Popular Irish gift ideas to consider this Christmas

It's hard to believe but there are only two weeks left until Christmas and for many of us this is when the shopping season starts in earnest! Town centres and out of town shopping malls become alive with the hustle and bustle of eager shoppers so the option of purchasing Irish gifts online is always a useful option to have.

There isn't any need to hit panic stations just yet but it worthwhile considering some great traditional Irish gifts for both family and loved ones. Alternatively, seeing as it's the season for giving why not choose some quirky or novelty Irish gifts for friends, house-mates or perhaps even your favourite work colleague!

To help you decide, the team at blarney.com have selected the top 10 most popular products so far during 2015 from our vast range of gifts from Ireland including the ever popular Aran cardigans, throws and wraps.

1. Trinity Wool Cap - This mash of contemporary and traditional has proved to be a real hit with customers.
2. Lily Crewneck Aran Sweater - The crewneck is a cold weather must-have with exquisite detail and traditional stitching patterns.
3. Recycled Wool Throws - A best-seller among our collection of Irish throws and woven from 100% recycled wool, this is the perfect gift for the environmentally conscious. 
4. Mary Aran Lumber - this exquisite Aran lumber has proven a popular item amongst shoppers. Knit from 100% Merino wool, it provides excellent natural warmth.
5. Fisherman Aran Cable Wrap - Both stylish and extremely comfortable, this traditional woman’s diagonal wrap aran sweater is available in three different colors.
6. Denis Full Zip Aran Sweater - For the man in your life, this classic Aran sweater features many traditional Aran stitches such as cable, moss and diamond adding a touch of Irish heritage.
7. Belleek Claddagh Mugs - A new addition to Belleek's Claddagh Collection which has immediately been a hit with visitors to blarney.com. A gift for that special loved one in your life.
8. Aran Cable Collar Cardigan - Guaranteed to keep the recipient nice and warm throughout the year, this traditional Aran cardigan is knit from 100% Merino wool.
9. John Shawl Collar Aran Cardigan - A great Irish gift for him, this Aran sweater exudes the authenticity of an Irish inspired sweater that is modern and stylish
10. Hannah Hooded Button Cardigan - Part of the Blarney Woollen Mills new and exclusive knitwear range, this classic Aran sweater for women combines the history and tradition of the Aran Stitches with a contemporary fashionable style.

These are just some of the great products available online from blarney.com which also includes our collection of exquisite celtic jewelry and timeless Waterford Crystal. So now there are no excuses come the 25th December!