Posted by Corey on Apr 2, 2013 |
The words have been typed, the images tweaked, and the second edition of Isle Magazine is available to everyone. We’re especially fond of their ongoing support of...
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Posted by Corey on Mar 6, 2013 |
For a limited time, we’re bringing back the Irish-themed charms/pendants we introduced last year. For 2013, we’ve added two new designs “The Harp that...
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Posted by Corey on Jan 23, 2013 |
I used to worked with teens on a family archaeology project that had them digging into their past through family artifacts… not just those dull birth, death, and...
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Posted by Corey on Jan 11, 2013 |
Conor Murphy loves the land and seascape of Ireland and some of life’s little pleasures. The Cork-born artist now lives in the U.S., but returns to his native...
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Posted by Liam on Dec 11, 2012 |
It’s the giveaway season here at the Irish Fireside, and it’s been a tradition for me to add a piece of my shard jewelry to the gift-giving festivities....
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Posted by Corey on Dec 7, 2012 |
We’re hanging out in Chicago this weekend at the One of a Kind Show and Sale and couldn’t resist sharing a few of our favorite Irish-themed artisans. If...
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Posted by Guest on Dec 3, 2012 |
The history and meaning of the trinity knot is often debated, especially since it holds meaning for both Christians and non-Christians alike. The trinity knot is also...
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Posted by Corey on Nov 25, 2012 |
Last March, Liam and I unveiled a line of handmade charms that were only available on the Irish Fireside… and they sold out very quickly. For the holiday season,...
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Posted by Corey on Oct 19, 2012 |
Heading Into Town by John O’Grady – www.johnogradypaintings.com John O’Grady is an Irish artist living and working in France. His Irish landscapes...
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Posted by Liam on Sep 27, 2012 |
It’s a big weekend for Corey and me. We’ll be at the Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival in Bethlehem, PA, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; and...
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Posted by Corey on Jul 19, 2012 |
Finally! A distillery tour that got me up close and personal with the process of making whiskey! After years of leaving Irish distilleries (and breweries) feeling...
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Posted by Corey on Apr 21, 2012 |
Eightercua/Íochtar Cua, Stone Row/Sraith Ghallán, Kerry by JG O’Donoghue - www.jgodonoghue.com This row of standing stones from County Kerry was captured with...
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Posted by Corey on Mar 30, 2012 |
For anyone with a creative bent, there’s nothing like a trip to Ireland to get those creative juices flowing. We came upon The Art Hand in County Waterford when...
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Posted by Corey on Mar 15, 2012 |
Lonely Planet is getting into the St Patrick’s Day spirit by offering a version of their Dublin City Guide for FREE with their Guides, Phrasebooks, and Maps App....
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Posted by Liam on Mar 7, 2012 |
For the last few months, Corey and I have been trying to come up with something we could offer Irish Firesiders that: would celebrate Ireland and Irish heritage we...
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