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The Origin Of Linen

12 Monday Aug 2013

Posted by thedonegalshop in Irish Gifts, Irish Linen

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Linen is made using flax fibre and has been spun and woven in ireland for centuries. The industry really took hold in the north of Ireland where ship building and linen making were the two biggest industries there since the 19th century. To this day, all our our linen suppliers are based in the north of Ireland and are reknowned the world over for their quality and durability, ironically considering the history, the British monarchy have always been known to only use Irish linen in their households.

Today the most popular linen products tend to be table cloths, t-towels, handkerchiefs and the magic hanky a delightful gift that can be either a handkerchief or a babies bonnet, just a stitch makes the change, so it can be given as either a Christening gift or as a good luck token for a wedding.

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Most Popular take Home Gifts for Visitors

06 Tuesday Aug 2013

Posted by thedonegalshop in Irish Gifts

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aran sweaters, Belleek China, Irish Gifts, Walking Socks

Wild Goose Products

Made in Kinsale Co. Cork, these products are extremely popular, made using bronze they make a seies of celtic, Christian and Gaelic signs and expressions. One of the most popular is the Slainte sign meaning welcome in Irish as well as a number of Celtic crosses. They make beautiful gifts for the home and come in a presentation bag and information leaflet.

Another very popular product are our linen t-towel sets. Made using 55% linen and 45% cotton they come in 2 packs and retailing at €12.99 they are a very affordable and lightweight gift from Ireland. The natural linen colour set in a rustic twine pack are our best selling item in store and online. Not only do they make great gifts they are also extremely well wearing and durable.

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