Angels are beloved symbols of the Christmas season both in Ireland and America. Messengers of peace, they remind us to treasure family and friends and that unhurried moments are at the heart of the season. Angels tell us to “be not afraid”, reminding us to pause and experience the true gifts of Christmas – love, […]
The American Curiosity Shop
Sunny afternoons are perfect for browsing around quaint little curiosity shops. Small American towns boast some of the most fantastic gift shops in the world. I love wandering around charming old streets and stores, taking in a little piece of America. I love the term Curiosity Shop, probably because of Charles Dicken’s novel The […]
Christmas Angel Giveaway – Winner Announced
Thanks to all who entered my Christmas Angel giveaway. I loved reading about your favorite homemade gifts. The winner of the angel trio was picked randomly from all the entrants. I will be mailing them tomorrow to: Dee Hausker She said: “I love decorating the tree with my grandangels. Paper chains and snowflakes, some saved […]
Christmas Angel Giveaway
Because it’s Christmas I thought I might host a little Christmas giveaway for three handcrafted crochet angels. Here is a close up of each angel with their gold trimmed wings and lacy skirts. Vintage clothes pins make it easy to position them on a Christmas tree branch. To enter just leave a comment on this […]
Handmade Christmas Gifts – Crochet Angels
Handmade gifts are treasured by both giver and receiver. Love and care is woven into knitted and crocheted craft items. Judging by how busy our local craft store has been this Christmas season, I truly believe homemade gifts are growing more and more popular and appreciated each year. When I started my blog I promised […]
My Favorite Housekeeping Quotations
With Thanksgiving fast approaching, I plan to take out my broom, mop and duster, in an attempt to put some kind of shine on our finger-print infested house. Thanksgiving dinner for sixteen is planned. If my guests laid eyes on the current state of their proposed venue, they would run a mile. To honor this […]
