Siobhán Daly Designs is an Irish-owned, multi-award-winning brand specialising in handcrafted jewellery and accessories, based in the heart of County Meath. Our handcrafted pieces are for those who seek to be uplifted by colour, craftsmanship, and design. We create accessories that not only make you look good but feel good too—offering a unique, thoughtful addition to your wardrobe. Our customers are environmentally conscious and appreciate the rich tradition of handcrafted Irish design, seeking pieces that are as distinctive as they are timeless.

The story behind the brand is deeply personal and wasn’t planned—it all started with a pair of oversized knickers!!

When I was young, my grandmother taught me how to sew by replacing the elastic in those very knickers. It wasn’t glamorous, but that moment planted the seed for my appreciation of craftsmanship and a “no waste” mentality that would become the foundation of Siobhán Daly Designs. It’s this ethos of sustainability that drives everything I create—pieces made with care and consideration, designed to last.

I’ve always been a maker—creating clothes, upcycling furniture, and experimenting with different materials. But it wasn’t until I started making beaded neckpieces that I realised I had something special. People took notice, and before I knew it, a small collection led to a social media page—and it just took off from there.

My love for jewellery has always been part of me. I’m a jewellery magpie—constantly drawn to sparkle and colour. Both my mother and grandmother were exceptionally stylish, and I like to think I inherited a bit of that from them. I’m entirely self-taught when it comes to jewellery design, though. I vividly remember being 18, in Galway, spending all my money at a bead shop, not knowing exactly how to use the materials, but feeling an undeniable pull to create. My friends teased me in university for spending my student budget on beads to make earrings, but that was just the beginning of something that would grow far beyond those humble beads.

My Irish roots are woven into every piece I create. My grandmother, an extraordinary knitter, used to make Aran sweaters that were sold in the States when her children were young. My mother, too, has incredible skills with crochet. Their talent and dedication to craftsmanship are what inspire me to create pieces that stand the test of time. Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword for me—it’s part of the tradition I grew up in, and I’m passionate about preserving it through my designs.

Nature is my greatest muse. Whether it’s the delicate hues of a flower or the intricate shapes of a leaf, I see beauty in every corner of the world. Nature’s colour palettes and textures guide every piece I create.

Travel also plays a huge role in my inspiration. There’s something about experiencing new places—the vibrant blue of the sky, the lush green of the waters, and the scents and flavours of foreign foods—that sharpens my senses and sparks my creativity. While I’ve had to stay grounded a bit more these days with my young family, the inspiration I’ve gathered from past travels continues to shape my designs.

I also have a deep love for vintage clothing and antique furniture. The craftsmanship, the stories held within each piece, and the attention to detail all fuel my passion for creating accessories that are not just beautiful but built to last.

My design process is more instinctive than planned. I don’t sketch my pieces—instead, I visualise them and let my hands bring them to life. Sometimes the materials speak for themselves. It might sound a little whimsical, but there are moments when the material itself knows what it’s meant to become.

Craftsmanship is at the heart of everything I do. If there’s any flaw, it doesn’t get made. I’m extremely particular about quality because I want every person who receives a piece from me to feel that same sense of joy and pride I do when I create it. I want them to feel radiant, confident, and empowered—because to me, jewellery is about more than just looking good. It’s about feeling good, too. “Look good, feel good” has been my guiding mantra since day one.

My hope is that every person who wears a piece from Siobhán Daly Designs not only loves it but feels inspired to share the story behind it. I want them to be ambassadors for the brand, to shout about it proudly, and to know they’re part of something more than just a purchase—they’re part of a movement toward more thoughtful, sustainable fashion.

• 2018  'Best Accessories Category' at the Meath Style awards.
• 2018 Siobhan Daly Designs was selected to have work displayed in Kildare Village as part of a leading millinery showcase.
  2019 finalist in Meath in Ireland's Best Young Entrepreneur Awards
• June 2019, Siobhan Daly Designs was selected by the Design and Crafts Council of Ireland to exhibit  at Bloom in the Irish Craft Village.
• January 2020 the business was a finalist at The Irish Wedding Awards for best accessories.
• February 2020 Siobhán Daly Designs was one of eight businesses selected by DCCI to attend a US trade show, unfortunately due to Covid this trip did not take place.
• 2021 Siobhan Daly Designs was featured in Irish Country Living Magazine.
• June 2021 Network Ireland Winner of Meath branch Businesswoman of the Year Award
• October 2022 Finalist in the National Irish Made Awards, ‘Accessories Category’
• November 2022 Founding member and committee member of Meath Made
• January 2023 Finalist in The Irish Wedding Awards for best accessories
• June 2023 Finalist in Meath Style Awards for best in Retail

Head designer Siobhán Daly has also won best dressed (or been a finalist) at several ladies' days showcasing the ability to style an outfit along with our creative capabilities.