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Nothing Symbolizes Celtic Heritage like our Month of May Emerald Birthstone Pieces

May 26, 2020 1 Comment

Walker Metalsmiths May hand-crafted Celtic jewelry birthstone is emerald, an ancient gemstone symbolizing mercy, faithfulness, and compassion.

Walker Metalsmiths Celebrate's the Celtic Origins of Mother’s Day

May 05, 2020

Mother's Day is on the horizon, and people around the world are looking for ways to honor their mothers. Celebrate your mother with a piece of Walker Metalsmiths custom designed hand-crafted Celtic Jewelry.

April is the Month of An Giblean and Other Celtic Spring Traditions

April 28, 2020

In traditional Celtic society, the months weren’t as rigidly structures as they are today. Months were more like seasons, and April was a month of new growth and renewal called An Giblean.

Walker Metalsmith’s Custom Designed Jewelry Pieces Reflect the Celtic Symbolism of Easter

April 11, 2020

In the spirit of the Easter rebirth and renewal, Walker Metalsmiths takes a look at our assortment of hand-crafted jewelry pieces that capture the essence of Easter through Celtic symbols.

Walker Metalsmith’s Handcrafted Celtic Birthstone Jewelry for March is Simulated Aquamarine

March 23, 2020

The perfect gift for the special woman in your life with a March birthday is the Walker Metalsmith's classic Celtic birthstone gift set featuring simulated aquamarines set in swirls of sterling silver.

The Celtic Origins of St Patrick’s Day Are Symbolized Through Jewelry

March 11, 2020

St. Patrick’s Day celebrates the life and works of one of the most beloved of Celtic saints, St. Patrick of Ireland. Over the years, the Walker Metalsmiths’ artisans have designed hand-crafted beautiful jewelry that symbolizes the Celtic origins of St. Patrick’s Day and the saint’s role in Ireland’s conversion to Christianity.

Find the Perfect Celtic Ring to Ask Him to Marry you this Leap Day

February 21, 2020

2020 is a Leap Year, and Iris folklore says "Bachelor's Day", is the perfect chance for women to and propose to their boyfriend with one of Walker Metalsmith’s hand-crafted beautiful Celtic rings! While a woman is free to propose anytime, traditionally in Ireland, this right of proposal was reserved specifically for the Leap Year.

Capture Her Heart with our Custom Designed Kathleen’s Heart Celtic Ring

February 11, 2020 1 Comment

For many, nothing is more traditional than giving Jewelry on Valentine's Day. Our new hand-crafted Kathleen's Heart Ring is a perfect Celtic jewelry piece to show your loved one how much you care.

Engagement Ring Alternatives When She Doesn't Want a Diamond

January 27, 2020 2 Comments

For modern couples the traditional diamond engagement ring is being replaced by more personal options that reflect their unique personalities. The rise in popularity of Celtic engagement rings is due to their uniqueness and customizability.

Celebrating St. Brigid's Day with Tradition and Celtic Jewelry from Walker Metalsmiths

January 13, 2020

Celebrate St. Brigid's day and the beginning of Spring with Walker Metalsmith's custom designed Saint Brigid jewelry pieces.

Celtic Traditions and Their Symbolic Connections to the Christmas Holidays

December 19, 2019

As the holidays arrive, many people feel a sentimental need to celebrate their heritage and look to the past to inform the present.

Walker Metalsmiths New Wishlist Feature Makes Your Holiday Gift Giving More Personal and Even Easier

November 18, 2019

The new Wishlist App allows you to shop for products and store them without having to remember where you saw that product the next time you visit the website, making it even easier to shop Walker Metalsmiths.

My mentor; William "Scotty" MacCrea, 1932-2019

October 28, 2019 3 Comments

The day was the Autumn Equinox. It was a perfect Fall Saturday, 21 June 1968. My parents dropped me off at a farm a couple miles outside the village. I had only met my new friend Kevin a few weeks earlier at the start of the school year. The leaves were starting to change, but summer was lingering and it was still tee-shirt weather. At the end of the driveway Kevin’s father was at work painting the mailbox. I don’t recall what words he wrote in his distinctive Celtic uncial script, probably MacCrea and possibly the farm’s name, “Locustbrea”. What I remember vividly was that the calligraphy was illuminated with the image of a Scottish thistle and an interlace flourish in the Celtic style.

Walker Metalsmiths is Featuring Handcrafted Celtic Animal Jewelry this holiday season

October 16, 2019

Zoomorphic animals have been used in art for thousands of years. They are essentially symbolic images shaped like animals. Walker Metalsmiths will be featuring handcrafted Celtic pendants this holiday

Walker Metalsmiths Will Once Again be Part of the Allegany Artisans Tour This October

September 30, 2019

The Allegany Artisans Studio Tour is an annual cooperative event that includes artisans of diverse styles, tastes and traditions working with clay, wood, metal, fiber, jewelry, paint, glass, paper & more!

Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry Features Hand-Crafted Celtic Crosses and Claddagh Jewelry at our Family Owned Store

August 26, 2019

The artisans at Walker Metalsmiths proudly craft Celtic cross and Claddagh jewelry in a variety of styles that harken back to a rich heritage of fine, Celtic craftsmanship.

Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry Now Offers Custom Laser Engraving For Their Handmade Celtic Jewelry

July 02, 2019

Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry now offers laser engraving for our custom designed Celtic pieces.

The History and Romance of Rose Gold

April 29, 2019

Any item made by Walker Metalsmiths that is available in yellow gold can be made in Rose Gold. The blush hue is often associate with romance and love which makes it very popular in engagement, wedding and anniversary rings. You will also find that many of our pieces use rose gold to highlight white or yellow gold.

International Celtic Artists’ Conference in Andover, NY

April 05, 2019

For years I thought it would be a great thing if Celtic artists working in the present could come together and meet to exchange ideas and inspiration. Now with the help of my friends, this is going to happen, very soon and right here in...

St. Brigid's Day

January 31, 2019 1 Comment

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...

The Traditional Burns Supper in Andover

January 10, 2019

On January 19, Andover will celebrate its 10th annual Burns Supper, but for the Walker Family, the tradition can be said to go back to the 1930s, and for the worldwide community of Scots heritage, it can be traced to 1801.

2018 at Walker Metalsmiths

December 29, 2018 1 Comment

As we near the end of 2018 here at Walkers our hearts are full of gratitude for our customers and our welcoming community. This year has been full of changes and growth for Walker Metalsmiths from new jewelry and new buildings to new faces.

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.

How To Care For Your New Jewelry

June 14, 2018 1 Comment

You've gotten your Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry and love wearing it, so now what? Proper storage, care, and cleaning can help your jewelry to look it's best and ensure it's wearable condition. Jewelry like many things we wear and use in our everyday life does require maintenance over time, but there are some simple things you can do to care for your favorite pieces.

Walker Metalsmiths Blog

Nothing Symbolizes Celtic Heritage like our Month of May Emerald Birthstone Pieces

Walker Metalsmiths Celebrate's the Celtic Origins of Mother’s Day

April is the Month of An Giblean and Other Celtic Spring Traditions

Walker Metalsmith’s Custom Designed Jewelry Pieces Reflect the Celtic Symbolism of Easter

Walker Metalsmith’s Handcrafted Celtic Birthstone Jewelry for March is Simulated Aquamarine

The Celtic Origins of St Patrick’s Day Are Symbolized Through Jewelry

Find the Perfect Celtic Ring to Ask Him to Marry you this Leap Day

Capture Her Heart with our Custom Designed Kathleen’s Heart Celtic Ring

Engagement Ring Alternatives When She Doesn't Want a Diamond

Celebrating St. Brigid's Day with Tradition and Celtic Jewelry from Walker Metalsmiths

Celtic Traditions and Their Symbolic Connections to the Christmas Holidays

Walker Metalsmiths New Wishlist Feature Makes Your Holiday Gift Giving More Personal and Even Easier

My mentor; William "Scotty" MacCrea, 1932-2019

Walker Metalsmiths is Featuring Handcrafted Celtic Animal Jewelry this holiday season

Walker Metalsmiths Will Once Again be Part of the Allegany Artisans Tour This October

Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry Features Hand-Crafted Celtic Crosses and Claddagh Jewelry at our Family Owned Store

Walker Metalsmiths Celtic Jewelry Now Offers Custom Laser Engraving For Their Handmade Celtic Jewelry

The History and Romance of Rose Gold

International Celtic Artists’ Conference in Andover, NY

St. Brigid's Day

The Traditional Burns Supper in Andover

2018 at Walker Metalsmiths

Celtic Art: The Local Tradition

How To Care For Your New Jewelry

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