7 gorgeous Irish gift shops to support this festive season

Last Christmas, I gave you my heart. And also, there was a huge push to support local businesses when making your festive purchases.

This year, there's just as much incentive as ever to support local, with Irish makers and gift shops pulling out all the stops to ensure there are plenty of gifting options for you this festive season. Planning a Kris Kindle with a shop local theme? Or maybe you've pledged to fill this years stockings exclusively with Irish goodies? Here's a list of stunning gift shops across the country with great present options for all ages and interests.

Harbour Road, Donegal

You'll find this treasure trove by the seaside in Bunbeg, Donegal. They stock everything from tractor shaped nightlights for kids to wise men themed chocolate, and have a lovely online shop too. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjKuqjqDX8x/

Designist, Dublin

There are incredible gifting options in this Georges Street store this Christmas. These pigeon house candles would be a guaranteed hit with the Dub in your life, and they've also got plenty of beautiful kids books, foodie gifts and even a make your own mulled wine kit. A great stop off for creative Kris Kindle pressies. Browse their online store HERE. https://www.instagram.com/p/CgeHToSqoOL/

The Good Life, Wicklow

This Wicklow cafe also has the most beautiful lifestyle section with foodie gifts, candles, hand painted pottery and so much more. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjVQHfnM0sy/

Butterslip, Kilkenny

We adore seeing this colourful Kilkenny spot pop up on our Insta feed. Loads of beautifully made gems from jewellery boxes to Frida Kahlo themed plant pots and mugs. I mean, who doesn't need one of those? Have a look through their online shop HERE. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cbhp3G1MCUx/

Cuckoo Craft and Design, Galway

Plenty of treasures to discover in this gorgeous Galway store. They're fully stocked with Irish made hats, scarves and slippers (perfect for those cold winter nights) and beautiful kids gifts too. https://www.instagram.com/p/CiNRtCCsd04/

Wild Atlantic Living, Clare

An award-winning gift shop in lovely Kilrush with wooden toys, homewares, jewellery and lots more. Shop online HERE. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci-ZSfWsL8f/

One More Thing, online

Amazing dried flower arrangements, the cosiest of slippers and beautiful homeware all available from this online shop!  https://www.instagram.com/p/CjvqR3LsOMj/ Any gift shops that you reckon should be added to our list? Let us know, we'd love to include them! Header image via Instagram/butterslip_kilkenny READ NEXT: Food Safety Authority assures public Leo Varadkar's food prep is safe