New Arrivals: Ornate Celtic Jewelry & Galway Crystal

Spring is in the air at Blarney Woollen Mills with a range of new products available in our online store. The highlights being some elegant pieces of Celtic jewelry such a Celtic cross pendants, Celtic earrings, Celtic knot beads and celtic rings.

Lismore Crystal... An Enduring & Timeless Irish Gift

One of the most enduring and timeless Waterford Crystal collections is the Lismore which is derived from the ancient Irish description of a "great ringfort". It is said that the Lismore Collection is strongly influenced by the Gothic architecture of Lismore Castle in County Waterford which dates back almost the 800 years.

Waterford Crystal: An elegant gift from Ireland

Irish crystal has always been a firm favourite for those seeking the perfect gift from Ireland for a special event or occasion. In particular, the elegance and stylish craftsmanship of Waterford Crystal has proven to be universally popular throughout the years whether it is being used as a special gift for a friend or family member or, perhaps, as a prize giving award for a sporting event.

Irish gifts to brighten those winter months

Now that Christmas has come and gone, decorations are carefully being taken down and placed back into storage for another twelve months and those special Irish gifts received from friends and family are taking pride of place in your wardrobe, mantelpiece, display cabinet or even around your neck or wrist as we welcome the dawning of a new year.

For many who received traditional Irish gifts such as aran sweaters and classic Irish sweaters will undoubtedly be grateful following the arrival of those chilly Arctic winds and frost covered mornings. The aran sweaters from Blarney make the ideal winter accessory with their complex stitch patterns, soft natural chunky merino wool and traditional look but each with their own contemporary twist.

With an ever growing variety of celtic jewelry to chose from, there were sure to be some ornate and exquisite pieces of celtic artistry received as gifts over the festive period. The Blarney Woollen Mills range is continually updated with the latest styles and other an extensive collection of the finest celtic jewelry including ornate Celtic pendants, Celtic knot jewelry, Irish charm bracelets and Celtic earrings. For those wishing to their illustrate affections for that special other in 2015 then why not choose from the extensive range of Irish wedding rings and Claddagh rings and much more.

Another traditionally popular gift over the festive period is a piece of Irish crystal with many opting to give friends or loved ones an ornate piece of Waterford Crystal whether it's a decorative Waterford Crystal picture frame or decanter. Waterford Crystal is known throughout the world for its exquisite crystal glasses and crystal gifts with its stylish and intricate designs and timeless patterns.

A glimpse at the magic qualities of authentic Irish Crystal

Ireland has always boasted a long and illustrious history of craftsmanship in glass and crystal making. The origins of this great craftsmanship can be traced back to the early Celts who put their artistic talents to good use by integrating the pure white sands from the shore's of Ireland to produce beautiful glass beads and Celtic jewelry.  Over the passage of time, Ireland’s skilled craftsmen spawned a thriving hand-blown lead crystal industry throughout the country, which is still renowned across the world due to its quality and distinctive Celtic splendour.

Two of the more recognised manufacturers of Irish Crystal are Waterford and Galway Crystal. Waterford Crystal was established in the southern Irish town of Waterford in the late 18th Century.  The manufacturers in Waterford introduced stylish and intricate designs and patterns to its stemware that soon became synonymous across the globe for its exquisite crystal glasses and crystal gifts.

Irish Crystal at its very best, the Waterford Crystal Collection is known for its quality and beautiful glassware such as crystal wine glasses and waterford crystal decanters. The range of products  as well as its home accessories such as Waterford Crystal vases, crystal clocks and crystal picture frames.

Our collections include Lismore (the most famous of the Waterford Crystal patterns), Marquis, Fleurology, Colleen, Clarendon, Irish Lace and Pineapple.

There is always something mystic and magical about authentic Irish Crystal. Whatever design or piece you may be looking for, a piece from any of the Waterford Crystal collections makes the ideal traditional Irish gift and is a well-received Irish wedding gift that will be treasured forever.

Waterford Crystal: The Encapsulation of Style and Craftsmanship

Waterford Crystal is renowned globally for its craftsmanship and stylish elegance. Established in the heart of the Irish town of Waterford, the origins of the crystal production dates as far back as 1783 when George and William Penrose started their business. The crystal manufacturers introduced some of the world’s most stylish and intricate designs and patterns to its stemware, Waterford Crystal is known throughout the world for its exquisite crystal glasses and crystal gifts.

Irish Crystal at its very best, the Waterford Crystal Collection is known for its quality and beautiful glassware such as crystal wine glasses and crystal decanters as well as its home accessories such as crystal vases, crystal clocks and crystal picture frames.

The collections available at Blarney Woollen Mills include:

• Lismore (the most famous of the Waterford Crystal patterns), 
• Marquis, 
• Fleurology, 
• Colleen, 
• Clarendon, 
• Irish Lace and 
• Pineapple.

Derived from the Irish, meaning "great ringfort", the Lismore collection was inspired by the gothic architecture of the 800-year-old Lismore Castle in County Waterford, Ireland. For more than 60 years, the Lismore collection has represented the best of what Waterford Crystal has to offer become one of their most loved collections.

Whatever the occasion, a piece from any of the Waterford Crystal collections makes the ideal gift from Ireland and is a well-received Irish wedding gift that will be treasured forever.