Holiday Gift Guide 2019
It's never too early to start getting into the Christmas shopping spirit.
Now is the time to start planning out your Christmas gift ideas. And while it's nice to know that express shipping exists, you don’t want to rely on that as your only gifting strategy. Better to plan ahead, then relax and enjoy the Christmas build up knowing everyone on your list is taken care of!
These 10 Christmas gift ideas are guaranteed to make anyone's holiday special. From hand-made Irish gifts to the latest trends you won’t need to look anywhere else for the perfect present. Just call us Santa!
1. Sally Caulwell
Dublin based illustrator, designer and Irish mom Sally Caulwell tops our list with her beautiful limited edition giclee prints. She plays with the geometry in nature — counting stamens and petals, looking for repetition and pattern. Irish Hedgerow print €85.
www.sallycaulwell.com/shop
2. Copperfish
Copperfish Lighting Company create beautiful lighting from salvaged and storm-fallen timber, selected for its character and provenance. The beauty of materials and the elegance of forms and components give each lamp a sculptural presence that brings texture and warmth to interior spaces. Dock Table Lamp €250.
www.copperfish.ie
3. Foxford Woollen Mills
Something warm. Foxford Woollen Mills in the heart of Co. Mayo have created luxurious throws for over a century. Their modern collection continues to inspire and delight. Giant Herringbone Throw Yellow €120.
www.foxfordwoollenmills.com
4. Rawsaol
A gift to last! Rawsaol create products that are honest, functional pieces of precision craft that are made to last! This raw steel candle holder starts as a two-dimensional shape, when crossed with another, it becomes a three-dimensional object. The raw finish allows the steel to develop a beautiful patina that matures in character as it ages. Place them on your kitchen table or group with single candle holders to create an ambient atmosphere. Candle Holder €64.
www.rawsaol.com
5. Cooper Handcrafted Furniture
Scandinavian design meets Irish craftsmanship in north Monaghan. Ciaran Cooper’s great-grandfather was a cooper by name and trade. Growing up next to his family sawmill in Co. Monaghan, Ciaran couldn’t help but develop a feeling for wood and joinery. Oak stool €165.
www.cooperfurniture.ie
6. Arran East Street
Coffee lovers will love this!!! Perfect to start your Christmas morning. Espresso pots €15. Arran East Street create simple, functional and beautiful objects in the heart of Dublin. Irish made, hand-thrown geometric pottery.
www.arranstreeteast.ie
7. Helen Steele Artist
Check out the gallery of the award winning artist Helen Steele. She has combined her mastery of her craft and the use of colour theory to create a unique style of wearable art in luxurious fabrics and signature prints. €€€
www.helensteele.com
8. Brookfield Farm
From farm to home, Brookfield Farm creates sustainable farming produces from wildflower honey, minimally processed. “We value the relationship between farmer and consumer, and want to deliver our artisan produced products direct from our farm to your kitchen.” Bee hive handmade cherrywood gift box €69
www.brookfield.farm
9. Hanna Van Elst
Contemporary willow artist & basket maker Hanna Van Elst creates beautiful handmade willow wreath. These minimal works of art will bring a warm welcome to your Christmas visitors. €50
www.hannavanaelst.com/product/wreath/
10. Painted Clans
Hand painted Personalised Family Coat of Arms with a modern twist, framed in reclaimed maple wooden floorboard frames. Perfect for those into their family history. Double coat of arms. €175
www.paintedclans.com