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George Bain Hunting Rug at Walker Metalsmiths

George Bain Hunting Rug at Walker Metalsmiths
Discover the rare George Bain Hunting Carpet displayed at Walker Metalsmiths in Andover, NY. Learn about the father of the Celtic Renaissance, the symbolism in his masterwork, and Stephen Walker's research into the George Bain Collection at Groam House Museum in Scotland. Continue reading
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Embracing Shamrockery

Embracing Shamrockery
Master craftsman Stephen Walker shares his transformation from dismissing shamrocks as kitsch to embracing them as authentic symbols of Irish heritage. Discover the shamrock's journey from 1641 coins to famine-era emigration, and why it crosses cultural and sectarian divides as a true emblem of Irish identity. Continue reading
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Celebrating St. Brigid's Day Traditions

Celebrating St. Brigid's Day Traditions
Discover the ancient Celtic tradition of St. Brigid's crosses, woven from grass and reeds to invoke Brigid's blessing on the home. Learn about the saint herself—one of Ireland's three patrons—and how Walker Metalsmiths honors her February 1st feast day with handcrafted jewelry designs. Continue reading
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Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design

Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design
The Picts were a medieval society that inhabited northeast Scotland in the 3rd to 10th centuries. Their mysterious history has been difficult for scholars to understand due to a lack of surviving written records, but the Picts have left an enormous record carved in stone. The style of their monuments puts them firmly in the greater Celtic culture, showing artistic themes closely kin to the sculpture, metalwork, and manuscript art of the contemporary Irish.  Continue reading
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St. Brigid's Day & Imbolc

St. Brigid's Day & Imbolc
Some things are seasonal. Some work isn't meant to be done everyday, but only at special times of year. Perhaps it's just nice to try to feel in tune with natural rhythms and accept that some things are only for now. St. Brigid's Day... Continue reading
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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 Triquetra: What Does the Celtic Trinity Knot Really Mean? Feb 23, 2026
George Bain Hunting Rug at Walker Metalsmiths Apr 22, 2022
Embracing Shamrockery Mar 10, 2021
Celebrating St. Brigid's Day Traditions Jan 27, 2021
Celtic and Pictish Key Patterns; the other kind of Celtic design Nov 05, 2020