Monastery Greetings

What does monasticism and embroidery have in common?

Monastery Greetings

Today, we would like to spotlight one of our loyal retailers, known nationwide through printed catalogues and online shopping as the only such website dedicated in providing products made by monasteries, abbeys, convents, and hermitages - the sale of their products directly supporting them. From Trappist Preserves and Glenstal Abbey Truffles to CD's of chant from the Abbey of Fontgombault - shopping Monastery Greetings is an experience that takes one around the world and brings the finest of Catholic culture to life.

It has been our joy to bring our own line of products to the catalogues of Monastery Greetings through the stitching of signature designs that incorporate our Faith in every-day life. The Benedictine Apron, Lamb of God Collection, Pysanky Basket Liner, and Celtic Apron have all graced homes and kitchens across America through Monastery Greetings.

New to this season finds St. Francis of Assisi and his famous quote, "Lord, make me an instrument of Thy peace" in stitches. Visit their website today to view the new St. Francis Apron and St. Francis Throw - found exclusively though Monastery Greetings.

www.catholicembroidery.com

New to the Shop: Fleur de Lis Throw

The fleur de lis.

Mini Fleur de lis two-tone design

A favorite symbol in the Catholic Embroidery family and a confirmed favorite amongst Catholics around the globe. Not only is it a symbol of Our Lady, representing a lily of purity, it is commonly held as traditional symbol of Catholic France. Tradition holds that an angel appeared to King Clovis and presented him with a lily -- fleur de lis -- to honor his purification upon his baptismal day. This day became the birth of the First Daughter of the Church - France, who has since produced such saints as St. Joan of Arc and St. Louis the King (also remembered in symbolism with the fleur de lis).

Check out our new Fleur de Lis Throw in two timeless styles, complimenting most home decor with an all-over fleur de lis pattern. Warm and cozy, this throw is a great addition to the home, office, or car. Machine wash and tumble dry care make for a family-friendly addition to any home.

Fleur de lis Throw

http://www.catholicembroidery.com/

What is YOUR favorite Catholic symbol?

Sincerely in Christ,

Mary

New: Marian Lilies of the Valley Design & Afghan

"What better design to add to our collection this month of Mary than a new Marian design?
Introducing: Marian Lilies of the Valley

The blue and gold of Our Lady's initial come together in the folds of a cluster of lilies of the valley. One can almost see these bell-like white flowers toll as they surround the Queen of Heaven.

Queen of the Family Afghan

Combining our new design with the often forgotten addition to the Litany or Loretto, "Queen of the family, pray for us!" this afghan is the perfect way to honor Our Lady in the home and ask for her constant motherly protection on all within it's folds. For more details, visit Queen of the Family Afghan.

When introducing our new product, Elizabeth Foss, Catholic mother and author, appropriately writes: "perfect for chilly porch evenings in May, cold morning soccer games, and nights on the beach all summer."