Marks & Spencer – Christmas jumper

If your mum loves to be festive, but isn’t quite in favour of a tacky Christmas jumper, then this gift-wrapped sweater from Marks & Spencer is more tasteful, and it’s only €22. She’ll be all wrapped up for Christmas Day.

Avoca – travel wallet

This gift has been tried and tested by the ladies of Irish Country Living and we can safely say there is no better pressie for the lady who loves to go on holidays. It keeps your passport, ticket, cards and even loose change all together, in one safe wallet. It may be €39.95 in Avoca, but it is money well spent.

Busymum calendar

Do you have a busy, bustling household? Well make life a bit more stress-free, not just for mum, but for all the family, with this Busymum calendar. Play dates, holidays and school events can all be pencilled in. Prices start from just €12.99. Order this Irish product online at ww.busymum.ie

Ikea – Vinterkul pastry cutters

Whether you have a young chef in the kitchen or a more experienced one, everybody will get a Christmas kick out of the festive-themed Ikea Vinterkul pastry cutters, which cost €5 for a set of six. Perfect for brownies, cookies or even some savoury pizzas, this will put a smile on everybody’s face.

Women’s Little Christmas

Breakthrough Cancer Research has the perfect gift for your mom, sister, daughter, auntie, granny or best friend – tickets to its exclusive Women’s Little Christmas Afternoon Tea & Fashion Showcase on Sunday, 4 January, in the recently reopened Kingsley Hotel, Cork. Tickets cost €35 and you will be treated to afternoon tea, fashion shows, hair styling, as well as plenty of spot prizes and goodie bags. Get your ticket on www.break throughcancerresearch.ie

Moroccan lanterns

Many mammies spend hours getting the house just right for the family at Christmas. These fantastic Moroccan lanterns will add a special touch to your decorations and light up the home. They are great value at your local Dairygold Co-op Superstore. Get two medium lanterns for €30, or two large lanterns for €40 at www.coopsuperstores.ie

Kérastase – gift sets

Looking for the ultimate treat for your mum or sister? Let her discover the magic of hair oils with Elixir Ultime, or help her create light, reflecting, beautiful hair with the Reflection range. These luxurious Kérastase gift sets come with a free product, ranging from Ciment Thermique to K Styling’s Laque Noir. You’ll pick up these fabulous gift sets for €42.

Aldi – Veuve Monsigny Champagne Rosé

Treat the lady in your life to a night with the girls and make sure you top up her glass with Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny Champagne Rosé (€23.99). Made from a blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay grapes, this luxurious, apéritif-style champagne features an attractive toasted nose, at a price worth toasting.

NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Jovia – coffee maker

This NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® Jovia coffee maker is as cute as a button and comes in a palette of three colours, including statement cherry red, piano black and on-trend white. But enough about the look of it, the coffee tastes great too. You can find it for €99 in Arnotts, Expert electrical retail stores nationwide and Argos.

Castlemartyr Resort – gift voucher

There is nothing that signifies bliss and relaxation like a voucher for a weekend away. A real treat is a trip to Castlemartyr Resort in east Cork. Take a carriage ride around the stunning grounds, enjoy a relaxing massage or a round of golf. Vouchers start at €29 for afternoon tea for one, or you can splash out a little extra on a weekend break away. Contact Castlemartyr Resort on 021-4219000.

Clarks – handbag

You won’t go wrong with a stunning handbag and the best thing is you can find a really impressive bag without bursting the bank. We especially love the range in Clarks, like this Mapello Hope peach bag which costs €65. This will definitely earn you brownie points.

Shelly jacket

If the lady in your life likes nothing more than pulling on the walking boots and hitting the countryside for a breathtaking hike, then this warm, waterproof Shelly jacket is sure to keep her stylish and snug. Available in an attractive navy colour, you can grab one for €160. It’s available from www.farmward robe.ie, where you’ll find lots of fantastic outdoor clothing.

Irish Mammies mugs

Colm O’Regan’s Irish Mammies series has had us laughing for a good few Christmases with his hilarious catchphrases. Now to coincide with the release of his new Irish Mammies Christmas book, It’s earlier ’tis getting, Colm has a range of mugs that are bound to get your mammy giggling on Christmas morning. From Haven’t you enough gallivanting for one week? to Did you say a prayer to St Anthony?. The mugs retail at €9.50 on www.irishmammies.ie. A set of four mugs is €35.