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5 Celtic Traditions for Your Wedding

5 Celtic Traditions for Your Wedding
Whether you're looking to infuse a bit of your family's heritage into your special day or just love the design and symbolism of Celtic knots, these traditions are unique and memorable touches that you may want to include in your wedding whether you're of Celtic ancestry or not! In case you need a little help figuring out what's best for you, here's just a little background on five of the most popular Celtic wedding traditions to help you decide what feels most authentic culturally and appropriate spiritually. Continue reading
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Congratulations Graduates!

Congratulations Graduates!
As Steve and Sue prepare to celebrate their youngest child's high school graduation, we thought we'd look back at some of the special gifts Steve created for his children plus a few staff favorites to give you some graduation gift ideas for your own family and friends.   Continue reading
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The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980

The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980
Stephen Walker and three co-authors chronicle 150 years of Celtic jewelry history in this definitive book—from the Victorian Revival in Dublin and Scottish Highlands, through the pioneering Ritchie family of Iona, to the modern Celtic Renaissance. Illustrated with 69 color photographs and 29 black and white images, this is the scholarly foundation for understanding contemporary Celtic design. Continue reading
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In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design

In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design
Explore the mystery of Celtic knotwork symbolism. Stephen Walker reveals what art historians say about trinity knots and interlace designs, examines how modern craftsmen created meanings like "endless paths" and continuum, and explains why Celtic art's greatest power lies in its ability to connect past and present through living tradition. Continue reading
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