Home and interiors Christmas gift ideas

It’s fully Christmas now and Esther N McCarthy rides to the rescue of the those who’ve left it a little late in the gift-getting stakes with some fab suggestions.

* ’Tis the season to be giving and all that — we like that Kilkenny stores will be offering a complimentary gift-wrapping service with customers invited to leave a donation for chosen charity, St Vincent de Paul. Kilkenny will match every euro donated, with all proceeds going to the charity. While you’re there, check out this cute Enchante Extendable Santa, €29.97. www.kilkennyshop.com

* Santa Claus will take time out of his very busy schedule to visit the Pavilion Christmas Market at Myrtle Hill, Ballygarvan, Co Cork. The market will feature local craft, artisan food, antiques, Santa Claus, farmyard animal crib, local school choirs, children’s entertainment and more Christmas treats. While you’re there, this gorgeous shopping bag in English Rose print could come in handy for carrying all the lovely goodies. €29.95. www.thepavilion.ie