What is a Shamrock?

What is a Shamrock?

March 12, 2024

The simplest answer to what is a shamrock is is actually not that simple.  At its essence it is a three-leaved groundcover plant found in Ireland and across the globe.  Are true shamrocks wood sorrel or common clover?  The jury has been out since before St. Patrick first held up the shamrock as an example of the Holy Trinity.

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Embracing Shamrockery

Embracing Shamrockery

March 10, 2021 1 Comment

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Celtic Art: The Local Tradition

Celtic Art: The Local Tradition

September 11, 2018

I am pleased to announce an exhibit in Andover NY this September 21 to 29 will display locally produced Celtic art and design from the past fifty years. This special event honors the local tradition of Celtic art as lived by my teachers, students, my friends and apprentices.

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5 Celtic Traditions for Your Wedding

5 Celtic Traditions for Your Wedding

June 30, 2017 2 Comments

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.

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A Project for Lent- Cross of Cong Research

A Project for Lent- Cross of Cong Research

March 01, 2017 2 Comments

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Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice

Studio Tour at Walker Metalsmiths Studio to include demonstrations and presentation on Ardagh Chalice

October 17, 2014

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Celtic Jewelry Set With Rare Green Tsavorite Garnets

Celtic Jewelry Set With Rare Green Tsavorite Garnets

May 06, 2014

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The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980

The Modern History of Celtic Jewellery: 1840-1980

December 31, 2013 2 Comments

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In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design

In Search of Meaning: Symbolism of Celtic Knotwork and Design

December 31, 2013 2 Comments

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Celtic Design What does it mean?

Celtic Design What does it mean?

September 20, 2013

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