THE COW PELT
Boutique for one-of-a-kind cowhide furnishings with friendly service.
About
The Cow Pelt is a home-furnishings boutique specializing in handcrafted cowhide pillows, furniture, and custom upholstery work. Customers consistently praise the quality of the pieces, the design expertise of the owners, and the responsive communication on custom orders.
51 River St
Ellijay, GA, 30540
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Reviews
Julia Hartley
We left with a couple items today. We were thoroughly impressed with the craftsmanship! Several options and varieties to choose from, no two hand crafted item were the same. Stunning options.
2/22/2026
C W
I'm not until pelts, but it was a really shop with some neat things. Clothes, purses, jewelry and the softest animals. Too bad we don't have any small kids in the family to give one to, but I was tempted to buy to pet myself. 🤣
9/22/2025
Lauren Gehrig
Such an incredible shop with amazing products and masterfully crafted designs. I found the most gorgeous table runner and Missy and team were so helpful and kind. They are a must-go in Ellijay!!
12/30/2024
Mike Norris
My experience working with Missy at the Cow Pelt was fantastic. She really knows her stuff and spent a great deal of time ensuring I got exactly what I wanted. She will be my go to person now when I need a custom design.
6/25/2022
Britani Collins
Missy is definitely my go to woman for anything custom! Her knowledge, customer service, and attention to detail are far superior to anyone I have found. The work she accomplished in the timeframe I needed was astounding and the utmost quality!! She was on the ball and was a complete joy to work with. She made me feel comfortable and like I was her only client! So very grateful to have found her tucked away in little Elijay!
4/27/2022
Jeff Hadel
My experience working with Melissa at The Cow Pelt was fantastic! She was informative, knowledgeable, and I was thoroughly impressed with her creative enthusiasm! The Cow Pelt will be tops on my list of places to shop for myself and for gifts for friends and family. Big thumbs up!!
10/27/2021
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51 River St
Ellijay, GA, 30540
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