The Things Our Grandparents Said | Irish Kitchen Sayings Print | Irish Family Wall Art

The Things Our Grandparents Said

Sayings heard in Irish kitchens for generations.

Somewhere between the kettle boiling, the rain on the window, and the family gathered around the table, there were certain phrases every Irish child seemed to hear.

“Sure it’ll be grand.”

“Close the door, were you born in a field?”

“Put on a coat, I’m cold looking at you.”

“If it was a snake it’d have bit you.”

For generations, these words echoed through kitchens, cottages, farmhouses, and family homes across Ireland. They were spoken with humour, wisdom, love, and occasionally a raised eyebrow.

This artwork is a celebration of those unforgettable sayings and the people who said them.

Rich with nostalgic details, hidden memories, and familiar expressions, the scene invites you to step into a warm Irish kitchen where the kettle is always close to boiling, the tea is never far away, and somebody is bound to remind you what the neighbours might think.

Whether it reminds you of your granny, your granda, your parents, or perhaps even yourself, this piece captures a shared part of Irish family life that continues to be passed from one generation to the next.

Perfect for:

☘️ Irish homes
☘️ Irish-American families
☘️ Grandparent gifts
☘️ Family kitchens
☘️ Housewarming gifts
☘️ Heritage collections
☘️ Christmas gifting
☘️ Anyone who grew up hearing these sayings

A conversation piece filled with warmth, humour, and memories.

The sort of print visitors don’t just glance at—they stop, smile, point at a saying, and say:

“My granny used to say that.”

Available in A5, A4, A3 and A2 sizes.

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Packaging

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