Here's a little something green and a little something bedecked in shamrocks to beautify your home, especially for Saint Patrick's Day.
Today I'm delighted to offer a lovely combination prize in a little giveaway for readers of Irish American Mom.

These lovely gifts have been offered as a prize by Gifts of Ireland, for a lucky reader to win.
Before I tell you the details of how to enter for a chance to win, let's first take a closer look at this tartan green blanket and shamrock kitchen set.
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Irish Themed Tartan Green Throw
This soft, green, tartan throw or blanket features a lovely plaid pattern combining various shades of green, interwoven with hints of red and gold, creating a harmonious and traditional Irish tartan design.
Crafted from a plush fleece, this throw rug offers both warmth and a gentle, soothing touch. It's warm, inviting and cozy, plus it's ideal for snuggling under on cool evenings.

I love the overall look of this blanket, since for me, it evokes a sense of comfort, nostalgia and rustic elegance.
It makes a versatile addition to any living space, whether draped over a sofa, chair, or the foot of a bed. It can even be worn around the shoulders for warmth like a shawl or pashmina. Another idea is to place it on the ground for a picnic.
Shamrock Style Dish Cloth, Oven Glove and Pot Holder Set
Part two of our combination prize is a delightful Irish themed kitchen set. This shamrock embellished set features a dish cloth, oven glove and pot holder embellished with vibrant shamrocks.
This set is a charming and functional kitchen accessory, perfect for adding a touch of Irish flair to your decor.

The primary color of these matching pieces is a neutral white base, serving as a subtle background for the green shamrock design.
The shamrock embellishments featured prominently creating a dynamic and playful pattern.
This kitchen set is not only practical for kitchen use, but also serves as a delightful nod to Irish culture, especially on St. Patrick's Day, or any day of the week or year, for those of us who appreciate Celtic motifs.

This lovely shamrock pot holder says happy cooking, from my kitchen to yours.
Stories of Ireland From Gifts of Ireland
Gifts of Ireland was founded by Aidan Geraghty, an Offaly man, in 2018. He carefully curates handmade Irish gifts to bring to customers the world over, who feel a deep connection to the Emerald Isle.
Aidan also shares stories of Ireland and video tours of some favorite historical sites and tourist attractions on his website.
Here's his invitation to you to follow his weekly ramblings around Ireland, outlined on his website, Gifts of Ireland...
"Each week, I bring stories of Ireland to my community. Folklore, heraldry information, history, places, and some good oul' Irish craic! This little country of ours has been built with community at its core. Our sense of belonging and identity is strong, no matter where in the world you are."

The Prize
Our prize today is a combination gift featuring this lovely fleece, green, tartan blanket, plus a shamrock dish cloth, oven glove and pot holder set.
This is a perfect gift for those who are proud of their Irish heritage, and would like to add a little Irish themed decor to their home this March.
One lucky reader will win this home decor prize. Here's how to enter our little giveaway for a chance to win.

How To Enter Our Giveaway
To enter simply leave a comment on this blog post by noon Eastern Time on Thursday, March 7th, 2024.
You can write any comment you wish. What you write does not affect your chance of winning. If you need inspiration why not let us know if you own any Irish themed home decor.
If you live in Canada or Ireland, then please answer the following question in your comment by typing A, or B for the correct answer ...
The shamrock is a symbol of Ireland.
A. True
B. False
A winning comment will be chosen randomly using the Pick Giveaway Winner WordPress plug-in.
Remember to leave your email so that I can contact you should you win. Your email won’t be published, just used to contact our winner to organize prize delivery.
The winner will be announced on Thursday March 7th, 2024 at the bottom of this blog post.
You may check out Irish American Mom’s complete terms and conditions for sweepstakes’ entries here.
A big thank you to all who support this giveaway and share it with family and friends.
And many thanks to Gifts of Ireland for so generously sponsoring this prize, and for their generosity to the readers of Irish American Mom over the years.
Thanks for following my recipes and ramblings.
Update - Winner Chosen
Our winner has been randomly chosen using the Pick Giveaway Winner Plug-in for WordPress.
And the lucky reader is ….
Merryellen
I’ll send an email to arrange mailing of her prize. A big thank you to everyone for supporting this giveaway by leaving comments. I thoroughly enjoyed reading each and every comment.
Thank you all for supporting our Irish American community.
Stay tuned for more stories and giveaways over the coming weeks and months.

Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Mairéad -Irish American Mom
Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th
Mairéad - rhymes with parade
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Colette
I love Gifts of Ireland. I bought the Slainte sign for my husband.
Thanks for the wonderful blog too.
Cathleen Toomey
I will be making a few of your recipes for St Patrick's Day! Happy St Patrick's Day
Irish American Mom
Hi Cathleen - That's great to hear. I hope you will have a wonderful Irish feast this year.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Irish American Mom
Hi Colette - Lovely to hear your found something special for your husband on the Gifts of Ireland website.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Madeleine Combe
I have been following this blog since fall of last year - I absolutely love keeping up with your delightful ramblings ☘️💚
Irish American Mom
Hi Madeline - That's wonderful to hear. And thank you for choosing to celebrate your Irish heritage by following my recipes and ramblings. I really appreciate it.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Celeste Watt
I always enjoy reading your newsletters and learn new things. Proud to wear the green this month.
Irish American Mom
Hi Celeste - It's lovely to know you're proud of your Irish heritage. Thanks for checking out my ramblings and for exploring our ancestral cultural inheritance here in our Irish American community.
All the best,
Mairéad
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K Baker
So happy to see you in my inbox always a delight to read.
Irish American Mom
Hi there - Lovely to hear your enjoy my newsletter and ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Bernadette
How lovely! I love tartan and that one is beautiful! The pot holders are very sweet, cheery design. Thank you for the opportunity! I must get my Saint Patrick's Day menu in order!
Irish American Mom
Hi Bernadette - I love how meaningful these pieces are for anyone with Irish heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Marilyn
Hi Mairead;
Nice hearing from you once again. This is a generous and lovely giveaway. I love anything to do with Ireland and Irish products.
Happy ST.Patrick's Day
Marilyn
Irish American Mom
Hi Marilyn - Lovely to hear you like this prize. Thanks for stopping by to support this little giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Joan
Thank You Mairead for the chance to win this beautiful giveaway. Always happy to display or wear Irish products to show my pride in being Irish.
Have a wonderful and Happy ST.Patrick's Day
Joan
Irish American Mom
Hi Joan - It's lovely to know you're proud of your Irish heritage. Thanks for checking out my ramblings and for exploring our ancestral cultural inheritance here in our Irish American community.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Marion
So happy to receive a new blog from you Mairead. What a beautiful giveaway to celebrate the lovely country of Ireland and showing the
fine items from that country. I follow you on facebook and enjoy the photos there.
Wishing you and yours A Happy ST.Patrick's Day.
Marion
Irish American Mom
Hi Marion - Thanks for following me through my newsletter and Facebook. On my Facebook page I love to share photos I've taken in Ireland over the years, so there's plenty content there that is not always on my website. I'm delighted you enjoy my photos.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Trixie M Jones
Hello from Republic, Missouri! I appreciate your "musings" and information about Ireland. I've made some of your recipes (this past Christmas we decided to make some traditional Irish dishes), and your history of the Emerald Isle is interesting to read. I would be thrilled if I won these gifts!
Irish American Mom
Hi Trixie - Thank you for trying out my recipes and following my ramblings. I'm so glad you find them informative.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Maurice
Nice
Irish American Mom
Hi Maurice - Best of luck in our giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Fiona
Wow, what a beautiful collection of Irish motifs and colours reminding us all of the beautiful emerald Isle!!! Would any of us get the luck of the Irish and win one of these lovely gifs???
Answer A: True
Irish American Mom
Hi Fiona - One lucky reader will definitely win. Perhaps you'll have the luck of the Irish this time round.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Karen Reedy
I really enjoy your blog. I've made up a few of the cookie recipes. We are planning for our first trip to Ireland which will happen in late spring 2025.
Irish American Mom
Hi Karen - It's wonderful to hear you're planning your first trip to Ireland in 2025. I hope it will be a wonderful and memorable time. Thanks for stopping by.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Georgie
Thank you for connecting us with our Irish heritage!
Irish American Mom
Hi Georgie - And thank you for stopping by to read my ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Mary Walker
I love your crafts and your prizes! You asked about Irish decor. I have an Irish lass dancing, a statue that graces my bookshelf.
Irish American Mom
Hi Mary - It sounds like you have a lovely little memento of Ireland on your bookshelf. I love Irish dancing figurines. Thanks for entering for a chance to win this lovely prize.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Sherri Wiegman
Growing up we were told we were of Celtic ancestry, Scottish and Irish. Have been to both countries but the feeling when we landed in Ireland the first time was “I’m home.”
Irish American Mom
Hi Sherri - It's amazing how many Americans of Irish descent experience that overwhelming feeling of coming home once they land in Ireland. I believe we have deep ancestral connections to our homeland that we feel in our very DNA. Thanks for following my ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Mitzy
I love reading your blog. It has always brought a smile to my face. I enjoy reading about some of the traditions and seeing the wonderful photos from your home. Please keep writing.
Irish American Mom
Hi Mitzy - I'm so glad you enjoy my ramblings and recipes. It's wonderful to connect with readers who love Ireland as much as I do
All the best,
Mairéad
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Jessica
I do wish I had some Irish decor!
Irish American Mom
Hi Jessica - I love how meaningful Irish decor can be for anyone with Irish heritage.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Judie McLoughlin Williams
Love reading all that you post on here concerning Ireland. I have our family coat of arms on the wall and a great Irish cloth hanging from my father, William McLoughlin, with an Irish blessing on it…also my grandmothers Irish bread recipe that has been passed down for years…Yes the shamrock is a symbol used for Ireland…also love the recipes that you post on here…thank you so very much for all you share..judie
Irish American Mom
Hi Judie - Thanks for being such a loyal reader and for sharing your family's connections with Ireland, and the lovely family mementos and traditions you continue. I'm so glad you appreciate my ramblings about Ireland and the Irish recipes that I share.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Colleen Wright
Dear Mairead I think my most treasured Irish keepsakes are my 4 Irish bride dolls with a different symbol of Ireland stitched into each bridal gown and a beautiful Irish blessing tapestry as well as a emerald green rosary that was my dear Irish mothers. Thank you for your blog in ways it’s like my mother and grandmother her with me.
Sincerely,
Colleen Wright
Irish American Mom
Hi Colleen - It's lovely to hear my ramblings kindle warm memories of your mother and grandmother. It's lovely to hear you have some lovely Irish keepsakes to remind you of your heritage. Thanks so much for following along and for all of your support.
All the best,
Mairéad
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patricia ann waellner
The giveaways look very nice!!
Irish American Mom
Hi Patricia Ann - Thanks so much for checking out my recipes and ramblings, and for supporting our little giveaways.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Tammy Saville
Love your Blog! It makes me feel a little more connected to my Irish roots! My gran was from County Wicklow & My granddad & her raised my father & his siblings in Dublin. One of my Aunts still lives in the old family home on Connaught Street! I enjoy perusing your recipes & plan to try some out soon! And the answer to the giveaway question is “A”, the Shamrock is a symbol of Ireland. But NOT the 4 leaf clover!!
Irish American Mom
Hi Tammy - I'm so glad you enjoy my ramblings and recipes. It's wonderful to connect with readers who love Ireland as much as I do. Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your family connections with Ireland. It's lovely to hear your still have an aunt living in Dublin. I hope you get to visit often.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Suzanne Hovey
I enjoy everything about your blog. Thanks for all the tasty Irish recipes and craft ideas.
Irish American Mom
Hi Suzanne - Lovely to hear you enjoy my craft ideas as well as my Irish recipes. Thanks for being such a loyal reader.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Shelia
Irish Breakfast tea and my little tea bag holder decorated with shamrocks begin my day 🙂
Irish American Mom
Hi Sheila - The perfect way to start the day - a shamrock tea bag holder would bring a smile to my face each and every day.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Judy Blacke
Answer is A
A lovely gift package ☘️
Irish American Mom
Hi Judy - Best of luck in our giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Kithy
I always enjoy learning about my Irish heritage from you. Thanks for all you share.
Irish American Mom
Hi Kithy - Many thanks to you too for reading my ramblings and following along.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Darla
Learning about Ireland is easy with you!
Irish American Mom
Hi Darla - Nothing too high brow here, just a ramble along the highways and byways of Ireland, with a few stories thrown in for good measure. Thanks for stopping by.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Renee
The plaid tartan throw is absolutely gorgeous, love the colors, and the potholder set would beautify any kitchen, especially for St. Patrick’s Day! Happy celebrations to all! ☘️🇨🇮💚
Irish American Mom
Hi Renee - These gifts are definitely perfect for Saint Patrick's Day. Good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Colleen
Oh, how lovely, who would not love to brighten their kitchen
with those shamrock adorned kitchen set. Also the tartan plaid
blanket is a nice addition to keep yourself warm and is great as a
throw on a sofa or bed. I always enjoy your ramblings and stories.
Wishing you a very Happy St. Patrick's day. I am making scones and Irish
coffee for about 14-16 people. We will have a grand time.
Irish American Mom
Hi Colleen - Scones and Irish coffee are a perfect pairing for a Saint Patrick's Day celebration. Enjoy your time with friends and family.
All the best,
Mairéad
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manda
Love the post.
Irish American Mom
Thanks, Manda. Best of luck in our sweepstakes.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Sheila Kearney
What a beautiful blanket and kitchen set just in time for St. Patrick's Day! You always have such wonderful gifts to give away. Thank you so much for all you do!
Irish American Mom
Hi Sheila - Thanks for checking out my ramblings and raffles. Aidan, from Gifts of Ireland, has been extremely generous to readers of my blog over the years. I love all these gifts with lovely Irish flair.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Deborah O'Sullivan
Thank you Mairead for all your messages! I love learning more about our Irish heritage and trying out your recipes!
Irish American Mom
Hi Deborah - Thanks for all of your support. I really appreciate it.
All the best,
Mairéad
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paula
Yes, the shamrock is a symbol of Ireland, I hope to visit one day
Irish American Mom
Hi Paula - I hope it won't be long before you make your trip to the Emerald Isle. I cannot recommend Ireland enough, as a destination for anyone who has Irish roots, or loves all things Irish.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Joanna Ferris
A. I love being an Irish Canadian dual citizen!
Irish American Mom
Hi Joanna - That's fantastic. It's great to have dual citizenship. All of my family hold dual Irish and American citizenship. I feel blessed.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Judie Jamison
BEAUTIFUL! I had a too short 4 day visit to Dublin in 2018 but saw a lot: Wicklow but tour, Donahue's pub, Belfast bus trip including the Titanic Extravaganza. Just fabulous.
Irish American Mom
Hi Judie - You packed so much into 4 short days. Well done! I'm delighted you enjoyed your time. It sounds like Ireland will need to be on your to visit list again. Next time, I hope you get to see some of the spectacular scenery of the west coast.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Carol Murphy
I always enjoy seeing this newsletter
Irish American Mom
Hi Carol - That's wonderful to hear. Thanks for stopping by again this week. I really appreciate it.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Margaret Helgason
I am Irish and have been to Ireland Beautiful green country very friendly folks had a really good time Made my husband kiss the Blarney stone but he still doesn't talk much
Irish American Mom
Hi Margaret - I believe many men are beyond the power of the Blarney Stone. But we do need strong, silent types as well as talkers. Thanks for stopping by.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Karen Larson
Beautiful gifts == Thank You for the opportunity! A
Irish American Mom
Hi Karen - Thanks for your entry. Wishing you the best of luck.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Karen Larson
Thank You for the opportunity! A
Irish American Mom
Hi Karen - And thank you for supporting our giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Karen Larson
Just burg ne an Irish husband A
Irish American Mom
Hi Karen - I can't tell if you wish to win and Irish husband or already are lucky enough to be married to an Irish man. I highly recommend them. They're not overly romantic, but they're dedicated and loyal, which means the world.
All the best,
Mairéad
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j cabral
The shamrock is a symbol of Ireland.
A. True
Irish American Mom
Hi there - Best of luck in our raffle.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Justin Eyres
I love St Patricks day and Ireland
Answer is A. True
Irish American Mom
Hi Justin - March 17th and the weeks leading up to it are wonderful for anyone Irish.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Suzanne
These items look so cheery. I'd love to wrap up in a pretty tartan blanket. And the shamrock kitchen accessories will really pop.
Irish American Mom
Hi Suzanne - I love how vibrant the shades of green are on these lovely gifts. They're perfect for Saint Patrick's Day.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Garry D
A
Irish American Mom
Best of luck, Garry.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Martha
Beautiful gifts and great stories combined with delicious
recipes - Mairead your website is so inviting and friendly
and always I learn something new from it. Thank you.
Irish American Mom
Hi Martha - I'm thrilled to hear you enjoy my recipes and ramblings. Best of luck in our little giveaway.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Marisa Valent-Altland
I've gotten some of my favorite recipes from this blog! I love it!
Irish American Mom
Hi Marisa - That's wonderful to hear. Thanks for reading my recipes and ramblings.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Tommy Mac
Wonderful site brings a little bit of Ireland to me each time.
Irish American Mom
Hi Tommy - Thanks for being such a loyal reader.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Lisa
The answer to the question is “A”.
I’ll be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Guinness toast and some Colcannon. Slàinte to you!
Irish American Mom
Hi Lisa - Guinness and colcannon is a winning combination in my book. Happy Saint Patrick's Day.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Hilde Kvale
Hello again I don't think my previous comment made it into your blog post. It would be helpful to know if this giveaway is only for US/Canadian readers. Thank you.
Irish American Mom
Hi Hilde - US, UK, Canadian and Irish readers are welcome to join in. Here's a link to the terms and conditions for sweepstakes on my website.
https://www.irishamericanmom.com/sweepstakes-terms-conditions/
All the best,
Mairéad
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JoAnneH.
The answer is "A". I would love to visit your wonderful country. I think all of us have a little bit of Irish inside of us. Always look forward to the minty milkshakes, and lots more green stuff to commemorate the day made for fun!
Irish American Mom
Hi JoAnne - Lovely to hear you enjoy a little Saint Patrick's Day fun. It's a great time to be Irish.
All the best,
Mairéad
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Cassandra G.
Beautiful blanket, it would be my first Irish item for the home! My guess is: A. True
Irish American Mom
Hi Cassandra - Wishing you good luck in our drawing.
All the best,
Mairéad
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