We went in on a Tuesday in June and we were the only people in the store. We were very careful to…read morenot let our 18 month old walk around the store and make a mess of things but could tell the employee was very annoyed that we were in there. In the kids section she couldn't decide on which wool sheep she wanted so she picked up both and was holding them in her hands.. we were all standing around her as she decided and the employee (an older woman) came up to us and rudely told us she couldn't touch the sheep and asked us to put them back... We were going to buy two wool shirts and a few other things including the sheep that my daughter really wanted but after the way she acted towards us, and the negative experience we decided to leave and take our business elsewhere.

It's a beautiful store full of sweaters, blankets, tweed, hats and other Irish mementos. There's…read moreeven yarn, all from Donegal of course. While this is full of crafts though, you won't find craft supplies here (for which I was seriously hoping). The staff are lovely and happily give details about anything in the store, and I grabbed some nubby mohair blend wool to create my own scarf with (provided I can find needles somewhere).

Offering stylish accessories and furnishings as well as unique Irish Design, The Coach House is the…read moreperfect place to find your next special gift.

A neat shop with a wide variety of items and the owner, Grainne, couldn't be nicer or more helpful.read more

Original Kerry Crafts is one of the 2 "Artist Coop" gift shops that Gayle and I visited during our…read morerecent stay in Dingle. This tidy little shop is right on the corner of Green and Strand. The very attractive artistic offerings were well curated and of various media and price points. Note that when I visit coops like this, I assume that the price of a piece is a fair reflection of that persons artistic skill and effort. My purchase of "The Dingle Moon" was a case in point, when I first blanched at the price, but quickly came to my senses. And what an attractive textile-based piece it is! The resident artist minding the shop was friendly, very knowledgeable about the inventory, and local custom insightful. If you want an quality alternative to the plethora of souvenir tchotchkes that you'll find in Dingle, this is one place to visit.

From the owner: The Original Kerry Craft Centre in Dingle sells the work of Original Kerry craft makers and serves…read moreas an information point for the Original Kerry Craft Trail. All items in the shop are crafted in County Kerry by Original Kerry artisans. Our first-floor gallery showcases a revolving exhibition of authentic handmade Kerry crafts. Original Kerry is a consortium of thirty two craft professionals whose studios and workshops are located across the County of Kerry, many of which can be visited in a short drive from the Centre."

Hand and Family made in Dingle!…read more Gayle and I visited the Factory and the Store during our recent stay in Dingle. We came out of it with a nice small glass (Celtic Flame pattern) and small bowl (in Beehive), one purchased at the Factory and one at the Store. Great staff, impressive craftmanship, interesting demo, and a great dog at the Factory. Yes it's a bit expensive, but you get what you pay for. We carried our crystal treasures in a carry on without significant incident. However, the bag did get flagged as through the scanner as that heavy crystal throws out an impressive profile. The Security guy was impressed how well it was wrapped too.

Highly recommend!!! Bought beautiful heavy crystal glass in…read morebeehive pattern. Even better was visiting the Dingle Crystal factory . Family run business. Owner was delightful! He started at Waterford apprentice at age 15. With over 50 years experience he gave us demo of how they cut the crystal. Amazing!