Hi Everyone and welcome to my Ultimate Irish Christmas Gift Guide 2020. Time to start making those lists and checking them twice! It seems everyone is getting their shopping done a little earlier this year and we’re here to help with some great Irish gift ideas! So read on for my top 10 picks from The Irish Store Collection and send a little piece of Ireland, directly to their door this festive season.
Lulu’s Top 10 Irish Christmas Gifts
1. Hooded Aran Zipper Coat
I’m starting with our number one best selling Aran cardigan for her– the perfect gift for moms. daughters, aunts, sisters and BFFs everywhere! The wool is soft merino and there’s no less than 7 color choices including new collection additions damson and very stylish black (pictured). I got a black one myself and I haven’t stopped wearing it as the days turn chillier. It was the perfect keep warm layer on my recent trip to windswept Malin Head in the wilds of County Donegal.
2. Connemara Marble Round Celtic Pendant
Next up it’s another gorgeous gift idea for her and one of my favorite Celtic jewelry pieces from our Winter 2020 Collection. A beautifully crafted Connemara Marble pendant featuring Celtic knot designs surrounding polished discs of Ireland’s ancient gemstone. There’s also earrings to match.
3. Traditional Aran Sweater
Treat him to a classic Aran sweater this Christmas with our 5 star customer favorite. Featuring the lucky honeycomb stitch in the main body in a timeless crew neck design. Available in 11 gorgeous colors so you’re bound to find one he’ll love!
4. Kids Crew Neck Aran Sweater
Why not make it a mini-me Christmas with this adorable matching sweater for the little ones! It comes in gorgeous green or classic cream and is beautifully crafted from soft and easy to wear merino. What could make a better gift from Ireland than their very first Aran sweater!
5. Mc Nutt Lambswool Check Throw
Who doesn’t love a soft and cozy blanket, especially when it comes from the looms of the renowned Mc Nutt of Donegal? The lambswool yarn is just irresistible and the design perfectly combines a traditional plaid design with a vibrant modern color palette.
6. Fringed Sheep Scarf
Scarves are always popular Christmas gifts and this one is proving to be one of the greatest hits of the Winter 2020 Collection. It comes from the one and only Hourihan of Dublin and features a super cute sheep design.
7. Multi Colored Trinity Cap
Another new addition from the Winter Collection and the perfect gift for him. All our flat cap collection comes from the wonderful weavers at Mucros in County Kerry. Beautifully made from the finest pure wool and fully lined. This one comes in a stylish multi-colored Gray/Blue/Orange check.
8. Galway Crystal Shamrock Latte Glasses
Perfect for your morning latte or a warming Irish coffee during the festive season. Sip in style from the finest Irish Crystal. Featuring an embossed Trinity knot and shamrock design! Sláinte!
9. Cashel Aran Zipper Cardigan
He’ll be stepping out in true Irish style in this beautifully crafted Aran cardigan. Made from luxuriously soft merino wool, it features exquisite Aran stitch patterns and a stylish tan leather zipper. And remember, it’s exclusive to The Irish Store so you won’t find it anywhere else!
10. The Malone Aran Cardigan
My final pick is another new collection favorite for her and it’s another exclusive design for The Irish Store. The Malone Aran cardigan features beautifully detailed cable and basket stitches. Beautifully crafted from easy to wear merino wool with traditional football buttons. Available in green, cream or navy.
Well, there’s my top 10. I hope it’s given you some inspiration for those festive gift lists. Shop our full collection of Irish gifts and find the perfect little piece of Ireland for all the family!
Take care of yourselves and each other,
Slán go fóill!
Lulu