Sustainable & Vintage Gifts

It is becoming increasingly important to consider our impact on the planet, and shopping consciously this Christmas can make a big difference your carbon footprint. 

Choosing to shop locally in Monaghan is a great start, but why not go that bit further by considering the following crafters and retailers? There are treasures aplenty to be uncovered in Monaghan’s antiques and vintage stores, too. Not to mention our excellent Monaghan charity shops!

Dirty Fabulous in Monaghan attracts vintage fans from all over the country, with its impressive collection of antique jewellery, vintage accessories, nick-nacks for the home and more. Meanwhile, Farney Antiques in Carrickmacross is an Aladdin’s cave, brimming with gorgeous bits for the home, books, jewellery, furniture and more.

For fans of a good rummage, be sure to stop by Second Time Around, just outside Carrickmacross. You honestly never know what you may find here, though you can be sure to pick up a bargain.

Convert Textiles by local seamstress Hannah McMahon, takes fabric scraps and no-longer-loved garments and turns them into beautiful eye pillows, headbands, Christmas decorations and more, that are guaranteed to be very well received on Christmas morning. Pop into Collective at Market Square to view and purchase Hannah’s work, along with gorgeous pieces from other Monaghan makers.

Crafty in Castleblayney is a brilliant new shop selling beautiful creations with an emphasis on items that are sustainable and made by hand in Ireland.

If you happen to be out and about in the north of the county, Green Gables Collectables & Curios is a great little spot for a visit right in the heart of Glaslough village, whilst Castleview Antiques, specialists in antique interiors and restoration, can be found just around the corner on the main street towards Castle Leslie Estate.

Last but not least are Monaghan’s wonderful charity shops – all doing amazing work in support of good causes.