Forget the usual gifts – these ‘outside the box’ options will show your loved ones that you really put some thought into their presents!
The Wine Opener: Sparkle and Sip Gift Set – €65
This is the ultimate gift set for those who are partial to a glass of wine or bubbles and want the experience to last. Available in gold or chrome, the set includes the Wine Keeper for keeping wine bottles air tight for up to ten days, the Pop-Stop which preserves bubbly bottles for just as long and a chic wine cooler sleeve which comes in burgundy and keeps bottles chilled for the perfect pour. Cheers to that!
The Cleaning Company: Window Cleaning Subscription – From €40
Before you dismiss this as ‘not Christmassy’, think about how thrilled you’d be if you got this gift! A standard subscription package may include a 6 or 12 weekly window clean, with your gutters and fascia and soffits cleaned annually. You don’t even need to be at home – the very definition of a ‘hassle-free’ service!
Envious Styling: Envi Band – €24.99
Instead of buying new clothes this Christmas, why not get an accessory that will help you revamp your current wardrobe? The Envi Band is an elasticated “tucking band” that will become the ultimate tool for reshaping, cropping and finding your perfect waistline.
Born & Bred: “Wee Dote” Mini Mug – €11.95
If there’s a little one in your life who likes to have their own things, this is perfect mug for them. The mini mug is great for hot drinks and cold drinks with the added bonus of being super cute.
Sarah McKenna Ceramics: Framed ‘Follow your own Path’ Tile – €110
This is a great gift for someone who has just started secondary school or college, or perhaps is making a big career move or other life change. It’s a keepsake for the wanderers in our life, the perfect reminder that wherever they go, they will always find their way to where they are meant to be!
The Yoga Tree: Designer Yoga Mat – €99
The Yoga Tree, an innovative yoga brand founded by Cork-based instructor Hazel Buckley, has launched a series of yoga mats described as ‘where art meets movement.’ Crafted with care and precision, these mats were refined through nearly a year of research and feedback from Hazel’s student focus group and the result is a mat that perfectly balances comfort, durability, and style. Ideal for anyone taking up yoga in the New Year!
Irish Heritage Trust Gift Card – From €25
Give the gift of great days out for 2025 with an Irish Heritage Trust membership or gift card! Take the time to discover a world of history, culture and the many stories of Johnstown Castle and other Irish Heritage Trust properties, with unlimited access to Johnstown Castle & Agricultural Museum, Strokestown Park & National Famine Museum as well as Fota House and its Arboretum & Gardens.
Kopper Kreation: DIY Bottle Lamp Making Kits – From €50
Unleash your inner designer with Kopper Kreation’s Bottle Lamp Making Kits. Starting at €50, choose from a variety of cable colours, bulb holders, and bulbs to transform your favourite bottle into a unique lamp – all with easy-to-follow instructions delivered right to your inbox.
Foot Solutions: The gift of happy feet!
Why not give the gift of happy healthy feet this Christmas with a Foot Solutions gift card? Your loved one can get their feet assessed and choose from a range of supportive and quality shoes and runners, precision tailored orthotics and arch supports. Available at seven stores around the country.
7th Heaven: Chakra Gemstone Drop Earrings – €85
7th Heaven is an Irish jewellery and gifting brand that connects customers to the spiritual world through beautifully crafted jewellery and angel wrap scarves. Each piece is thoughtfully designed, drawing inspiration from the protective and symbolic energies of the 7 Archangels as well as the 7 Chakras. These pieces carry deep spiritual significance, offering wearers a sense of guidance, protection, and positive energy.
Irish Cancer Society: Limited Edition Christmas Ornament – €15
A festive ornament perfect for cherishing a memory of a loved one on a Christmas tree or all year long. The ornament can be personalised with a favourite photo of family or friends. By donating to the Irish Cancer Society this festive season, you are helping to transform the lives of families affected by cancer across Ireland. Your generosity goes towards its Support Line, free counselling, lifts to treatment, ground-breaking cancer research and so much more.
Oyster Tales: Christmas Crib Gilded Oyster – €19 (sale price)
Looking for something truly unique for your home? This is a beautiful hand-decorated gilded edge Oyster shell ornament from Galway Bay. It depicts a Christmas Nativity Scene and can be hung or displayed on a sideboard/table.
Barberstown Castle Hotel Festive Afternoon Tea – €45 (€55 with Prosecco)
Treat someone special to an unforgettable afternoon at Barberstown Castle Hotel with their luxurious afternoon tea experience. Nestled in the stunning surroundings of a 13th-century castle, guests can indulge in a selection of freshly baked scones, decadent pastries and delicate finger sandwiches, all paired with a wide variety of fine teas or freshly brewed coffee.
