Irish & Welsh Items

High Crosses can reach heights of four metres and the classic ring at the top is said to be a symbol of eternity. Dating from the 9th century, Celtic crosses are usually carved of sandstone or granite and indicate a holy place.

Symbolising immortality, the colourful peacock was a significant subject in ancient Celtic art and the 'eyes' in the peacock's elaborate tail were thought to endow the bird with the gift of foresight.

Capacity 380ml/13fl oz

This bone china mug depicts a famous Welsh saying in the style of 9th century ancient Celtic manuscripts which would have been painted by monks onto vellum or calf skin.

This wooden, cork-backed coaster is decorated with an Irish Saying 'Slainte', a toast meaning 'Good Health' or 'Cheers'. It is the common Irish toast and can often be heard in pubs, when glasses are clinked together in friendship.

A lovespoon is a wooden/other material spoon decoratively carved that was traditionally presented as a gift of romantic intent. The spoon is normally decorated with symbols of love, and was intended to reflect the skill of the carver. Due to the intricate designs, lovespoons are no longer used as functioning spoons and are now decorative craft items.

H13.7cm W1.2cm

Symbolising immortality, the colourful peacock was a significant subject in ancient Celtic art and the 'eyes' in the peacock's elaborate tail were thought to endow the bird with the gift of foresight. This attractive propelling pen holds black ink.

Width 2.5"/6cm

This fridge magnet decorated with colourful embroidery depicts the Claddagh Ring. The Claddagh Ring, symbolising love, friendship and loyalty, was first used as a wedding ring over 400 years ago in the tiny fishing village 'The Claddagh' in Galway city, Ireland.

 

Width 2.5"/6cm

This fridge magnet decorated with colourful embroidery depicts an Irish shamrock. The three leafed shamrock was used by St. Patrick to explain the Holy Trinity when he brought Christianity to Ireland in the 5th Century A.D. Ever since, March 17th is celebrated as St. Patrick's day.

A lovespoon is a wooden or other material spoon decoratively carved that was traditionally presented as a gift of romantic intent. The spoon is normally decorated with symbols of love, and was intended to reflect the skill of the carver. Due to the intricate designs, lovespoons are no longer used as functioning spoons and are now decorative craft items.

Height 22cm Width 15.5cm

This hand carved Wedding Blessing wall plaque depicts well wishes for the most special of days and the journey embarked upon together.

A lovespoon is a wooden/other material spoon decoratively carved that was traditionally presented as a gift of romantic intent. The spoon is normally decorated with symbols of love, and was intended to reflect the skill of the carver. Due to the intricate designs, lovespoons are no longer used as functioning spoons and are now decorative craft items.

Red, white and green beanie with the Welsh dragon.

4 inch pewter lovespoon. Comes in a gift box.

Pewter lovespoon measuring 4 inches. Comes in a gift box.

6 inch pewter welsh lovespoon. Comes in a gift box.

Bone China Celtic Mug
Capacity 325ml/11fl oz

Celtic Peacock Kitchen Set by Royal Tara

Oven Mitt H33cm W15cm

Pot Holder H22cm W22cm

Wales Welsh supporter daffodil novelty hat.

Stitched polyester supporter hood hat with foam padded petals.

The original daffodil hood hat, and still the best

 

10.5cm Square

This wooden, cork-backed coaster depicts what is probably the most popular and widely known of our traditional Irish blessings. The wording is surrounded by shamrocks, the symbol of Ireland, and the never ending interlacing of Celtic knotwork.

Bone China Mug by Clara Crafts
Capacity 400ml/14fl oz

Irish County Lambswool Scarves
These 100% Lambswool scarves are brushed to a luxurious raised finish and are sized at a generous 150 x 28cm with purled fringes. Available in Irish national and 32 Irish County tartans.

Irish County Plainweave Ties

Ideal for the gift market, these plain weave ties in 100% Pure New Wool are available in the Irish National, 32 Irish County and Monarch of the Glen tartans, each presented with a short history of the County, Irish National or Monarch of the Glen tartan and its associated surnames.

Please note not all ties may be stock, but can be ordered in.

10.5cm Square

This wooden, cork-backed coaster is decorated with a trinity knot. The trinity knot has several meanings which are both Christian & non-Christian. In the Christian tradition the three interlacing strands represent the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. They can also be said to symbolise the natural forces of Earth, Air and Water or, on a more spiritual level, Life, Death and Rebirth.

Irish Weave Magnetic Fridge Memo Pad by Royal Tara. Includes a pencil and a recipe for Irish Soda Bread.
Height 21cm Width 10cm

Irish Weave Salt and Pepper Set by Clara Crafts
Height 8cm