This week ghouls and ghosts haunt the Halloween wishes of Esther N McCarthy.

When the sun shines — the tough do housework. This week Esther N McCarthy picks an eco beauty — and some other stuff too...

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

This week, Esther N McCarthy gets her heart in a flutter for fabulous Valentine’s Day gift ideas.

The prospects are good for a start-up firm that has the technology to provide the media with instant access to brand images.

Six new stores have opened in Dublin, creating 100 new jobs.

Carraig Donn, the gifts and clothing chain, is to create 100 new jobs.

Cosy up now and gather round, says Esther N McCarthy, because the days are shortening, the light is dimming and it’ s time to play inside.

Esther N McCarthy continues her trawl for interior treasures. This week she discovers sewing is a mug’s game, that stools are worth standing up for and also hooks an invite to a vintage tea party.

Name: Maura Manley

We meet Niamh Sullivan, 31, and Marguerite Tierney, 30.

Add a bit of romantic glamour to the boudoir with the Angie Headboard from the Blanc D’Ivoire collection starting from €630 available from Boulevard Interiors, Douglas, Cork.

1 This sleek piece can be used as a console, dressing table or hall table. Finished in natural walnut with twin drawers, it’s designed by Peter MacCann for Gilmore Space. It’s also available in white. €600 from No Fixed Abode.

Carraig Donn has announced the creation of 150 new jobs with the expansion of its retail, manufacturing and online businesses.