Design Notions

Design Notions Graphic Design and Illustration
Handmade Heartmap prints made to order
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Award-winning Graphic Designer
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💙💛💜 A design with heartDesign Notions was honoured to be commissioned by Wexford Borough Council to create a symbolic He...
06/04/2026

💙💛💜 A design with heart

Design Notions was honoured to be commissioned by Wexford Borough Council to create a symbolic Heartmap connecting Wexford, Ireland and Nizhyn, Ukraine — two towns now bound by a twinning solidarity, not just geography.

As war continues to impact Ukraine, Wexford has reaffirmed its commitment by entering a twinning agreement with Nizhyn, located in Chernihiv Oblast in northern Ukraine. To mark this historic bond, I had the privilege of designing the twinning documents, alongside a special Heartmap symbolising the emotional and cultural link between our communities.

During a ceremony at County Hall, Mayor of Wexford, Cllr. Garry Laffan, formally presented the Heartmap to Mr. Oleksandr Kodola, Mayor of Nizhyn.

Design has the power to tell stories, bridge distances, and honour hope. This one is for peace, friendship, and resilience.

Photo 1: His Worship the Mayor, Cllr. Garry Laffan and Mr. Oleksandr Kodola, Mayor of Nizhyn, Ukraine

Photo 2: Mr. Anthony Bailey, Wexford Borough District Manager, HWTM Cllr. Garry Laffan, Ms. Antonina Shliakotina, Deputy Head of Mission (Ukrainian Embassy) Mr. Oleksandr Kodola, Mayor of Nizhyn.

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// Absolutely stunning sunrise here this morning in county Wexford.💙💜🩷❤️🧡💛
17/02/2026

// Absolutely stunning sunrise here this morning in county Wexford.
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// 🌱❤️ Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword at Design Notions—it’s a commitment. Our packaging is now 100% plastic-free ...
14/02/2026

// 🌱❤️ Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword at Design Notions—it’s a commitment. Our packaging is now 100% plastic-free and fully compostable. From our green bubble wrap to our mailing bags.

Every detail matters. From the product to the package it arrives in, we are dedicated to reducing waste and keeping our Irish seas and waterways clean. When you choose Design Notions, you’re not just choosing beautiful design; you’re choosing to leave a lighter footprint on the planet. Let’s keep the sea plastic-free, together. 🌍🤝

10/02/2026

Your story, mapped with grá. ❤️🗺️

Celebrate your most meaningful places & people. Pick your colours. Add your dates, names, and message in any language.

A timeless keepsake, designed and printed in Ireland.

Ready to tell your story? Link in bio to create yours! ✨

Designed - Printed - Made in Ireland

🇨🇦 Canada & Ireland Edition! 🇮🇪Missing the True North while loving the Emerald Isle? We've got a little piece of home fo...
06/02/2026

🇨🇦 Canada & Ireland Edition! 🇮🇪

Missing the True North while loving the Emerald Isle? We've got a little piece of home for you, and it's an absolute beauty.

Introducing our Canada & Ireland Heartmap – a custom keepsake to celebrate your iconic connection.

Make it your own:
• Add names, a special date, or a meaningful message
• Throw in a quote in Irish, Français, and English
• Choose your colours from our handmade palette
• Link "The 6ix" to Galway Bay or "YVR" to the Cliffs of Moher – you name it!

More than just a pretty piece, it's the perfect gift to celebrate your story. Perfect for your home or as a thoughtful gift for a friend from back home.

Create your keepsake today!

👉 Get designing on our online shop:
https://designnotions.com/

P.S. Need a hand or have a specific idea? Give us a shout, we're happy to help.

Look up! Look north!Stunning northern lights over Irish skies tonight.🌈✨😮
19/01/2026

Look up! Look north!
Stunning northern lights over Irish skies tonight.
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🚘 Field trip to showcase_ireland at the RDS, Dublin yesterday with Wexford makers timea_timeajewellery and kosymadebysim...
19/01/2026

🚘 Field trip to showcase_ireland at the RDS, Dublin yesterday with Wexford makers timea_timeajewellery and kosymadebysimone

A world of storied Irish products and the people who make them, with standout products and talented makers across Home & Gift, Fashion, Jewellery and Wellness.

One of my goals is to exhibit at Showcase this time next year. 🤞🏻

12/01/2026

🇮🇪❤️🇮🇳 Ireland & India personalised Heartmaps

Celebrate your connections with a personalised map connecting any two (or more) countries.

Choose from my handcrafted colour palette.
Personalise your map with your own meaningful message, add names, dates, or other languages - anything is possible!

Tell your story. A timeless keepsake, crafted from the heart.

Designed and printed with grá.

Visit my online store now or message me for more information:
https://designnotions.com/

People often ask about my process. Let me show you... 👇Step 1: The Messy Beginning 🎨It all starts here in the Design Not...
11/01/2026

People often ask about my process. Let me show you... 👇

Step 1: The Messy Beginning 🎨
It all starts here in the Design Notions studio, making a big mess with purpose! Every Heartmap begins with handcrafted textures. This is where the unique, soulful feel is born—nothing AI about it.

Step 2: A Close-Up on Texture 🖌
This is what I'm after! Every brushstroke, drip, and blend holds emotion. Capturing this physical texture is crucial—it’s the foundational layer that makes your Heartmap feel alive and tactile, even as a print.

Step 3: Capturing the Craft 📸
From analogue to digital. I photograph every inch of my handmade textures to turn them into digital assets. This is the bridge between the physical world of paint and the digital world of design. 📸

Step 4: Designing with Grá ❤️
Now for the heart of it! At my design desk, I layer those captured textures with maps, typography, and years of design experience. This is where intention meets intuition, crafting the final layout that tells your story.

Step 5: The Magic of the Print 🖨
Watching the final piece come to life! I use a professional giclée printer with pigment ink and museum-quality paper. This ensures the colours are vibrant, the details of my textures are razor-sharp, and your print will last a lifetime.

Step 6: Precision & Presentation 🖼
The finishing touch. Your print arrives ready-to-display, mounted on a premium, acid-free card mount. It’s hinged to open like a card, perfect for writing a personal message inside. The mounted print can stand on its own or be placed into a standard frame.

Step 7: Packaged with Care 📦
The final step: protection and presentation. Each Heartmap is securely packed in signature Design Notions packaging, ready to be shipped to its new home. From my hands to your heart. 💌

It starts with paint and ends with love. The Heartmap journey.
Designed and printed with grá by Design Notions.

Ready to create your Heartmap? Vist my websote and online store:
https://designnotions.com/

✨New Etsy store✨
https://designnotionsireland.etsy.com

08/01/2026

Two hearts, one journey. ❤️✨

I was so honoured to see one of my custom Heartmap prints celebrating this beautiful union. It perfectly captures the story of two souls from different places, now charting a shared forever.

Your love story is unique, and your keepsake should be too. 💍
Design Notion's custom wedding prints are thoughtfully personalised with your names, wedding date, meaningful locations, and a special message. I work closely with you to design a Heartmap that’s as one-of-a-kind as your love.

Commemorate your special day with a timeless piece.
Perfect for wedding and engagement gifts.

Designed, printed and made in Ireland.

👉 Tap the link in our bio to start designing your own love story.
🔗 Or visit www.designnotions.com

04/01/2026

Don't just give a gift. Give a legacy. A Heartmap is the high-quality, handcrafted gift that makes you look as good as it looks on their wall.

✨ My 2025 in Full Colour ✨What a year it’s been! I packed my prints and set off on a wonderful journey across the sunny ...
31/12/2025

✨ My 2025 in Full Colour ✨

What a year it’s been! I packed my prints and set off on a wonderful journey across the sunny south-east of Ireland with Design Notions, sharing my passion for craft and meeting the most incredible people.

I soaked up the creative buzz at the Ballymaloe Craft Fair, felt the sea breeze at the Duncannon Beach Craft Market, and revelled in the festive magic of Gifted Contemporary Craft & Design Fair at the RDS.

But the true highlight? That was you. Every conversation with a fellow crafter, every smile from a customer finding the perfect piece, every bit of support – you made my 2025 unforgettable. ❤️

From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Thank you for following this journey, for choosing handmade, and for bringing my creations into your stories.

I am brimming with ideas and excitement for 2026.

Wishing you a peaceful end to the year and a beautiful new beginning.

See you in 2026!

Le Grá

Ann
Owner & Maker, Design Notions

Address

Wexford

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+353873499513

Website

https://designnotions.sumupstore.com/, https://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignNotionsIreland

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