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CORCA DHUIBHNE
WEST KERRY
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Brandon
Listowel
Tralee
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Tralee
Cloghane
Dingle
Killarney
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Ballyferriter
Caherciveen
Kenmare
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Stradbally
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DINGLE TOWN
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Castlemaine
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Dingle
Annascaul
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Inch
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Derrymore
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Milltown
Lispole
Killorglin
Blasket Island
THE GOOSE ISLAND WORKSHOP
Inchaloughra, Castlegregory
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Makers of Windsor chairs and stools to order, as well as bespoke
furniture to commission. Made from Irish green wood selected for
its sustainability. Garry Marcham’s technique and finish is second
to none. His love of the environment and the development of our
forestry culture runs deep. A local indigenous industry on the up.
Commissions taken, collectors will love. Demonstrations
thoroughly informative. Lat: 52.2554969; Lon: -10.0173425
SANDHOPPER ART
The Maharees, Castlegregory
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Contact: Sinead Lough 066 9155787
[email protected]
www.sineadloughceramics.com
Take the Ballyferriter Road out of Dingle and turn left after 3 miles.
Sinéad Lough makes handthrown contemporary pottery, mainly
tableware for everyday use, in a range of bright colours. Beautiful
work, beautiful place, well worth a visit where you can meet
Sinéad on site during the summer months.
Lat: 52.172247; Lon: -10.355644
PAT LAWLESS FURNITURE
Ballyferriter West, Dingle
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Contact: John O’Connor 087 6165528
[email protected]
www.sandhopperart.com
As an expert in etching and stone carving John O’Connor designs
each piece by hand to his customers’ specifications and uses a
range of local stone and slate to bring name plates, stoneware
gifts, boulders, signs and engravings to life. One to commission
for top class quality stonework.
Lat: 52.255731; Lon: -10.0172064
SINÉAD LOUGH CERAMICS
Baile Na nGall
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Contact: Garry Marcham 066 7139896
[email protected]
www.thegooseislandworkshop.ie
Contact: Pat Lawless 087 7426360
[email protected]
www.lawlessfurniture.com
Designer-maker, Pat Lawless Furniture, was highly acclaimed at
Showcase Ireland’s Design Expo in 2012 for his ‘Guru End-Table.
Call to our Studio 1km West of Ballyferriter to see our quality
hand-made furniture where you can make a willow pencil stool or
more. Also see our workshops at Greencrafts events.
Lat: 52.161928; Lon: -10.424308
URSULA TRAMSKI
Ballineanig, Ballyferriter
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Ursula specialises in the ancient art of Japanese wood firing using
Ireland’s only traditional anagama kiln. When Ursula lights the
kiln neighbours and enthusiasts gather to help with the firing over
a number of days - all done by hand. Earth, water, fire and wood
achieve the distinctive colour. Much prized by potters and
collectors alike. Lat: 52.1626132; Lon: -10.3926372
LOUIS MULCAHY POTTERY
Clothar, Baile ‘n Fheirtéaraigh
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Contact: Ken Bolger
087 9645561
[email protected]
An interactive workshop using reclaimed roof slate to offer visitors
the chance to chisel, chop, hammer and carve small sculptural
pieces to take home. Educational, entertaining, fun, and suitable
for all ages. Excellent for events and festivals. Slatecraft is a
collective based in West Kerry and is associated with Greencrafts
Ireland. Visit Baile Bhoithin in Ballyferriter to take part.
Lat: 52.1617182; Lon: -10.3951263
ANNASCAUL POTTERY
Main Street, Annascaul
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Contact: Linda Hannafin 066 9156229
[email protected]
www.louismulcahy.com
The ideal stop on the Slea Head Route, this Pottery, Workshop and Café,
stocks an extensive range of ceramic giftware and tableware, all made
on-site, from tiny pots to huge urns, in striking glazes reflecting the rich
colours of the peninsula. In the Open Room Experience you can try your
hand at making a pot under the eye of an experienced potter, or enjoy
delicious home baking and local food in the café - Recommended by
Georgina Campbell in 2011. Lat: 52.1565108; Lon: -10.451543
SLATECRAFT
Baile Bhoithin, Ballyferriter
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Contact: Ursula Tramski 087 7735942
[email protected]
www.smashingpots.com
Contact: Zac Phelan 066 9157848
[email protected]
www.annascaulpottery.com
Annascaul Irish Pottery is hand thrown and each piece is
individually glazed & decorated using unique colours and
designs. One to collect, its design will stand the test of time
ensuring it is always on trend. Great demonstration and pot
throwing experience to take part in. One to book. Excellent
instruction. Lat: 52.1520775; Lon: -10.0534963
AROUND KILLARNEY
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Contact: Margaret Phelan 064 6670153
[email protected]
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS POTTERY
Muckross House, Killarney
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With its distinctive honey and blue glaze, the Mucros brand of
pottery is both durable and practical. Meet Margaret Phelan on
site, the potter who produces both the Mucros table and gift
ware ranges. You can take part in throwing a pot though prebooking is essential. Small groups catered for.
Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: John Cahill 064 6634526
[email protected]
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS WEAVING
Muckross House, Killarney
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Wraps, hats, capes and gloves always in stock but you can also
see the making of Mucros hand woven scarves which never go
out of fashion. On the grounds of Muckross House and a must see
when visiting Killarney.
Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Paul Curtis 064 6670151
[email protected]
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS BINDERY
Muckross House, Killarney
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A conservation service for rare books, paper conservation and
book-binding, repair, advice and disaster planning. Bookbinding
available as well as their very unique range of notebooks and
journals which retail under the Mucros brand name. Watch them
online in interview with Micheál O’Muircheartaigh on
www.originalkerry.com. Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Mary Neeson 064 6629049
[email protected]
www.maryneesonceramics.com
THE BLUE POOL GALLERY
Muckross, Killarney
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Ceramic artist Mary Neeson creates porcelain objects that include
angelic forms, porcelain pillows, intimate lighting options and
lustrous wall pieces. Groups can paint ceramic mugs on site which
Mary will glaze and post. Bookings for groups essential. Great
instructive fun - all ages will enjoy in a gorgeous gallery retail
setting. Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Fleur or Jimmy Daly 086 8112398
KILLARNEY CRAFT SHOP
[email protected]
Bohereencashel Lane (near Glebe Car Park), Killarney Town
www.bluebellecocandles.com
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Bluebell Eco Candles run this craft shop. They are the makers of
Ireland's first natural candles, using soy wax scented with only
pure essential oils. Excellent demonstration into the craft of candlemaking by the owner of a brand that is much loved by retailers
and spas across Ireland & Europe. Gift Shop & Classes available
by appointment. Lat: 52.0598012; Lon: -9.5093554
KERRY CRAFTED GLASS
Knockataggle-More, Kilcummin, Killarney
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A glass blowing demonstration second to none, join Terence and
his wife Helen for an insight into design and technique. Kerry
Crafted Glass hand make mouth blown pieces of decorative glass
using 100% recycled glass.
Lat: 52.1079812; Lon: -9.4520187
KERRY WOOLLEN MILLS
Listry, Killarney
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Contact: Terence McSweeney 086 0824870
[email protected]
www.irishkerryglass.com
Contact: Andrew & Yvonne Eadie 064 6644122
[email protected]
www.kerrywoollenmills.ie
A fascinating experience to see first-hand the carding, spinning,
weaving and finishing of scarves, shawls, tweeds, blankets and
rugs. Seeing the production process of knitting yarns in pure new
wool and other natural fibres drives home a huge appreciation of
the fabric and craftsmanship of these fashion items.
Lat: 52.1111689; Lon: -9.6637869
DINGLE TOWN
Contact: Conor Holden 066 9151796
[email protected]
www.holdenleathergoods.com
HOLDEN LEATHER GOODS
Burnham, Dingle
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Designer makers of fine leather goods, the Holdens have
developed a beautiful showroom and workshop just 3 miles outside
Dingle Town on the Slea Head drive. Conor Holden’s designs will
stand the test of time and his ‘Siobhán bag’ is a design classic. An
excellent insight into the art of working with leather-well worth a
visit. Lat: 52.1195945; Lon: -10.3086051
Contact: Seán Daly 087 4128803
[email protected]
www.dinglecrystal.ie
DINGLE CRYSTAL
Green Street, Dingle
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Seán Daly cuts crystal in his workshop outside Dingle on the Slea
Head Drive and retails from his café store on Green Street in
Dingle Town. Excellent cut glass demonstration and well worth
making a visit to view. Seán’s work is exported widely and is much
sought after in the United States. Watch him online at
www.originalkerry.com. Lat: 52.1410548; Lon: -10.27106
Contact: Kathleen McAuliffe 066 9150644
[email protected]
www.kathleenmcauliffe.com
KATHLEEN MCAULIFFE
Green Street, Dingle
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Award winning Irish accessories designer, Kathleen McAuliffe
specialises in millinery and her range covers jewellery, bags and
scarves. A beautiful shop to visit and always a chance that you
will meet Kathleen herself. Commissions for special occasions
welcome. Lat: 52.1410548; Lon: -10.27106
Contact: Mary Fitzgerald 087 9423388
[email protected]
www.malaidinglebags.com
MARY FITZGERALD
Stitch In Time, Main Street, Dingle
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Bang on trend and with a keen eye for colour Mary Fitzgerald
uses PVC Oil Cloth to hand make great bags. Also provides a
stitching and repair service and a warm welcome at her shop on
Main Street.
Lat: 52.1417333; Lon: -10.2684167
LISBETH MULCAHY WEAVINGS
Green Street, Dingle
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Contact: Linda or Trish 066 9151688
[email protected]
www.lisbethmulcahy.com
Siopa na bhFíodóirí is the studio/shop of Lisbeth Mulcahy, one of
Ireland’s best known designer/weavers and tapestry artists. The
shop also stocks a range of other Irish designers and is open MonSat through the year and Mon-Sun (May-Oct). To see weavers at
work please ring ahead to confirm weavers’ working hours. No
booking required. Lat: 52.053363; Lon: -9.3276182
AN GAILEARAÍ BEAG
Main Street, Dingle
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Contact: Linda Ní hAiniféin 066 9152976
[email protected]
www.angailearaibeag.com
An Gailearaí Beag is a showcase for the West Kerry Craft Guild,
a non-profit organisation founded in 1999 bringing together crafts
people and artists living on the Dingle Peninsula. Whether you are
looking for a gift or something special for your home, An Gailearaí
Beag provides inspiring shopping ideas when it comes to local art
and craft work. Lat: 52.1417333; Lon: -10.2684167
Discount Voucher
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Kerry craft makers. Simply show them the
voucher on page 15 of this brochure