Tough Soles Store
I love being outside, and the small reminders it leaves me with. The wind burn on my face after a long day outside - the sock tan line after a summer wearing my favourite pair - the scar from a nicked finger, an unplanned keepsake.
Below you’ll find things I've made myself, and with others, all inspired by our time outside. Small keepsakes and reminders for the days in between adventures.
Physical Items
Inspired by Ireland’s dedicated bothies and camping shelters along our long distance trails, the Bothies of Ireland tee is a boxy fit on a warm organic cotton. Designed and hand screen-printed by Tommy Myles in Dublin.
Front of t-shirt is blank, dark green screen print on back of t-shirt.
Cards inspired by the many trails around Ireland, drawn by Ellie.
Each pack contains 3 cards of your choice. Inside the card is blank, to use for any occasion.
Info on card materials & printing:
340gsm paper
Satin finish
Uncoated inside for writing on
Free white envelopes included
A4 Risograph print of an areal view of Port Beach, one of the most beautiful, remote corners we walked through in Donegal. Limited edition print run of 50.
Risograph prints are a unique format of printing, where each colour layer is printed separately. This riso print is based off of four colours, so went through the printer four times, each time adding a new colour and building up layers. Because of this layering process, each print might look slightly different to the next one. It creates punch, vibrant colours.
Product Type: TLP Editions
DESCRIPTION
Growing up, I always felt that the only place to find adventure would be outside this island. I wanted to explore, to see new places, to have new experiences. And that’s exactly what I did. However, a recurring conversation began to follow me — the further I went, and the more people I met, the more I was told what a beautiful, unique, and idyllic place Ireland was. To them, Ireland represented the exact type of adventure that I was travelling to find.
This project was born from a desire to explore and know my home. To find the Ireland that I hadn’t experienced. In order to achieve this, I walked each and every one of the National Waymarked Trails of Ireland. These trails, 42 in total, rambled through 25 counties, and encompassed a combined distance of over 4,000km. The photographs and reflections selected for this publication are a sample of the work created from this ongoing project.
For those that are not familiar with the project, TLP Editions is an ongoing collection, produced and designed by PhotoIreland, that presents work by contemporary artists in the form of uncomplicated publications. These are available through The Library Project in-store and online. All and any funds generated by the project go to producing more copies of the publications, ensuring we can keep promoting the artists and practices represented. These editions are regularly showcased and donated to international events and festivals, such as the Icelandic Photography Festival recently. In addition, TLP Editions also grace some important shelves and collections, including that of the Hasselblad Foundation Library and the Martin Parr Foundation.
You can find a list of all the TLP Editions here.
PhotoIreland is kindly supported by the Arts Council of Ireland to develop support projects such as the TLP Editions.
Published by PhotoIreland
Edition of 200
Softcover
32 pages
148 × 210 mm
A risograph print of Vico, swimming spot in Dublin. Limited run of 40.
Riso printing creates a specific style of saturated colours and a tiny dot effect to the details of an image.
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This calendar features images from the National Ballooning Championships in Lough Key Forest Park, 2025. Weeks are laid out Monday - Sunday, with major Irish public holidays included. At the end of the calendar there is a year overview page, as well as a notes page.
Calendar is printed on a 170gsm semi-matt finish paper. Hole punched in top to allow for hanging.
THIS ORDER WILL SHIP EARLY JANUARY
This calendar features images from trails across Ireland, providing inspiration for your next adventure. Weeks are laid out Monday - Sunday, with major Irish public holidays included. At the end of the calendar there is a year overview page, as well as a notes page.
Calendar is printed on a 170gsm lustre finish paper. Hole punched in top to allow for hanging.
Upcoming Events
Come explore the outdoors with me! View the full events calendar here.
St. Kevin’s Way is a gorgeous 26km trail that winds its way through the heart of Wicklow.
Details:
Date: 11th July
Start time: 9am at the Glendalough Upper Car Park (Google maps)
Finish time: approx. 6pm
Included in the ticket price is an Irish Camino Passport, car parking at Glendalough, and shuttle bus. This is a full day event, and all attendees will need to bring a packed lunch and lots of snacks.
All walks are led by qualified and insured leaders. Feel free to email me with any questions - ellie@toughsoles.ie
Come for a laid back morning walk along Howth Head. Meet others and make friends with people who want to spend time outdoors!
Details:
Date: 12th July 2026
Meeting time: 9:15am
Duration: approx. 3hrs
Pace: relaxed!
Trail Grade: Easy - Beginner
Mainly on easily identifiable paths, with good underfoot conditions. This is a beginner friendly walk! Weather permitting, we will be taking in the gorgeous views from Howth hill and the cliffs.
All walks are led by qualified and insured leaders. Feel free to email me with any questions - ellie@toughsoles.ie
Public Transport:
The timing of this hike has been set to give participants time to get the bus from Dublin City Centre: find the Dublin Bus Route 6 timetable here.
Explore some of Ireland’s wilder trails in Wild Nephin National Park! along this 12km adventure
Details:
Date: 1st August 2026
Start Time: 10am
Start Location: Letterkeen Trail Head (Google Maps)
Distance: 12km
Approx. Duration: 3 hours
All walks are led by qualified and insured leaders. Feel free to email me with any questions - ellie@toughsoles.ie
Digital Items
Looking for a gift for the outdoorsy person in your life, but aren’t exactly sure what they would like?
Our gift cards can be used towards hikes, for any physical prints or digital downloads, and never expire!
This is a digital gift card - the email that you list as “recipient email” is who the gift card will be sent to. If you are buying in advance of gifting, please insert your own email.
