Need some Christmas inspiration? Here's our Irish small business gift guide

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Why not support Irish small businesses this year?

From stunning art and design pieces to eco-friendly children's toys, luxurious skincare and even treats for your furry friends, our Irish gift guide has something for everyone.

Dive in, explore each unique category and find heartfelt presents that’ll make your loved ones feel extra special this season.

Art and design

Dollybirds Art

Got a nature lover in the family? Dollybirds Art creates hand-painted prints for nature lovers. It recently launched a collection of seaweed prints inspired by summer swims in the crystal clear waters of the Donegal coastline. (Website)

JANDO

JANDO has some fantastic architectural-themed prints with vibrant colours from plant-based inks. All Irish-made, using local suppliers.

And if you'd like to capture a special occasion, JANDO's custom-made Soundwaves uses QR code technology to display moments from celebrations like wedding vows, a song that means the most or even a baby's heartbeat. (Website)

SIAR Photography

Why not gift an image of Ireland? SIAR Photography is a range of contemporary prints of Ireland – you can choose from 130 original photographs.

The company also offers greeting cards, notebooks, postcards and an annual calendar. It's even collaborated with a local candle producer to create a candle with a scent inspired by the Irish beach and coastline. (Website)

Whacko Chacko

If spreading joy with a sprinkling of self-confidence is your bag, you should definitely check out Whacko Chacko's books and prints. With books like 'Everybody Feels Fear', this website is a wonder of positivity and bold colours. We want one of everything please! (Website)

Beauty and cosmetics

Esker Fields

A range of natural skincare products inspired by nature and made with love. If you're looking to give the gift of a beautiful scent and moisture, check out the company's popular hand creams and foot creams. There are also plenty of gift set ideas too. (Website)

Sebastian Marks

How about giving the gift of fabulous hair? Ronan has launched his very own line of hair brushes for blow-drying and detangling. There are also lots of beautiful products to help get those locks silky smooth. If you can't decide, just grab a gift voucher. (Website)

6xty Skincare

6xty Skincare offers natural, small-batch skincare crafted with organic, sustainably sourced ingredients for anyone going through menopause. Each product is carefully made in Ireland to nourish and protect all skin types.

With a focus on eco-friendly packaging, 6xty Skincare makes it easy to give the gift of thoughtful, high-quality skincare this Christmas. (Website)

Children's gifts

Jiminy Eco Toys

This Irish eco toy store is a hot favourite with those looking for sustainable toy options for kids.

With over 750 gifts to choose from, you're sure to find something to gift the littles on your Christmas shopping list. And a purchase from this store comes with a feel-good factor too! (Website)

The Wonky Woolins

Early-stage children's toys and baby gifts, all hand-made. These beautifully crafted animals are the perfect gift for a new baby or a child with a birthday coming up. (Website)

Fashion

Due South Clothing

If cool-looking clothing is what you seek, it doesn't come much cooler than 'Irish landmarks by minimalist illustration' on an organic cotton T-shirt. Due South Clothing has some fabulous pieces and we want five of everything. (Website)

Huggie

Send your loved ones Huggies – all-weather oversized parkas. They come in four different colours and three sizes.

These large coats are sure to keep out the cold and provide a little shelter for changing – perhaps after a sea swim, for example… (Instagram)

LATE 2N

This unisex fashion brand based in Tipperary has some pretty loud prints on its site. So bold and bright is what you desire, this might be the ticket.

The company sells mainly streetwear clothing, with its most popular products being T-shirts, hoodies and headwear. (Website)

Native Denims

Custom-made, made-to-measure jeans from raw denim – who doesn't want to sign up for a pair of these?

This Dublin company can also provide gift cards so you don't have to awkwardly take measurements of your loved one when they're not looking! (Website)

Taylor Yates

This handbags, ladies' accessories and clothing brand gives back to the environment by planting a tree for every order. And its charity commitments include providing women with opportunities and choices. (Website)

Food and drink

Foxes Bow Whiskey

Have any whiskey lovers on your Christmas list? Get them their favourite Christmas tipple from Foxes Bow Whiskey. This blended whiskey won a gold medal at the Irish Whiskey Awards, so what more need we say? (Website)

Iconic Biscuits

Fancy gifting some delicious Northern Irish shortbread? Get yourself onto the Iconic Biscuits website. And the company's mini packs of beer-iced biscuits will also put you top of someone's Christmas card list! (Website)

KooKee

KooKee manufactures award-winning cookies and cookie products if you're looking for a sweet treat. The company also has bake-at-home dry mixes, and its gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan products are very popular. (Website)

Listoke Distillery

Fancy an Irish G&T? This family distillery creates craft gins, vodkas and whiskeys, and it even has Ireland's first gin school.

So, if you know someone who would love to learn about gin, this could be a great gift for them. Wouldn't mind tucking into the Listoke 1777 hamper when we're finished writing this Christmas list! (Website)

Handmade items and unique gifts

AmorA Gifts & Jewellery

This gift shop really is a treasure trove of Irish art, children's clothes, ladies' jewellery, leather goods, Irish candles and soaps. There's even a lovely pair of shiny boxer shorts in the men's gifts section. Whoever you're buying for, you're sure to find something a bit different. (Website)

Button Studio

Speaking of treasure troves, the Button Studio website is such a wonderful spectacle, even Ariel would be impressed!

It makes beautiful unique handmade framed art and jewellery from reclaimed buttons and clear high-grade resin – turning ordinary everyday objects into eye-catching pieces. (Website)

Klokbox

The gift of ever-lasting memories. This is a lovely free gift to introduce a loved one to. Klokbox creates digital time capsules for storing all the memories, voice notes, images and important details you'd like your loved ones to know when you pass.

Each unique (digital) capsule is sent on to your loved ones so they have the lasting memories you stored just for them. (Website)

Narcissips

Give the gift of a reusable bottle or coffee tumbler. Narcissips also does wholesale orders and customised products for clubs, societies and businesses. (Website)

Parade Handmade

If creative and quirky Irish handmade gifts (mostly from the West of Ireland) are what you seek, this website is a treasure trove. Feast your eyes on fashion, jewellery, art and cards by a small collection of creative micro businesses. (Website)

SIX0SIX Design

If you have a creative literary lover in your life, this is the online shop window you should be peering into. SIX0SIX Design makes literary gifts and map keepsakes – all designed and handmade in Ireland. (Website)

This is You

Give the gift of memories, with a This is You memory journal. Specialising in quality gifts for homeowners and families, the This is You collection also includes milestone cards, a wedding journal and a This is You Christmas Memory Journal. (Website)

Health and wellbeing

I Am Self-Care

If aromatherapy is your thing, you could do a lot worse than this brand. Based in Donegal, I Am Self-Care's products are handmade in small batches using organic, vegan ingredients and pure essential oils, and has a lovely selection of lotion bars, roller oils, pillow mists, room diffusers and more. (Website)

Magnetic Mobility

The gift of pain-free movement – well, sort of. Magnetic Mobility sells stylish bespoke magnetic jewellery for people suffering from arthritis, back pain, migraines, fibromyalgia and similar. Its 4-in-1 magnetic bracelets may also relieve some of the symptoms of menopause. (Website)

Milk Bath

What kinder gift to give than a soothing bath soak?Milk Bath has some lovely relaxing luxury bathing products and even a Milk Bath Self Care Selection Box. (Website)

Sea Green Health

Give the gift of green powder. But not just any green powder: this is marine microalgae green powder. Sea Green Health add the powder to its health supplements to support immunity, gut health, inner beauty and general health. (Website)

Soak

Sleep and relaxation is such a precious commodity, who wouldn't love the gift of more? Irish wellness brand Soak helps you with relaxation, mood, sleep and stress, so why not gift someone some Atlantic sea salt and Irish seaweed goodness? (Website)

Pets and pet care

HundDog Boutique

Looking for a gift for your dog? You've come to the right place. HundDog Boutique specialises in natural dog treats, toys and other accessories.

There are plenty of gift options to choose from, including a lovely plush ice skating T-Rex. Why are dog gifts so satisfying to scroll through? (Website)

Stationery

Pawpear

If it's bold and bright you're after, here's another Irish business you should check out. Pawpear creates stationery that celebrates vivid colour, bold design and the Irish language – and it uses only Irish suppliers. Find greeting cards, recipe cards, notecards and more. (Website)

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