The “Minor” Holidays

Recently I learned that the “minor” prophets in the Old Testament were not called minor because they were less important but because they were shorter writings than the big guys like Daniel. Thus, logically we have “minor” holidays–not less important than the big ones like Christmas and Halloween but shorter in duration! For some of us, these holidays are our favorites–less bustle or a unique family tradition.

Following the calendar year, here are some “Quilty” items to help you celebrate your holiday!

Valentines Day brighten the winter days of February. These quilts will add some color to your home.

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The red and white one..those are tiny hearts, is for sale for $50. “Paris is for Lovers” is 38″ x 38″ and for sale for $60.

Table runners give hints of the season. The valentine theme one is 17″ x 53″ and is $35. The Irish green one is 13″ x 45″ and is $25.

For all with Irish roots, St. Patrick’s day is very important! Green beverages, silly t-shirts and scattering of shamrocks about the house.

Depending on the liturgical calendar, Easter and Spring often arrive hand in hand… soft colors, flowers and sunny skies.

Easter eggs is 16″ x 28″ — $25

Shirley made one for her porch this summer and decided someone else might like this whimsical salute to the Fourth. Hang this on your porch next summer for $125.

Remember my theory? Red, white and blue can decorate your home from Memorial Day to August.

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This hand quilted log cabin with hidden stars could be draped over your sofa from May through the summer. It is approximately 60″ square and for sale for $175.

Understated, this table runner would work well with other Red, White and Blue accessories and would work well into Fall. It is $50.

Holidays give us reasons to change up the “usual”, to celebrate, to get together with friends and family and to decorate..a little or a lot.