcrafted pieces with the character, history, and joyful imperfections that make handmade art so meaningful.