Crafts Trail

Throughout the city and county of Kilkenny, the visitor will find a host of craft and design studios and workshops.

Renowned internationally for the quality of the craft produced in Kilkenny, the Kilkenny Craft Trail is the perfect way to explore the best of Kilkenny craft.

The Trail features 9 retail studios and workshops in Kilkenny, and includes jewellers, potters, leather & wood workers, glass blowing as well as candle makers.

CHESNEAU LEATHER GOODS

Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny.
Tel: 056 7727456.
Fax: 056 7727329.
Email:ches@indigo.ie
Web: www.chesneaudesign.com

Open
9 to 6 Monday to Saturday
12 to 6 Sunday

Chesneau Leather was established over thirty years ago by French designer, Edmond Chesneau and is located at the edge of Bennettsbridge village, seven kilometres from Kilkenny city.

The collections combine a timeless, classic look with hardwearing durability.
Chesneau is renowned for its attention to detail, structural functionality and classic aesthetic. Remarkably, so many different styles originate from one prolific designer, but each style answers back to the master aesthetic of the brand. Collections generally are made in small runs with limited-edition leathers, adding to the exclusivity of a Chesneau piece.
Each Chesneau handbag is reinforced with a full leather lining and careful attention is paid to uniquely designed forms, fastenings and fittings, which express a touch of the equestrian referenced from Edmond Chesneau's love of horses and saddlery.

The range includes ladies handbags - available in both classic and bright seasonal colours - executive, small goods and travel luggage.

Visit The Chesneau Shop at Bennettsbridge and view the current collections

In 2005, Chesneau opened its Dublin flagship store at 37 Wicklow St.

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KEITH MOSSE WOODWORKING

Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny.
Tel: 056 7727860.
Email: keithmos@gofree.indigo.ie
Web: www.keithmosse.com

Handcrafted custom-made furniture and woodturning in Irish and imported timbers. Showroom and shop attached to workshop.

NICHOLAS MOSSE POTTERY

Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
Tel: 056 7727505
Email: sales@nicholasmosse.com
Web: www.nicholasmosse.com

BARGAINS, LUNCH, RIVER VIEWS, INSPIRING CRAFTS, AND A DO-IT-YOURSELF STUDIO!
Visitors from around the world come to Bennettsbridge to see Nicholas Mosse's Pottery and Irish Country Shop. His big, old mill houses his workshop, his large retail selection, a viewing area, a house and garden gallery, a tea room/restaurant, and even a studio where visitors can try their hand at decorating their own pottery!

All these areas, plus total customer service, shipping, bridal registry, free and abundant parking,---they all combine to make this attraction one of Kilkenny's best places to visit.

ALL THAT GLISTERS

Ladywell Corner,
Thomastown,
Co. Kilkenny.
Tel: 056 7724081

Email: allthatglisters@eircom.net
Web: www.allthatglisters.ie

Jewellery//Gemstones//Crystals //Fossils.

At 'All that Glisters' in Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny Sue Bowden and her team design and make beautiful necklaces, bracelets and earrings. They use native stones such as Kilkenny Marble and Connemara marble as well as other exotic corals, gemstones, pearls and crystals. You will also find interesting fossils, minerals and stone goods in her shop.

RUDOLF HELTZEL LTD

Gold & Silversmith
10 Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Tel/Fax: 056 7721497

Internationally renowned contemporary jewellery in platinum, 18c gold, silver with carefully selected precious stones. Designed and made by hand in his workshop in Kilkenny.

JERPOINT GLASS STUDIO

Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny.
Tel: 056 7724350
Email: enquires@jerpointglass.com
Web: www.jerpointglass.com

Sat Nav directions to Jerpoint Glass Studio

Long: -7.11 ,Lat: 52.31

Jerpoint Glass Studio

Jerpoint Glass is a small family-run
glassblowing studio in the Southeast
of Ireland. The studio is located in the
picturesque valley of the River Nore
overlooking the Hills of Leinster in
Co. Kilkenny.

The Fiery Furnace where the raw materials
are melted into Molten Glass, the near
white-hot Glory Holes where Glasses are
reheated in their making, and the skills of the Glassmakers as they Blow, Balance, and Manipulate flowing red-hot glass into its desired shape, make the art of Glassmaking a most exciting spectacle.

At Jerpoint you can get really close to the action.

Keith Leadbetter received his training at the prestigious Orresfors Glass Factory in Sweden in the late sixties. The Swedish design philosophy and Keith's own personal feeling on form have blended together to create the Jerpoint Glass of today. Kathleen has a natural sense of aesthetics and is always encouraging new themes.

At Jerpoint each glass is individually made and finished by hand, giving each piece a distinct personality and charm. The vibrant colours will make Jerpoint a welcome addition to any home.

Keith and Kathleen Leadbetter and their staff look forward to meeting you at the studio and the Jerpoint Seconds Shop.

Visit our new website www.jerpointglass.com

Opening Hours

Shop: Monday to Saturday 10 - 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

Studio (Glassblowing) Monday to Thursday 10 - 4.30 p.m. and Friday 10 - 2p.m.

Contact details:

Tel: 056 7724350
Fax: 056 7724778
E-mail: enquiries@jerpointglass.com
Web: www.jerpointglass.com

"We feel sure that the more you use your Jerpoint the more you will grow to love and appreciate the softness and durability of its hand finished rim."

Moth to a Flame Ltd

Kilkenny Road,
Bennettsbridge,
Co. Kilkenny.

Tel: 056 7727826
Email: mothtoaflamecandles@gmail.com
Web: www.mothtoaflame.ie

In businesss since 1999, Moth to a Flame has won a reputation for distinctive textured colourful candles.

The candles are designed and handmade by Larry Kinsella in his workshop in Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland.

Moth to a Flame sell their wares from their workshop in Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny where every stage of candle-making can be seen and newly made candles bought, often still warm. Moth to a Flame's wholesale clients include craft shops, hotels, restaurants and churches. The company also produces commissioned work.

Shop Opening Times:
Monday to Saturday: 9am to 6pm
Sunday (May to Dec) 12noon to 6pm

Clay Creations

Low Street, Thomastown,
Co. Kilkenny

Brid Lyons

Tel/Fax: 056 7724977
Mobile: 087 2570735
Email: bridlyons@yahoo.com

Ceramic Studio and Gallery based in the heart of Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. Brid produces one off sculptural pieces.
Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 5.30pm
Closed for lunch 1pm to 2pm