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What do the Amish know that we don’t?

As Americans, we actually have people go on sightseeing tours to see the Amish families at work, at home, and buy their handmade furniture and quilts. Granted, its not possible for everyone in a social group to be happy, but the Amish seem to really be quite happy and take pride in their work, their families, and being faithful to their religion. What about their lives could we integrate into our world to bring about a more peaceful life?

The Americans are fascinated with Amish (and even my own Mennonite church) culture; we are so different from you that you can’t help but want to know more.
We believe in working the soil because it allows us to be closer to God. Both of our religions are based solely on the idea of Christianity. We don’t need Palm Pilots or televisions or any of that other stuff to make us happy and we are certainly better off without it because with it, there is temptation to do wrong. The Amish cut temptation off at the knees by living without electricity; we Mennonites use electricity and computers, though there are sects of us that live exactly like the Old Order Amish do, no lectric, no cars, no anything really considered “modern”. Let me tell you what you are missing out on by being Englisch,

By having all those….things….you make life so fast. Planes and cars and phones that are computers; it’s all a money race to see who can have the most advanced thing and to show it off. It is all pride, which we consider sin. We think we are better off without it; the reason we are happy is because we feel this is the right way to live. There is nothing like coming from a hard day in the field helping your father bring in the hay and your hands are sore and you have blisters from the twine used to bale and you turn your face up to the sun and you feel its warmth. When I am inside cooking or sewing or cleaning or reading, I look around, and I realize that I have Paradise on Earth. I have time to spend with my family, my friends, and my God. There’s no comparison to some of the traditions we uphold; when was the last time you heard of a hymnsing? How about a work folic? Quilting frolic?
These wonderful things have all been erased from the Englisch cultuer and replaced by each new piece of technology and each new skyscraper they build to accomodate everything.

Sometimes I feel bad for those of you living in such a fast set life…there’s no chance for you to unwind….relax. That’s why people are so fascinated by us; we’ve got time to relax and unwind.

Blessings,

-Annie-

Amish Community Crafts, Baskets and Quilts

Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts $9.39 abrams publishing stewart tabori chang books last minute patchwork and quilted gifts. this book features thirty projects organized according to the amount of time it takes to complete them less than two hours two to four hours four to eight hours eight to twelve hours and twelve hours and up. there is also an overview of the authors approach to color as well as the tools and techniques she used to…

Cotton Broadcloth Amish Green $2.98 Cotton Broadcloth Amish Green

Amish Buggy Weathervane Rooftop Color $70.99 Amish Buggy Weathervane Adds Charm to Any Structure The Amish Buggy Weathervane is handcrafted in Whitehall, Michigan, of 100% recycled aluminum. Aluminum is highly rust resistant and durable. This charming Amish Buggy Weathervane celebrates the rich American Amish peoples. It is skillfully crafted and available in two finishes and in two sizes. These handcrafted treasures ship in approximately two weeks. Amish Buggy Weathervane Features and Specifications Ornament Measures: 14L x 7W Inches; 7 Pounds Overall Dimensions: 24L Arrow x 30H Inches Includes Black Arrow, Mast, Directionals, and Base Garden Weathervane Comes with a Garden Stake Rooftop Weathervane Comes with a Roof Mounting Kit Available in Full Color or Solid Black Ships within 2 Weeks

Amish Buggy Weathervane Garden Color $70.99 Amish Buggy Weathervane Adds Charm to Any Structure The Amish Buggy Weathervane is handcrafted in Whitehall, Michigan, of 100% recycled aluminum. Aluminum is highly rust resistant and durable. This charming Amish Buggy Weathervane celebrates the rich American Amish peoples. It is skillfully crafted and available in two finishes and in two sizes. These handcrafted treasures ship in approximately two weeks. Amish Buggy Weathervane Features and Specifications Ornament Measures: 14L x 7W Inches; 7 Pounds Overall Dimensions: 24L Arrow x 30H Inches Includes Black Arrow, Mast, Directionals, and Base Garden Weathervane Comes with a Garden Stake Rooftop Weathervane Comes with a Roof Mounting Kit Available in Full Color or Solid Black Ships within 2 Weeks

Amish Buggy Weathervane Rooftop Black $53.99 Amish Buggy Weathervane Adds Charm to Any Structure The Amish Buggy Weathervane is handcrafted in Whitehall, Michigan, of 100% recycled aluminum. Aluminum is highly rust resistant and durable. This charming Amish Buggy Weathervane celebrates the rich American Amish peoples. It is skillfully crafted and available in two finishes and in two sizes. These handcrafted treasures ship in approximately two weeks. Amish Buggy Weathervane Features and Specifications Ornament Measures: 14L x 7W Inches; 7 Pounds Overall Dimensions: 24L Arrow x 30H Inches Includes Black Arrow, Mast, Directionals, and Base Garden Weathervane Comes with a Garden Stake Rooftop Weathervane Comes with a Roof Mounting Kit Available in Full Color or Solid Black Ships within 2 Weeks

Amish Buggy Weathervane Garden Black $53.99 Amish Buggy Weathervane Adds Charm to Any Structure The Amish Buggy Weathervane is handcrafted in Whitehall, Michigan, of 100% recycled aluminum. Aluminum is highly rust resistant and durable. This charming Amish Buggy Weathervane celebrates the rich American Amish peoples. It is skillfully crafted and available in two finishes and in two sizes. These handcrafted treasures ship in approximately two weeks. Amish Buggy Weathervane Features and Specifications Ornament Measures: 14L x 7W Inches; 7 Pounds Overall Dimensions: 24L Arrow x 30H Inches Includes Black Arrow, Mast, Directionals, and Base Garden Weathervane Comes with a Garden Stake Rooftop Weathervane Comes with a Roof Mounting Kit Available in Full Color or Solid Black Ships within 2 Weeks

Handmade Life $11.49 Handmade Life

Handmade Music $15.49 Handmade Music

Country Quilts Scenic Multi $7.98 From Elizabeth’s Studio, this cotton print fabric features a color palette of blue, green, yellow, pink, white, black and red. Use fabric for quilts, home decor accents, craft projects and apparel.

Quilts of Valor USA Red $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features badges and ribbons. Colors include red, white and gold on a red star background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy $19.56 The remarkable response of the Amish Community to the horrific shooting of 10 schoolgirls at Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania in October 2006 stunned the larger world….

Quilts of Valor USA Ivory $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features badges and ribbons. Colors include red, white, navy and gold on an ivory star background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Amish-Design Wooden Yarn Swift $42 From ChiaoGoo, This Amish-design yarn swift is somthing you’ve just got to have! Get rid of those cumbersome umbrella swifts. Yarn swift sits on the table top (no clamping needed!) and has non-skid pads on the bottom to keep it from moving. Four adjustable 5 7/8” pegs can easily be moved to accommodate any size hank of yarn. And, this swift can be set up or broken down in a matter of seconds!

Leisure Arts-Quick Quilts For Home(Pack of 1) $62.4 Leisure Arts-Quick Quilts For Home. LEISURE ARTS-Quick Quilts For Home. Create a beautifully decorated home while enjoying your passion for quilting and your love of fabric. More than 50 projects in Debbie Mumm’s newest collection of quilts and home acce

Quilts of Valor Grid Stars Red $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features small red stars on a grid design. Colors include red and white. Use for quilting and craft projects.

C & T Publishing-Transparency Quilts(Pack of 1) $27.5 C & T Publishing-Transparency QuiltsC&T PUBLISHING-Transparency Quilts. Master the illusion of transparency! Start with the introductory section that explains the transparency technique and will have you seeing color in a whole new way. Then move int

Jelly Roll Quilts Pattern Book $25.98 Jelly Roll Quilts contains 17 projects to use with your favorite Moda Jelly Rolls. This book features unique advice on making the most of your Jelly Rolls, and tips on adapting your stash. Lots of pictures and step-by-step instructions will set you on the road to quilting heaven.

Quilts of Valor Eagle Emblems Red $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features eagle emblems with the words courage, honor and strength. Colors includes yellow, gold, red, brown and white on a red star background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Beard Amish(Pack of 1) $17.99 A simple mustache can change your looks and personality. Each facial hair item or set includes self adhesive tape strip or can be applied with spirit gum or latex (not included). Each is contained in a blister pack with color back card.

C & T Publishing-Colorful Quilts For Fabric Lovers(Pack of 1) $52.05 C & T Publishing-Colorful Quilts For Fabric LoversC&T PUBLISHING-Colorful Quilts For Fabric Lovers. Use the fabric you love and finish every quilt you start! This book includes 10 new ideas for creating color-splashed quilts with modern panache. The

Design Originals-BIG Blocks, BIG Quilts(Pack of 1) $43.55 Design Originals-BIG Blocks, BIG Quilts. DESIGN ORIGINALS-Big Blocks Big Quilts is an illustrated guide to create colorful luscious quilts. Every quilt in this book is a work of art that will be cherished for years. Each quilt is made with wonderful lay

C & T Publishing-Super Simple Quilts(Pack of 1) $23.68 C & T Publishing-Super Simple Quilts . C&T PUBLISHING-Super Simple Quilts features three super-easy quilts each in three sizes with three fabric styles to choose from. Perfect for beginners with clear instructions and photos that make even first projects

Quilts of Valor Large Stars Red/Navy/Gold $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features navy and gold metallic stars on a red background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Large Stars Red/White/Navy $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features red and white stars on a navy background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Antique Stripe Red/Blue/Gold $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features red, blue and gold stripes. The stripe is vertical to the selvedge. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Stars and Chevrons Navy/White $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features white stars and chevrons on a navy background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Large Stars White/Red/Blue $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features navy and red stars on an white background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Stars and Chevrons Ivory/Red $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features red stars and chevrons on an ivory background. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Country Quilts Floral Yellow/Red/Green $7.98 From Elizabeth’s Studio this floral cotton print fabric features a color palette of red, green, pink and lavender. Use fabric for quilts, home decor accents and apparel.

Handmade Music (Ltd Ed.) $18.49 Handmade Music (Ltd Ed.)

Quilts of Valor Grid Stars Gold/Navy $8.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics for the American Valor Fabrics program for the Quilts of Valor Foundation, this fabric features small gold metallic stars on a grid design. Colors include navy and gold metallic stars. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Country Quilts Spring Border Stripe Blue $7.98 Designed by Diane Phalen for Elizabeth’s Studio, this cotton print features quilts hanging from a line in a spring setting. The design runs vertical to the selvedge. Colors include gold, blue, black, green, pink, yellow and red. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Sea Quilts Waves Blue $7.98 Designed for Elizabeth’s Studio, this cotton print fabric is perfect for quilt or craft projects, apparel and home décor accents. Colors include teal, aqua, white and blue.

Sea Quilts Scallops Blue $7.98 Designed by Rebecca Barker for Elizabeth’s Studio, colors include blue, tan, and coral. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Leisure Arts-Quilts For Baby(Pack of 1) $37.38 Leisure Arts-Quilts For Baby. LEISUREQuilts For Baby. wrapping little ones in homemade love. From bears and bugs to stars and pinwheels these patterns will delight Baby and Mom alike. Features simple-to-piece blocks and easy appliques. Softcover: 80 pag

David & Charles Books-Jelly Roll Quilts(Pack of 1) $59.88 David & Charles Books-Jelly Roll Quilts. DAVID & CHARLES BOOKS-Jelly Rolls are the new fat quarter bundle! They consist of 1.5 inch strips of color coordinated fabric rolled up to create a solid disk and tied with a ribbon. Jelly Roll Quilts is the first

C & T Publishing- Book – Skinny Quilts(Pack of 1) $59.15 C&T PUBLISHING-Skinny Quilts. Decorate all those nooks and crannies in your home! Skinny quilts are lovely as table and bed runners, or to decorate a narrow wall. These new designs use both applique and piecing in a variety of styles. Each of the 15 desig

Leisure Arts ”Paula Vaughan’s Quilts For All Seasons” Cross Stitch Book $19.95 These 12 cross stitch designs are inspired by patchwork quilts. Adapted from the watercolor paintings of Paula Vaughan, there’s a nostalgic design to reflect the special beauty of each month of the year.

Cambridge® 6.8 H Earth Tone Amish Scenic Border $19.99 Cambridge® 6.8″ H Earth Tone Amish Scenic Border, Whip up an exciting new look for your walls, quicker and easier than ever. Borders bring character, colour and detail to a room, lifting it to a refined level of style that reflects your personality and flare. Durable, moisture resistant solid vinyl material is great for high traffic areas.

Acoustic Disc – 100% Handmade Bluegrass $8.99 Acoustic Disc – 100% Handmade Bluegrass

Handmade Home. $15.99 Author: Mark Bailey.RRP: 19.99.Mark and Sally Bailey of destination homeware store Baileys Home and Garden turn to the homes of artists, craftspeople and designers who collect their work. ‘Handmade Home’ shows how living with handcrafted pieces is a joyful experience that awakens the senses and brings simple pleasures to every day.Living with paintings, sculptures, ceramics and textiles will give your home a distinct personality that is welcome in this age of mass production.Format: Hardback.ISBN: 9781849751551.Published: 08/09/2011.Publisher: Ryland, Peters and Small Ltd.Genre: Home and Garden.Total Pages: 160.Free delivery by post.

A Laurel Burch Christmas Book Color The Season w/25 Quilts & Crafts $27.98 Celebrate a magical holiday with Laurel Burch quilts and crafts! Get ready for an enchanting Christmas as you fill your home with beautiful quilts and crafts from the studio of famed artist Laurel Burch. Try these fun, imaginative projects, ranging from very easy to more challenging, and discover the joy and magic of sharing a Laurel Burch Christmas! The book includes 25 projects include quilts, stockings, ornaments, tree skirts, and more in distinctive Laurel Burch style. You can mix ‘n match designs for one-of-a-kind gifts and decorations. The versatile seasonal projects feature both Christmas and winter themes. This book is ideal for beginners – choose hand appliqué or fast, easy fusible appliqué, plus find fun, no-sew craft projects. You’ll also find tips and techniques for creative embellishments including embroidery, painting, stamping, and beading. Buy 2, one for yourself and one as a gift for a dear friend.

Inspirational Canvas Quilts – Set of 12 $10.95 A unique and lasting way to display everyone’s original artwork! Decorate the 8 canvas squares. When dry use buttons & loops to make a quilt – you can even attach more than one set for a giant quilt! Twelve separate pieces of 8 square white canvas with buttons and loops 100% cotton

58L Storage Bag For Clothing And Quilts $7.69 HighlightsMade of high quality material.Unique and fashion design.Perfect for home use.SpecificationsSize Approx (cm): 60 x 39 x 25Weight Approx (kg): 0.137

Clothes and Quilts Compression Bag (2-Piece) $15.99 HighlightsHigh quality material.100% brand new new and high quality. Perfect for home use.SpecificationsSize Approx (cm): 70 x 100 x 1Weight Approx (kg): 0.27

Clothing and Quilts Compression Bags (3-Piece) $14.99 HighlightsNew hot sell product!Fashionable and useful!SpecificationsWeight Approx (kg): 0.37Size Approx (cm): 18 x 11 x 20

Christmas Quilts Lone Star Multi $7.98 Designed by Rebecca Barker for Elizabeth’s Studio, this cotton print features an allover design of Lone Stars. Colors include red, green, white and yellow. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Quilts of Valor Eagle Panel Blue $6.98 Designed by Whistler Studios for Windham Fabrics, this panel features 4 blocks of eagle motifs. The blocks measure about 16.5” x 10.50”. The panel measures about 23” x 44”. Colors include red, white, blue and brown. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Sea Quilts Landscape Medley Sand $7.98 Designed by Rebecca Barker for Elizabeth’s Studio, colors include red, yellow and sand. Use for quilting and craft projects.

Anathema $15.99 Hannah Schwartz slipped away from her Amish family to meet with her beau, Reece Ericson. When she returned, she discovered her parents murdered and their handmade quilts stolen. Years later, a shunned Hannah returns to the scene of the crime in hopes of restoring her family and her faith. But while much has changed in Hannah’’s life, the danger at home now threatens with a vengence.

Kansas Troubles (Benni Harper Series #3) $0.01 After a whirlwind marriage to San Celina Police Chief Gabe Ortiz, Benni Harper is excited to visit her Kansas hometown. At a rowdy backyard barbecue, she meets Tyler Brown, an aspiring country singer with a promising future—and a fascinating past. Once, Tyler had lived the simple Amish life. Now she’s determined to make it on her own selling her exquisite handmade quilts. But Tyler’s gifts—and her life—are cut short when she’s murdered. Out of his jurisdiction, Gabe is frustrated to sit on the sidelines while his friends are investigated by his own sleuthing wife. And Benni realizes that her hasty marriage will be much like Kansas weather: unpredictable and bound to be stormy…

Kansas Troubles (Benni Harper Series #3) $7.99 After a whirlwind marriage to San Celina Police Chief Gabe Ortiz, Benni Harper is excited to visit her Kansas hometown. At a rowdy backyard barbecue, she meets Tyler Brown, an aspiring country singer with a promising future—and a fascinating past. Once, Tyler had lived the simple Amish life. Now she’s determined to make it on her own selling her exquisite handmade quilts. But Tyler’s gifts—and her life—are cut short when she’s murdered. Out of his jurisdiction, Gabe is frustrated to sit on the sidelines while his friends are investigated by his own sleuthing wife. And Benni realizes that her hasty marriage will be much like Kansas weather: unpredictable and bound to be stormy…

Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts $27.5 More than half of the projects in this book can be completed in less than 8 hoursIn an age of mass-produced, look-alike merchandise, there’s no greater pleasure than to receive&#151or to give&#151a handmade gift. To make gifts for family and friends testifies to your esteem for them and to your loving dedication of precious energy and time.And there’s the rub. These days, few people have time to create elaborate hand-fashioned gifts. Understanding the demands on contemporary crafters’ schedules&#151but understanding, too, their wish to express their love and care in this very personal way&#151led Joelle Hoverson to write Last-Minute Knitted Gifts. Now, in the follow-up to that extremely successful 2004 volume&#151with nearly 80,000 copies in print&#151Hoverson and photographer Anna Williams present Last-Minute Patchwork + Quilted Gifts.The book&#151designed for use by both first-time and longtime quilters&#151features 30 patchwork and quilted projects organized according to the amount of time it takes to complete them: less than 2 hours, 2 to 4 hours, 4 to 8 hours, 8 to 12 hours, and 12 hours or more. The gifts are inspired by Amish, Appalachian, and Japanese quilting traditions, among others, and range from easy pillowcases and covered scrapbooks to simplified (but heirloom-worthy) log cabin and crazy quilts. Hoverson also shares an overview of her approach to color as well as the tools and techniques she used to complete the projects in the book.

Quilts among the Plain People $6.95 From the Backcover Why do so many Amish and Mennonites who are devoutly committed to a simple, austere life make beautiful quilts? Why this splash of beauty? What are the favorite designs? How has quilting become a part of the very fabric of Amish and Mennonite life? What are basic how-tos of quiltmaking? “Quilting has survived among these frugal, simple people because a quilt is not only apiece of art. It is also functional.” Rachel is a graduate of Eastern Mennonite College with a degree in Home Economics Education. She and her husband, Kenny, live in Lancaster and attend Rossmere Mennonite Church. Rachel is known to many as Hazel for her role in the motion picture “Hazel’s People.” Joanne Ranck also grew up in Lancaster County. She graduated form Eastern Mennonite College with a degree in English. She and her husband, Douglas Dirks, are presently living in Victoria, British Columbia. They plan a term of overseas service under Mennonite Central Committee in the immediate future. Joanne worked for four years as manager of The People’s Place in Intercourse, Pennsylvania, where she launched the sales of high quality quilts. Joanne enjoys sewing and quilting. Her friends and family have been grateful recipients of many handmade gifts.