McCann is the Gaelic Mac Cana, the name of the lords of Clann Breasail on the south shore of Lough Neagh in County Armagh, and the McCann crest on the Irish National Tartan runs through most of our McCann and MacCann Irish family gifts collection. Here is how to choose between the blankets, mugs, flag, ornament and tee.
Which McCann Blanket: Woven Cotton or Printed Throw?
For a wedding, a milestone birthday or the person who keeps the family photographs, choose one of the two woven cotton blankets. In the House of MacCann woven blanket the crest is woven into 100% cotton yarn rather than printed on the surface, finished with fringed edges and a color-negative image on the reverse. The McCann woven crest throw displays the McCann spelling and is also 100% cotton with traditional fringe. The House of MacCann blanket displays the MacCann spelling. Both come in 52″ × 37″, 60″ × 50″ and 80″ × 60″: the smallest drapes over a reading chair, and the largest covers the foot of a bed.
The McCann printed tartan throw is the lighter everyday choice. It measures 50″ × 60″ in 100% polyester, with the design printed on the front, a white back and hemmed edges, and it earns its place in a dorm room, a camper or on the back of the sofa where it gets used every evening.
McCann or MacCann: Which Mug?
Buy the mug in the spelling the family actually signs. The McCann family crest mug and the MacCann Irish National Tartan mug are both 11oz ceramic accent mugs with a black handle and black interior, and both are microwave and dishwasher safe. Either one turns the first coffee of the day into a small reminder of the name, and each fits neatly in a Christmas stocking or a desk-drawer birthday surprise.
Where Will the House of Maccann Flag Fly?
The House of Maccann garden flag belongs by the front door, on a porch or at the end of the driveway. It comes in 12″ × 18″ and 24.5″ × 32″, printed on lightweight poly poplin-canvas with a sewn top sleeve that fits most standard garden poles and stands. The pole is not included, so add a stand if the recipient does not already have one.
A McCann Ornament for the Tree
The McCann framed Christmas ornament sets the crest on the Irish National Tartan inside a polished silver-tone metal portrait frame, 3.25 × 2.31 inches, printed on one side and hung from a satin ribbon. It suits a couple’s first Christmas in a new house, or a relative abroad who would like a piece of the family story on the tree.
The McCann T-Shirt
The McCann Irish heritage T-shirt is the one piece without the crest. It pairs McCann lettering with a Celtic harp and “Irish Heritage” artwork on a Gildan 64000 Softstyle unisex tee, in Black, Irish Green or Dark Heather Grey, sizes S to 3XL. Order several for a reunion photograph or a St. Patrick’s Day parade.
Put the Story in the Card
Two lines worth writing inside: “In 1155 the annalists mourned Amhlaeibh Mac Cana, lord of the McCann country beside Lough Neagh, as the pillar of the chivalry of all Cinel-Eoghain.” Or: “Lurgan’s Irish name, Lorgain Bhaile Mhic Cana, still means the long low ridge of McCann’s settlement.”
For the lords of Clanbrassil, the 1641 rising and the records to search, read our McCann Irish surname history.
McCann Gift FAQ
Which McCann gift suits a wedding?
A woven cotton blanket in the 60″ × 50″ or 80″ × 60″ size, large enough for a couple’s sofa or bed.
Is there anything for the MacCann spelling?
Yes. The House of MacCann woven blanket, MacCann mug and House of MacCann garden flag carry the Mac spelling. The other woven blanket, printed throw, ornament, McCann crest mug and tee display McCann.
Does the McCann T-shirt show the tartan?
No. The tee carries the name with a Celtic harp; choose a blanket, mug, flag or the ornament for the crest on the Irish National Tartan.
How soon will a McCann gift ship?
Each piece is made after you order, in one to five business days, and ships free to seven countries.