PRSRT STD U.S. Postage P.O. Box 15388 Seattle, WA 98115 PAID www.gaelsong.com GaelSong Celebrating the Celtic Imagination customer number BELTANE 2010 77 NEW ITEMS! key code Printed in USA on recycled paper (minimum post-consumer 10% waste); certified by Forest Stewardship Council. NEW! Confetti of Blossoms Flora the flower goddess scatters a confetti of blossoms to welcome the summer! Small eyelet- embroidered flowers actual size float down this breezy top, collecting in a garden of blooms at the swingy crescent hem. Racer-back NEW! early Bloomer top can be worn alone or over A sign of spring, the dogwood is one of the first trees to bloom, allowing long sleeves for year-round time to appreciate its simple beauty before showier flowers arrive. The summer. Rayon challis; quiet delight of the dogwood is rendered in sterling silver. Pendant on hand wash, line dry. 18" chain. Made in Ireland by acclaimed designer Martina Hamilton. Sizes S, M, L. Imported. J10018 Dogwood Flower Earrings $95 Turquoise or Black. J20023 Dogwood Flower Pendant $88 A60011 Flower Goddess Top $55 back view Handmade Irish Pottery – page 26 Forest Sprite Tunic – page 22 ’Tis Better To Give Royal Courtship Jewelry – page 12 A generous rabbit shares her bounty with the birds, a charming depiction of the joy of giving. Antiqued metal rabbit stands 12" tall, rabbit plus patinaed leaf bird feeder is 15" long. Minor assembly required. Gift wrap and rush delivery are not available. D4012 Rabbit & Leaf Bird Feeder $48 NEW! The infiniTe sky When the sun breaks through, chasing the clouds from the oft- Air stormy Irish Sea, the dazzling blue sky reaches forever. An iridescent blue opal surrounded by silver eternal actual size knots reflects this feeling of infinite possibility. Sterling silver. Sizes 5-12. Imported from Ireland. J76011 Opal Trinity Knot Ring $55 Spirit Fire actual size Water NEW! REFINED KNOTWORK inis Ór Strands of silver twine in eternal knots, Passionate, exuberant, Inis Ór exudes the excitement of long elemenTs in BalanCe forming a graceful marquis oval. Reaching Earth summer nights lit by golden sunsets. Rich citrus and neroli top The cool ethereal blues of air and water meet the warm tones of fire and together like a clasp of hands, they embrace elemenTs Plaques The four material elements—Air, Fire, Earth and Water—all center on Spirit, the binding force. notes, fresh green middle notes of laurel and fig, and the warm earth. Kyanite—the gemstone of dreams—lifts your spirit, while copper a drop of amethyst. Sterling silver pendant of These elements also are used to form the plaques, which include clay from the Ganges River in sensuality of spiced woody base notes of cedar, oakmoss and keeps you grounded. Blue pearls, crystals and kyanite are accented understated elegance, on 16" chain. Made in a bronzed resin suspension. Plaques are designed to flow together when grouped as shown, or cinnamon. Made in Ireland. with eternal knotwork in glowing copper. Earwires are hypoallergenic Scotland in a small family workshop. each is a fine work of art on its own. Produced by a fair-trade co-operative in Calcutta. Air, Fire, H2002 Inis Ór Eau de Parfum spray, 50 ml $48 niobium; necklet is 18" long. Made in USA. J20016 Marquis Knot Pendant Water and Earth are 5¼" x 8¾"; Spirit is 6" x 6". Gift wrap and rush delivery are not available. H2003 Inis Ór Body Lotion, 200 ml $28 J2141 Kyanite & Copper Necklace $42 with Amethyst $32 D2300 Element Plaque (Please specify) $42 H2004 Gift Set (50 ml perfume, 100 ml lotion $ J1090 Kyanite & Copper Earrings 25 $ $ in a presentation box) $55 actual size D2301 SAVE 25! Set of five 185 WELCOME TO GAELSONG It's Beltane, the Celtic festival marking the height of spring! Festivities celebrate life, the return of nature's greenery and the joy of love. Flowers, music and dancing welcome the warmth and the sun. Lilac At GaelSong, we honor the Celts and their respect for the cycles of nature. We offer goods firmly rooted in the rich Celtic tradition, often hand-crafted by artisans devoted to keeping Celtic handiwork and design alive. We hope our products bring you joy as you celebrate the return of the sun! —Colleen Connell, Founder Moss quieT as NEW! The GreaT Blue Bowl a mouse Fill it with water and a few floating flowers or with your tastiest delicacies—or simply Night Sky A fine companion while display on its own. The blue of twilight, accented with purples and umbers, swirls in you’re reading—friendly, a spiral at the heart of the bowl. Wide beveled rim adds visual balance and makes quiet and literate—this the bowl pleasant to hold. Each is individually thrown and glazed by master potter Ocean Blue wee beastie settles in for a Colm de Rís. Microwave, dishwasher and oven-safe stoneware bowl is peaceful evening perusing 13 ¾" diameter; approximately 3" deep. Handmade in Dublin, Ireland. a book by candlelight. Rush delivery is not available. $ Verdigris-finished bronze D62011 Deep Blue Bowl 78 holder stands 5" tall. Candle not included. See coordinating Colm de Rís D6723 Mouse swinG BaG Candleholder dinnerware on p. 27. NEW! Grab this bag, toss in a few necessities—wallet, keys, phone—swing it over your TOUCh OF THE CELTiC $28 Wrap yourself in a soft embrace with a touch of the Celtic. shoulder and head out with a light step and a bit of Celtic dash. Compact leather Cloud-soft pashmina scarf drapes easily and beautifully; bag with embossed eternal knot has two interior compartments and two zippered Celtic knotwork adds interest to the look. An array of color pockets, one inside and one on the back. Vegetable-tanned Italian leather, in brown choices to suit your mood: Ocean Blue, Lilac, Moss or Night Sky. or black. Bag measures 6½" x 5½" x 1½" (expands to 3"). Strap adjusts from 48"-55." 45% silk/55% wool; dry clean. 24" x 72". Imported from Ireland. Made in Ireland. B30012 Pashmina Scarf $89 B4072 Embossed Knot Swing Bag $138 2 gaelsong.com 1.800.205.5790 3 NEW! wee mouse EXCLUSIVE! An adventurous wee mousie climbs on a handy mushroom, looking for NEW! The arT of new worlds to explore. Will ILLUMINATION she come home with you? Intricate detail of pattern is a hallmark shown at She's quiet and friendly, of Celtic illumination, adding 2/3 actual size and won't eat a thing. richness and depth to the art. Varied Bronzed sculpture stands patterns of elaborate embroidery 3 ½" tall overall. Artisan- have a stunning effect on this dress, made in Devon, UK, bringing a wealth of detail that by Joanna Martins. accentuates vertical lines, offset by D24011 Mouse & ombréd shades of brick, moss and Mushroom $28 midnight blue. Rayon; hand wash and line dry. One size (fits S-L), EXCLUSIVE! with back ties to customize fit. Spiral of The sun 54" from shoulder. Imported. Dynamic spirals—a symbol of the sun—shine in radiant copper, a dazzling A50014 Embroidered combination of elements in distinctive jewelry. Sensational necklet loops $ Panel Dress 72 curved rays of copper around your neck; and coordinating earrings add a final shining twirl. Necklet is 17" overall. See coordinating hair pin online. EXCLUSIVE! Handcrafted in Ireland by coppersmith Kieran Cunningham. $ liGhT of lonG Ago J1089 Copper Triple Spiral Earrings 48 Light the oil lamp and slip back $ J2112 Copper Triple Spiral Necklace 118 to an earlier time. Handmade ceramic lamp with little glass chimney produces a soothing, EXCLUSIVE! The DeliGhTful feasT The Wheel of the Year—Beltane to Midsummer welcoming glow. Individually The Garden of Delight offers a bountiful feast. Enliven your dining with The Celtic year was a cycle defined by equinoxes and solstices. Beltane, May 1st, heralded handmade and glazed; each will rich tapestry-woven runner and placemats, sumptuous with birds, blossoms vary slightly. Burns standard lamp and tree in full bloom. Inspired by the masterwork of William Morris, a founder the beginning of the summer's rituals: Awaken before dawn to observe the sun dancing three oil (not included). Made in a small of the Arts and Crafts movement. Cotton/poly runner is 90" long x 12¼" wide; times on the horizon, gather the morning dew for health, and run between bonfires for luck family pottery in Yorkshire. placemats are 17¼" x 12½". Machine-washable. Made in USA. and protection. An auspicious time, the return of greenery brings another chance to enjoy life's D6734 Celtic Knot Ceramic Oil Lamp $42 D8001 Garden of Delight Runner $48 bounty. The year passes pleasantly to Midsummer, marking the peak of the sun's journey. D8002 Garden of Delight Placemats, set of 4 $32 heaven on earTh A winding stream, meandering through hills actual vivid with color, leads to size the Tree of Life. Bask in actual size the tranquil glow of this exquisite reproduction of the Tiffany Tree of , wheel of The year NEW! aye, Tis love Life window. Display on The Celts did not measure the passing of time For the lass who has captured your fancy— BRIDGING THE GaP included stand or hang with a calendar. Their sense of the years was tell her how you feel with a Luckenbooth, a Bridging the gap between casual by the included chain. circular, marked at the quarters and cross- traditional Scottish love token. Two hearts and elegant. Semi-precious Available in two sizes. firsT rose of SprinG EXCLUSIVE! A red rose—symbol of true love—just beginning to blossom. quarters by seasonal festivals. This beautifully entwine, crowned in a sign of loyalty and stones dangle from sterling silver Made in USA.