Musings, ramblings and thought provoking articles from our team of talented writers - all views expressed are their own!
When most people think of mining in Ireland, they think of coal. Locals and tourists alike might think of the Agrina mines in County Roscommon, where first iron and later coal were mined. But that might be on the verge of changing. Recent detailed exploration has discovered something much shinier and prettier than iron or […]
Now is the time where the snow is officially melting or melted and the showers begin to arrive. The old adage that came along of “April showers bring May flowers” now bears it’s significance because with the flowing waters from the sky come the budding flowers and gardens from the ground. We offer our classic claddagh […]
Many couples opt for simple gold bands when they marry, but more and more people want something with more personal meaning rather than the standard choice. Couples who are planning a wedding this year have more choices than the plain gold wedding ring. Irish wedding rings offer a variety of designs that not only show […]
With Easter and the beginning of Spring right upon us, comes fantastic combinations of colors and many celebration opportunities for the Easter holiday. Spring time means new vibrant color palettes popping up everywhere in the world from one’s new spring wardrobe to the skyline when walking outdoors. Warmer weather means new clothes that accent the bust […]
Finally spring is really here, and gardens and green spaces across Ireland are starting to show their colors. Ireland is so closely associated with the shamrock, that our other native plants are sometimes overlooked. But Ireland is home to many other plants. Our early blooming native flowers are popping up, and they are a very […]
Easter is on it’s way and along with the furry Easter bunny come all of the fun games like Easter Egg hunts. Children love Easter and wearing their Sunday’s best. They also love the chance to get to eat chocolate bunnies and Easter candy or sitting down to a big feast of ham or lamb. […]
The time is nearing spring and we find ourselves burrowed in the third month of the year. March has the luxury of being the month to bring in this new season and thus we have a new time to discuss it’s birthstones and flower. The first of March’s birthstones and the one in which we feature on our Claddagh Birthstone Ring […]
Spring is fast approaching now and fairly soon the ice and snow will all be melting and the leaves will all be turning green again. After that then plants will start to blossom and flowers will start to bloom once more. People will start to come out of hiding from their winter respites and enjoy […]
Explaining St. Patrick’s Day to your youngest ones can prove to b difficult, but it is still an interesting and important story to tell. Adults can engross themselves in the legend of St. Patrick’s Day, but it is harder to get children excited about this patron saint’s day and why it is so special. Starting with […]
The biggest Irish holiday of the year is coming up in a little less than three weeks. Even if you are not Irish you most likely know the tradition of St. Patrick’s Day. The most common adages are not to get caught wearing something that isn’t green along with enjoying certain refreshments that are often green […]
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