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Butter Churn

 


 

 

 

Butter Churn
The cream was poured into the churn which was then rotated using the side handle. Visitors who called to the house while butter was being made were expected to take a turn at churning. There were many piseógs (charms and spells) associated with buttermaking. It was widely
believed that the butter could be stolen by a local 'hag' using magic, especially during the month of May.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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