Do indigenous peoples have an unassailable right to the land they have worked and lived on, or are those rights conferred and protected only when a powerful political authority exists? In the tradition of John Locke and Thomas Hob…

Helm is a ferocious, mischievous wind - a subject of folklore and wonder - who has blasted the sublime landscape of the Eden Valley since the very dawn of time.This is Helm's life story, formed from the chronicles of those the win…

We want to live. Drink gin. Squeeze into the front of big cars and drive up outside big hotels.We want to go places. Caithleen is a romantic: she dreams of finding a handsome man who will sweep her away and look after her. Her fri…

Jessica Traynor’s New Arcana explores grief, bad boyfriends and the power of female friendship through readings of the Tarot and Tim Burton movies. Moving from teenage friendship and destructive relationships towards a tangling wi…

With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree.Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, will soon be ablaz…

Tucked away on a narrow side street in Tokyo is the Torunka Café, a neighbourhood nook where the passersby are as likely to be local cats as tourists. Its regulars include Chinatsu Yukimura, a mysterious young woman who always lea…

On Land and Water combines the work of photographer Sheena Jolley and poet D.J. O’Sullivan. Sheena Jolley has gained a huge international reputation as a wildlife photographer and will be well known to Irish television viewers as …

This design was made with horse lovers in mind. It features four majestic horses as they gallop across a green meadow, with their manes and tails blowing in the wind. The pattern resembles a camo print, making this a great design …

Starting 8th of October, Sirdar will release free weekly digital patterns and how to videos, which you'll find HERE All aboard for the Santa’s Workshop Christmas Crochet Along (CAL) from Sirdar! the Santa's Workshop Crochet Along …

InvestiGators: Case Files is a special solve-along edition of the laugh-out-loud, full colour comic book series. Find clues, spot suspects and crack six new cases alongside the InvestiGators! Immersive mystery-solving fun – …

The Preppy Scarf Set is the perfect knitting pattern for beginners looking for an introduction to colour-changing. Using simple rib stitch throughout in two fashionable shades of Sirdar Stories Chunky you’ll get to grips with the …

A fuss-free cardigan you’ll want to knit in all your favourite shades of gently brushed Sirdar Soft Down. This knitting pattern features continuous Fisherman’s rib with an elegant i-cord trim and no fastenings for a light, lofty e…

This colourful cardigan knitting pattern is an instant mood boost. In trend-led shades of fashionable Sirdar Stories Chunky, it is as fun to wear as it is satisfyingly simple to knit for any skill level. Put some colour therapy in…

If you’re a fan of knitting in-the-round (or not a fan of sewing-up), we think you’ll love this striped sweater pattern. Worked from the bottom-up in fashionable Sirdar Stories Chunky, raglan sleeves create a continuous square str…

Every wardrobe needs a versatile tank. Knit this one with an on-trend extended shoulder for structure and a tapered set-in armhole for less bulk making it perfect for layering. The quirky stripes, in two fashion-friendly colour-wa…

When the weekend weather turns chilly, a high-neck sweater will keep your plans on track. This easy-knit pattern features bold colour-block stripes in fashionable Sirdar Stories Chunky, tipped with white to keep your look fresh. Y…

A simple knitting pattern elevated by a clever cable design that creates subtle heart shaped details in trend-led Sirdar Stories Chunky. The set-in sleeves reduce bulk under the arms, so you can comfortably wear this chunky knit u…

This sweater knitting pattern, with its chunky stripe and spot design, is the ideal introduction to Fair Isle knitting. Drop sleeves and a relaxed, boxy shape keep things simple so you can focus on your colour-changes in quick-kni…

Stand out in a sweater that really pops! This bubble stitch knitting pattern creates striking scallop-edged stripes with extra bubbly personality in fashionable, quick-knit Sirdar Stories Chunky. You will also need: 1 Pair of 6½m…

This fun crop cardigan is an easy knitting pattern in fashionable Sirdar Stories Chunky, ideal for practising your colour changes. The integral garter stitch border creates continuous stripes which match-up across the front and th…

In 1981, the Stardust nightclub in Dublin was a beacon for the city's nightlife - until it became a nightmare. On that fateful Valentine's Day the dance floor became a scene of horror, as flames engulfed the venue, claiming the li…

The History of Sound examines the unexpected ways the past returns to us and how love and loss are entwined and transformed over generations. In Ben Shattuck's ingenious collection, each story has a companion story, which contains…

Beneath our feet, in our hedgerows, trees and under our seas lies a complex community of beings that goes unseen and unheard by us humans. Soil is the stuff of life itself, bustling with microbes, fungi, beetles and earthworms tha…

Surrounded on all sides by water, Ireland and its people have long been shaped by the sea. Ireland has a rich history of famous – and infamous – mariners: from our earliest navigators, who may have reached North America – by curra…

The Bailout Babies dives into the lives of a generation caught between Ireland’s crash and comeback. Born in the boom, they grew up in an era of good jobs, easy debt and leisurely brunches. But before they were old enough to benef…

Made in rounds, so there’s no sewing up, the deceptively simple clusters of trebles provide a peaceful, repetitive crochet pattern. The result is a beautiful scallop effect with gentle clouds of colour that radiate from the centre…

This cosy Crochet Blanket Set is a quick make in self-striping, wool-blend Hayfield Spirit Chunky. Crochet on an 8mm hook for a beautiful drape. You will also need: 1 x 8.00 (UK0 - USAL/11) Crochet Hook. 46cm (18in) Zip Fastener…

Brighten chilly days with a square blanket knit in-the-round with no sewing up! Alternate stocking stitch and garter stitch to add texture to the square stripes of Hayfield Spirit Chunky which radiate effortlessly from the centre …

A cost-effective knit using just three balls of self- striping Hayfield Spirit Chunky. This striking chevron knitting pattern creates an elegant ‘arrow’ shape scarf to add a pop of seasonal colour to your outerwear. You will als…

A cost effective two-ball project, the Infinity Crochet Cowl is ideal for beginners. Focus on perfecting your granny stripes and let Hayfield Spirit Chunky take care of the colour changes for you. A quick make on a 7mm hook, you’l…