

’Tis the Season-al Irish Cheeseboard
We thought we’d share our secret to stress-free festive entertaining - The Perfect Cheeseboard. Ideal as an appetiser, cheese course on...


The Connemara Pine Whiskey Cooler
We’ve taken inspiration from our favourite symbol of Christmas THE TREE and concocted a cocktail with SERIOUS holiday cheer, by adding...


C Y B E R M O N D AY
It's that time of year again, where everyone in the Western world loses their collective minds trying to find the A B S O L U T E best...


D I Y - How to Make a Fragrant Wreath
As the leaves continue to fall and the days get shorter still - I think it's safe to say that the Festive Season is nearly upon us! With...


G r o w i n g
Just a little post about our newest edition to the April and the Bear team. I'm very happy to say that Michelle has joined us and she's...


Pop Pop! A Festive Shop.
Yup, the rumours are true - we've got another Pop Up Shop up our sleeve! Y a y. On the Thursday the 1st of December we'll be opening our...


The Original Hotline Bling...
Irish artist Helen Devine At April and the Bear, we strive to put a focus on Irish artists and have a particular fondness for those that use


Hassle-Free
You know those days where you look around your house and just DO NOT KNOW WHERE to start? Like, shall I tackle that precariously stacked...


Dark & Calm Bedroom
One of my favourite activities is building mood boards. When I worked in fashion - each season started with boards of ideas, textures and...


People in Black Houses
Like most, I love Pinterest. There are few things better than pinning late into the evening, with a glass of Malbec in hand and a pooch...