‘The average mother works the equivalent of two and a half full-time jobs’
‘The average mother works the equivalent of two and a half full-time jobs’

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This Wicklow home is full of rich colours and luxurious finishes
This Wicklow home is full of rich colours and luxurious finishes

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‘I’ve had other jobs on the go at the same time during a few stages in my creative career’
‘I’ve had other jobs on the go at the same time during a few stages...

Sarah Finnan

March Guide: 16 of the best events happening around Ireland this month
March Guide: 16 of the best events happening around Ireland this month

Sarah Gill

This couple’s Carlow workshops sit side-by-side
This couple’s Carlow workshops sit side-by-side

Sarah Gill

‘AI won’t take your job, but somebody who knows how to use AI will’: using AI to maximise your potential at work
‘AI won’t take your job, but somebody who knows how to use AI will’: using...

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Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan: ‘Modern policing includes more than crime fighting’
Chief Superintendent Goretti Sheridan: ‘Modern policing includes more than crime fighting’

Sarah Finnan

The Irish design scarves bringing colour and culture to our spring wardrobes
The Irish design scarves bringing colour and culture to our spring wardrobes

Sarah Gill

4 IMAGE Smurfit scholars share how the MBA programme has changed their careers
4 IMAGE Smurfit scholars share how the MBA programme has changed their careers

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All the best bits from the IMAGE Sip & Savour Spanish wine tasting event
All the best bits from the IMAGE Sip & Savour Spanish wine tasting event

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Right On Gifts That Will Make Everyone Feel Good


By Laura George
27th Nov 2017
Right On Gifts That Will Make Everyone Feel Good

This year we’re making a conscious effort to gift as many things as we can that help reduce waste, are homegrown and/or minimise exposure to chemicals. Happily, noble aims and proper treats are far from mutually exclusive- there’s much to love and share that will make the most discerning givers and receivers feel good deep down.

First up, from Ali Hewson’s pitch-perfect ethical fashion brand, Edun- the drop dead macrame clutch, $350.

 

 

Next, no cables, no plugs, just physics at work. A simple wooden amplifier boosts sound from any mobile phone pretty impressively (and with the added bonus that you can fling it on the fire for warmth come the Apocalypse), $99,  Trobla.

 

 

Re-usable, natural beeswax wrap means no more cling film and pretties up the fridge (lots of plain and patterned motifs -including available). While we wouldn’t want this as our main gift, it’s a great host present or stocking stuffer. Wrap some home made treats in it for max impact.  Pack of two medium, two small, 20stg.

 

Luxury skincare brand Pai is a real treat for anyone who wants to indulge their skin in a chemical-free routine. Facial oil, €28, Nourish.

 

 

 

We are obsessed with the organic, dairy-free, gluten-free, soya-free miracles that are Booja Booja truffles. Two packs are nice, six packs are nicer and bumper boxes best of all. Find a selection at Nourish or order this special edition artist box, 19.99 stg

Give the gift of year-round wildlife (or welcome it into your own perch) with a willow bird feeder hand-made on these shores, €35 at The Irish Design Shop.

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