Home is where the Heart is Large Framed Turf
Designed and made in County Westmeath, Ireland.
Handcrafted in the heart of Ireland, this premium 10x10 framed art piece features a miniature house and heart sculpted from genuine, thousands-of-years-old...
- Handcrafted in County Westmeath, Ireland by Bog Buddies
- Carved from genuine, raw Irish peat turf from Midlands bogs
- Features a beautifully sculpted miniature house and heart symbolising home
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Ships to Ireland and Northern Ireland only
Home is where the Heart is Large Framed Turf
€65.00
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Description
Why you'll love it
- Handcrafted in County Westmeath, Ireland by Bog Buddies
- Carved from genuine, raw Irish peat turf from Midlands bogs
- Features a beautifully sculpted miniature house and heart symbolising home
- Set on a premium double cream mount within a dark wood frame under glass
- Optional bespoke handwritten personalization available at no extra charge
Perfect for
- Traditional Irish Housewarming Gifts
- Unique Irish Wedding or Engagement Keepsakes
- Homecoming or Farewell Gifts for Friends and Family
- Adult Children celebrating Parents' Anniversary
- A Physical Piece of the Homeland for Irish Diaspora
Welcome a physical piece of Ireland's ancient landscape into your home. Hand-sculpted by the artisans at Bog Buddies in County Westmeath, this premium framed keepsake showcases a miniature house and heart meticulously shaped from genuine, deep-bog Irish peat turf. Set against a soft cream mount, it beautifully captures the classic Irish sentiment, 'Home is where the Heart is.'
For centuries, the turf fire has been the very soul of the traditional Irish household—a place where families gathered to share stories, music, and tea. This organic art piece keeps that warm spirit alive. Each house and heart is shaped from peat harvested from local Midlands bogs, meaning no two pieces are ever identical, giving you a completely unique, textured slice of Irish history. The piece is elegantly presented in a dark-wash wooden frame under protective glass, making it highly versatile for hanging or free-standing display.
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Whether you are celebrating a housewarming, a wedding, an engagement, a family homecoming, or a farewell, this authentic turf carving serves as a deeply meaningful heirloom. To make your gift even more intimate, an artisan can hand-ink a personalized message, names, or a special date directly onto the mount board. This premium keepsake is a lasting reminder of connection, heritage, and the comfort of the Irish hearth.
Story & Significance
Irish peat turf is dried organic matter from ancient boglands that have blanketed the Midlands of Ireland for over 5,000 years. Once cut by hand with a traditional slane and stacked in small 'footings' to dry under the summer sun, turf was the primary fuel used to heat rural Irish homes through long Atlantic winters.
For generations of Irish families and the global diaspora, the distinctive aroma of a turf fire is immediately evocative of comfort, hospitality, and homecoming. In a modern home, this Bog Buddies carving represents more than just decor; it represents a tangible connection to Irish soil, the heritage of the traditional hearth, and the timeless beauty of Ireland's wild bog landscapes.
Details & Specs
Key facts
- Maker
- Bog Buddies
- Category
- Frames, Plaques & Keepsakes
- Made in
- County Westmeath
- Materials
- Genuine deep-bog Irish peat turf, dark wood frame, premium cream mount board, protective gallery glass
- Dimensions
- 30.5 x 30.5 x 6 cm (12 x 12 x 2.4 in)
- Weight
- 1200g
- Country of origin
- Ireland
- Care
- Keep dry and wipe the frame occasionally with a soft, lint-free cloth.
- What's included
- Framed turf art piece, protective gift box packaging
Personalisation
Personalisation is available for this item. Complete the fields in the buy area.
Fields requested on this product:
- Personalised wording for mount (optional)
How it is personalised: Optional wording is handwritten on the mount using an art pencil and replaces the standard wording. Maximum 55 characters.
Max 55 characters.
Shipping & delivery
This item ships to Ireland and Northern Ireland only.
Shipping rates are calculated at checkout. Free shipping on orders over EUR75 (Ireland and Northern Ireland).
Full delivery and aftercare terms are in our returns and refunds policy.
Personalised pieces are made to order; exchanges apply only if faulty.
FAQs
Where do you ship this item?
This item currently ships to Ireland and Northern Ireland only.
How long does it take to dispatch?
Allow around 5 business days for processing before dispatch.
Can I personalise it?
Yes. Optional wording is handwritten on the mount using an art pencil and replaces the standard wording. Maximum 55 characters.
Can I add a personalized message to the frame?
Yes, absolutely! An artisan can handwrite a custom message, family name, new address, or date in elegant script directly onto the cream mount board at no additional charge. Simply enter your desired text (up to 55 characters) in the personalization box.
Is the turf used in this product real?
Yes. Every Bog Buddies carving is shaped from genuine, authentic Irish peat turf harvested from bogs in the Midlands of Ireland. The turf has been dried and sealed to preserve its natural organic texture.
Where is this product made?
This piece is handcrafted in County Westmeath, right in the heart of Ireland, in the workshop of Bog Buddies.
Does the frame include a stand?
The frame is designed for versatile display: it includes both a sturdy fold-out easel stand on the back for tables, shelves, or mantels, and an integrated hanger for wall mounting.
Reviews
fionamariek
I absolutely love this. Just beautiful.
Paula McKeag
We purchased “Home is where the heart is” as a wedding gift for our friends in Turkey as they wanted a gift from home from us and this is absolutely perfect, thank you so much for this beautiful gift, it is a gift that will be treasured
Helen
I just wanted to thank you for my “bog buddies” frame which arrived today! Delighted you added the full “nīl aon tinteán”…. for me! I will be bringing it to Rome with me as a present for our family over there who we are visiting. They will treasure it – thank you so much,
Johnny Argue
First purchase,and delighted with it.Very well made and now gone to America.Will be back for more
Totally Irish Gifts
This is just the perfect gift for my nephew’s new home, it went down a treat. Thank you!
Meet the maker
Crafted by Bog Buddies.
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