National Gunpowder Day

National Gunpowder Day? Yup, otherwise known as Guy Fawkes Day. So what does it mean? Well, in 1603, King James I took the throne in England. An avid Protestant, he began persecuting Catholics in the country. He forbid Catholics from practicing their religion, and punished Catholics who did not convert to the Protestant church.

The Gunpowder Conspirators were a group of Catholics who sought to take action against the king. They plotted to blow up the British Houses of Parliament. They planned to do so, when the king and his supporters were in the buildings. Their plot was uncovered on November 5, 1605. Thirty six barrels of gunpowder were found in the basement of Parliament. Guy Fawkes, the leader of the conspiracy, was arrested and tortured until he confessed. He was arrested just as he was about to ignite the gunpowder.

So how do you celebrate Gunpowder Day?  How about with fireworks and bonfires or how about some amazing handmade treasures made with gunpowder in mind?

Pistol Scrapbook Diecuts

From the talented hands of MyGrandpasPen comes this darling Die Cuts that are just waiting to be used in your next scrapbook or handmade card project.  Not into pistols?  Not a problem, this shop is loaded with darling cuts and images that are sure to get your imagination revved up.

Steampunk jewelry bullet pendant

Want an amazingly classy way to show off your love of steampunks or bullets or both?  Steampunk Arcade has got you covered with this beautiful necklace made from a bullet shell.  Each piece in this shop is more fun than the next!

Pistol Pendant With Long Chain

Simple in design but big in impact!  This laser cut piece is sure to get you noticed.  From the talented designs of Baronyka, each item in this shop is sure to amaze whether you are looking for fun and funky or elegant and classy.

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