If the name on the card is MacBrady, keep the Mac on the gift. Brady and MacBrady have separate blankets and mugs, so you can choose the right spelling without compromising on the kind of present. For Brady Christmas gifts, there are also two ornament styles worth comparing.
Start with the name they use
- Brady home gift: 100% cotton woven blanket.
- MacBrady home gift: 100% cotton woven blanket.
- Everyday gift: Brady mug or MacBrady mug.
- Brady Christmas keepsake: round ceramic ornament or framed ornament.
Which blanket belongs in their home?
Both linked woven blankets use 100% cotton, have fringed edges and offer 52 × 37, 60 × 50 and 80 × 60-inch sizes. The artwork is formed in the cloth, and the MacBrady listing specifies a color-negative reverse. Check the design and spelling first, then the dimensions. The small size makes a compact chair accent; the middle is a useful starting point for a personal throw; the largest needs more space. Follow the care instructions on the selected listing rather than assuming every textile can be washed together.
When the gift should be easy to use
The Brady mug and MacBrady mug are both 11 oz ceramic accent mugs with black handles and interiors, and are microwave and dishwasher safe. A mug is a good direction for a birthday, a thank-you or a family gift exchange where you want something useful without collecting clothing sizes. Select each person’s correct listing before ordering multiples.
Two Brady ornaments with a different finish
The ceramic ornament is round, 3 inches across, printed on both sides and supplied with a gold cord. The framed ornament measures 3.25 × 2.31 inches and has a one-sided print in a silver-tone metal frame with a satin ribbon. Choose ceramic for a design that remains visible as it turns on the branch; choose the frame for someone who prefers a miniature portrait-style decoration. Do not assume the framed piece includes a freestanding easel unless the current listing shows one.
A note that makes the name personal
For a parent, grandparent or new household, mention a place, photograph or memory that belongs to your own family. The wider Cavan story is interesting background, but it does not prove an individual branch. If you are celebrating two surnames, give separately chosen pieces or include both in the card; these blankets are fixed Brady and MacBrady designs.
Questions before you choose
Do MacBrady gifts keep the full name?
The linked MacBrady blanket and mug are separately named products. Check their artwork and choose them rather than expecting a Brady item to be altered.
Which Brady ornament is double-sided?
The 3-inch round ceramic ornament is double-sided. The silver-tone framed ornament has a one-sided print.
Ordering for a date
Allow for making the gift as well as shipping it. Production is usually 1–5 business days, followed by estimated transit of 2–5 business days in the US or 5–10 in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. Shipping is free to these six destinations. These are estimates, so leave extra time for a birthday, reunion or Christmas. Check current options and pricing on the product page before ordering.
Sources and product details
Product details checked 10 October 2026: Brady Irish Woven Blanket | Cavan Breffny Family Crest Throw, MacBrady Irish Family Crest Woven Blanket – Irish National Tartan, Brady Irish Family Crest Accent Mug, MacBrady Irish Family Crest Accent Mug, Brady Irish Family Crest Ceramic Christmas Ornament, Brady Irish Family Crest Framed Christmas Ornament. Shipping policy. Further reading: Brady surname history.