This year why not support local and shop in one of Northern Ireland’s artisan shops where you might just find the perfect unique gift for your loved one.
Here are 10 artisan shops across Northern Ireland for unique Christmas gifts.
5. We Have it Wrapped Up: Belfast and Portstewart
We Have it Wrapped Up stocks work designed, imaged and made in Ireland. They stock a huge range of giftware items in their store. From ceramics to prints, jewellery to painting and much more. Photo: Contributed
6. The Craft Room: Comber
The Craft Room markets itself as more than a shop but a place for artists and crafters to have new opportunities, experiences and most importantly a place to meet. The store contains the best in local arts and crafts and runs craft workshops regularly. Products like honey, handcrafted woodwork and crocheted crafts. This shop truly is a treasure trove of unique items. Photo: Contributed
7. Born and Bred: Belfast
Born and Bred sells unique locally-made gifts in their Ann Street Store. The business aims to help artists thrive in a safe and welcoming space. They hold a range of Northern Ireland themed products like slogan socks and quirky cards as well as beautiful art inspired by ‘our wee country’. Photo: Contributed
8. Doodle and Boom: Bangor
Doodle and Boom is a shop with a special love for all things that are handmade stocking a host of Irish and British designers. It provides a mix of high quality gifts and homeware items many of which are handmade. Their products include quirky ceramics, handmade bow ties and artisan jewellery. Photo: Contributed