What makes a wool sweater Irish?
Understanding Aran Knits and Beyond The wool sweater is more than a staple of cold-weather fashion; it's a symbol of comfort, craftsmanship, and for many, a rich cultural heritage. When...
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IRISH STORIES BLOG
What makes a wool sweater Irish?
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Discover the Sliabh Liag
What is the Sliabh Liag? In Ireland, the Sliabh Liag is known as Slieve League Cliffs. The area is touted as having “Europe’s highest accessible sea cliffs,” which, of course,...
Katie Rhodes |
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Star Struck: 5 Celebs with Irish Roots
Do you know your Irish stars? There are a plethora of Irish-born or Irish-descended stars who are working on your favorite motion pictures. Here’s a quick sampling of five to...
Katie Rhodes |
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Find Fall Foliage in Ireland
Fall foliage trips and tours are a big attraction for much of the United States. It comes as no surprise that the Emerald Isle puts on a show of its...
Katie Rhodes |
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Ghostly Tales to Read Before Halloween
Over the last few months here at Creative Irish Gifts Stories we’ve been sharing some of our favorite mythical tales. For example, did you catch our post on the Tales of...
Katie Rhodes |
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Get to Know: Tinnakeenly Leathers
Tinnakeenly Leathers offers beautiful, handmade bags and wallets. Here, the owner, Humphrey Murphy, shares a bit of the company’s history and gives a behind-the-scenes look at how they make their...
Katie Rhodes |
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The Tales of T. Crofton Croker
Irish folklore is a realm of unprecedented, colorful creatures and characters. T. Crofton Croker is just one of the many creators of these mythical stories. Croker, who lived from 1798-1854,...
Katie Rhodes |
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Accessorize Your Fall Wardrobe with Irish Style
Autumn is on its way—and with a new season comes the opportunity for a few new accessories. Whether you need something to guard against the chill of cooler temps or...
Katie Rhodes |
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Irish Music: Meet Christy Moore
WHO IS CHRISTY MOORE? Christy Moore is an Irish native and one of the country’s best-known folk singers and songwriters. He is the older brother of Irish folk singer and...
Andrew Domerese |
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Start Your Own Irish-Influenced Collection
Do you consider yourself to be a collector? Whether you know it or not—you probably are. It doesn’t take hundreds of something to have a collection; in fact, just a...
Andrew Domerese |
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5 Ways to Teach Little Ones About Irish Heritage
Irish National Heritage Week takes place August 18 – 26. So what better time to teach your kids a bit about your roots? Here are five simple ways to help...
Andrew Domerese |
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Puck Fair: Ireland's Oldest Fair
Each year in Killorglin, Ireland, three days in August stand out above the rest. August 10, 11, and 12 play host to the country’s oldest street celebration, known as Puck...
Katie Rhodes |
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4 Ways to Celebrate Your Scotch-Irish Pride
Can you trace your roots to Ireland? And then take it one step further by tracing them back to Scotland? If so, you fall into a category that has been...
Katie Rhodes |
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3 Irish Fairies
If you’ve heard of St. Patrick’s Day, chances are you know about leprechauns. But did you know there are more fairies that hold equally enchanting and interesting lore? Read on...
Katie Rhodes |
