Wish List: Chill out time

A book, a window seat and an hour of peace — take time out with Esther N McCarthy’s picks this week. 

* What’s more romantic than cuddling up with a tapestry of Ireland around you and your beau? Loominations.ie is a Cork-based gift company that takes inspiration from our landscape and heritage. Irish icons and landmarks are woven into full-colour cotton tapestry throw blankets. €149 with free shipping in Ireland.

* This 9ct gold-plated sterling silver pendant necklace from Argos is from the Wishes collection and there are lots of other pieces to go along with it, if you want to gift a full set. This is €55.49 from www.argos.ie