A Little Piece of Mayo: Kobe McDonald & Leah Maheady x Éidin

There’s something special about carrying a little piece of home with you, wherever life takes you. At Carraig Donn, we’re proud to call Mayo home, so our latest Éidin collection is a celebration of the county, its people and the pride that brings us all together.

To bring our exclusive Mayo edit to life, we headed to the spectacular Downpatrick Head, where we were joined by All-Ireland-winning Mayo footballer Kobe McDonald and his girlfriend, Leah Maheady. With breathtaking coastal views, a beautiful day on the west coast and two very special faces representing our home county, it was the perfect setting to capture this collection.

The new edit features our Mayo tote bag and exclusive Mayo necklace, thoughtful pieces designed for anyone who holds Mayo close to their heart. Whether you’re cheering on the county from home or carrying a little piece of Ireland with you overseas, these keepsakes are all about celebrating where you come from.

A keepsake for every Mayo fan

At the heart of the collection is our exclusive Éidin Mayo necklace, a meaningful piece of jewellery that celebrates the pride and passion of the county.

The necklace features a map of Ireland pendant, with Mayo outlined and Maigh Eo Abú engraved on the front, alongside the year 2026 on the reverse. It’s a thoughtful memento for Mayo supporters and a lovely way to mark a special year for the county.

Leah wore the necklace alongside other beautiful pieces from Éidin, showcasing the collection’s Irish-inspired style. Kobe also wore the Mayo necklace, paired with an Éidin harp signet ring, making the pieces a natural fit for everyday wear.

With Christmas on the horizon, the necklace makes a particularly meaningful gift for the Mayo fan in your life, especially for family and friends living abroad who would love a reminder of home. With limited stock available, it’s a lovely keepsake to secure in time for Christmas gifting.

Celebrating Irish craftsmanship with Éidin x Aran Woollen Mills

The shoot was also the perfect opportunity to showcase another special piece in our collection: the exclusive Cream Claddagh Aran Jumper, created in collaboration with Aran Woollen Mills.

Worn by Leah for the shoot, this beautiful jumper celebrates traditional Irish knitwear with a fresh, contemporary silhouette. Designed and made in Ireland from 100% Merino wool, it features a chunky cable knit, an intricate honeycomb stitch centre and a distinctive green Claddagh motif.

Every detail carries meaning. The Claddagh symbol represents love, loyalty and friendship, while the traditional cable stitch is inspired by fishermen’s ropes and associated with safety and good luck at sea. The honeycomb stitch represents abundance, making this a piece that brings together heritage, craftsmanship and thoughtful design.

With its cropped shape, ribbed collar and hem, and extended ribbed cuffs, the jumper offers a modern take on a timeless Irish classic. It’s an exclusive collaboration that we’re particularly proud of, celebrating the skill and tradition of Irish knitwear.

Kobe wore a classic cream Aran Woollen Mills sweater, layered with a sneak peek at some new men's Westquay fleeces coming soon to Carraig Donn. Together, the looks captured the easy, relaxed style of the west of Ireland while showcasing the breadth of our Irish-inspired collections.

A day on the Mayo coast

Downpatrick Head provided the most beautiful backdrop for the shoot, with its dramatic cliffs, Atlantic views and unmistakable connection to the Mayo landscape. We were incredibly lucky with the weather, allowing us to capture the collection in the sunshine and make the most of this special location.

It was a lovely day celebrating our home county with Kobe and Leah, bringing together Irish design, meaningful keepsakes and pieces that reflect our connection to the west of Ireland.

A huge thank you to Kobe and Leah for being part of the shoot, and to the wonderful team behind the scenes who helped bring everything together. It was a pleasure to see these pieces come to life in such a special setting.

As a Mayo-born brand with roots in the west of Ireland, we’re delighted to introduce this edit and celebrate the place we’re proud to call home.

We’d also like to wish Kobe the very best of luck as he heads to Australia. We hope he takes a little piece of Mayo with him!

Take a little piece of Mayo home

Whether you’re shopping for a lifelong Mayo supporter, looking for a meaningful Christmas gift or simply want to celebrate your connection to the county, our new Éidin Mayo edit offers a lovely way to keep that connection close.

From the exclusive Mayo necklace and tote bag to our Irish-made Éidin x Aran Woollen Mills Claddagh Aran Jumper, each piece celebrates Irish heritage with a little Carraig Donn touch.

Shop the Éidin Mayo collection and our exclusive Irish knitwear in stores and online at www.carraigdonn.com.

Limited stocks available on our exclusive Mayo necklace. Order now to secure a special piece of Mayo for Christmas.