Cleo Knitwear
Cleo Knitwear
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09:30 - 05:30
Monday
09:30 - 05:30
Tuesday
09:30 - 05:30
Wednesday
09:30 - 05:30
Thursday
09:30 - 05:30
Friday
09:30 - 05:30
Saturday
09:30 - 05:30
Sunday
11:00 - 05:30
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Cleo is a family run Irish knitwear and design shop based in Dublin supporting Irish knitters and makers since 1936.
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Erika C
Glendale, CA101 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
I stopped into Cleo, drawn in by the display of wool items in the window, and what a treasure! There are so many wonderful handmade goods in here, that I got almost all of my gifts for “back home” from here. Don’t miss the second room of goods in the back!
Written 20 December 2022
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Lawrence T
Isle of Man, UK177 contributions
Jun 2022
Came here looking for an Irish sweater. Welcomed by a very pleasant lady who helped me find nit one but two sweaters I couldn't leave behind.
Unlike most if the shops selling Irish souvenirs this lady made me feel like a welcome guest.
Unlike most if the shops selling Irish souvenirs this lady made me feel like a welcome guest.
Written 25 June 2022
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SANTraveler8
Encinitas, CA274 contributions
Aug 2020
This is THE best shop in Dublin!! We discovered it 3 years ago when we were there. Bought several items. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the products from all over Ireland gorgeous and very high quality, and the prices very reasonable.
This month, since we couldn't go in person, I went up to their web site and bought a large throw for our bed in winter, and a cardigan sweater for my wife for Xmas. They arrived safely and are wonderful! So even if you can't shop in person now by going to Dublin, this store is well worth checking out.
This month, since we couldn't go in person, I went up to their web site and bought a large throw for our bed in winter, and a cardigan sweater for my wife for Xmas. They arrived safely and are wonderful! So even if you can't shop in person now by going to Dublin, this store is well worth checking out.
Written 26 August 2020
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Brie
1 contribution
Aug 2019
After reading some great reviews I first visited Cleo about 3 years ago in search of an Irish sweater. I am SO happy that I found this shop the day before I was due to go back home. They have the most beautiful and truly one of a kind sweaters (among other great items). The brands they carry are extremely well made. They also have their Cleo originals that are hand knit from local knitters around Ireland. I love this store so much that it was my first stop back when I returned the following year, and now that I have found their website I am in BIG trouble! :) Going to this shop is a must if you are in Dublin, you can see all the wonderful patterns and styles of different knitters from all over. I also have had a wonderful experience e-mailing back and forth with Sarah on a sweater she is having custom knit for me, Cleo is truly a very special shop.
Written 1 July 2020
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Rebecca
2 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
14 years ago I took a special trip to Ireland and one of the highlights of my trip was finding an expertly handknit Aran cardigan at Cleo in Dublin. When my vacation to Ireland this year had to be postponed, I decided to buy another handknit sweater from them online. Through a couple of emails, I decided on the sweater I wanted to order. They were very responsive and easy to work with. The sweater included a tag with the name of the woman who made it and is beautiful inside and out - truly heirloom quality! It's made of hearty Irish wool and will last for a good long time.
Written 16 March 2020
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Thank you Rebecca. It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you and how lovely to have heard from you after your visit 14 years ago. Enjoy wearing the sweater for many years to come.
Written 17 March 2020
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epew3535
Alna, ME52 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We visited Cleo ltd in Dublin in October of 2017, and have never forgotten the beautiful, unusual purchases we made then. And we continue to write to them to purchase sweaters, socks and hats. The staff treats us like old friends, so it is lovely to continue to buy items that are well made and beautiful from this shop in Dublin. Do look on their website: cleo-ltd.com
Written 16 March 2020
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Thank you Elaine. Always such a pleasure to hear from you. Enjoy your items.
Written 17 March 2020
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Rod D
Brisbane, Australia50 contributions
Jun 2019
An absolutely fabulous shop, managed by a charming, patient and very knowledgeable lady. The stock is amazing, it was very difficult to leave with just a few items, but we had only just started a 6 week holiday from Australia and packing space was at a premium. Without doubt, the only place to but authentic Irish woollen goods - avoid the tourist shops and head straight here (you won't find this quality anywhere else in Dublin).
Written 21 August 2019
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JonRMack
Newfane, VT88 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Having wandered through many stores that offered little, it was great to find this small store with wonderful local Irish knit goods. Beautiful wool sweaters weren't cheap, but are the real thing and if that's what you want, this is the place. I found a soft woolen scarf at a reasonable price that served me extremely well through the rest of the trip. Definitely worth checking out.
Written 8 January 2019
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YourLadyMother
Atlanta, GA45 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
Located in a gorgeous old townhouse, Cleo's offers beautiful goods and friendly, impeccable service. The focus is on woolens: lovely sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves and blankets. There are some other items like candles as well. Most of the goods are Irish made but they also have lovely Fair Isle sweaters from Scotland. I found some really unique gifts to bring home and treated myself as well. If you are leaving the country, be sure to ask about the VAT refund-- 20% on most items and the staff will go above and beyond to help you (they did for me). Highly recommend that you stop by Cleo's -- close to St Stephen's Green and the center of town. One of the few retailers in Dublin to take Am Ex, too.
Written 28 November 2018
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daneenhfo
San Jose, CA14 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
We were told to go to Cleo if we wanted something wonderful to take home for ourselves and this was surely the place. All kinds of scarves, sweaters, blankets, socks and even jewelry and stuffed animals all made by Irish artists. Wonderful shop and very friendly staff.
Written 10 October 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cleo Knitwear
- Cleo Knitwear is open:
- Sun - Sun 11:00 - 05:30
- Mon - Sat 09:30 - 05:30
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- Restaurants near Cleo Knitwear:
- (0.04 km) The Saddle Room Restaurant
- (0.05 km) No. 27 Bar & Lounge
- (0.15 km) Tang Cafe
- (0.15 km) Beanhive
- (0.16 km) Peruke & Periwig