QVC goes Irish for St. Patty's Day

WEST CHESTER, Pa. -- St. Patrick's Day is here, and QVC is celebrating with 24 hours of Irish programming that will feature an extensive assortment of authentic Irish goods, many of which were created especially for QVC.

During the event, which began at 12 a.m. EST March 17, QVC will offer jewelery, fashion, home decor and othe products from Ireland-based brands.The world-renowned singing group Celtic Thunder is also scheduled to perform several times throughout the broadcast, the company reported.

This year, the lineup of new products is scheduled to include the first-ever three-set perfume sampler from international fragrance house, Fragrances of Ireland, as well as pieces from Belleek that are exclusive to QVC. New merchandise from Boyne Valley Weavers, Tipperary Crystal, Waterford, Bewley's Tea and Coffee Company, and Connemara Marble, to name a few, are also scheduled to launch during QVC's Annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration.