LUCKY GRITTY HEX 12" Round Circle Wood Sign featuring the Amish Pennsylvania Dutch Barn, Gritty Flyers Mascot, and Soft Pretzel. Perfect fan gift for Philadelphia sports enthusiasts, adding a touch of rustic charm to any space. Relevant for sports fans, Philadelphia locals, and anyone who loves unique decor. Ideal for gifting during sports seasons, birthdays, and housewarmings.
**Lucky Gritty Design**
The original "Lucky Gritty" hex design is based on the traditional Irish hex design. The flowers have morphed into upside down Gritty heads.
**About Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Signs**
The Pennsylvania Dutch, or Pennsylvania Germans, are descendants of German-speaking immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania during the 17th and 18th centuries. The term "Dutch" is a corruption of "Deutsch," meaning "German."
A particularly distinctive aspect of their culture is the use of hex signs, which appeared in the early 19th century. Hex signs are colorful, circular designs painted on barns throughout rural Pennsylvania. They feature geometric patterns, stars, tulips, hearts, and other symbols. Interpretations of hex signs vary widely—some believe they have protective or magical properties, meant to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. Others see them as purely decorative, celebrating artistic expression and pride in heritage.
Hex signs became especially popular in the 20th century as tourism to Amish country grew, becoming a symbol of Pennsylvania Dutch identity and artistry. Today, they are seen on barns, souvenirs, and folk art, representing a blend of tradition, creativity, and regional pride that endures even as other aspects of Pennsylvania Dutch culture evolve.
**About Potato Roll, the Artist**
Potato Roll, born Ezekiel Stoltzfus, is an unlikely legend in the underground world of Amish street art. Raised in the serene farmlands of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Ezekiel seemed destined for a quiet life of barn-raising and buggy rides. But from a young age, he showed a rebellious streak that couldn't be tamed—especially when he started doodling on the family barn with homemade beetroot ink.
As a teenager, Potato Roll refined his craft, blending traditional Amish designs with his own unique, subversive twist. His works include “Horsepower”—a piece that depicts a buggy doing a burnout—and “Hexed and Flexed,” a neon-colored hex sign with intricate, swirling designs. He became famous for secretly tagging local barns with messages like “Thou Shalt Chill” and “Live, Laugh, Lederhosen.”
Potato Roll's fame grew beyond the Amish community when tourists discovered his work and began circulating pictures of his murals online. His stylized, barn-sized murals began to attract visitors from all over, much to the confusion of his conservative neighbors. Some accuse him of straying too far from tradition, but he insists his art is a form of “barnyard expressionism.”
Now, Potato Roll spends his nights dodging buggies, painting barns, and leaving cryptic signatures, like a stencil of a grinning potato. He’s still banned from most quilting bees, but his work has become a cherished—if unconventional—part of Amish art.
**Product features**
- Made from Baltic birch wood
- Printed with UV printing technology
- Hook hanger and jute twine string included
- 12" diameter
- Adds rustic charm to any space
Care instructions
- Wipe the dust off gently with a soft, dry cloth.