Stories, traditions & gift ideas

Keepsake Gazette

Some ornament collecting habits are easy to recognize. You remember who gave you a tiny decoration years ago, but finding the empty […]

When the summer sun is blazing and winter holidays seem a distant memory, many people find a delightful way to cool down […]

I still choose handmade Christmas ornaments because I enjoy the work behind them. Someone selected the fabric, adjusted a fold, and decided […]

Quilted ornaments make thoughtful gifts when you choose them with a particular person in mind. I love the way a color, a […]

Quilted ornament heirlooms begin with someone choosing a piece worth keeping. It might recall a wedding, a family Christmas, or the person […]

To start an ornament collection, begin with what you already enjoy. A favorite color, handmade texture, or a family memory can give […]