Christmas is going to be a little different this year but that shouldn't stop you from having a merry time.
Many people found their festive shopping plans cut short when Ireland went into Level Five lockdown a few weeks ago.
But that hasn't stopped businesses from quickly adapting to online shopping.
Local businesses who usually rely on footfall traffic have suffered the most during the pandemic. They need our help more than ever now.
So why not ditch big names like Amazon and other high street stores in favour of small, independently run stores?
Here we bring you a list of over 50 Dublin-based businesses you can buy from this Christmas.
Clothing and Footwear
Drift Knits
These amazing hand knit snoods made by Dubliner Dee Maher will keep you warm and cosy over Christmas.
Hoopla Focal
Drumcondra woman Deirdre started Hoopla Focal as a way of "celebrating our Irish language and the cúpla focal that most of us have".
You can custom embroidered sweatshirts and bags here.
Costelloe+Costelloe
This adorable city centre store does everything from face masks, scarves, gloves, bags, berets, and even canine couture.
They recently rolled face mask gift bundles which contain three cotton face masks along with a pocket-size Bumbóg artisan hand sanitiser for €29.50.
Thomp2 Socks
Thomp2 Socks was started by Tallaght man Finbar Barry for his son Thomas who has Down Syndrome and a number of other serious illnesses.
5% of any profits are donated to the St. John of Gods organisation who has cared for Thomas for many years.
Anastasia Boutique
Based in Ranelagh, this designer boutique has a great selection of occasion wear including weddings, christenings, communions, and confirmations.
Sock Co Op
This Dun Laoghaire based company makes "unisex panoramic socks that celebrate the unique Places and Landmarks of Ireland".
GAA Baby
Gaababy has everything you need for your little GAA fan. The shop have their own unique collection of adorable merchandise including county babygros, mini solid ash hurleys, hat & bib sets, club and county cardigans and customised hoodies and t-shirts.
Siolog
Siolog has a fantastic range of baby clothes including the most adorable line of linen dresses.
They also donate 1% of all their sales to children's hospice LauraLynn.
Celtic Tweed
Celtic Tweed is a sustainable fashion brand based in Balbriggan. A brand spokesman said the brand is "reimagining Balbriggan towns long history of hosiery, weaving and manufacturing".
Rainbow Kids Boutique
This Finglas based ethical fashion store has some of the most adorable and colourful kids clothes we have seen.
Little Larks Clothing
Advertised as "lovely clothes for little ones" and we can confirm they indeed look lovely. You can see for yourself here.
Indigo and Cloth
The Temple Bar store has some fantastic men's clothing and accessories (and they also sell great coffee)!
Louis Copeland and Sons
The menswear brand is offering 30-minute one-to-one Zoom appointments to offer customers a fantastic in-store experience.
Thomas Patrick
The Grafton Street store has a fabulous variety of shoes on its website.
Jewellery
Lulu + Belle
Gorgeous personalised jewellery handmade to order.
Weldon
You can find some lovely vintage and antique pieces for the special person in your life here.
Loulerie
Loulerie does some stunning jewellery and it's reasonably priced too! You can find plenty of beautiful pieces for under €100.
Arnua
They offer custom jewellery made in their workshop in Co Dublin. They also have a range of strikingingly beautiful Celtic jewellery.
Chupi
With jewellery designed to "last a lifetime", the store in the Powerscourt Townhouse Centre is open by appointments only. But you can find buy their jewellery online too.
Toys and Gaming
Krafty Keepsakes
Ballymun woman Kelly Butler makes unique and heartwarming soft toys from shirts and cardigans of your loved ones to remember them by.
Minifigure Maddness
This one's for all the LEGO fans in your life.
Jiminy.ie
Jiminy.ie, started by Dublin mum Sharon Keilthy, sells toys made from sustainable and natural materials.
Nimble Fingers
This store sells everything from toys to books to hobby-based items.
Miggle D Giggles
A portion of the funds raised will be donated to CMRF Crumlin which is the fundraising body for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin, Ireland’s largest paediatric hospital and the National Children’s Research Centre.
Cogs The Brain Shop
The shop has some brilliant educational toys, adult brain games, and strategy games for both kids and adults.
The R.A.G.E
Retro gamers, this one's for you. The R.A.G.E has a wide range of old school consoles and games. They also sell second hand vinyls.
Homeware
Layered Interiors
The Glasnevin-based store is offering some fab deals on gorgeous homeware and art. We'd love to get our hands on those faux fur throws.
The Kind
The chic Fade Street shop is a one-stop for all your quirky home decor needs like this exposed bulb lamp!
The Silver Shop
If you know someone who loves collecting vintage silverware, then The Silver Shop has everything you need.
Put Your Feet Up
Set up by husband and wife team Joe O’Regan and Deirdre O’Connor, Put Your Feet Up has some lovely gift bundles for that one person who is obsessed with candles.
Scout
Located in the heart of Dublin, Scout has a wide variety of apparel, homeware products, accessories, footwear, etc.
Irish Designs Shop
This Drury Street store has much to offer including these unique stoneware cups.
The Blue Door
The southside store is selling some fab work from home furniture as well as a lovely collection of Christmas themed lamps and candle holders.
Hostaro Tableware
Stunning tableware that is sure to jazz up your Christmas dinner.
Food and Drinks
Artisan Brew Academy
The Dublin brewery is offering a brilliant Christmas beer making and tasting workshop over Zoom for €49.
Proper Order Coffee Co
The best Christmas present for a coffee addict! You can also get them a Red Brick Subscription for a bag of freshly roasted coffee every two weeks for 12 weeks.
Wineonline.ie
Wineonline.ie has some fabulous gift hampers to keep the spirit of Christmas alive.
Olly's Farms
They sell raw Irish honey. A lovely idea for a stocking filler.
Chez Emily
Delicious Belgian chocolates made locally. What more could you ask for?
Carolyn's Sweets
Dublin-based business sells food hampers for all occasions (including The Late Late Toy Show)!
Chocolatey Clare
Scrumptious 100% vegan chocolate wrapped in eco-friendly compostable wrapping.
McNally Family Farm
Delicious artisan food shop that does everything from meats, cheeses, vegetables, and preserves.
Dublin Meat Company
The Dublin-based butchers are offering home delivery for Christmas meat options this year.
Art
Hen's Teeth
Hen's Teeth has a store, gallery, diner, and wine bar in Dublin 8. Their online shop has plenty of fantastic art, homeware, books, and accessories.
Jam Art Prints
Gorgeous, striking prints at reasonable prices.
Colour Creations
Stunning hand painted glass art with personalised inscriptions.
Laoise
Breathtaking paintings of the "wild beauty of Ireland".
Market Street
The best place for personalised one-of-a-kind prints, original artwork, illustrations, and commissioned art.
Accessories
29 Bride Street
The online store has some chic linen totes and shoulder bags for the fashionista in your life.
A Little Idea
Adorable vintage accessories including brooches, acrylic jewellery, collar brooches, face masks, etc.
Books
The Gutter Bookshop
This iconic city centre book shop is offering both delivery and click-and-collect for online orders.
The Company of Books
The Ranelagh store has an "eclectic mix of fiction, non-fiction and children’s books offering something for everyone," according to the website.
Not Just A Princess
A fantastic series of books written by Tallaght man Gavin Leonard on empowering young girls.
Tales for Tadpoles
This independent book store on Drury Street has children's books and illustrations from all over the world.
Skin and Haircare
Mahogany Crownz
Made by a Dublin-based pharmacist, this hair oil may be a magical solution to stimulate hair gowth - all without breaking the bank.
Beauty Time
This Dun Laoghaire beauty salon is offering 20% off gift vouchers over €50 in December.
Miscellaneous
Designist
This city centre store has all sorts of weird and wonderful things including a gorilla walking eraser, a vegan cheesemaking kit, and a 3D microscope.
Maktus
Another quirky gift shop with some fantastic items such as the Teresa Mannion "Avoid unnecessary spillage" coaster and other cheeky ones like a book on "How to live with a huge penis".
SP Gifts
Get all your Christmas card needs sorted at SP Gifts.
Gifts.ie
Gifts.ie has plenty of gift ideas and hampers for all members of the family.
Quirky Irish Icons
We are obsessed with these adorable fridge magnets of iconic Dublin places and sights.
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