Irish Handmade Crafts

The piece dimensions are: approx 3.5″ high/ 6″ across. 3 dimensional piece which can be displayed in all 360 degrees. The beautiful Kilclooney dolmen in West Donegal dates from c.3500 BC. Its impressive capstone measures 13-feet wide, 20-feet long and stands over six feet high. This makes it one of the largest and heaviest examples in Europe weighing in at over 100 tonnes! The massive capstone looks different from every angle and some say it resembles a bird taking to flight, a whale, a dolphin, and even an alligator. The lower end of the capstone is unusually supported by an extra back stone which is believed to have been built into the design to allow extra light to shine into the tomb. There is a court tomb nearby and a smaller dolmen which has partly collapsed. This area of ardara in Donegal is Ireland at its most magical. To view more pieces please visit our store at Mini Inish

Beautifully handcrafted Beltany Stone Circle, as located in Raphoe, Co. Donegal. Handcrafted Beltany replica. Dimensions: 6″ across/ 2″ high This delightful piece features replicates of the most prominent standing stones on the site, capturing the mysticism and magical energy of the mysterious standing circle that is so sorely overlooked. I created this piece in particular to try to highlight the site and create more awareness of the less recognised heritage sites we are blessed with here in the Northwest of Ireland. Beltany Stone Circle is an impressive megalithic site located in County Donegal, in the Irish province of Ulster, and is one of Ireland’s largest stone circles. Thought to have been erected during the late Bronze Age (1400-800 BC), mystery remains as to what the ancient structure was used for, but it is believed to have been associated with religious rituals which included observations of the sun and moon. The discovery of a sculpted stone head dating to centuries after the construction of the circle suggests that this monument remained a place of ceremonial activity for hundreds of years after it was first built. The name of the site is said to have been derived from ‘Bealtaine’, the fire festival celebrated by the Celts , and known also as May Day. Traditionally, the Festival of Beltaine or Beltane was celebrated with the lighting of bonfires on the top of hills, and the movement of livestock to summer pastures. These celebrations were believed to ensure protection, as well as to guarantee a good harvest for the year. It has been suggested that the name of the site is an indication that the site’s function as a pagan ritual centre had survived in the folk memory of the local population. To view more products from our store go to Mini Inish 

Bring the magic of Newgrange into your own home with this beautifully sculpted plasterwork Newgrange Entrance Stone piece. This piece is particularly striking under light, given the deep carvings of the intricate spirals and wavelines. A wonderful gift for someone special or even just for yourself! Given its substantial weight, it can easily operate as a beautiful bookstop as well as an ornament! The Entrance Stone at Newgrange is regarded as one of the masterpieces of European Neolithic art. The artist who carved it used a flint or quartz point and picked out the designs. We know that the stone was carved where it still stands i.e. after it was moved into position. We are unable to translate or understand the meaning of the art or to even know if it had a meaning. However, most people believe that for those who built the monument the art had a magical or religious significance. To go inside the chamber 5000 years ago, one had to cross over the Entrance Stone. Perhaps it acted as a physical barrier or threshold between this world and the world of the spirits. To view more pieces please visit our store at Mini Inish

Handcrafted, highly detailed plasterwork An Grianan of Aileach. Looks, feels and weighs like genuine stone! Handcrafted plasterwork An Grianan sculpture, measuring approx. 8″ across, 3.5″ high. weight: 1.4kg The origins of the Grianán of Aileach fort are dated back to 1700 BC. It is linked to the Tuatha de Danann who invaded Ireland before the Celts and built stone forts on top of strategic hills. They worshipped Dagda (the Good God) and he too is associated with the origins of Aileach. It was he who ordered the building of a stone fort to act as a burial monument to his dead son. The round fort is built largely without mortar. The interior has three terraces and wooden structures were built against the terraces to provide accommodation. The outline of Bronze Age or Iron Age ramparts can be seen below the fort. Legend states that the giants of Inishowen are lying sleeping but when the sacred sword is removed they will spring to life reclaiming their ancient lands. It is thought that St Patrick visited the site in the 5th century and baptised the local chieftain, Eoghan (from whom Inis Eoghan gets its name), here. To view more pieces please visit our store at Mini Inish

Headband in amazing colour red with gentle sheen very very soft and warm ♥️

Use this if you have previously purchased a memorial robin but would like to add a personalised note to the tag. This does not include the Robin, The robin can be purchased here : https://www.www.shopinireland.ie/product/memorial-robin/  

Being Irish, I believe this gift strikes a chord with many of us near and far. These are made using air drying clay and are hand stamped and sanded  and decoupaged with a handpainted flame. For indoor use only. Approx 8 cm in size and come pre strung with ribbon.  For me, it reminds me of my Nan who’d always say a prayer and light a candle for all of us as her way of wishing us luck with any big events in our lives – be it exams, waiting to see if we got into college, getting married, etc. Nowadays many of us still light a candle to send blessings to those who have recently passed or loved ones who are sick and/or going through tough times. It’s a beautiful tradition and a very special way of remembering those in our thoughts and/or prayers.

Luxurious Soy Candle – Large

Perfect tree decoration for Christmas.   This humorous little clay hanging decoration is as many of you know, a very well known Irish saying . It made me laugh out loud when I heard it again on tv  and I thought it would make a lovely gift piece to bring a smile to someone else’s  face . Perfect for that home office notice board/wall. Indoor use only

An heirloom item ideal as a gift. A smaller version the larger stools previously available. These little stools are generally approx. 18cm diameter on the seats and approx. 19cm high. They are made from solid wood in beautiful spalted or flamed beech, sycamore and olive ash, or a combination of two woods. They are finished with a toy safe oil that beautifully brings up the grain and colour of the woods. They will last a lifetime and longer and capture memories as the age.

Macrame Cat Hammock Swing Bed

Macrame Cat Hammock Swing Bed on Copper Piping. MADE TO ORDER 

Macrame Cat Hammock Swing Bed

Macrame Cat Hammock Swing Bed on Driftwood

White stained glass  angel.  The angel is 12cm long and 7cm wide and comes in a white presentation box. A beautiful simple present for a newborn baby, the loss of a loved one or just an angel for protection. 

Yellow stained glass angel. The angel is 12cm long and 7cm wide and comes in a white presentation box. The angel would make a beautiful simple present for a newborn, loss of a loved one or just to have angel protection.

Light blue stained glass angel. The angel is 12cm long and 7cm wide and comes in a presentation white box. A simple present for newborn, bereavement or in need of angel protection.

Headband in amazing colour light blue with gentle sheen very soft and warm.

Paddy Leprechaun, hand-knitted dolly, scented with fresh lavender. St. Patrick’s day gift. Profits to Unicef’s Ukraine Fund.

Elegant 2 piece set

A very popular piece. I have selected amber, yellows and clear glass to create this honeycomb suncatcher 6" x 5.5".

Clear Glass Crystal beads

Purple Glass Crystal & Silver

Purple Glass Crystal beads