MADE in Kilkenny Craft Trail
'MADE in Kilkenny' was formed in early 2009, and was set up to foster excellence in
crafts in County Kilkenny, to encourage the growth of the professional craft industry and to promote the county as a shopping destination for authentic,
handmade craft in Ireland.
Kilkenny, has long had the reputation for being a hub of creativity, and 'MADE in
Kilkenny' contributes to this. In this brochure and on our website you will and a
guide to various Designer-Makers, and a map to help you and them.
All the craftspeople in 'MADE in Kilkenny' make their own work using both
traditional and modern techniques, from the white-hot furnace of the glass-blower
to the throwing wheel of the potter. From the practiced hammering and manipulation
of precious metals, the careful sawing, turning and chiseling of wood and
stone, to the tasteful stitching of textiles and leather, all these craftspeople are
contributing to Irelands heritage. They are preserving and developing ancient
techniques, and presenting you with beautiful pieces to drink and to eat from, to
carry and to store things in, to sit on, to admire, and to adorn the body with!
It is intended that you use this brochure as a shopping guide, for a pleasant day out
visiting the various craft shops amongst Kilkenny's scenic countryside and historical
city. Or, to get that perfect present for yourself or someone else, use the information
and map provided to visit and meet a specic crafts person.
If you are staying in Kilkenny on a holiday, please use this guide and others in the
range of Trail Kilkenny leisure guides to make your stay as interesting and pleasant
as possible.
For more information and links, may we direct you to our website
www.madeinkilkenny.ie
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The Bridge Pottery
Mark came to live in Ireland in 1991, he works from his studio in Burnchurch, near Callan. Most of his designs come from the natural world. He also draws inspiration from other sources, including English Medieval, Italian majolica and Islamic pottery. Mark works in earthenware clay, with tin-glaze and oxide decoration...... |
Burnchurch | Ceramics |
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Aileen-Anne Brannigan
Stone carver Aileen-Anne Brannigan works with locally quarried Kilkenny Limestone and Black Marble, creating individual sculptures, commemorative pieces and carved stone bowls designed to enhance any setting. Collaberating with clients each piece is custom made and will often include her unique style of hand carved lettering. “Carving statements made to last”..... |
Castlecomer | Stone Carving |
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Andrew Ludick
Andrew hand builds forms using white earthenware clay and decorates them with coloured slips. Each one is a unique piece of art in its shape and decoration. His work is influenced by the indigenous arts of Africa and the Americas. Visit him in his pottery studio and beautiful shop which he shares with his wife Rosemarie Durr...... |
Castlecomer | Ceramics |
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Rosemarie Durr Pottery
Rosemarie creates exquisite hand thrown stoneware tableware which is more reminiscent of china than pottery. The distinctive powder blue glaze is uplifting and fits into every home and lifestyle. Visit the beautiful interior giftware shop and studio which she shares with her husband Andrew Ludick in the gorgeous setting of Castlecomer Discovery Park...... |
Castlecomer | Ceramics |
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Carl Parker
Carl Parker is a Kilkenny based jewellery designer/maker. His distinctive geometric/three dimensional range is crafted from precious metals and set with natural gemstones, especially Tahitian “black” pearl and diamond. Several of Carl’s designs have been recognised by Perles de Tahiti UK awards. Commissions are welcome at his workshop, located at the Castlecomer Estate Yard...... |
Castlecomer | Jewellery |
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Jane Huston
Jane Huston studied Art and Jewellery. She worked in London and Canada in leading workshops designing and making modern precious jewellery. She is a qualified gemologist. For 15 years she directed and trained the Crafts Council of Irelands Jewellery Skills Course. She undertakes private commissions, special projects and training and is a consultant to the jewellery industry...... |
Kilkenny City | Jewellery |
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Inga Reed
Inga Reed designs and makes award winning contemporary jewellery for Irish and international galleries and retailers from her rural workshop in Kilkenny. She also works as a designer for jewellery manufacturers at home and abroad and as a guest lecturer in the Crafts Council of Ireland’s Goldsmithing and Jewellery Skills Course...... |
Kilkenny | Jewellery |
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Jerpoint Glass
A family-run glassblowing studio that promises a unique experience! Watch skilled craftsmen create the beautiful Jerpoint pieces. From the fiery furnace to red-hot molten glass, glassblowing is a most exciting spectacle! In the gallery and shop you will see the full Jerpoint collection, and carefully selected pieces from other artists...... |
Stoneyford | Glass |
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Gus Mabelson
Gus studied ceramics at Loughborough College of Art and Design. His main interest is in the production of functional ceramics but he also produces large scale architectural pieces and tiles to commission. His work can be found in numerous collections and examples of his large scale work can be seen in the gardens of Glanbia Headquarters in Kilkenny...... |
Thomastown | Ceramics |
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Ken Foley
With a strong background in industrial design, Ken Foley designs and produces unique ranges of women’s bags and backpacks. Each bag is handmade using soft Italian leather, giving you a unique hand crafted product. Each bag is carefully made in his studio in Kilkenny...... |
Kilkenny City | Leather |
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