The Ring Of Kerry – Distinctive Irish Jewelry by Paul F. Kelly
The ancient Irish were accomplished goldsmiths. The earliest golden ornaments discovered in Ireland date back as far as 2000 B.C. Lunulae were thinly beaten sheets of metal worn around the neck by our...
View ArticleGiveaway Time: Custom-Made Alphabet Art By Letters From Ireland
Letters From Ireland offers custom-made alphabet photo art using unique images captured throughout Ireland. Today I am delighted to introduce you to this creative and imaginative art work, and to offer...
View ArticleHoliday Giveaway From MyIrelandBox
This Thanksgiving weekend MyIrelandBox, a subscription service providing monthly Irish craft surprises from Ireland, has graciously sponsored another giveaway for Irish American Mom readers. Based in a...
View ArticleWinner Of The Custom-Made Alphabet Art By Letters From Ireland
A big thank you to everyone who participated in this week’s giveaway for a custom made piece of alphabet photo art by Letters From Ireland. It was lovely to hear the inspirational words readers would...
View ArticleHow To Make A St. Brigid’s Cross Using Pipe Cleaners
On St. Brigid’s Day in Ireland it is customary to make reed crosses named after the saint. But, if like me, you live in the city, it is not easy to find an abundant supply of reeds. In America, reeds...
View ArticleFive Irish Craft Makers To Watch Plus A $100 Shopping Spree Giveaway From...
In Ireland something of a mini revolution is taking place. The creative and design industry is beginning to find a growing audience of buyers looking for something different outside of the obvious....
View ArticleIrish Cultural Artifacts
Ireland is a country rich in heritage and culture, and is well known for its Celtic history, music, and time-honored clothing. From aran sweaters to claddagh rings, many of the patterns and designs...
View ArticleIntroducing Celtic Valley Ceramics Plus A Giveaway
Beautiful, original tiles and plaques by Celtic Valley Ceramics are inspired by the beauty of the Irish countryside and draw upon the traditions, artistry and legends of the Ancient Celts. Ceramic...
View ArticleCrafting Giveaway – Irish Themed Fabrics
I love patchwork quilts and I’m happy to say the craft of quilting is alive and well in Kentucky and throughout America. The National Quilt Museum is in Paducah, Kentucky and on my list of places to...
View ArticleIrish Themed Fabrics – Giveaway Winner
A big thank you to everyone who participated in this week’s giveaway for four fat quarters of beautiful Irish themed quilting fabrics. It was lovely to learn how many readers are accomplished quilters...
View ArticleThe Ring Of Kerry – Distinctive Irish Jewelry by Paul F. Kelly
The ancient Irish were accomplished goldsmiths. The earliest golden ornaments discovered in Ireland date back as far as 2000 B.C. Lunulae were thinly beaten sheets of metal worn around the neck by our...
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Pine Cone Christmas Tree Craft For Kids
A pine cone with slightly opened spines creates a lovely Christmas tree for this easy, peasy, fun and festive craft. Here’s another DIY Christmas ornament from my Irish childhood. When I was young I...
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Color Your Own Homemade Christmas Crackers
Christmas crackers provide traditional festive fun on Christmas Day in Ireland. They’re also very popular throughout the United Kingdom. To celebrate the importance of Christmas crackers as part of...
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A New Year Crown Printable For Little Ones
It’s time to ring in the New Year, and 2021 is very welcome. I don’t think there are too many of us who are unhappy to see the back of 2020, so it’s time to get into a festive spirit to welcome 2021. I...
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Create Your Own Paper Leprechaun For Saint Patrick’s Day
This paper leprechaun is a wonderful craft for kids to make around Saint Patrick’s Day. Here, you’ll find a free template that you can print to cut out the necessary pattern pieces. Then it’s just a...
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Printable Saint Patrick’s Day Banner Decoration
Irish celebrations are made extra special with this cute decorative banner created using the letters for the word BLESSED. I hope you will feel blessed this Saint Patrick’s Day and every day. This...
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Saint Patrick’s Day Crafts For Kids
What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with making some fun St. Patrick’s Day crafts for kids? Crafts are always a fun and kids love to get their hands dirty as they put their creativity...
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Paper Witch Halloween Craft For Kids
Making a paper witch at Halloween is a fun craft for kids. This paper witch is a simple craft for kids to practice their cutting, assembling and artistic skills. Here, you'll find a free template for a...
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The Irish Rainbow Pot of Gold Legend Plus A Cute Paper Craft
Making a rainbow pot of gold is a great activity to help celebrate your Irish heritage, especially around Saint Patrick's Day. The pot of gold at the end of the rainbow isn't just a fairy tale or a...
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