Blog by Gifts of Ireland

Popular Irish Family Crests
Heraldry

Popular Irish Coat of Arms - An Irish Heraldry History

Discover the meaning behind Irish coats of arms and family crests, from their heraldic origins...
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The Irish Language: Ancient Ogham to the Revival
Culture

The Irish Language: Ancient Ogham to the Revival

The Irish Language (Gaeilge) has a lengthy history spanning many centuries and transformations, inspiring beautiful...
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celtic pocket watch
Gifts

How to Wear a Pocket Watch - The Art of the Celtic Watch

Traditional Irish pocket watches are a great piece to add to an ensemble. Here are...
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The Aran Islands: An American Tourist Experience
Culture

The Aran Islands: An American Tourist Experience

I heard that the Cliffs of Moher were the ultimate eye captivating moment of the...
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The Celtic Revival: The movement that 'saved' Irish culture
Culture

The Celtic Revival: The movement that 'saved' Irish culture

The late 19th century was at period brimming with movements trying to redefine the identities...
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newgrange
Culture

Who were the Celts?

The Celts were a culture built on memory, speech, and storytelling, so they left fewer...
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The Irish Famine: Birth of Ireland's Rich Diaspora
Culture

The Irish Famine: Birth of Ireland's Rich Diaspora

We are a proud country with a rich history of producing quality jewelry, craft and...
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