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Pick up a copy of the November issue of New Hampshire Magazine. Gibson Pewter is the featured artist.

We just found out about it last week. A nice exposure boost as we head into the holiday buying season.

The full page includes a nice write-up about us, plus it features the tulip-shaped Philadelphia Creamer and the Philadelphia Sugar Bowl both featuring beaded edges.

Small Star Earrings

Kay Scott won a pair of our Small Star Earrings in September. She’ll twinkle at all her holiday functions this season.

Each month, we select a winner of our monthly gift of a pair of Gibson Pewter Earrings. For October, we plan to gift a pair of Lady Bug Earrings. Good luck may be yours for the asking.

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Grape Earrings

Nancy Fuller was our August winner of Grape Earrings. Pour yourself a glass of red or white and enjoy an early fall sunset.

Each month, we select a winner of our monthly gift of a pair of Gibson Pewter Earrings. For September, we plan to gift a pair of our cute Small Star Earrings. Cool clear nights are perfect for stargazing.

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New Hampshire Made - Fine Crafts

The 6th Annual Hillsborough Area Artisans Fall Open Studio Tour is Friday and Saturday, September 19 & 20. The leaves are beginning to turn and the apples are ripe, so it’s a great time to be out on New Hampshire country roads.

On September 26th at 6 pm at the New Hampshire Antiquarian Society in Hopkinton, NH, I’ll be previewing a new piece at the 19th Annual “Tomorrow’s Masterpieces” Art Show & Sale. The Show opens with an Artist’s Champagne...

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Nancy Denu & Camille Gibson

With six locations, the event was so grand it was in danger of becoming its own black hole. But the determination of numerous volunteers and curious visitors made the weekend a genuine success.

Their several regiments camped out on Jones Road for a multi-day series of re-enactment activities. A period Magic show, performers and impersonators, blacksmith demonstrations, tours of the Franklin Pierce Homestead, and our beautiful stone arch bridges provided a wealth of things to capture...

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Gibson Family in period costume

Hillsborough’s Second Annual Living History Event, held August 21 & 22, was a real success. The weather cooperated and the crowds were plentiful, up almost 30% from last year! Patrons witnessed many historical reenactments and demonstrations around town.

Hillsborough Center was the backdrop for several of the events including: pewter casting, blacksmithing, furniture making, cider pressing, a one room school house reenactment, and 18th century style magician, surry rides, and so...

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Early American Life 2009

I was delighted to be named one of America’s top 200 traditional craftsmen for the 16th straight year by Early American Life Magazine. Notice of the recognition is in their August issue on news stands now.

Since 1970 Early American Life has been the source for information on early American style, decorating, and traditions. They cover both antiques and reproductions made by crafters working in period styles with traditional tools. They provide solid...

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Photo of Town Crier

Behind the scenes we’ve been busy in preparation for the Living History Event to be held right here in Historic Hillsborough the weekend of August 21-23. Camille & I will be dressed in 19th century garb casting 19th century wares!

Visit each of the six interesting historic destinations points throughout town chock full of interactive activities, performers, musicians, demonstrators, and craftsmen.

Right here in Hillsborough Center, you’ll find a charming...

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HIstoric Hillsborough Center

It’s a busy season here in our beautiful, rural corner of New Hampshire.

I hope you’ll consider visiting us for the Living History Event, or perhaps September 19 & 20 for the 6th Annual Hillsborough Area Artisans Fall Studio Tour.

This is a great way to spend the weekend experiencing some of New Hampshire’s most beautiful countryside, visiting with the artisans and learning their creative process. You drive from studio to studio at your...

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Dragonfly Earrings

Congratulations to Jaki Dodd, our July winner of Dragonfly Earrings. Your flowers may be pelted and flattened by rain drops now, but they’ll bounce back!

Each month, we select a winner of our monthly gift of a pair of Gibson Pewter Earrings. For August, we’ll be awarding a pair of our sensuous Grape Earrings. Warm, dry weather should bring them out in droves as soon our monsoon season is past.

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New Tulip Tankard

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Pewter Martini Goblet

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