Backlund Ridge Creations

10/31/2026

Here is another beautiful stone that Gene cut, polished and finished in sterling silver.
Tree agate is a unique variety of chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz) featuring an opaque white or creamy background marked by distinct, branching dark green inclusions. These patterns look like miniature trees, ferns, or moss, created by iron and manganese oxide dendrites crystallizing inside the stone.

10/25/2026

We had such a fun day today at the Washington College Academy and met some wonderful people. Thank You to everyone who stopped by to say hi.

10/24/2026

There is lots of excitement today at the Washington College academy!

10/22/2026

Our fall/winter schedule is full of shows that give back. I love being able to use our passion to give back to our community. From supporting the arts at the Washington College Academy, helping a local Fire Department in Blountville raise funds for needed equipment, the Little Milligan Community Center, and being a part of the Kingsport Gems & Minerals Society to raise money for scholarships. Your support is much appreciated.

10/20/2026

We are proud to support the arts at the Washington College Academy Fall Festival this Saturday, October 24, from 9-4 in the Harris/Jablonski Gymnasium. There will be items donated for the silent auction, set up in the Student Center, along with WCA Alumni making food to enjoy throughout the day.

10/11/2026

Look at this gorgeous pink opal necklace and earing set that Gene polished and set in silver for me. It is a beautiful natural gem, with creamy soft pink and rose hues. This rare stone does not have the “play-of-color flash” that opals are known for, but rather an opaque waxy luster. The pink color comes from trace manganese and organic compounds such as clay minerals. I am in LOVE!

09/27/2026

Cabochons - your gateway drug to a lapidary lifestyle

09/19/2026

Come by and see us and the 40 vendors at Laughlin Healthcare center today from 10:00 to 2:00

08/29/2026

We will be at Freedom Hall until 3:00 today.

06/14/2026

This is the perfect opportunity to support local first responders, get some great ribs, visit the awesome vendors and.... stop by and say "Hi" to Gene and I. We are excited to be a part of this show.

We’re Headed to the RibFest! 🪵🔥

We are so excited to announce that we will be a vendor at this year's 3rd Annual First Responder RibFest on Saturday, September 5th at Chamber Park!

This is shaping up to be the biggest event in the region, and we can’t wait to see everyone out there. Between the incredible barbecue, over 200 craft vendors, live music, the car show, the Hometown Heroes 5K Run/Walk, the Queen of the "Q" Beauty Pageant, the mechanical bull, and so much more—there is literally something for everyone!

Please come out, enjoy a full day of fun, and support local businesses like ours! Every visit to a vendor booth helps keep our local economy strong while we all work together to support our first responders.

We would also love your help in spreading the word. Please share this post with your friends and family to make sure nobody misses out on this awesome day of community fellowship.

See you at the park! 🚒🙌

📍 Where: Chamber Park, Butler, TN

🗓️ When: Saturday, September 5th

🎟️ Greater Flavor. Greater Purpose.