Stone House History

Stone House History We encourage history learning through demonstrations of crafts/trades of the 18th Century.

Since I started on my tape weaving journey, Eleanor Bittle has always been an inspiration. Although I never had a chance...
05/28/2026

Since I started on my tape weaving journey, Eleanor Bittle has always been an inspiration. Although I never had a chance to meet her in person, yesterday, I had the most wonderful opportunity to visit Historic Trappe and part of Eleanor’s personal collection of tapes.

Seeing how she saved documents, articles and newspaper clippings, how she wrote her ideas and being able to put my tape next to hers helped me connect with her and her prized collection in such a unique way. I truly feel we were of similar minds.

I am so thankful to everyone that helped me make this possible. I’m already looking forward to return to revisit the collection.

I will post more photos later, for now I am processing everything I got to see.

Hot off the loom! 2 sets of garters2 straps3 longer lengths100% wool, approximately 1/2 inch wide! These will be availab...
05/26/2026

Hot off the loom!

2 sets of garters
2 straps
3 longer lengths

100% wool, approximately 1/2 inch wide! These will be available at our events in June! If you can’t wait send a message and I am happy to ship them 🙂

We spent part of the weekend finishing treen! Here are some fun photos of the unfinished ones! Some of these will be rea...
05/25/2026

We spent part of the weekend finishing treen! Here are some fun photos of the unfinished ones! Some of these will be ready for our next round of events! Some still need more dry time… we will post photos of the finished ones once they are marked and oiled

Good Sunday Morning! In the last month we have seen an increase in our followers-over 1000 new ones! We wanted to say WE...
05/24/2026

Good Sunday Morning!

In the last month we have seen an increase in our followers-over 1000 new ones! We wanted to say WELCOME and THANK YOU for joining Stone House History!

Here are a few things that you may find helpful:

~We have a pinned 📌 post that has our most up to date calendar of events. I recommend that you jot down dates on your calendar if an event is of interest.

~We also try to post before and after events with photos or recaps to help spread the word about the sites we visit and what’s happening.

~If you look through our page and think ...’hey I bet so and so may like this page’ go ahead and invite them- the more the merrier!

~If you think your event or an event you attend would be made just that much better by us attending- PLEASE share with us so that we can add it to the calendar! 🗓

~We do sell our wares so if you want to get tapes or treen or see something you like, please comment or message us! We take cash (at events) cards (through Square) or PayPal!

~And lastly, we love it very much when you like 👍 , love ❤️ or react to a post, comment or even better share our posts. This is how we grow and like most small mom n pop shops we could really use the extra boost this year.

Photos of Stone House History from Fort Frederick Market Fair

Happy Friday!After we get back from Old Fort Niagara, we will be at some fantastic local events! The first will be The H...
05/22/2026

Happy Friday!

After we get back from Old Fort Niagara, we will be at some fantastic local events!

The first will be The Historic Heishman's Mill Spirit of Schimmel Wood Carving Expo June 13 and will be a great day of celebrating Wilhelm Schimmel!

The second is Fort Loudoun PA annual Market Fair June 19-21! This event features over 50 artisans who make 18th century items, there is always speakers and demonstrations throughout the event and has something for everyone!

Comment below if you are coming to either of these events! We look forward to seeing you there!

05/21/2026

We got excited looking at all last years photos of Old Fort Niagara. So we decided to post this video too! We can’t wait to see our many friends when we visit June 5-7 for the French Castle 300th event or for the French and Indian War Encampment July 3-5!

Our next event will be celebrating the 300th anniversary of Old Fort Niagara! This fun weekend long event will be June 5...
05/20/2026

Our next event will be celebrating the 300th anniversary of Old Fort Niagara! This fun weekend long event will be June 5-7!

We will be set up demonstrating (and selling) our treen and tapes so if your in the area stop by!

Good morning! We are looking a head to a fantastic event in August! Write it in your planners now, August 15 and 16 will...
05/19/2026

Good morning!

We are looking a head to a fantastic event in August! Write it in your planners now, August 15 and 16 will be the Bedminster Traditional Artisan Show!

This show features many traditional artists/crafts folk- 50 in 42 booths! This year they have planned two additional booths that showcase handmade items that feature reproduction items to the Philadelphia area and historically inspired pieces. They are also doing artisan giveaways for those who attend!

If you want to come to support Stone House History, or one of our many other booth friends send us a message (with your address) and we can mail you 2 free tickets to attend!

Here are some of our lovely items being used! If you are needing spoons or utensils for your kit or kitchen reach out! I...
05/18/2026

Here are some of our lovely items being used!

If you are needing spoons or utensils for your kit or kitchen reach out! If you’ve got a horn or bag that needs a strap, or an apron needing a tie or even garters we have you covered!

Happy Saturday!A couple weeks ago Jay found a whole log of Pin Oak at Fort Loudoun PA during across the centuries event....
05/16/2026

Happy Saturday!

A couple weeks ago Jay found a whole log of Pin Oak at Fort Loudoun PA during across the centuries event. He took time throughout the weekend to start work on a very fun bench. That day he got the log rived into parts, the legs worked up, and the bench seat section rived out. He took a few days off for other events and tasks but this week he finished the bench!

While this is a fantastic bench it is not for sale- as it will be staying in camp with us!

05/15/2026

Last video from Dill’s Tavern. Here is Jay working in a spoon! It was so wonderful to have a nice dry space on a rainy day to work and create. Thank you to Dill’s for allowing us to come!

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