The Amish, known for their simple and sustainable lifestyles, have mastered the art of organic gardening through generations of trial and error. Their connection with the land and the environment allows them to produce bountiful harvests year after year. Here are 25 Amish-inspired gardening tips and tricks to help you cultivate a thriving
When it comes to selecting the perfect offering plates for your church, we can assure that your congregation will feel a special blessing as they are passing these Amish handcrafted, woven wooden offering plates. These offering collection plates add a welcome and peacefully-rustic look and feel to your church services. These extra deep offering plates are crafted from the highest quality materials and are expertly woven in the USA by Amish families to be durable, long lasting, and easy to pass among your parishioners. Using these wood offering plates as replacements for your standard church collection plates is the perfect way to embody warmth and charm as your congregation enjoys the opportunity to give back to their church and community through their tithes and offerings. The extra deep design of these premium collection plates make them the best choice for almost any of your church collection needs. These heirloom quality offering plate baskets come with Free Shipping to anywhere in the contiguous United States. (Liners Sold Separately) Measures: 11 1/2" diameter x 5" tall
Who are the Old Colony Mennonites, and why are the Amish helping them improve their schooling? Ohio Amish church member Rebecca Miller returns today with some background on the people, and how the Amish became involved in educational outreach south of the border. A few quick points about this Anabaptist group, related to the Amish: They
A previous post on this topic gave some Pennsylvania Dutch words which were used to describe some basic foods which were common during the Civil War period. This post includes some of the Pennsylv…
This laugh-out-loud guide looks at some of the funniest Amish names around - from women and men to dogs and more.
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At DutchCrafters', the Amish furniture makers are the soul of our business. This profile describes the Yoder brothers and their craft.
Today I’m going to talk a bit about what the Amish wear and why they choose to dress the way they do. The topic of Amish clothing can be a complicated one. As we’ve discussed before, Plain Amish and Mennonites come from many different sects. Each group has its own patterns and however slight those differences may appear to us, I've witnessed time and again how those slight changes in style or fabric are very distinguishing to them. But the similarities can make it difficult to generalize on this topic, so bear in mind that what's true of the clothing for one group may not be true of another.
I got an email yesterday from Bill Coleman's archivist asking about an unusual photo found in his collection. He described it as "one of Bill's earliest Amish photographs" and that he had not seen anything similar in any of Bill's other photos. This photo "was taken in the early 1980's..."[women in] scoop hats" is the
Alice Gregory writes that Dina Litovsky’s photographs capture the Amish and Mennonite vacation town of Pinecraft, in Sarasota, Florida, where from October through April the typically stringent rules of Anabaptist life are somewhat suspended.
Our handmade stuffed dolls are crafted using 100% natural wool fibers sourced from American farms, making them both soft and plush. They're eco-friendly, durable and safe, ensuring that each heirloom quality doll is designed to be loved for generations. Meet Scout! She is wearing a cotton Liberty print skirt with a soft washed lawn top. She coordinates with a textured handkerchief and wears a faux leather satchel. Handmade with Care: Overlooking the open fields from the loft of her home, Camie makes each doll in her collection entirely by hand. Inspired by the authenticity of the Amish way, she creates her dolls in a minimalist, simplistic style that lends an heirloom quality to each one. Size: 16 inches tall Materials: Our stuffed skunk dolls are 16 inches tall and are made with the finest materials, including knit sweater fabric from France, 100% Australian Merino Wool, organic wool filling from sheep in Pennsylvania, cotton Poplin, and linen. Caring for your doll: Scout may get dirty while she's adventuring. Please gently handwash spots and air dry.
Sadly, I never met Doug Tompkins. By the time I was deep into my research into Amish quilts, he was deep into ecology, living in a remote area of Chile, where by 1995 he was one of the largest priv…
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Amish Decorative Half Scale Reenactment Cannon Wheels & Crafts Collection This reenactment cannon pays true respects to the lives and times of the Civil War. Old-order handcrafted, this cannon is the perfect choice for Civil War reenactments! Our reenactment furniture (including cannons, gun carts, antique reproduction chairs, and more) has been featured in a wide variety of films, theater performances, and special events! Handcrafted in the same fashion as it was in 100 years ago, this cannon has a true antique look. Each cannon is held to the highest standards of hand-craftsmanship. The expert craftsman who developed this reenactment cannon are specialists in wheel and cart craftsmanship. Call today with questions on our reenactment cannon, our furniture specialists are standing by to assist. 1-941-867-2233.
Amish American Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk Lexington Collection Our American Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk is a beautiful desk for a small office. Amish Secretary Desks are a wonderful way to hide the clutter and still offer a convenient place to keep letters, stamps and important papers. DutchCrafters Amish Office Furniture is built to last for generations! This attractive Mission style desk comes standard with a small storage drawer, crafted from solid wood with dovetailed corner joints and full extension drawer slides for optimal storage. It is shown here in oak wood that wears a prominent grain pattern accentuated with choice of stain. Wood and stain samples are available for you to view at home. We are happy to help you find the perfect wood, stain and hardware for your new desk. Contact one of our knowledgeable furniture specialists for additional information or custom ordering assistance on this handcrafted Mission style secretary desk.
The Amish have one simple rule, love each other. If the rest of the world followed suit, we would live
The Amish women are part of the community, but their rigid rules set them apart from other members. They are known for their long dresses and bonnets. They
LARA QUINT is the emerging fashion brand of designer Lara Tomashchuk, which is characterized by avant-garde volume silhouettes, minimalistic cuts and innovational fabrics. The brand is considered to be intellectual, representing deep involvement in arts and psychology, elaborating various concepts and social problems. The name LARA QUINT is an abbreviation of Quintessence (from Lat. quinta […]
Greetings - From "The Amish Country" AMISH Family out for a Sunday ride with a horse and Sleigh on a brisk Winter day. Greetings From "The Penna. Dutch Country". AMISH Children at School. The AMISH are a Religious Sect of people who have retained most of their forefather's original customs; and make their living almost soley by farming, without the use, or aid of modern conveniences. They are widely settled in Eastern Penna. Greetings form the "Pennsylvania Dutch Country" Display of the styles of hex-signs painted by a hex sign painter and used in Penna. Dutch Country on houses and barns. Their present purpose is confined to the decorative.
Amish Hardwood Child's Round Table Solid Wood Crafts and Toys Collection Perfect for your little loved one to enjoy games, crafts, homework, and mealtime, our Amish Hardwood Child's Round Table will become their favorite spot. Handcrafted by our expert Amish woodworkers in Indiana, you will be delighted by the amount of care that has been put into its construction and so will your child or grandchild! Creative play will be no problem with such a solid surface for young ones to enjoy. Available in your selection of oak, brown maple, or cherry. These hardwoods are handpicked and proudly sourced from right here in the United States. A variety of stain options will allow you to put your personal touch on this special piece. Get in touch by calling 941-867-2233 to speak with a friendly Amish furniture specialist about all of your choices.
