Amish Heartland, January 2013

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January 2013

Helping Hands Quilt Shop

Sol’s in Berlin

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The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club

Book Review

Reviewed by Catie Noyes • EDITOR

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

PackShip USA: Packing and Shipping Everything from the most Unique and Unusual .................... 06 The Art of Quilting: An Amish Tradition for Generations .......................................................... 11 Sol’s in Berlin: There’s Something for Everyone18 Furniture Heartland ........................................... 26 Helping Hands Quilt Shop: Helping others by the

Visitors’ Guide....................................................05 Calendar of Events............................................ 16 Amish Heartland Map ......................................20 Just Visiting: Amish Heartland’s Inns ............40

works of ones own hands ....................................... 30

Fall Photo Contest Winners............................ 34

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While the Winter Wind is Whipping... It’s the beginning of a new year. As you find yourself indoors, staying warm and cozy from the frigid outdoors, you might be contemplating New Year’s resolutions you may or may not follow through with. If you’re looking for a new hobby, you might consider taking up quilting. Featured in this issue you will learn about the Amish tradition of quilting passed down from generation to generation. As you find yourself hulled up inside, you might find time to pick up a needle and thread and start putting some of that scrap material to good use. In the end you could find yourself with a beautiful wall hanging or a warm and cozy bed covering. If you’re in need of some materials to get your new hobby going, try checking out Helping Hands Quilt Shop in Berlin. With over 3,000 bolts of different materials and all the tools you need, Helping Hands can be your one stop shop. Their friendly staff and expertise can answer any of your quilting questions or you may even consider taking one of their quilting classes. Once you have finished your quilting masterpiece, maybe you have considered making a few more as Christmas or birthday gifts. If you’re in need of a good way to ship your items, consider using the friendly and expert services from PackShip USA. Read how they work closely with their customers to serve as a convenient stop for your postal needs. Maybe you have decided to turn your new found hobby into a new source of income. Consider renting a booth from Sol’s in Berlin and selling your quilts along with hundreds of other local crafters. Sol’s is home to thousands of unique and interesting homemade goodies that attract many to their store located in the heart of Amish Country. After taking the time to meet some local quilters and seeing firsthand just how detailed and beautiful these creations can be, I feel inspired to start my own quilting project. Maybe this issue will inspire the creative side in you as well.

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

For more information about advertising in Amish Heartland, contact Amanda Nixon, 330-287-1668.

ANTIQUES & ART

Walnut Creek Antique Mall .....05

ATTRACTIONS

Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ..........................05 Guggisberg Cheese Factory.......33 Helping Hands Quilt Shop and Museum ................................33

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES

Audrey’s Attic...............................8 Country Craft Cupboard ...........15 Parsley Pot ...................................05 Sol’s Exchange ............................10 World Crafts................................08

DINING & FOOD

Boyd & Wurthmann ...................33 Kauffman’s Country Bakery .....09

Miller’s Bakery ...........................09 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen ..................08 Shisler’s Cheese House ..............05 Troyer’s Home Pantry ................05

FURNITURE & WOODWORKING

Berlin Furniture ..........................10 Four Corners Furniture .............10 Green Acres Furniture...............27 Homestead Furniture .................27 Jake’s Handcrafted Oak ............15 Troyer Furniture .........................27 Walnut Creek Furniture ............27

LAWN FURNITURE, STORAGE & GAZEBOS Kauffman Lawn Furniture ........08

LODGING

Berlin Grande Hotel ..................15

Berlin Village Inn .......................09 Cricket Hill Cabins .....................41 Donna’s Premier Lodging .........09 Guggisberg Swiss Inn .................41 Scenic Hills RV Park ..................08 Sojourners Lodge & Log Cabin Suites.........................41

SHIPPING/PACKAGING

PackShip USA ............................05

SHOPS & SUCH

Bethany House Publishing ........45 Carriage House ...........................08 Gospel Book Store .....................00 Main Street Bears .......................09 Olivesburg General Store..........09 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts.............................46

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Visitors' Guide

Walnut Creek Antique Mall -11,000-square feet of Antique dealers(Next to Walnut Creek Water Tower)

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5 4872 McKinley Place Drive, Walnut Creek (330) 893-4010

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~ HOLMES COUNTY ~ BERLIN: Behalt at the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center ³ America’s most-exciting cyclorama of Amish & Mennonite history; half-hour tours, bookstore, gifts; NE of Berlin, off US 62 at 5798 CR 77, (330) 893-3192, www.behalt.com; Open Year Round Mon.-Sat. 9-5

Wholesale and Retail Bread • Rolls • Pies • Cakes • Cookies Made from simple, basic ingredients 668 W. Main (Rt. 250), Apple Creek 330-698-4182 M-F 6-6; Sat. 6-5; Closed Sunday 319 E. North, Wooster, 330-263-1990 M-Thur. & Sat. 6-2; Fri. 6-4; Closed Sunday

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ORRVILLE: PackShip USA — We pack ... we ship ... anything, anywhere; furniture, antiques, fine art — no item too small or too large; Instapak foam to protect high value items; you shop ... we’ll ship; (330) 682-PACK (7225). www.packshipusa.com

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From the outside, it looks just like any other warehouse, with a fleet of trucks prepared to ship to anywhere within the country. What customers are often surprised to find out, is that PackShip is not just your average warehouse. Walking into the main lobby of PackShip USA, customers are greeted by a friendly staff ready to do all they can to meet your shipping needs. “We are positioned as a U.S. postal office and we have full service shipping services for FedEx and UPS,” said Dan Auxter, director of business development. “We can do everything.” PackShip USA prides themselves in being able to ship everything, even the most unique of items. Auxter described witnessing one of the most unusual of shipments while visiting their PackShip facility located in Goshen, Ind. A man came in with an antique civil war rifle in very good condition and PackShip’s staff was able to make arrangements to have it shipped carefully and efficiently explained Auxter. Headquartered out of Orrville, PackShip was founded in 1998 by Mike and Diane Jarrett. Mike built his company on core values such as: character, entrepreneurial spirit,

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respect, compassion, courage, fairness, excellence and civic responsibility. “His vision, his spirit, his motivation is what keeps the company moving forward,” said Auxter. He feels proud to work for a company whose owners have a sincere interest in the wellbeing of its employees which only makes the company stronger. Since its founding, PackShip has installed facilities in Goshen, Ind.; Leola, Penn. and High Pointe, NC. What you might recognize amongst the Indiana, Pennsylvania and Ohio locations is that they are positioned in the midst of the larger Amish settlements in the area. Many tourists visiting Amish country find it convenient to ship their new found Amish treasures and homemade goods back home. Some even find it easier to avoid airplane luggage fees by shipping their items back home. PackShip has formed a strong relationship with the local Amish furniture builders of Holmes and Wayne counties as well as those in Elkhart (Indiana) and Lancaster (Pennsylvania) counties. Part of Jarrett’s vision was to provide a seamless process for the local Amish

builders to have their high quality furniture carefully and professionally delivered to their customers. In order to make sure furniture is delivered in the best possible quality, PackShip has developed a technology that provides superior packing protection. “We don’t just find a container that the furniture will fit into, we build the container around the furniture,” said Auxter. The company developed an exclusive method where first, a protective covering is placed next to the furniture, then expanded foam is used to create a tough, protective shell, and then finally a custom-sized box on skids is created to enclose the items, explained Auxter. PackShip has built good relationship with the Amish community and currently serves over 400 hardwood furniture builders in Ohio, Indiana and Pennsylvania transporting products to over 250 retailers throughout the United States and Canada. PackShip is the only fullservice furniture transport provider with a webbased system that allows it to transport quality oldworld craftsmanship to new technology. Logistics is also a very essential aspect in the company; moving products AMISH HEARTLAND

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Adirondack Chairs • Arbors • Bird Feeders & Houses • Gliders • Picnic Tables • Swings • Storage Barns • Gazebos and Log Cabins Huge selection of Poly Furniture

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Bakery • Café • Bulk Ice Cream Parlor

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Sol’s in Berlin

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Ohio’s Largest Arts & Crafts Mall

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An Amish Country ‘Must See’ Since ‘93 June-October Open 9am-7pm Daily

Open Memorial Day, 4th of July & Labor Day

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Berlin Furniture

Large Selection of Wall and Mantel Clocks. Monday-Saturday 7AM - 4PM

Sale Extended through January 31st!

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The Art of Quilting

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The frigid wind blows outside your window, swirling falling snowakes and makes you glad you chose to stay inside today. As you settle down to your favorite book you pull your hand-stitched quilt in tight and tuck yourself in for a well deserved afternoon of reading. As your hands run over the intricate design stitched into the fabric, you start to appreciate all the hard work that went into making this very special piece of art.

“Quilting is a strong tradition in Amish families,” said Viola Hershberger, manager of Helping Hands quilt shop. Entering into any Amish home you are most likely to see a quilt on every bed or as a small wall hanging. In every Amish family, when a daughter gets married she receives three quilts while a son receives one. Hershberger explains that early Amish quilting (and even early American quilting) was born out of necessity. People needed blankets to keep warm from harsh winter nights so the women of the household would take sentimental scraps of material and piece them together into creative patchwork blocks. Today, quilting still remains a sentimental work of art but is often created for just that purpose…art. Quilters select fabrics based on colors that flow well together and create visual interest. In an older order Amish home you may find quilts made of darker, more plain fabrics while not so strict orders will use more modern quilting practices and create themes to match different rooms within their home, explained Hershberger. “Amish girls learn to quilt from their mothers . It’s passed down within their families,” said Miriam Miller, a local Amish women and owner of Country Creations in Apple Creek. Miller was 19 when she sewed her first quilt. Hershberger grew up in an Amish household and has always loved quilting. Although her and her siblings are no longer a part of the Amish faith, Hershberger said she is the only one

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who still enjoys to quilt. While some might say quilting requires an act of patience, Hershberger does not feel this is so. “If it’s something you love it’s not really patience, it’s just what you do,” said Hershberger. “For me, baking cookies requires patience.” Hershberger compared the process of making a quilt to making a “three layer sandwich.” There is the top, the batting and the lining. Once you have chosen the fabric and pattern you wish to pursue, you start to piece the blocks of material together. Miller said there are thousands of patterns to choose from and new patterns are being designed all the time. Some of the more popular patterns include: the Star pattern, Double Wedding Ring, Log Cabin, Dahlia and the Trip Around the World (Miller feels that this pattern is the easiest of the patterns she has pursued.) Once you have decided upon your pattern you can begin to piece the material together to form the individual blocks. Next the blocks are sewn together, which Miller said is often done by sewing machine. “It’s like a puzzle putting all the pieces together,” said Miller. “Piecing is better to do by yourself,” said Miller. “An eighth of an inch can

Quilting Patterns

Above: appliqué style quilt found at Helping Hands Quilt Shop, Berlin

Above: one of many star patterns found at Helping Hands Quilt Shop, Berlin

Above: embroidered quilt found at Helping Hands Quilt Shop, Berlin Above Left: “Around the World” Above Right: “Dounle Wedding Ring” Both can be found at Helping Hands Quilt Shop, Berlin Left: “Log Cabin” pattern, quilt sewed by Miriam Miller.

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do the same pattern twice,� said Hershberger. Now that the blocks have been pieced and sewn together, you have created the top of your quilt. The next step is to cut your batting and lining and stack the pieces on top of each other. You will then be stitching the quilting design of your choice through all three layers of your quilt. This process is where the true art of quilting comes to life and a steady hand can create the most beautiful of designs. Quilting can be done in a variety of ways. In embroidery quilting, the quilter is using a needle and thread to create the main design or theme of the quilt versus using fabric blocks. In appliquÊ quilting, the quilter sews

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that went into creating it. You know that it was truly made from the best quality material, as this particular quilt has been passed down within your own family for generations. You may even decide to root through that old scrap pile you were thinking about tossing and consider piecing together a special quilt of your own.

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pieces fabric over the base material to create shapes and patterns. In other quilting methods, quilters will use the patterns within their selected fabrics and quilt around them or stencil their own designs. Now the pieces are sewn and the quilting is complete. The ďŹ nal step in the process is to put a binding around the edges of your quilt. The binding secures the three layers and ties your pattern together by giving your quilt a beautiful border. Hershberger hopes that the art of quilting will continue to grow and develop with newer generations. Many new techniques have been developed while many chose to stick with more traditional techniques when it comes to quilting. While you are snuggled up all warm and cozy under your favorite handme down quilt, you can have a new appreciation for the labor and care

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January Hope Weekly Livestock Auction 2, 9, Mt. When: 11:30 a.m. Where: Mt. Hope Auction Barn; 8076 SR 241, Mt. Hope 16, 23Amish and non-Amish bring their animals to market every Wednesday year round. Observers will see very old-fashioned carts and wagons and horses and buggies and going from the market. During fair weather flea market vendors sell their & 30 coming wares on the outside. A large building also provides shelter for flea market vendors and shoppers. Flea market opens at 7 a.m., Hay Auction and Produce Auction begin at 10 a.m., Livestock Sale begins at 11:30 a.m. and the Poultry Sale begins at 1 p.m. During the summer, small animals such as ducks, chickens, geese, turkeys, rabbits, etc. are sold. For more information call 330-674-6188 or visit www.mthopeauction.com.

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A Day to Remember and Beyond

When: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: The Buckeye Event Center You are cordially invited to A Day to Remember and Beyond Bridal show for an enjoyable day as we help you plan for a lifetime of love. Bring your fiancé, your mom, future mother-in-law, sisters, brides-maids and friends. Admission is free. For more information call 330-466-3884 or visit www.adaytorememberandbeyond.com

Old Christmas/Epiphany

When: Sunday, Jan. 6 Where: Amish Community (map) Visit derdutchman.wordpress.com/2009/12/17/why-do-amish-celebrate-old-christmas/ to learn more about the Amish celebration of Old Christmas.

Year of the Snake at The Wilderness Center

When: 7 p.m. Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot Join naturalist Carrie Elvey to learn how you can participate in the 2013 Year of the Snake (YOS) activities sponsored by Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC). This program will provide you with materials to present snake programs at schools, libraries, nature centers, and other venues highlighting the ecological importance of snakes and snake conservation issues. A great program for educators and youth leaders who may want to incorporate Year of the Snake activities into their curricula. This is the monthly meeting of the Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists– a short business meeting will be held after the program. Free. You’re invited! Everyone welcome! Visit www.wildernesscenter.org or call toll free at 1-877-359-5235 for more information.

11-13 Oilers Hockey Games

When: 7:45 p.m. Where: Alice Noble Arena Wooster Oilers vs. Tri City Ice Hawks. The Oilers are in their 6th season at Wooster’s Alice Noble Ice Arena with team members from the US, Canada

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Story Time: Snowflakes at The Wilderness Center

When: 1-2:30 p.m. Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot Rocks are constantly being weathered, formed, and deformed. They are constantly being recycled! Learn sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic classifications and how to generally identify rocks. Bring your own rocks to show! Free. Everyone welcome! Visit www.wildernesscenter.org or call toll free at 1-877-359-5235 for more information.

When: 11 a.m. Where: The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot Beautiful white snowflakes float down through the air. Read about snow, catch a snowflake, and take a walk in the snow. We focus on stories for 3-4 year olds,but younger and older children are welcome, if they’d be interested. Dress for the weather. Registration is optional. Free for TWC members; donation requested from nonmembers. Everyone welcome! Visit www.wildernesscenter.org or call toll free at 1-877-359-5235 for more information.

Up? Planetarium Show at The Wilderness Center 16 & What’s When: 2 p.m. The Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot 19 Where: A half-hour tour of major constellations, planets, the Moon, and other things you can see in the evening sky for the month. Optional: stay after the program to make your own star chart to use year-round. Free. Subalpine Wildflowers of High Colorado Passes Presented by Paula Lavey of the Botanizers. Free. Sun., Jan. 13, 2 p.m. Everyone welcome! Visit www.wildernesscenter.org or call toll free at 1-877-359-5235 for more information.

19-21 Classic in the Country (Berlin)

When: Sat. games start at 10 a.m.; Sun. games start at noon; Mon. games start at 10 a.m. Where: Highland High School, Berlin The Classic in the Country is a festival of basketball held over the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday weekend. It is hosted by Hiland High School, in Berlin, Ohio. The tournament has two missions, the first being to celebrate diversity in honor of both Dr. King and the former Hiland boys’ basketball coach, the late Perry Reese Jr. The second is to bring some of the best girls basketball players and teams from around the country together on the court. For more information visit www.classicinthecountry. org

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Annual Pajama Party at Country Craft Cupboard

When: 6 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Country Craft Cupboard, 4813 East main St., Berlin Always the last Saturday in January from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., 40% off! *very few exceptions!! YOU MUST BE WEARING PJ’S OR A ROBE & NIGHTIE TO GET IN THE DOOR!! NO PERSONAL BAGS, PLEASE! (You will be given a shopping bag at the door!)

Full event listing for the month can be found online at www.amish-heartland.com! AMISH HEARTLAND

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Sol’s in Berlin There’s something for everyone

STORY & PHOTOS BY CATIE NOYES • EDITOR

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hree stores make up the vast emporium that is Sol’s in Berlin. Each building is comprised of booths that crafter’s from Ohio and across the United States rent booth space and sell their goods from. From antiques to modern day items and homemade goods and crafts, Sol’s has something for everyone. Junior and Suzie Stutzman started Sol’s Exchange in 1993 with a mere 30 crafters selling their goods to the locals and tourists. Jamie Swartzentruber, daughter to Jr. and Suzie and current manager, grew up into the family business, helping around the shop. As the store began to grow, so did the need for more space to showcase additional crafters. Sol’s Palace was opened roughly one year after Sol’s

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Exchange, followed by Kit-N-Kaboodle in 2003. Now unique items and crafts are showcased from over 300 crafters. “Customers usually spend a couple of hours touring our store,” said Swartzentruber. Sol’s Exchange is the original building with its main attraction being a wide selection of snacks and food items. Dips, sauces, cheesecake mixes, dressings, BBQ rubs and salsas are sampled out daily and a large array of nuts, candies and fudge are available to choose from. Specialty teas and coffees and huge selection of local cookbooks are available to inspiring chef’s. After sampling all the fine Amish cuisine while visiting the heartland, tourists may return home with a longing for the delicious meals they enjoyed during their stay. Purchasing a cookbook “is a great way to take a piece of that home and try to duplicate what they had,” said Swartzentruber. Sol’s Palace is the largest of the three buildings with around 20,000 square feet and holds around 250 booths. The main focus of this building is to show of talented crafters locally and across the U.S. Items such as homemade jewelry, candles, dolls and primitive décor and furniture can be found among three floors and many rows of booths.

Finally, Sol’s Kit-N-Kaboodle can be accessed by a connecting hallway from the top floor of Sol’s Palace. A full inspirational room can be found on the lower level with a full selection of P. Graham Dunn artwork and products as well as personalized, laser engraved products. The upper level of the Kit-NKaboodle features handmade children’s toys, NASCAR and sports memorabilia. Swartzentruber said their most popular item has been their cornhole boards. “We have the nicest corn hole boards around. People drive three to four hours just for them.” All corn hole boards are made in-house and are customizable. This February, Sol’s will be holding their annual February Frolic sale Feb. 11-16. For the whole week, all items will be 10 percent off storewide. The store will also feature prize giveaways and free donuts on Saturday. “It’s something exciting in the winter,” said Swartzentruber. Also during this week, a new event will be taking place in Berlin call “Berlin’s Sweet on You.” Various stores throughout the town, including Sol’s, will have specials and deals to offer. If you can’t make it into their store or you have returned home from your visit to Amish country and wish that you would have purchased something you saw in the store, Sol’s offers an online catalog. However, with the massive amount of crafters found at Sol’s, you may not find everything Sol’s has to offer. If you are not able to find what you are

looking for, give Sol’s a call or send them an email at solsinberlin@gmail.com. Sol’s is always looking for new and creative crafters to sell their work in their store. If you have an interest in selling your products, stop in or give Sol’s a call and see how they can help your small business. Sol’s is located 4914 W. Main St. in downtown Berlin. Regular hours are Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sol’s offers extended hours in JuneOctober, Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.7 p.m. For more information call 330893-3100 or 330-893-3134 or visit their website at www.solsinberlin.com. Also check out their facebook page, www. facebook.com/SolsinBerlin, for event and special sale information.

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21 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

17 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

9 Boyd & Wurthmann

28 Miller’s Bakery

36 Shisler’s Cheese House

4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)

4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

55 Kidron Rd., Orrville (40.796565º -81.746371º)

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29 Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen

Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)

8101 SR 241, Fredericksburg (40.6241479º -81.7915683º)

5 Berlin Grande Hotel

13 Cricket Hill Cabins

4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)

5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)

7 Berlin Village Inn

18 Guggisberg Swiss Inn

5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)

5025 SR 557, Millersburg (40.5229551º -81.8039052º)

8 Blessings Lodge

35 Scenic Hills RV Park

5174 TR 359, Millersburg (40.5644642º -81.8078983º)

4483 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

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41 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek (40.7554854º -81.8442625º)

37 Sojourner's Lodge & Log Cabin Suites 2156 Durstine Rd., Dundee (40.6679637º -81.6913663º)

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22 Homestead Furniture

3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek (40.5451448º -81.7386129º)

8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6268459º -81.784219º)

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23 Jake's Handcrafted Oak

147 N. Main St., Orrville (40.841048º -81.764447º)

8239 TR 562, Holmesville (40.659197º -81.918054º)

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25 Kauffman Lawn Furniture

5044 CR 120, Millersburg (40.556679º -81.832382º)

4540 US 62, Millersburg (40.5690155º -81.7849802º)

6 Berlin Leather & Pets

27 Main Street Bears

4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

225 N. Main St., Navarre (40.7225129º -81.5224304º)

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30 Ole Mill Furniture

3213 SR 39, between Walnut Creek and Berlin (40.5450908º -81.7383975º)

4422 SR 557, Millersburg (40.505882º -81.78427º)

11 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm (40.506574º -81.784203º)

12 Country View Wicker 2701 SR 557, Baltic (40.841048º -81.764447º)

14 Four Corners Furniture 7000 TR 652, Millersburg (40.599304º -81.761186º)

15 Gospel Book Store 4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)

16 Green Acres Furniture 7412 Massillon Rd., Navarre (40.561738º -81.799496º)

19 Country Craft Cupboard 4813 East Main St., Berlin (40.561544º -81.795491º)

20 Harvest Moon 4972 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561797º -81.801287º)

985 W. Main St., Sugarcreek (40.5110001º -81.6529587º)

Antique Mall 4872 McKinley Place Dr., Walnut Creek (40.5404832º -81.7202957º)

44 Walnut Creek Furniture 3473 Ohio 39, Walnut Creek (40.5463267º -81.7477899º)

45 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron (40.7412134º -81.7450194º)

31 Olivesburg General Store 4778 SR 545, Ashland (40.855888º -82.318932º)

32 Packship USA 1347 N. Main St., Orrville (40.856341º -81.764703º)

33 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland (40.8768762º -82.2596821º)

34 Pine Cone Gift Shop 2877 Kidron Rd., Kidron (40.7653453º -81.7452453º)

38 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)

39 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts 2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek (40.5172712º -81.6999655º)

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21 Helping Hands Quilt Shop & Museum 4826 E. Main St., Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5615638º -81.7961283º)

17 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm) (40.5246103º -81.8043815º)

9 Boyd & Wurthmann 4819 E. Main St., Berlin (40.561531º -81.7957431º)

24 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5738493º -81.781379º)

5 Berlin Grande Hotel

13 Cricket Hill Cabins

4787 TR 336, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5594623º -81.8910436º)

5631 TR 351, Millersburg (40.5646509º -81.8497804º)

28 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (40.5308237º -81.8118837º)

40 Donna’s Premiere Lodging 5523 East Strees, Berlin

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5135 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5597161º -81.80692º)

35 Scenic Hills RV Park 4642 TR 367, Millersburg (Berlin) (40.5513798º -81.7821696º)

4 Berlin Furniture 5044 CR 120, Millersburg (40.556679º -81.832382º)

38 Sol’s Exchange 4914 W. Main St., Berlin (40.5617104º -81.7991439º)

6 Berlin Leather & Pets 4774 US Route 62, Millersburg (40.5613792º -81.7939588º)

15 Gospel Book Store 4925 West Main Street (40.7071309º -81.679855º)

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ENTERTAINING YOUR HOME Entertainment. The word has many meanings, but when nestled inside your home “entertainment” takes on a world of its own. Creating a space where the family can come together doesn’t have to seem like an impossible task. In truth, it can be quite simple. Every room in the house starts the same way – with an idea. So naturally, the first step in the process of designing your entertainment saga is to decide what you want out of it. Whether you’re looking for a theatre replica or a few small antique pieces to coordinate together, the Furniture Heartland can provide. Go all out with a wall unit, a sleek and elegant consle unit, cabinet system, wall shelving or free-floating wall shelving arrangement. Wall units take center stage for an organized look in a contemporary or classic style. For a beautifully designed piece of furniture consider a console; it saves space and you get to decorate or adorn it with colorful decorative accessories. A stylish console blends in with other room furnishings. Tall media cabinets and free-floating wall shelves are flexible, movable and stylish. You arrange how you want them to look. Use for storage, accent with decorative items such as boxes, baskets and vases. There are wood-tone finishes that compliment your decorating style. Television or movie night just goes up a few notches with an entertainment system that looks and sounds great – best of all, it is a convenient way to have fun at home. As research says, home theaters have quickly become a must-have for practically every family. From the simple family room setup to a much more elaborate stadium-seating wonder, they’re all working 26

toward the same thing. Comfort. Creating a comfortable and inviting environment will help bring all members of the family together. When it comes to the technical decisions of creating the room, there are a few things to consider: 1. Location 2. Color 3. Lighting 4. Seating If you have a room already designated for your entertainment devices, these technicalities may still apply. Adjustments, no matter how small, can make a big difference. For the larger “theatre-style” entertainment rooms your location is going to depend mainly on how much natural light the room has. A basement/den or attic/loft is ideal for entertainment rooms because natural light is limited and they provide more of a “nestled-in” feel. You should give wall and floor treatments some consideration as well. Deeper and darker colors are ideal for entertainment rooms. Stick with colors such as brown, deep red or charcoal gray. Dimmers also give a great touch and are fairly simple to install. This will allow you to set your own tone for the room, whether you’re snuggling up by yourself or entertaining a large group. Seating is very important. Take your time and select a few pieces that will be comfortable for watching movies, etc as well as a table and chairs that can be used for games, etc. There are several interior design tips online that can further help you create the ideal space you want.

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Amish Biscuts

Ingredients:

Amish Peanut Butter

*1/4 c. Marshmallow creme or fluff *1 c. light corn syrup

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*1/2 c. creamy or chunky style peanut butter, your favorite

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*2 eggs, beaten *1 c. Amish bread starter *1/4 c. vegetable oil *1/4 c. butter, melted

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In a mixing bowl, stir all the ingredients together till combined. Place in a covered container. Store in refrigerator; bring to room temperature before using, or soften in microwave. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

*1 c. all-purpose flour *1/2 tsp. baking soda *1/2 tsp. salt *2 teaspoons baking powder

In a large bowl combine flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder. In a separate bowl combine eggs, Amish Starter and oil. Mix well. Add starter to dry ingredients and mix until dough pulls away from sides of bowl. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and roll until1/2-inch thick. Using a 3-inch circle cutter or floured glass cutout biscuits and place on a lightly grease cookie sheet. Brush top of biscuits with melted butter. Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Bake in a preheated 350째F oven for 15-20 minutes.

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*2 bay leaves *1 garlic clove, minced *1/2 tsp. oregano *2 onions, sliced

Amish Pot Roast

Ingredients: *3-4 lb. beef roast (sirloin tip, rump, English cut) *1 Tbsp. oil *1/4 c. soy sauce *1 c. coffee

Directions: Sear roast in 1 Tbsp. oil on all sides in heavy Dutch oven. Pour sauce over meat. Put half of onions on meat, the other half in sauce. Cover and roast 4-5 hours at 325째F.

*1 Tbsp. sugar *1 tsp. salt *1/4 c. butter *Pepper to taste

Amish Hot Potato And Onion Salad

Ingredients: *6-8 medium potatoes *2 Tbsp. bacon drippings *1 onion, chopped fine *1/4 c. water *1/2 c. cider vinegar

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Boil the potatoes in their jackets. Drain and put back over heat to dry. Peel as hot as possible and slice, set aside and keep warm. Heat the bacon dripping, add the onion, stir until brown, pour the whole over the potatoes. Bring to a boil: the water, vinegar, sugar, salt, butter and pepper. Pour boiling hot over the potatoes and toss together lightly. Place in a warm dish. Sprinkle top with parsley.

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lma Mullet was an elderly Amish Woman who loved to quilt from her home. Her husband, Emanuel Mullet, grew tired of having quilts all over his living room and having no place to entertain any possible guests. In 1974, Emanuel suggested that Alma move her hobby into a recently vacated building of his and Alma’s hobby soon became a business. Alma was 58 years old and had raised nine children by the time her quilting shop came to life. In 1997, the public library next door was torn down and a new building was built to accommodate her growing business. Today, this remains the current location for The Helping Hands Quilt shop. In May 2011, Helping

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Hands was purchased by the Dennis Mullet family. “Alma Mullet believed in helping people by the work of her own hands,” said Viola Hershberger, manager of Helping Hands Quilt Shop. It was from this idea that the name for the shop may have originated. Alma’s friends would bring in their own quilts to sell in her shop and Alma was always excited when she could sell one of the quilts and bring her friends some income, explained Hershberger. Helping Hands has become a quilt makers paradise with over 3,000 bolts of material in stock and all the notions (tools such as rulers, sewing supplies and other quilting tools) needed to build your perfect quilt. “People love to come in if they can find the right

+HOSLQJ RWKHUV E\ WKH ZRUNV RI RQHV RZQ KDQGV« things,” said Hershberger. Helping Hands is always taking customers thoughts and comments to make sure they can provide exactly what customers want. “Fabrics are our staple,” said Hershberger. “Every quilter loves fabric. Some people like to come in just to see and touch the fabrics. They just want their fabric fix of the day.” To some it may seem they are collecting random scraps of fabric, but quilters see it as gathering pieces that they may later turn into beautiful blocks of color as part of a rainy day project. “Quilters love to hoard fabric,” said Hershberger. As many flock to the Heartland during the fall months for the changing of the leaves and to get their fill on Amish

shopping, Hershberger explains this to be her busiest time of year as well as other businesses in the area. Quilters and sewers alike visit her store to stock pile their fabric and notion collections so they are prepared when the cold weather hits and all there is to do is sit inside and sew beautiful works of art. Helping Hands also provides a large selection of pre-made quilts. “We try to keep the local community involved by selling their products,” said Hershberger. A group of Amish women also visit three times a month to work on a quilt that will either be sold in the store or is being custom built for a customer. Maybe you have taken an interest in quilting yourself but are not sure how to get started. Helping hands offers

quilting classes to get you on the right track. Even if you feel you can’t patch a hole in a sock or have never attempted to use a needle and thread, professional quilters are prepared to answer any questions and make you an expert in the field. Helping Hands has introduced some new quilting classes to accommodate a growing interest. Hershberger said they are always looking for suggestions on how to make their classes better and meet their students expectations. The “scrapping” class serves as an interesting insight into early quilting practices, where students bring scraps of material of sentimental value and piece them together much the same way early Amish and even Englishers would have. The block of the month class allows students to introduce a new block to their quilt each month and by the end of the year have a beautiful wall hanging or bedspread. Each class

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provides students with the basics of quilting and allows them to work from start to finish and create a work of art all their own. Growing up in an Amish household, Hershberger said she has always loved the art of quilting. “It’s exciting to see all the new patterns that come out,” she said. With all the new techniques that have come into play in the quilting world, Helping Hands tries to combine the old with new while still keeping the old traditions alive. Helping Hands quilt shop is a not for profit shop with profits being donated to local charities. You can find the quilt shop in the heart of Berlin located at 4818 SR 39. Winter hours are January and February, Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular hours are Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 330-893-2233 or visit www. helpinghandsquilts.com for more information.

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Cricket Hill Cabins Address: 5631 TR 351, Millersburg Phone/website: Call 330-674-1892 or visit www.crickethillcabins.com

Three private cabins nestled in the woods. Featuring a queen-sized bed in the loft, a kitchen, fireplace, gas grill, porch, outdoor fire ring and Jacuzzi for two. Three cabins feature an outdoor spa on the deck overlooking a wooded ravine. Located just three and a half miles west of Berlin. Air conditioning and heat included. No pets. Open seven days a week, year-round. Stay 2 or more nights-save $10 off per night. Follow us on Twitter or Facebook for last minute deals.

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Guggisberg Swiss Inn Address: 5025 SR 557, Millersburg Mailing: PO Box 1, Charm, Ohio 44617 Phone/website: Call 330-893-3600 or visit www.guggisbergswissinn.com

You'll see horses grazing everywhere. With an on-premise horseback riding stable, guests can enjoy a guided trail ride through some of the most beautiful countryside that Holmes County has to offer. The Inn offers 23 standard and one jacuzzi suite. All guests of the Inn are welcome to come and enjoy breakfast in the glassed in dining room. "Guggisberg Swiss Inn...where you come to stay after a busy day...and leave relaxed spiritually and physically."

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Sojourners Lodge & Log Cabin Suites Address: 2156 Durstine Rd., Dundee (15 minutes from Berlin) Phone/website: Call 330-359-5320 or visit www.sojournerslodgeohio.com

A secluded countryside retreat with luxurious cabin and lodge suites tucked away on 20 acres in Amish country! Fireplaces, Jacuzzis for two, full kitchens, spacious living rooms, gorgeous master bedrooms, Directv, Dvd, wonderful log woodworking throughout each suite and much more! Along with our beautiful suites, you can relax by our three-acre lake, stroll through our woods on our hiking trails (including a sixty-foot bridge over a ravine), unwind by our beautifully landscaped stone fire pits and courtyards!

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from one location to another in an efficient manner. ShipUSA logistics provides freight brokerage services and allows customers to lower their transportation costs by leveraging rates with core carriers, explained Auxter. Located just next door is PackShip’s sister company, Jarrett Logistics Systems Inc. making it even easier for companies to save on shipping and freight costs. Ebay users and online sellers make up another large portion of their customer base. Auxter explained how one women utilized PackShip’s expert shipping services to ship her antique lamps to customers. From antique rifles, to motorcycles and even goose eggs, Auxter explained that PackShip’s expert staff can pack and ship anything you need. “We are trying to convince people that we are a convenient stop,” said Auxter. 42

PackShip’s retail store carries packing supplies such as, envelopes, tape, foam wrap, bubble wrap, packing peanuts and all sizes of boxes at affordable rates. Their evening and weekend hours makes it easier for people to get their shipping needs done after work. Above all, Auxter enjoys the atmosphere PackShip provides its employees which is reflected in the quality of work and professionalism they can provide their customers. Auxter is proud of their high customer retention rate and their continued growth and development within the company. PackShip USA is located at 1347 N. Main Street in Orrville. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; retail hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. For more information call (800) 5480852 or visit www.packshipusa.com.

were over there for two weeks in “ We June 2007 and enjoyed every minute of

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it. We enjoyed Behalt Heritage Center, we were shown around by friends from Columbus. They sent us this book.

When we ask people what their favorite part of the Amish Heartland is, we get comments on our magazine and the places we write about. Here is what some of them have to say this month:

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-RON PAYNE, MORRISONVILLE, NEW ZEALAND

maps. They make it a lot easier to “ The find your favorite places to visit. ”

wide variety of places you include “ The in your magazine to show what there is

-LINDA DAVIS, ZANESVILLE

to do in the area. I like the pictures so we can get a feel for what they are selling and or have to offer, and of course the recipes.

” “ We come to Berlin a lot and it is nice to know about the shops and anything new. We also like the restaurants there. ”

-KERI ANDERSON, APPLE CREEK

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-FRANCES JOANN MILLER, PERRYSVILLE

All the info, attractions, stores, dining and the road maps.

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-WILLIAM FRENCH, MAGNOLIA

recipes that are offered and the “ The highlights of what is happening during the month. ”

the stores. I like to look and shop “ All around Amish towns and eat at Amish Restaurants likes Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen and Der Dutchman. ”

-W.J. SCHAFER, CALDWELL

-LYNNE TEETS, DALLAS WV

WINTER PHOTO CONTEST Amish Heartland is having a winter photo contest. For the upcoming season put your photography skills to work and capture the beauty that is only found in our Amish country. Contestants can submit up to 10 of their best photos. The deadline for the Winter Photo Contest is MARCH 1, 2013. The top three winners will be announced in the April issue of Amish Heartland. Winners will receive a 6-month subscription to Amish Heartland and a gift from one of our local retailers. Send photos to Amish Heartland, 212 E. Liberty St., Wooster or via e-mail to AMISH HEARTLAND 43 cnoyes@the-daily-record.com.

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