Thursday, March 11, 2010

Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Signs

August 3, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Culture

In Lancaster County even the barns are beautiful. Decorated with folk art, many Lancaster barns are adorned with hex signs – emblems of birds, flowers, and sometimes words. These signs are thought to bring good luck with different symbols bringing love, good fortune, and happiness. Hex signs are no longer just for barns and can [...]

Amish Furniture in Pennsylvania

July 31, 2009 by admin  
Filed under Culture

Amish furniture and quality are synonymous. People have sought after good quality furniture with the onslaught of cheap “made to sell” furniture so many stores have today. True Amish made furniture from their own craft shops has been reasonably priced. Lancaster County Pennsylvania has the second largest community of Amish in America. There you can [...]