Shop Notes
Pewter Cleaning Tip
Before I polish my pewter plates, I soak them in extremely hot water for several minutes in a dish pan.
I take a pad of super fine steel wool (0000), place it in the water, squeeze it out, and apply a teaspoon of Dawn dish liquid. Then I take the plate out of the water and begin firmly rubbing the steel wool in a circular pattern from the middle to the outside diameter of the plate. Repeat this rubbing on both sides and dry the plate with a soft cotton...
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Wildlife management programs across the United States work hard to maintain a balance between keeping a steady population of these magnificent animals and allowing a certain number to be bagged each year. Needless to say, many hunters are disappointed when they aren’t selected in annual lotteries.
To satisfy the non-lottery winners and moose lovers everywhere, Gibson Pewter in Hillsboro, NH is happy to introduce Mr. Moose.
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The 2012 Hillsborough Living History Event was this past weekend, and it was a HUGE success. The event saw more visitors than in past years, the weather was just about perfect, and we had our shop open for demonstrations—all dressed in period clothing.
If you missed it, It will be happening again, 3rd week of August, 2013.
Open the door to creativity, adventure, relaxation and tax-free shopping.
NH Open Doors, November 5-6, 2011Let the scenic highways and country roads of New Hampshire take you to picturesque towns and roadside farm stands. Meet our talented artisans and craftspeople who are opening their studios to welcome you. Stroll through our shops and galleries filled with NH-made products and artwork. Savor the local cuisine. Sample the wines. Spend the night in a cozy lodging...
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Send us photos of your Gibson Pewter. The gentleman who commissioned 64 Shrub Cups last year shared this photo. Incidentally, I sampled the rum shrub drink and enjoyed it. We’ll post his recipe soon.
Jon Gibson and Gibson Pewter are featured in the current issue of Yankee Magazine (March/April 2011) in an article titled “The New New England Heirlooms.” The article features a number of talented New England craftspeople creating timeless pieces to share across generations.
Of the seven artisans covered in the article, Jon is the sole representative of New Hampshire and the only metal-smith. Besides looking...
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We’ve had a very good response thus far to our 2011 raffle, the prize winning Fruit Bowl. By signing up for the monthly newsletter, Shop News, subscribers are automatically entered in to the raffle. We’ll pick the winner in December 2011.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner!
We have a number of appropriate gifts, including vases, mugs and jewelry.
Place your orders soon to avoid higher shipping rates. Don’t forget, I can stamp one initial on our cast pewter hearts free of charge!
January seems to be flying by and that is not a bad thing. With near record amounts of snow in N.H. in January coupled with some VERY cold sub-zero days, one can’t help but begin to count the number of days until Spring(50+).
Post Christmas time off with my family was restorative and I am now rebuilding inventory and working on new designs for 2011. I usually introduce new product designs in early Spring so stay tuned in to the newsletters.
The winner of our November raffle is Lauren Chapin, of Brooklyn, NY. She will be receiving our toasty warm Muffin Earrings to keep her warm for the holidays. Congratulations and Merry Christmas.
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