We’re all eager for 2020 to end and those of us who celebrate Christmas are hoping we can make it a joyful, magical end to an extremely difficult year. The special men in your life, be they your father, uncles, brothers, boyfriend, or husband, no doubt deserve a real treat. But what? If he celebrates his Celtic roots or in general just loves Ireland and all things Irish, you have some great Irish gift options with IrishShop.com. Our aim this festive season is to make Irish gift giving that bit easier for you. Order with us and let us send you a small piece of Ireland to your home thi ..read more

Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are Irish Shop and we sell the finest Irish Jewelry, Celtic Wedding Rings, Clothing and Gifts, and much more from Ireland. Would you believe we have over 2000 unique products for you to look at? You could say we are the ultimate source for everything Irish! At Irish Shop, our aim is to celebrate and promote all things Irish Jewelry, Ireland, and the best of our culture, history, and long-standing traditions. Ireland is a small country but it stretches far beyond our coastline and far beyond our near five million population. Even if you can’t make it to Irela ..read more

It isn’t exactly Aran knitwear weather yet, but Taylor Swift is making it hard to wait! She shines a light on Aran knitting with her song Cardigan and related merchandise and her photoshoot wearing a gorgeous Aran sweater. And it is inspiring a wave of love for this classic Irish style. While the iconic cream color pullover is a wardrobe essential, it isn’t the only way to rock any Aran knitwear. You can enjoy the design with a whole range of less wintery Irish gifts as well as some warm accessories to embrace when the temperature dips. The essence of Aran knitwear and knitting is bl ..read more

Whether you are looking for something to bring some Celtic style to the colder months or need to find some amazing Irish gifts for her for Christmas, nothing makes braving the cold as stylish as a Celtic cloak or cape. Our ancestors did not spend their time in heated cars. They had to face the elements, and they found a way to do it beautifully and comfortably. From the early medieval period, they wore long, warm cloaks, and they fastened them with ornate metal brooches. This is an age when we are more aware of the dangers of fast fashion and the need to make  sustainable choices when sho ..read more

Traditional Aran knit sweaters are enduring Irish gifts. They are both practical and beautiful, as well as being clearly Celtic. The intricate patterns that made them famous were developed by the knitters of the Aran Islands. Fishermen throughout the North Atlantic wore similar, sturdy, warm sweaters to protect them from the elements at sea. But in the Aran Islands, a particular artistry developed. On the pragmatic level, it was important that whatever fishermen wore to sea was warm and insulated them. Aran sweaters are made with wool, which was the most water-resistant type material around lo ..read more

Living on a cold, damp island gives people an appreciation of cozy warm textiles.  The Irish have been battling the elements forever, so we’ve got a good idea of how to stay warm when the wind and rain are raging outside.  Long before today’s high function, weather-proof clothing technology, the Irish developed techniques for weaving and knitting to create clothing that protected from the cold, wind and rain.  These textiles and garments have lived on because first, they work and second, they are gorgeous. Irish textiles have more character than today’s sleek outdoor gear.  ..read more

The season for wearing cozy Irish knits is upon us! Aran knit sweaters and accessories have been popular Irish gifts and souvenirs for generations.  From classic to contemporary, there are Irish knits for everyone of every age. Let us count the reasons why we love Aran Sweaters & Cardigans so much? They are cozy warm on a cold day.  It’s like wearing a blanket, but it looks a billion times better.  Those complex Aran patterns also make for great insulation. Merino wool is the ultimate protection for the elements on a damp, blustery day.  Keeps sheep and human ..read more

What is it about sheep and Ireland?  We have a huge variety of other animals here, from beautiful wild creatures such as foxes and deer to other barnyard buddies such as cows and pigs.  Once upon a time, Irish coins featured a variety of animals including a sow with piglets, different birds, a hare, an Irish wolfhound, a bull, a horse and even a salmon.  All of these creatures are as representative of Irish mythology and life as sheep, some clearly more so.  The Salmon of Wisdom.  The Cattle Raid of Cooley, aka Tain Bo Cualnge.  Yet when you look at Irish gifts, y ..read more

All About Aran Clothing and Knitwear – Part One Aran Clothing and Knitwear and therefore Aran knitting is probably the craft most associated with Ireland, and Aran sweaters, both cardigans, and jumpers are popular and practical Irish gifts. These thick, sturdy sweaters are traditionally knit from undyed, natural wool with a variety of elaborate cable stitches. Originally, the wool used retained its natural lanolin, which increased its water resistance, but now the lanolin is usually removed from the wool as they are more loved for their appearance than function. They are cozy and warm and make ..read more

  Before the Euro came in, Irish coins featured a range of animals.  Older Irish coins featured the bull, the pig and the horse.  Bus Eireann, the national bus service, uses an Irish setter in its logo.  The post office, An Post, has featured a range of Irish birds.  One Irish animal is beloved by visitors and a treasured feature of the rolling green fields, but is generally overlooked by officialdom as a national symbol.  What would the Irish landscape be without sheep?  What would we do without wool?  When you stop and think of how many beloved Irish g ..read more