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Posted by Corey on May 9, 2013 | 0 comments

#126 Liam and the Old Souls of Ireland

Episode Guide – Podcast #126 Liam and the Old Souls of Ireland In this episode Liam talks about Irish story telling and the old souls that bring tales to life as...

Posted by Corey on Apr 2, 2013 | 0 comments

Isle Magazine Issue 2 Published… and It’s Still Beautiful, Informative, Digital, and FREE

The words have been typed, the images tweaked, and the second edition of Isle Magazine is available to everyone. We’re especially fond of their ongoing support of...

Posted by Corey on Mar 23, 2013 | 2 comments

History of Ireland in 100 Objects: FREE Download

Whether it’s distinct stone tools that mark technical advancement; carefully crafted gold torcs; a washing machine which became a symbol of Irish feminism;...

Posted by Corey on Mar 6, 2013 | 1 comment

The Charms of Ireland are Back… with Two New Designs

For a limited time, we’re bringing back the Irish-themed charms/pendants we introduced last year. For 2013, we’ve added two new designs “The Harp that...

Posted by Corey on Jan 29, 2013 | 13 comments

Contemporary Irish Authors You Should be Reading

Ireland has blessed the literary world with talents of Joyce, Wilde, Beckett, Shaw, Synge, Yeats, Swift and many more. Those are tough shoes to fill, and fortunately,...

Posted by Corey on Jan 11, 2013 | 3 comments

Artists Eye: The Quilt of Ireland

Conor Murphy loves the land and seascape of Ireland and some of life’s little pleasures. The Cork-born artist now lives in the U.S., but returns to his native...

Posted by Guest on Jan 7, 2013 | 0 comments

Artists Eye: Ireland’s West Coast Before Sunset

London-based photographer Przemek Czaicki captured this image of the Cliffs of Moher while visiting County Clare. He told us about his unique adventure… Cliffs of...

Posted by Liam on Dec 15, 2012 | 1 comment

Home to Ireland… in the Shannon Region

This video will tug at the heartstrings. I have so many memories of “coming home” at Shannon Airport, and this brought that right back. Thanks to our...

Posted by Corey on Dec 7, 2012 | 4 comments

A Wee Bit of Irish at Chicago’s One of a Kind Show

We’re hanging out in Chicago this weekend at the One of a Kind Show and Sale and couldn’t resist sharing a few of our favorite Irish-themed artisans. If...

Posted by Guest on Dec 3, 2012 | 0 comments

The Many Interpretations of the Trinity Knot

The history and meaning of the trinity knot is often debated, especially since it holds meaning for both Christians and non-Christians alike. The trinity knot is also...

Posted by Corey on Nov 28, 2012 | 5 comments

The Irish Fireside Holiday Gift Guide

Find something for everyone on your list with Ireland-inspired ideas from our Holiday Gift Guide! We’re always on the hunt for talented artisans and dedicated...

Posted by Corey on Nov 25, 2012 | 79 comments

Introducing Our New Celtic Jewelry

Last March, Liam and I unveiled a line of handmade charms that were only available on the Irish Fireside… and they sold out very quickly. For the holiday season,...

Posted by Guest on Nov 22, 2012 | 2 comments

History of the Claddagh Ring

Celtic jewelry designs are cherished by many, but there is none more recognizable than the Claddagh ring. Claddagh is the name of a small fishing village just near...

Posted by Corey on Oct 19, 2012 | 3 comments

Artists Eye: Heading Into Town

Heading Into Town by John O’Grady – www.johnogradypaintings.com John O’Grady is an Irish artist living and working in France. His Irish landscapes...

Posted by Liam on Sep 25, 2012 | 1 comment

Figuring Out What to Wear In Ireland

Knowing what to wear when you travel to another country is sometimes tricky. Dublin-based blogger Emily Westbrooks is attempting to make packing for your trip to...

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