Wish list: Nemo double-sided back boiler insert stove

Cute chicks and bijoux beauties jostle for attention in Esther N McCarthy’s list of lovelies.

Sun, 13 Apr, 2014 - 01:00

Esther N McCarthy

Warm up on these still chilly evenings with the Nemo double-sided back boiler insert stove. It’s got a 25kW output, and is multi fuel with an external air connection. Available at Flame by Design at €2,490. www.flamebydesign.ie

This would be cute for storing ordinary eggs as well as the preferred chocolate kind coming up to Easter. It’s the Chicken Licken covered dIsh, €14.95 from Carraig Donn stores nationwide.

Give a nod to the industrial look without going the whole hog with this stylish Byron Floor lamp, available in antique bronze or antique silver. €288 from www.soullifestyle.ie

Feast your eyes on this beauty, the Stella and Dot How Does She Do It navy stripe coated canvas bag. It’s a nifty little number that transforms in a snap from a carryall to a satchel. Interior smart phone pocket, zip pocket, and water bottle pocket. €89 from www.stelladot.eu/peigincrowley

Wine stoppers are a great way of keeping wine fresh once opened and are perfect for those looking for Irish handmade gifts. These are made from offcuts and smaller limbs and branches. The top is turned to a teardrop shape and is available in Irish yew and different timbers. The metal part is made from food grade stainless steel and the rubber seal is FDA approved. Finished with carnauba wax and buffed to a deep luster. Priced at €33 and available from www.irelandsshowcase.com

Isn’t this cute? A botanical herbs cushion from the Meadow Garden collection from the lovely folk at Scatter Box, another Irish company we love. Embroidered subtle stripe linen with flanged edging. 35 x 50cm, €27 available from Scatter Box stockists nationwide, including The Top Drawer, Carrigtwohill, Cork. Right Price Furniture, Cork and Richard Boyle and sons, Killorglin, Co Kerry. www.scatterbox.ie

Inspired by nature, each of these bespoke bijoux beauties are hand sculpted fusions of ceramics and glass. The latest wall art collection from artist Rebekah Kahn features outdoor scenes with 3D elements. Pictured is Sunset at Sandycove ceramic and glass Raku wall art, from €125. These exclusive pieces are available at Arboretum, Home and Garden Heaven.

Get ready for Easter with this delicious Easter Bonnet hamper from Town and Country Hampers. It’s filled with lots of delicious chocolaty treats and presented in a really useful fully-lined wire basket with handles. Goodies include a Butler’s Irish Milk Chocolate Easter Egg filled with assorted chocolate eggs, Lily O’Brien’s Peppermint Chocolate Cremes and a Pandora Bell Ireland Strawberry handmade lollipop with Happy Easter Message. www.townandcountryhampers.com

Before the Easter Bunny delivers the eggs you could chance your arm and try baking some treats. Making it a little easier would be the Desire hand mixer from Russell Hobbs. It features turbo function, stainless steel beaters with safe removal and a choice of five speeds. €29.99 from electrical retailers nationwide.