Secret Santa
not sure what to get? here's our picks of the best kris kindle presents
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So You Think You're a Millennial?
€12.50Find out if you’re a millennial with this book that will separate the avocado lovers from the baby boomers. You may have been born between 1981 and 1996, but what is Daria’s last name? What messenger chatbot could become your bestie on AOL and MSN? What was the MTV show to watch music videos on? Which audio player let you listen to a single minute of a song? And just how many candy canes did Glenn Coco get? From world events to fashion and the rise of social media, this trivia book has 450+ questions that will determine if you even go here. Dust off your Von Dutch hat, chuck on Gilmore Girls , and get ready for the hardest test since you had to decide if you were team Backstreet Boys or NSYNC. Who wrote it? Avery Hayes How does it come? Paperback. 20 × 13.5 cm. 96 pages. -
Porcelain Stickers
€8.50Fancy doing something creative? Don't fancy doing something creative that takes up loads of time, space and effort? These porcelain stickers by Nuukk are just the job. All you gotta do is cut out your image; transfer it onto your plate or mug (like those transfer tattoos we all still secretly love) leave overnight and then bake for 10 minutes. Presto! Cool new personalised crockery AND potentially a fun activity to do with your mates. How does it come? In a plastic sleeve 12 x 12cm -
Cúpla Focal Socks
€10.00Put your best foot forward and get practicing those Cúpla Focal with these fun socks from Irish Socksciety. Brandished with a cacophony of words in Irish in cheery orange, red, black and white, flash these socks and you're sure to turn a head. Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Who wouldn't love a gift of these amazing, comfy socks?! There is a fun task to complete on the label, while the QR code will bring you to Scéal Grá - a series of interviews conducted by the irish socksciety where they talk with professionals and Irish language enthusiasts about the beauty of Irish and how it can be used and embraced. The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. They choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Greetings Socks
€10.00A lovely little hello on your feet, these Greeting socks are here welcome all the different and diverse folks that make this island their home, even temporarily. This design, by Piotr Jakób, was a w inner of 2024 edition of the Irish Socksciety's Design your own socks competition. Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Who wouldn't love a gift of these amazing, comfy socks?! The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. They choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. We have loads of funny stuff here at designist so have a look What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Deadly Buzz Socks
€10.00Well there's some deadly buzz! These funky socks from Irish Socksciety have a cheerful squiggly colourful pattern on a yellow background, perfect for razzle-dazzling. With deadly buzz written on one side and complemented with a blue heel and toe, flash these socks and you're sure to turn a head. Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Who wouldn't love a gift of these amazing, comfy socks?! The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. They choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family or party with mates. What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polymide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Vitamin Sea Socks
€10.00what did one part of the sea say to the other? nothing, it just waved! we love these cool vitamin sea socks, celebrating the big blue sea. The These artist edition socks have been designed by the insanely talented Marion Belliot. The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. T hey choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family or party with mates. What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polymide, 3% elastane. machine washable How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in size 8-12 -
Love Is Love Socks
€10.00The slogan of the marriage equality campaign here in Ireland and internationally, love is love originated in the 1960s civil rights movement in the US. The phrase was used to challenge laws that prohibited interracial marriage, arguing that love should not be restricted by race. Its use has evolved to represent the idea that love and relationships should not be judged based on gender, sexual orientation, or any other factor. It emphasizes the importance of accepting and celebrating all forms of love, a message we can get behind. These are socks that allow you to stride with pride. The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. T hey choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, and 3% elastane. machine washable How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Grand Socks
€10.00A grand stretch, a grand time, isn't that grand, and Ah sure I'm grand; Is there a more quintessential Irish word? These socks by The irish socksciety are full of geometric colour. These blue, yellow red, and pink socks have 'Grand' emblazoned across each ankle. Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Who wouldn't love a gift of these amazing, comfy socks?! The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. They choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. We have loads of funny stuff here at designist so have a look What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Magnetic Pencils
€4.50These clever magnetic pencils mean you'll never go searching for a pencil again. Designed & made in France, they come in 3 graphic designs, and will attach to most metallic surfaces, so you can keep them on the fridge or a whiteboard, or any handy metal object. We have loads of stationery here too How Does it Come? Unboxed. Pencils are standard size. Magnet at the top, so you don't end up pairing it. -
Did you turn off the Immersion Socks
€10.00Mother of lord did you leave the immersion on? The ESB bill! Get up those stairs and turn it off... we've all heard those terrifying words when our parents realised the water heater was left on. Bask in nostalgia with these fun and comfy socks from Irish Socksciety who love "havin' the craic from head to toe". Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Everyone appreciates a gift of a pair of socks (don't mind what your dad says). The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. T hey choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family or party with mates. What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polymide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
You are a Ride Socks
€10.00Sometimes you have to spell it out for people, and now you can do it with socks! This pair says YOU ARE on one foot and A RIDE on the other. Bestsellers, these fun socks are also decorated with colourful bicycles, making them a great gift for the cycling enthusiast in your life. 'You are a ride' in Ireland means you think someone is very attractive and someone you quite fancy. The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. T hey choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. We have loads of funny stuff here at designist so have a look What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, and 3% elastane. machine washable How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Screen Time - Card screen printing kit
€54.50Is there anything better than a good card? Being able to make and send your very own cards! This DIY card making set contains a Starter kit to get you screen printing in minutes, so you can design & print your own greeting cards. Each kit comes with a selection of waterbased inks, screen, squeegee and template paper and a step-by-step, how-to guide to screen printing. A lovely gift for these who love that personal touch, card lovers and the I-could-do-that-myself-ers in your life. We particularly love how this kits is working towards plastic free making it a somewhat more sustainable gift, great for those looking to reduce plastic in their lives. How does it come? Each box contains; a Wooden framed screen, a Wood handle rubber squeegee, 3 x water-based inks (pastel green, blue, orange), 10 x waterproof stencil template sheets, 10 x A4 art paper sheets, and a Step by step guide. These are Inks suitable for printing on paper / card Approx. 27.2 x 2.5 x 21.2 cm -
Trio of Soaps Gift Set
€20.00This trio of handmade soaps features some of the brand's most popular and beloved scents. Coriander Seed, Geranium & Vetiver, Lemongrass & Cedarwood, and our personal favourite - Lavender, Rosemary, Thyme & Mint. The soaps are all handmade using traditional cold-process soap-making techniques and are cruelty-free and vegan-friendly. The soaps come packaged as a beautiful gift set. Why not try more The Handmade Soap Company treats? What's it made of? All natural ingredients with no nasties! Free from SLS, petrochemicals and parabens. How does it come? In a lovely little box 18.5 x 9 x 4 cm approx. -
Create Your Own - Solar System
€17.00Reach for the stars with this create-your-own solar system paper craft kit. Brilliant for 7 to 12-year-olds, this is both a planet chart and board game and is packed full of fun facts and activities. Made of responsibly sourced paper, this kit is wonderfully plastic-free, and its neat slim packaging makes it ideal for throwing in a bag or posting. A great gift for aspiring rocket scientists, astronomers, and astronauts. We have a wide range of toys and games for kids here at designist. How does it come? In a cardboard sleeve approx. a4. No glue or scissors are needed. Contents: 1x wallchart/game board, 15x card pieces, 1x instruction/activity sheet. Made from FSC ® certified paper/card Suitable for ages 7-12. Product size when built: approx 134 x 30 x 2 cm -
Feck It Socks
€10.00Sometimes you just need to kick up your feet and feck it! These funky socks from Irish Socksciety have an amazing 3D geometric cube pattern, perfect for razzle-dazzling. Brandished with the words 'Feck it' on the sole, and complemented with a cerulean blue heel and mustard ankle, flash these socks and you're sure to turn a head. Unisex designs in two sizes, they have a seamless finish for the best possible comfort. Who wouldn't love a gift of these amazing, comfy socks?! The irish socksciety are Alex and Joanna, a pair of best friends based in Galway who dance, laugh and work together. They are the kind of people who usually wear baggy, black or grey clothes but socks, socks are very special to them. They choose them very carefully, sometimes odd socks, sometimes patterned or themed, and always lots of colour. That’s why designing socks is what they are passionate about. These socks brighten up any occasion from a boring business meeting to a wonderful wedding, lunch with family, or party with mates. We have loads of funny stuff here at designist so have a look What's it made of? 80% cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% elastane How does it come? On a recyclable card label. Available in sizes 3-7 and 8-12 -
Secret Dublin - An Unusual Guide
€20.00Discover the inner sanctum of Freemason's Hall, see Napoleon's toothbrush, marvel at a hoax plaque hidden in plain sight on O'Connell Bridge, try George IV's footprints for size, venture into a Georgian time capsule on Henrietta Street, cross the bridge beneath which William Rowan Hamilton had his 'Eureka' moment... Dublin offers endless opportunities for getting off the tourist grid - for peering into the city's fascinating past and present. All you need to know is where to look... and who to ask for. This newly updated and reprinted edition of Secret Dublin - An Unusual Guide is an indispensable resource for those who thought they knew everything about the city, or who want to discover its hidden treasures. Skip the crowds and clichés and really get beneath the city's skin. We have a wide range of books here at designist. What size is it? paper back, 19.5 X 11 x 2 cm approx. 288 pages, English -
Irish Insult Generator
€10.50Is he a shitehawk or a messer? A gombeen or a dope? Take the decision-making out of your trash talk and fire out hilarious one-line insults left, right, and centre with this deadly flip-book. From the lowest of the low, this book is filled with side-splitting put-downs that are the most Irish things you'll ever hear! Carry it under your oxter, and you'll be effin' and blindin' your best verbal abuse in no time. The Irish Insult Generator makes a great entertaining gift; you and your mates will be rolling on the floor laughing! Why not check out the rest of our funny stuff ? How does it come? Hardback flip book -
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Feck Ewe Pin
€8.00A souvenir pin with a little bit of irreverence, that makes the perfect memento of a trip to Ireland. While we might not have as many sheep as New Zealand, where they outnumber people 4 to 1, there are still over 4 million sheep in Ireland, so if you spend any time travelling around, you're bound to encounter quite a few of them. This happy little fellow is emblazoned with the words feck ewe, which I can't help hearing in a slightly bleating voice in my head. While it can seem like a very rude thing to say, feck means either to steal or throw away, and is often used as a term of defeat - feck you anyway - when you admit someone has gotten the better of you. Made in Belfast by Born and Bred . We have loads of Dublin-themed gifts if that's what you're after. How does it come? On a card backing. Enamel pin is approx. 3.5 x 2 cm.sold out -
Dublin Scape Pin
€8.00A pretty depiction of the iconic poolbeg towers with the sun rising behind it. The Poolbeg towers are now protected structures, even though they haven't been in operation since 2010, but are very much the symbol of Dublin. A gift that towers over others (get it, huh?! get it?!?)! Made in Belfast by Born and Bred . We have loads of Dublin-themed gifts if thats what you are after. How does it come? On a card backing with 2 pins to make sure it's securely in place. Badge is approx. 4.5 x 3 cm. -
Slainte Magnet
€6.50Slainte is traditionally what you say when clinking glasses - often of pints of the black stuff. It means to your health, fairly ironic given that drinking, though a national pastime, isn't particularly good for you. Still, it makes a very nice addition to your fridge. Made in Belfast by Born and Bred . We have loads of Dublin-themed gifts if thats what you are after. How does it come? In a celo bag. Magnet is approx 8 x 5.5. -
Irish Bucket List
€13.00Full of inspiration for the amazing adventures you can have in Ireland, the Great Irish Bucket List gives you 101 choices of things to do around Ireland. From relaxing walks in beautiful places, wild swims in Ireland's rivers, lakes, and seas, to unforgettable pit-stops for the best of Irish-produced food and drink. Beautifully illustrated, it's just the ticket for getting you all revved up ahead of taking a trip, and as useful for locals as visitors. It's the perfect way to plan your exploration of Ireland, or an excellent souvenir of your journey. For more books on society and culture , check our collections at designist. How does it come? Hardback 92 pages 21.5 x 17 x 2 cm -
Crisp Sommelier - the ultimate guide to crisp and drink pairings
€16.00Whether you're a casual snacker or a crisp connoisseur this is the guide for you. Neil pairs 80 different drinks - from Lemonade with Monster Munch to Champagne with McCoys ready salted. Each drink has several suggestions and an explanation of why each one works so well. There's even some pairing with Tayto. The ideal stocking filler for the crisp lover in your life. We have a wide range of books here at designist. Who wrote it? Neil Ridley, author and Tv Presenter What size is it? hard back, 232 pages 18.5 x 12 cm 154 pages -
Pressed Flower Stickers
€7.50Add a touch of nature to notebooks, craft projects, or scrapbooks with these pressed flower stickers by botanopia . Easy to use, they make any project look special. Each sticker has a matte finish meaning no shine, so they blend in nicely on the paper. Enjoy beautiful flowers without the work of pressing them yourself. There's a full rainbow of flowers on an A5-sized sticker sheet show made from close photography of flowers and leaves with a slight drop shadow, that will convince almost anyone they are real. We have a range of crafty kits for those who love a project. How Does it Come? In a cello bag with a card backing board. The sheet has approx 65 stickers. -
Chimac Sauce Trio
€25.00What's it made of? Honey, Madame Jeanette Chillis, Garlic, Shallots How does it come? In a 200 ml bottle. Produced in a factory setting where tree nuts, peanuts, and dairy are processed.