We encountered a little bit of rain so we decided to do some souvenir shopping. Griffins Gift Shop…read moreis small and jammed packed with every item that a tourist may want to purchase. We purchased a nice scarf and some Guinness mugs during our visit. They had some nice rosary beads and costume jewelry for sale. The shirts were average but there was a nice selection. The best part of the shopping experience was when the local cat came in and toured the shop looking for a quiet place out of the rain. The sales clerk was very pleasant.

Cozy little gift shop packed full of souvenirs and related items. So much to see right in front of…read moreyou, almost like you're swimming in it! Employees are courteous and helpful.

Gorgeous work direct from the maker (who is in the shop several days a week). Utilitarian and…read moredecorative pieces abound. Gorgeous soft geometric rainbow glazes that are highly original and calming to behold. We purchased a large bowl and coffee mugs we look forward to making a daily part of our lives (and the shop ships). A cheese shop and several great coffee/cafe destinations are nearby, plus the Dingel Record Shop up the block is not to be missed.

Found this place on a total whim. Happened to see a teacup saucer that said "Thug Life" on it…read more Hillarious. We ended up buying stuff for all of our friends and fam to take back to Cleveland. By far the most original and fun gifts we got. Everyone loved em! I think the shop is devided into different artists. We bought from Paula. Her business is called Katie and Me. Amazing stuff and she packs it well for safe travels. She also ships! Stop in and buy lots of her stuff. Shes great. When we come back in 2 years time it will be one of the first places we go!

As an alternative to souvenir shops in tourist towns, I try to find a local artist coop or an…read moreantique store. As far as I can tell, Fado is the only one in Dingle, with antiques downstairs and a cool little art gallery upstairs. Gayle came along and put up with my wandering through Fado, both of us knowing full well that we didn't need one more thing to clutter up the house. That's rarely stopped me, and among the nicely curated offerings here, I found a little item to take home for some still undefined use.

Very cute and reasonably priced antique shop with tons of art prints, coins, jewelry, books and…read moreother goodies like a misc. bin of copper items and doorknobs! Spent over an hour here and loved every minute. Nice staff, too. Highly recommend.

Sweet Pea Dingle has the cutest lay out in an adorable little store. The merchandise is set up in a…read moreway that inspires you to shop. They have everything to help you find the perfect gift. The staff is welcoming and friendly. We found beautiful Claddagh jewelry and locally inspired paintings, cards and other accessories here. I purchased some magnets and other trinkets at a fair price. I did not find the exact claddagh ring that I was looking for but the sales staff did their best to show me everything that may have been of interest.

I love this store and bought my favorite pair of earrings there. Sadly I lost one of them when I…read morereturned to the States. Wonder if they might still have this pair? Great place. Go check it out. It is a "sweet" store.

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!

Absolutely wonderful shop and working mill. I got there…read morejust before closing and the ladies there were very accommodating, even bringing me back into the mill for a tour (despite it being closed for the night). There was a huge selection of knit and woven goods, including some very soft blankets that were woven and felted on site. The sweater selection was less than some nearby outlets but quality was great. There was also a much more varied selection of yarn. The ladies were nice and chatty as we picked what we needed and checked out. When she learned that I wanted to attempt my first knit project with one of the hanks, she even found some needles to gift me! The store handled VAT and shipping, so it was very easy to buy things and send home without worrying about customs or duty free counters at the airport.

A Heartfelt Shoutout to Máura Burke!…read more I just had the most wonderful shopping experience thanks to Máura at the store! While browsing for an Aran Crafts sweater, I was greeted by her warm and friendly smile that instantly made me feel welcome. From the moment I walked in, Máura went above and beyond to understand what I was looking for. I shared my budget and preferences, and she listened attentively before offering me a couple of stunning options. I immediately fell in love with a beautiful side zip hoodie featuring a heart pull zipper--absolute perfection! What truly stood out was the genuine care Máura showed throughout the process. There was zero pressure to buy, just pure enthusiasm for helping me find something special. It's rare to encounter such phenomenal customer service that makes you feel appreciated as a customer! Thanks to Máura, I walked away with a sweater that I absolutely adore! Thank you for making my shopping experience so memorable.

After a recent dinner at Bricín, we all went next door to look at woolen products a Quills. As wool…read morelamb figures seem to be a rage, Gayle bought a cute set for the house, while I settle for a "Good Craic" magnet. Don and Fern were more seriously into woolen shawls and blankets, so I had time to wander around a bit more. One interesting discussion I had with a nice store clerk, was why gloves in Ireland seem to be all be "one size fits all"? Irish folks and tourists don't have big hands like I do?

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.

The genuine article. Bijou craft store with a 'curated' feel and lovely staff who make even the…read moremost indecisive shopper feel welcome. EVERYTHING in the store is made locally in Co. Kerry. The two-level store has something for everyone. I particularly liked the wood cutting boards - but the store carries a wide range of locally made craft and art items up to and including the most exquisite handmade chairs I have ever seen.