5 Best Shopping in The Southwest, Ireland

This is a cooperative venture that provides a retail outlet for 32 Kerry-based craft workers. From jewelry to soap, wood turning to rain hats, glass to knitwear, and textile art to ceramics, you will find all things handmade here.

Beautifully crafted woolen clothing for men, women, and children---from Aran sweaters, throws, caps, and scarves to Donegal tweed---are all in full supply in the cramped, well-stocked store on Patrick Street. Owned and operated by the same family for decades, expect the service to be personable and insightful; be sure to ask about the intricate backstory of each pattern.   

Adjacent to Muckross House, the craft center has a wide range of gifts and clothing, as well as a resident weaver, a bookbindery, and Muckross Pottery where Margaret Phelan works on-site producing tableware in attractive glazes including her signature honey and blue collection.

Stocking a best-in-class offering of contemporary Irish craft that includes pottery, ironwork, woodwork, art, cut glass, and jewelry.

Weaver and tapestry artist Lisbeth Mulcahy's combined studio and shop sells her outstanding scarves, stoles, throws, and wall hangings in unique color combinations alongside her one-off tapestries. The shop also stocks work from other Irish creatives.