What the market buys
Bridal, Claddagh and Celtic work, gold and silver, sold through family retailers and a well-developed tourist and export channel.
What that means for the box
Heritage designs are sold on their story, and the box is part of it. A branded box with the maker's name carries further when the piece leaves the country in a suitcase.
Practical considerations
Much of the export trade posts overseas. Boxes need to travel inside a mailer without scuffing, which usually means a slip lid rather than a hinged lid with an exposed edge.
Getting it to Ireland
Sea into Dublin or Cork for a run, air into Dublin for samples. Many shipments route via a UK hub, which adds a customs step since Brexit — routing direct is often simpler even when it looks slower on paper.
Working with buyers in Ireland
Independent retailers dominate and decisions are made by the owner rather than a buying department. That makes the conversation direct and quick, and it means a single good sample matters more than a range of options.
Made to your brand
Every box we make carries your name, your colours and your logo, and nothing on it identifies us. Where you are supplying a client under their brand, that is standard OEM work for us.
At a glance
| Factor | What it changes |
|---|---|
| Heritage and bridal trade | Branded box that travels with the story |
| Overseas posting | Slip lids over exposed hinged edges |
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship to Ireland?
Yes — we ship worldwide from Hong Kong.
What box suits a piece that will be posted abroad?
A slip-lid box inside a mailer. A hinged lid with an exposed edge scuffs first.
Can the box carry a story or a card?
Yes. A printed card sized to the interior is a common addition, and it is cheaper made in the same run as the box.
Can the box carry our brand rather than yours?
Yes. Nothing on the box identifies us. That is standard for the OEM work we do.
How do you ship to Ireland?
Sea into Dublin or Cork for a run, air into Dublin for samples. Many shipments route via a UK hub, which adds a customs step since Brexit — routing direct is often simpler even when it looks slower on paper.
Tell us what you need
Tell us what you sell, your brand and roughly what quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.