Archive for the 'Culture' Category

Why Irish Jewelry Pieces Are Great Gift Ideas

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

If you are looking to give a friend, relative or loved one something unique and special to match that equally special occasion, why not get a piece of Irish jewelry for him or her? Irish jewelry pieces are considered as one of the more popular pieces of jewelry that are available in local jewelry stores […]

Irish Gifts of Brass to Delight the Eye and Ear

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

Looking For Door Knockers to Add a Little Something Special?
Door knockers are a wonderful item to give as a gift and these Irish Gifts bring a touch of Ireland home for you to enjoy. These Irish Gifts are a wonderful way to welcome visitors to your door. With sayings such as Cead Mile Failte which […]

Claddagh Rings - Craftsmanship

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

Claddagh Rings - Craftsmanship
The best Claddagh rings are made by skilled craftsmen and women right from the most famous original ring which is popularly considered to have been created by one Richard Joyce, a resident of the tiny fishing village of Claddagh, located near Galway on the Irish coastline. With today’s modern methods of production […]

Choose Celtic Rosary to Enhances Your Appearance

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

The word jewelry needs no mention and the word Celtic rosary is even more prominent with the young and old alike. What started as a necessity in the form of crude stones and wooden implements has now grown into a billion dollar industry. At present jewelry is used for a variety of purposes and is […]

American Colonial Periods

Monday, October 27th, 2008

The arts of the early settlers of this country so accurately portray the condition of the people, their lives, and their struggle for the establishment of a stable government that a study of their social conditions allows us to imagine the forms of the various household furnishings with which they surrounded themselves. It should be […]

Mrs. Claus and the Elves

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

Mrs. Claus:
Mrs. Claus is the wife of Santa Claus, she is a fairly recent invention as with the earlier days of Santa a wife was never mentioned. Today many movies have had Mrs. Claus take a bigger role as her character has developed. In her earlier days she was often silent or at least a […]

Christmas Wreaths and Garlands

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

Early Uses of Wreaths and Garlands:
Wreaths and garlands have been used in festivals and in celebrations for many thousands of years. Its believed that with the wreath forming a circle that it symbolizes eternity, it has no beginning or end. One of the ancient celebrations where wreaths were given as a prize was at the […]

Festivals And Cultural Events In Greece And Cyprus

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

When choosing a travel destination, it is easy to become overwhelmed with the vast number of choices. There are so many historical, beautiful, interesting places on this Earth, it is easy to see why many people become frustrated.
Greece, and the Greek islands are by far, one of the top travel destination choices by cultured and […]

Do You Really Know Your Dragons?

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Descriptions of dragons run the gamut from diabolical and vile to gentle and mild. However, no matter how cunning and cruel or na

Celtic Cross Tattoos – Revealing The Truth

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Celtic cross tattoos are the greatest way to show your faith and heritage in the Celtic tradition. In fact, every Celtic design provides some meaning and displays an obvious statement of loyalty and respect to Christianity.
Though Celtic cross tattoos are assumed to be a symbol of Christianity, it holds different meaning for people with other […]

Looking For Irish Wedding Rings? We Have Yours Here!

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008

Do you have both women’s and men’s wedding rings?
We have a good selection of both men’s and women’s Irish Rings and wedding rings for sale here. Some of our Irish Rings that are wedding rings have the all important Claddagh design, while others have the Celtic Knot design in them. Most of our wedding ring […]

Fairies: The Bold and the Beautiful

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

The myths and legends of fairies are as plenteous as the sands of the sea. The stories passed down from generation to generation speak of magical beings of untold power, mystery and beauty. Many wonder what the truth behind the tales are, but many more desire to know what fairies look like- what about them […]

Advantages of Giving Celtic Jewelry For Special Occasions

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

One of the gifts that you can give to women that you are sure that they will love and treasure is jewelry. For many generations, jewelry pieces have become the ultimate gift to give a woman whether she may be a daughter, sister, friend or spouse. Nowadays, Celtic jewelry pieces have become one of the […]

How to Judge the Quality of a Good Celtic Rosary

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Jewelry has been around since times immemorial and would continue to enhance the basic appearance of a person. In the olden days when people indulged in hunting, they wore jewels made either of wood or raw stones. With times, the shapes and designs changed and people from all walks of life, including kings and queens, […]

Claddagh Rings - Tradition Revisited

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Claddagh rings are rich in tradition, but they have also made the transition to the modern world and are popular with people from every walk and class of life. The traditions of Claddagh rings have elements that go back to Roman times, but they are best known for their connection to the tiny fishing village […]

Tips on Buying Celtic Jewelry

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

Celtic jewelry pieces are slowly becoming the fashion trend for both men and women. Deep rooted in history and culture, each piece of Celtic jewelry is unique and can definitely serve as a great gift for yourself or for your loved one. One of the reasons why this is one of the most sought after […]

Claddagh Ring - Simple or Complicated

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

The concept of the Claddagh ring is quite simple, but the implementation of the ring can be quite complicated. The simple part of the concept is that the ring represents loyalty to a relationship. The relationship can be between two friends, a parent and child or husband and wife. The presentation and acceptance of the […]

Claddagh Rings - Designed to Last

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

With a history dating back to Roman times, Claddagh rings or their predecessor–Fede rings–actually predate the diamond ring in symbolism with a link to romance, marriage, engagement or commitment. The Claddagh rings is particularly distinctive with hands, a heart and a crown, each with significance in the overall picture. These symbols have slightly different meanings, […]

Celtic Jewelry Symbols and Meanings

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

It is easy to spot and distinguish a piece of Celtic jewelry in a wide range of different pieces of jewelry in your local jewelry shop. Most, if not all, of these pieces of jewelry would often have the same kind of designs. This is not to say that designers of various pieces of Celtic […]

The Claddagh Ring: An Irish Jewelry of Love

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

Irish jewelry pieces are among the most sought after pieces of jewelry that are available in the market. These could now be found in many brick and mortar stores and in various jewelry stores that are available over the Internet. Of all the different kinds of Irish jewelry pieces, the Claddagh ring is perhaps the […]