Creative Island 2014
Creative Island is a trade platform that connects Irish and international retailers with quality Irish craft enterprises in a single contemporary and buyer-friendly area. This year Creative Island consists of 86 Irish craft makers and designers selected by an independent panel for their creativity, innovation and craftsmanship. All the work in Creative Island has been ‘Imagined Designed and Made in Ireland’ by Irish craft makers who bring fantastic ideas to life with great energy and passion.
The Crafts Council of Ireland is dedicated to giving craft makers a voice, to help their remarkable work to be seen, appreciated and bought by consumers in Ireland and overseas. We are committed to growing the sector further and are actively seeking more retailers around the country and the world who are keen to promote Irish craft,in their stores in a meaningful way. We look forward to helping you do business in 2014.
Emma McGrath Trade Development Manager emmamcgrath@ccoi.ie Nicola Doran International Retail Programme Manager nicola@ccoi.ie Brian McGee Head of Market Development brian@ccoi.ie
31 Chapel Lane
Damien Hannigan & Joy Fu
“We create pieces that have longevity and are functional. Our look is simplistic and modern.”
31 Chapel Lane Tullvin, Lappanduff Cootehill, Co. Cavan www.31chapellane.com mail@31chapellane.com +353 (0)49 555 3142 +353 (0)87 753 9872
Front image: Cushions from ¤59
ﾃ（ne Knitwear
Anne Behan McConnell
Fashion designer Anne Behan McConnell uses natural fibers and dyes in her knitwear creations. The focus of her collections is on crafting handmade accessories using the most natural raw materials she can source.
Áine Knitwear Old Stable Studio Glenbrook, Clonlara Co. Clare www.aineknitwear.com anne@aineknitwear.com +353 (0)61 354 708
Front image: Textured Cushion ¤55
Amanda Murphy Ceramics
Amanda Murphy
Ceramicist Amanda Murphy makes decorative hand-built stoneware ceramics including vases, platters and bowls. Each piece is inspired by movement within the landscape.
Amanda Murphy Ceramics Coolboa, Clashmore Co. Waterford amandamurphyceramics.com info@amandamurphyceramics.com +353 (0)86 607 2137
Front image: Crescent Dish 造65
Anna Nielsen Prints
Anna Nielsen
“What I draw is life. My craft is first and foremost illustrative storytelling, inspired by my family. These are black and white pen and ink drawings with words attached. Each original print is drawn by hand and takes about six weeks to complete.”
Anna Nielsen Prints Ashford Co. Wicklow www.annanielsen.com nielsenanna@mac.com +353 (0)404 40708
Front image: Live your Dream ¤39.95 to ¤159.00
Annabel Langrish
Annabel Langrish
Her designs capture the essence of Irish wildlife, she favours pigs and hares as well as ducklings, piglets, cygnets and leverets.
Annabel Langrish Heron Gallery Ahakista, Bantry Co. Cork www.trade.annabellangrish.ie annabellangrish@gmail.com +353 (0)27 672 78
Front image: Gicléé Print ¤68
Aoife Harrison Design
Aoife Harrison
“My designs are set on bands so as not to flatten hair. They’re easier to wear as they do not block the face.”
Aoife Harrison Design 31 The Sweepstakes Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 www.aoifeharrisondesign.ie info@aoifeharrisondesign.ie +353 (0)86 814 0131
Front image: Sinamay Hat ¤299
Artysmarty
Angela Cuthill
“People are looking for affordable, costume jewellery that is handcrafted but more international in attitude.”
Artysmarty 32 Primrose Avenue Broadstone Dublin 7 www.artysmartyshop.com artysmartyshop@hotmail.com +353 (0)1 445 5727
Front image: Botanical Pendant ¤19.95
Bagoose
Simone O’Shaughnessy
“The collections are very colour and texture led. They have a tactility that kids love. I call it the cuddle factor.”
Bagoose ‘Shalimar’, Glenbrook Passage West, Co Cork www.bagoose.com info@bagoose.com +353 (0)21 4863667
Front image: Baby Bundle ¤40–45
Belinda Northcote Designs
Belinda Northcote
Belinda Northcote a botanical artist, uses mainly water colours and pen and ink in her work. She makes limited edition fine art prints that include flower and insect drawings as well as a timeless Beatrix Potter style collection of children’s prints.
Belinda Northcote Designs The Shanagarry Design Centre Shanagarry, Co.Cork www.belindanorthcote.com info@belindanorthcotedesign.com +353 (0)21 464 6464
Front image: White Hen ¤29
Bláithín Ennis
Bláithín Ennis
“Strong accessories can transform a simple dress.”
Blathin Ennis Ashfield House, Ballyconclone Gorey, Co. Wexford www.blaithinennis.com blaithinennis@gmail.com +353 (0)87 7676026
Front image: Spinnaker Bracelet ¤140
Bog Standard
Alix Mulholland
The giftware offers something that is fresh and modern. It gives tourists a new representation of Ireland to bring home and offers locals something homegrown to enjoy in their abodes.
Bog Standard 19a Monlough Road West Newtownards Co. Down BT23 6ND www.bogstandard.ie info@bogstandard.ie +44 (0)28 90 812 145
Front image: Field Candle 造12.95
Breda Haugh Jewellery
Breda Haugh
“My jewellery is elegant and easy to wear, being evocative of nature, our culture, and also the city landscape.”
Breda Haugh Jewellery Studio 22, The Design Tower Trinity Enterprise and Development Campus Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 2 www.bredahaugh.com bredahaugh@eircom.net +353 (0)1 670 5738
Front image: Sterling Silver Brooch ¤148
Brooke & Shoals
Alison Banton
It was a great aunt’s rose garden that first tickled the senses of Alison Banton of Brooke & Shoals. The magic of scent stayed, and eight years ago Alison opened a shop in the harbour town of Greystones selling her own range of scented candles blending the essential oils herself.
Brooke & Shoals Church Road Greystones Co. Wicklow www.brookeandshoals.ie fragrance@brookeandshoals.ie +353 (0)1 287 4199
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Front image: Candle ¤18.95
BTU Studio
Scott Benefield
BTU contemporary handblown glass
BTU Studio 42 The Oaks Randalstown BT41 3NE www.btustudio.com info@btustudio.com +353 (0)48 944 78718
Front image: Bud Vase 造26
Bunbury Boards
William Bunbury
“Bunbury Boards is my attempt to save Lisnavagh, our beautiful old estate, and return the estate to being the community employer it once was.”
Bunbury Boards Lisnavagh, Rathvilly, Co. Carlow www.bunburyboards.com feedback@bunburyboards.com +353 (0)59 916 1784
Front image: Carving Board ¤149
Button Studio
Jane Walsh
“Buttons are my passion. I have just about every type of button you can possibly imagine, and I am always finding new ones. I hope you enjoy Button Studio jewellery as much as I enjoy making it”
Button Studio Meehan Coosan, Athlone Co. Westmeath www.buttonstudio.ie jane@buttonstudio.ie +353 (0)87 670 9530
Front image: Mr & Mrs Framed Gift ¤58
Carve On
Alan & Gary McCormack
“We design and make all of our products in-house which is really important to us. We found by carefully sourcing quality natural materials; each product we produce is truly unique.”
Carve On 78 The Waterways Sallins, Co. Kildare www.carveon.com hello@carveon.com +353 (0)86 387 7879
Front image: Business Card Holder ¤24.99
Castle Arch Pottery
Ray Power
It is the aim of Castle Arch Pottery to make bold honest pieces that will stand out and enhance any domestic setting be it formal or decorative.
Castle Arch Pottery Castle Yard Kilkenny City www.castlearchpottery.ie ray@castlearchpottery.ie +353 (0)56 775 1933
Front image: Pure Vessel ¤70–220
Celtic Roots Studio
Helen Conneely
Human forms, nature, especially the sea and Celtic heritage form the inspiration for the designs. “It is a sustainable business in that it recycles the wood discovered in the bogs.”
Celtic Roots Studio Ballinahown Co. Westmeath www.celtic-roots.com info@celticroots.ie +353 (0)90 643 0404
Front image: Framed Bog Landscape ¤150
Chupi
Chupi Sweetman-Pell
Ceramicist Amanda Murphy Leel makes decorative hand-built stoneware ceramics including vases, platters and bowls. Each piece is inspired by movement within the landscape.
My jewellery is made for your inner magpie, delicate pieces in sparkling gold and the shiniest semi-precious gems.
Chupi 4A Richmond Row Portobello, Dublin 8 www.chupi.ie info@chupi.ie +353 (0)85 147 7778
Front image: Bird Bangle 造119
Claddagh Design
Eileen Moylan
“My designs take their lead from Irish heritage but are given a modern twist.”
Claddagh Design Macroom Environmental Industrial Park Bowl Road, Macroom Co. Cork www.claddaghdesign.com eileen@claddaghdesign.com +353 (0)87 989 4079
Front image: Sonas Pendant ¤110
Claire Hurley Designs
Claire Hurley
“My designs are romantic and Victorian-inspired. As adornment for the head they look and feel less heavy than a hat and yet frame the face.”
Claire Hurley Designs Black Cat Studios New Road, Kinsale Co. Cork www.clairehurley.com clairehurleydesigns@gmail.com +353 (0)87 914 2683
Front image: Tweed Top Hat ¤350
Colm De Ris Pottery
Colm De Ris
Colm de Rís’ signature pottery features a high lustre reflective blue glaze shot with splashes of copper. His pots, which are all hand-thrown or hand-built, come in strong colours with sweeping shapes and have a neoc-Celtic feel.
Colm De Rís Pottery Unit 4, Small IDA Cluster Clonshaugh Biz & Tech Pk Clonshaugh, Dublin 17 www.colmderis.com admin@colmderis.com +353 (0)1 803 6262
Front image: Vase ¤95 Bowl ¤90
Counties of Ireland
Marion Fink & Soraya Ricalde
“Our pendants are designed to make you feel closer to home no matter where you are.”
Counties of Ireland Jewellery Grellagh, Castlegal Co. Sligo www.countiesofirelandjewellery.com countiesofirelandjewellery@gmail.com +353 (0)71 916 6476
Front image: Galway, Ash Frame ¤49
Cushendale Woollen Mills
Philip Cushen
“Customers to our mill shop want to know the provenance of everything we sell. Skills, heritage and where it’s made are now unique selling points.”
Cushendale Woollen Mills Mill Road Graignamanagh Co. Kilkenny www.cushendale.ie info@cushendale.ie +353 (0)59 972 4118
Front image: Lambswool Cushion ¤35 Lambswool Throw ¤95
Declan Killen Ltd
Declan Killen
A hand-crafted piece stands out as an individual item. Handmade jewellery feels different.
Declan Killen 12 Fade Street Dublin 2 www.declankillen.com dmkg@indigo +353 (0)1 677 0829
Front image: Silver Stream Pendant 造195
Giraffe Ceramics
Melinda Dempsey
“My work expresses movement. The purses contrast the textile softness with the rigid and perfectly pure porcelain.”
Giraffe Ceramics Apt. 1, Lucyville 62 Wellington Road Cork City www.giraffeceramics.weebly.com giraffeceramics@gmail.com +353 (0)89 974 3640
Front image: Double D ¤95
Dublin Linen & Lace
Rosaleen Byrne
“The idea is to create heirloom pieces that will appeal to modern families.”
Dublin Linen and Lace Unit 13, Northside Enterprise Centre Bunratty Drive, Coolock, Dublin 13 www.dublinlinenandlace.com info@dublinlinenandlace.com +353 (0)1 867 2431 +353 (0)86 8132166
Front image: Christening Gown ¤TBC
Edel MacBride
Edel MacBride
“When you cross pollinate fashion with the skill of craft you get originality, something with my stamp on it – something exciting. Like all stories worth telling it starts with a good yarn.”
EDEL M AC BRIDE Edel MacBride The Design house Convoy, Co. Donegal www.edelmacbride.com edelmacbride@eircom.net +353 (0)74 914 7508
Front image: Blue Handknit Honey Scarf ¤145
Enibas
Sabine Lenz
Sabine Lenz creates jewellery collections that carry a message, tell a story. Her aim is to make an emotional connection between the wearer and the piece of jewellery.
Enibas Main Street Schull, West Cork www.enibas.com info@enibas.com +353 (0)28 28868
Front image: Left Pendant: ‘Your Life’ Silver & 18K Gold Diamond Pendant ¤119 Right Pendant: ‘Croí Álainn’ Silver & 9K Gold Double Pendant ¤198
Fabulous Felt
Katarzyna Ramsey
Using Merino wool Katarzyna Ramsey creates a fabric that is hand felted and hand dyed. This she uses to make modern scarves, wraps, bags and jewellery.
Fabulous Felt 34 Garryowen Rd Co. Limerick www.fabulousfelt.ie katarzyna.ramsey@yahoo.co.uk +353 (0)86 230 4905
Front image: Felt Fuschia Scarf 造65
Fawn
Fán Regan
“I like to work on compositions that are pleasing to the eye. Animals make interesting shapes and create interesting patterns.”
Fawn 15 Wolverton Glen Dalkey, Co. Dublin www.fawn.ie info@fawn.ie +353 (0)85 236 0146
Front image: Bear Chatting to Bee ¤49
Fiona Mangan Bespoke Headwear
Fiona Mangan
“My new street wear collection is edgier and includes elements such as snakeskin print, studs and paillottes.”
Fiona Mangan Millinery 25 Gort na Ri Athenry, Co. Galway +353 (0)91 850074 +353 (0)87 9181589 fionamangan@hotmail.com www.fionamangan.com
Front image: Muireann Crinoline Headpiece ¤300
Foxford Woollen Mills
Joe Queenan
“It’s like making a cake. We have our own secret recipe that is part of Foxford’s DNA.”
Foxford Woollen Mills Foxford, Co. Mayo www.foxfordwoollenmills.com sales@foxfordwollenmills.ie +353 (0)94925 6104
Front image: Throws from ¤59
Fragments of Nature
Hilary Nunan
Hilary works with handmade paper to create colour and texture. Using fine mulberry tissue to make papier machĂŠ, she incorporates this using binding materials and acrylic paints to create landscapes and seascapes.
Fragments Of Nature The Cottage Ringabella, Co. Cork www.hilarynunan.ie hilaryn@eircom.net +353 (0)86 355 8993
Front image: Sky ¤160
Garrett Mallon Jewellery
Garrett Mallon
“My creations are very colourful, crafted by hand and animated by local folklore.”
Garrett Mallon Jewellery Arus na Shamroige Drummullagh, Omeath Co. Louth www.garrettmallon.com info@garrettmallon.com +353 (0)42 937 5940
Front image: Cloicin Catch on Pearls from ¤175
Grand Grand
Fergus O’Neill
Fergus O’Neill is a graphic designer, illustrator and screen printer. Using these skills he has created Irish designed products that demonstrate our unique sense of humour.
Grand Grand 90 Rosemount Estate Dundrum Dublin 14 www.grandgrand.ie fergus@makingthingslookbetter.com +353 (0)1 295 1870
Front image: Teddy Print ¤120
Green Gorgeous
Linda Sheridan & Paula Stapleton
“We aim to bring together a collection of designled eco conscious living and gift items, offering environmentally aware consumers an exciting alternative to conventional products, an alternative that is both green and gorgeous.”
Green Gorgeous Creative Spark Clontygora Ct Muirhevna Mor, Dundalk Co. Louth www.greengorgeous.ie sales@greengorgeous.ie +353 (0)1 554 7818
Front image: 100% Wool Felt Flock Napkin Rings ¤19.95
Hanna Hats
John Hanna
“We use the finest Donegal tweed woven exclusively for us. Our full range of hats and caps are naturally moisture repellent, guaranteed to keep you dry and warm in all kinds of weather.”
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Front image: Patch Cap ¤30 – 345
Heather Finn Knitwear
Heather Finn
“Everything is created from ethically sourced yarns in my North Strand studio. In terms of textures and tones travel inspires me. I journey to India and Morocco in search of yarns.”
Heather Finn Knitwear 12 Charleville Mall North Strand, Co. Dublin www.heatherfinn.com info@heatherfinn.com +353 (0)86 891 6560
Front image: Purple Poiret Cardigan ¤175 Neuvo Scarf ¤60
Helena Malone Goldsmith
Helena Malone
“My passion pushes the boundaries of my traditional skills to the highest standard of considered design and quality”
Helena Malone 5 Lismard Court JFL Avenue, Portaloise Co. Laois www.helenamalone.ie info@helenamalone.ie +353 (0)87 698 7988
Front image: Necklace ¤795
Hennessy & Byrne
Eric Byrne
Working with stone can reveal a slice of history. As he polishes the local stone Eric often uncovers fossils, part of the material’s natural beauty.
Hennessy & Byrne Pine Cottage, Rooske Road Dunboyne, Co. Meath www.hennessyandbyrne.com info@hennessyandbyrne.com +353 (0)1 825 3176
Front image: Charcuterie Board and Utensil Set ¤200
Hill Picket Studio
Chaim Factor
“As a designer it is the abstract composition in the figured wood that excites me.”
Hillpicket Studio Ballymurtagh, Avoca Co. Wicklow +353 (0)402 30581 info@hillpicketstudio.com www.hillpicketstudio.com
Front image: Cheese & Butter Knife ¤150
Inti Leathers
Cathy Prendergast
Cathy only uses quality leathers such as stable hide, ostrich print and croc print leathers. Most of the hides she uses have been tanned in artisan tanneries in Italy.
Inti Leathers Wolfetone Design Studio Knockbridge, Dundalk Co. Louth info@intileathers.com +353 (0)42 9384993
Front image: Lorna Bag 造280
The Irish Handmade Glass Company
Tom Hayes & Danny Murphy
The company combines cut with colour. They use new cuts and contemporary designs to create affordable giftware that is handmade on their premises in Waterford City’s historic Viking Quarter.
The Irish Handmade Glass Company 11 Henrietta St Waterford City Co. Waterford www.theirishhandmadeglasscompany.com tony@irishhandmadeglass.com +353 (0)51 858 914
Front image: Love Birds ¤40 per pair
The Irish Linen House
Greg Whelan
Irish Linen House creator Greg Whelan spent 20 years working as a designer in the fashion industry and it shows. His designs make a strong fashion statement for tableware.
Irish Linen House 3 Castleknock Gate Castleknock Rd Dublin 15 www.irishlinenhouse.com info@irishlinenhouse.com +353 (0)1 820 8774
IRISH LINEN HOUSE Front image: “Natural Collection” Tablerunner Placemat & Napkin 100% Irish Linen ¤99.95, ¤27.50 & ¤19.50
Jennifer Slattery Textiles
Jennifer Slattery
“I love things with character and with flaws. In looking to the past I embrace those flaws. It’s the quirky little things, the things that survive beyond the generations.”
Jennifer Slattery Textiles The Malthouse Design Centre Distillery Court, 537 North Circular Road Dublin 1 www.jenniferslatterytextiles.com mail@jenniferslatterytextiles.com +353 (0)86 075 4086
Front image: Tea Party Irish Linen Napkins ¤39
Jerpoint Glass Studio
Rory Leadbetter
“For the family and their team of skilled craftsmen it’s as hands-on as you can get. Our colour palettes reflect the surrounding countryside.�
Jerpoint Glass Studio Stoneyford Co. Kilkenny www.jerpointglass.com enquiries@jerpointglass.com +353 (0)56 772 4350
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Front image: Beaker ¤35
Jill Graham Contemporary Jewellery
Jill Graham
“My designs feature organic structures and elements of plant life.”
Jill Graham Jewellery 64 Moneynabane Road Dromara, Dromore BT25 2JU www.jillgraham.co.uk info@jillgraham.co.uk +44 (0)7828 210333
Front image: Eternal Hook Earrings ¤190
Julian Smith Ceramics
Julian Smith
Julian Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s raku work takes ceramics into the realms of wall art and sculpture.
Julian Smith Ceramics Ard na Mara Kinsale, Co. Cork www.juliansmithceramics.com potteringjulian@yahoo.com +353 (0)21 477 4099
Front image: Raku Fired Sea Horse ¤45
Juvi
Julie Danz & Vincent Tynan
“We buy really high quality stones. They speak for themselves. The stones are sourced from all over the world but the jewellery is made in our Foxrock studio in Dublin.”
Juvi Designs Cabinteely, Co. Dublin www.juvidesigns.com juvidesigns@hotmail.com +353 (0)86 101 0638
Front image: Green Onyx Earrings ¤95
Kerry Crafted Glass
Terence McSweeney
“Kerry Crafted Glass uses 100% recycled materials to create coloured decorative glassware.”
Kerry Crafted Glass Kilcummin Killarney Co. Kerry www.irishkerryglass.com kerrycraftedglass@eircom.net +353 (0)64 664 3295
Front image: Glass Oval Style Plate ¤68
Linda Wilson Knitwear
Linda Wilson
The fluid yet dramatic clothing is fashionable without being formal and is produced in cashmere and wool blends.
Linda Wilson Knitwear Unit 54, Tait Business Centre Dominic Street Co. Limerick www.lindawilsonknitwear.com info@lindawilsonknitwear.com +353 (0)61 419 477
Front image: Wrap 造75 & Scarf 造41.50
Lisa Ryder Designs
Lisa Ryder
Lisa’s work is fashion orientated and includes scarves and bags as well as super smart envelope clutches, laptop and tablet cases.
Lisa Ryder Designs Kilbride Newport Co. Mayo www.lisaryderdesigns.com ryder40@hotmail.com +353 (0)87 137 5065
Front image: ‘Dream a Dream’ Bag ¤390
Lisa Shawgi
Lisa Shawgi
“I see knitwear as a woven fabric to be tailored to create elegant and sophisticated finished pieces. Women in different cultures inspire me. I find how they dress, their attitude and what inspires them most interesting.”
Lisa Shawgi 88 Castlefield Court Clonsilla, Dublin 15 www.lisashawgi.com lisashawgi@hotmail.com +353 (0)86 856 7269
Front image: V-Neck Casmere and Cotton Tunic-Dress ¤280 Cardigan ¤298
Little Tree Crafts
Joe Jennings
“Simple, elegant and beautifully finished, Little ABC Frames are the perfect choice when looking for a personalised baby gift.”
Little Tree Crafts 30 Coolmine Business Park, Clonsilla Road, Dublin 15 www.littletreecrafts.ie mail@babyandchristening.ie +353 (0)86 815 2419
Front image: ‘Mr. & Mrs’ Framed ¤49.95
Living Ginger
Louise Brown
Louise’s colour palette is subtle, neutral tones reminiscent of the big sky country that surrounds her studio in Oughterard, Co Galway.
Living Ginger Designs Meadow View, Rusheeney Oughterard, Co. Galway +353 (0)83 3017694 livinggingerdesigns@yahoo.ie www.livinggingerdesigns.com
Front image: ‘Leaf Design’ 3 Tier Cake Stand ¤90
Liz Christy
Liz Christy
Liz looks to nature for colour inspiration. Her creations use cotton, wools, Angora, mohair and some man-made fibres. Everything is made in her Swallow Studio in Annyalla.
Handwoven by Liz Christy Swallow Studios Annyalla, Castleblayney Co. Monaghan www.lizchristy.com info@lizchristy.com +353 (0)42 974 6614
Front image: Handwoven Boucle Scarf Carnaby Street 造99
Mad4Hats
Patsy Flood O’Connor
“A hat will change your whole appearance, It gives you a sense of confidence and elegance and if you’re having a bad hair day it will help cover it up!”
Mad 4 Hats Ballygarvan, Gusserane New Ross Co. Wexford www.mad4hats.ie patsy@mad4hats.ie +353 (0)51 562 329
Front image: ‘Rose’ ¤145
Mamukko
Levente & Attila Magyar
“We’ve kept our family tradition alive but we want to be forward thinking about new ideas rather than continually looking to the past.”
Mamukko Farrangalway, Railway Station Kinsale, Co. Cork www.mamukko.ie contact@mamukko.ie +353 (0)85 734 2004
Front image: ‘On the Water Love’ Bag in sailcloth & leather combination ¤127
Martina Hamilton
Martina Hamilton
“The process is quite free when you make each design. I moved towards the abstract and my work started to take on a celestial quality.”
Martina Hamilton Collection 4 Castle Street, Sligo www.martinahamilton.ie info@martinahamilton.ie +353 (0)71 914 3686
Front image: Large Shell Pendant ¤210
Matt Jones
Matt Jones
“Wood tells a story. Its latent forces are reflected in the finished piece. These useful and beautiful objects can also be considered aesthetically pleasing carbon credits.”
Matt Jones The Outhouses,Ardkeeran Riverstown, Co. Sligo +353 (0)71 916 5587 / 087 2630588 info@mattjoneswoodturner.com www.mattjoneswoodturner.com
Front image: Calabash Bowl ¤175
Maureen Lynch
Maureen Lynch
“Simplicity is what I like. My pieces take their cue from the body itself. I always bear in mind the contours of the body when designing, so that the wearer feels comfortable and at ease.”
Maureen Lynch Jewellery 14 Beechwood Park Dun Laoghaire Co. Dublin www.maureenlynch.ie info@maureenlynch.ie +353 (0)1 214 7052
Front image: ‘Circle of Dreams’ Necklace Silver & 9ct Gold with 18" chain ¤175
McCul Clothing
Derek Young
“These are the stories that I was taught in school and the new generation continues to learn about in the classroom.”
McCul Clothing Unit 16, Finglas Business Centre Jamestown Road Dublin 11 www.mccul.ie derek@mccul.ie +353 (0)86 807 4397
Front image: ‘Grainne O’Malley’ Girls Pyjamas & Book Set ¤28
McKernan Scarves
Eugene & Anke McKernan
Eugene and Anke McKernan are a husband and wife team that have been weaving and knitting scarves since 1985.
McKernan Scarves Tuamgraney, Scariff Co. Clare info@scarves.ie +353 (0)61 921 527
Front image: Euro Speckle knitted unisex scarf 造54
Nicholas Mosse
Nicholas Mosse
“The Irish countryside inspires and supports me. Even the passing river is harnessed to fire our pottery. The old mill, where all the pots are made, supplies all the electrical requirements for the production and shop with our own hydro electricity.”
Nicholas Mosse Pottery Big Mill Bennettsbridge Co. Kilkenny www.nicholasmosse.com sales@nicholasmosse.com +353 (0)56 772 7505
Front image: Clover Shallow Dish ¤109
Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Riain Pottery
John Ryan
John Ryan, the man behind O’Riain Pottery makes functional and decorative stoneware, drawing inspiration from the surrounding rural landscape. Many pieces reflect local colours and textures.
O’Riain Pottery Lisananny Ballymote Co. Sligo www.oriainpottery.com oriainpottery@hotmail.com +353 (0)71 918 3838
ORi ai nPo t t e r y Handcrafted in Ireland. Front image: Butter Dish ¤35
Paul Maloney Pottery
Paul Maloney
“As a potter I’m only happy when handling clay. Everything is handmade here in Wexford by me and my team of three other potters.”
Paul Maloney Pottery Ballindinas Barntown Co. Wexford www.paulmaloneypottery.com maloneypottery@eircom.net +353 (0)53 912 0188
Front image: ‘Sea Breeze’ Range Teapot ¤63
Rachel Quinn
Rachel Quinn
“Living in a rural setting in the North West of Ireland it is impossible to deny one’s relationship with nature, the paths travelled by the ancient and ongoing cycle of past, present and future.”
Rachel Quinn Ceramics Cloonacurra Ballymote Co. Sligo www.rachelquinnceramics.ie rachelquinnceramics@eircom.net +353 (0)71 916 7767
Front image: Raku Fired Tiles in Walnut Stand: 2 Piece Landscape ¤36, 3 Piece Landscape ¤46
Rathlin Knitwear
Donal Sweeney
Rathlin Knitwear is a progressive craft business based in the Gaeltacht area of southwest Donegal. The company uses a wide range of new and traditional types of raw material including a signature line in Donegal tweed wool.
Rathlin Knitwear Kilcar Co. Donegal rathlinknitwear@eircom.net +353 (0)74 973 8287
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Front image: Cotton, Linen Mix Cardigans 造89
Rebeka Kahn Artwear
Rebeka Kahn
“Raku is an exciting process – the end result is in the hands of the fire.”
Rebeka Kahn 3 Rathmichael Haven Ferndale Road, Rathmichael Co.Dublin www.rebekakahnartwear.com info@rebekakahnartwear.com +353 (0)86 609 3808
Front image: Sunset Wave ¤325
Reborn Art
Marcin Calka
A dream inspired his balancing boats, small pieces whose sails can be customised to “make your own sculpture” Marcin explains. They have since become his signature.
Reborn Art Studio Tynagh Loughrea Co. Galway www.rebornart.ie studio@rebornart.ie +353 (0)85 113 3043
Front image: Balancing Boat Sculpture Small ¤85 Medium ¤165, Big ¤240, Large ¤390
Red Rufus
Christina Sanne
“A pair of socks is cut, stuffed and sewn to make a dog and then the fun really starts! Each SockDog is embellished with ribbon, buttons, felt and fabric to make a uniquely charming friend bursting with classic style and charm.”
Red Rufus 9 Clifton Lane, Clifton Avenue Monkstown, Co Dublin +353 (0)86 833 2250 christina@redrufus.ie www.redrufus.ie
Front image: Sock Dogs ¤15 to ¤32
Saba
Geraldine Murphy
“In animation things have to work in silhouette and that’s something I’ve brought into my designs. They have an animated look. They possess a sense of whimsy. I like designs that make the wearer smile.”
Saba Jewellery KCR Estate, Ravensdale Park Kimmage, Dublin 12 www.saba.ie info@saba.ie +353 (0)83 123 3158
Front image: Framed Enamel Heron ¤165
Sarah McKenna
Sarah McKenna
Sarah McKenna makes quirky giftware and tableware that is customisable using text and lyrics from wellknown songs pressed into the clay to create texture and a link to a memory. “The pieces are quite stylised and nostalgic,” she explains.
Sarah McKenna Ceramics Bridge Street Studio Dundalk, Co. Louth www.www.sarahmckenna.ie info@sarahmckenna.ie +353 (0)86 349 9195
Front image: Ceramic Tiles ¤45 each
Scatterpillar
Jacinta Leigh
Jacinta has always had a passion for recycling materials and it features a lot in her work. Trying to find a way to “hang onto memories” and what to do with her children’s drawings and outgrown clothes became the inspiration for ‘Scatterpillar’.
Scatterpillar Designs 128 Ben Madigan Road Drimnagh, Dublin 6 www.scatterpillardesigns.ie jacintaleighartist@gmail.com +353 (0)86 396 3820
Front image: ‘The Detective’ Soft Toy ¤75
Scribble & Stone
Jenny Kiernan
Scribble and Stone is a contemporary Irish fashion jewellery label featuring two distinct ranges; costume jewellery and a precious metal range. All of their jewellery is made in the Dublin Design Studio.
Scribble & Stone Moxie Studio, Lad Lane, Dublin 2 www.scribbleandstone.com scribbleandstone@gmail.com +353 (0)87 970 0535
Front image: Snakeskin & Metal Cuff 造55
SĂŠamus Gill Silversmithing and Jewellery
Séamus Gill
“I silversmith on a jewellery scale.”
Séamus Gill Studio 21, The Design Tower Pearse Street, Dublin 2 +353 (0)1 677 5701 seamus@seamusgill.com www.seamusgill.com
SÉAMUS GILL SILVERSMITHING & JEWELLERY
Front image: Twist Neckpiece, silver and 22 carat gold plating ¤625
Sevensisters Ceramics
Maeve Sookram
Maeve represents her view of contemporary Irish architecture and everyday objects through her range of unique and skillfully crafted hand built pieces.
Sevensisters Ceramics 10 Main Street, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny www.sevensistersceramics.com sevensistersceramics@eircom.net +353 (0)56 883 8548
Front image: Blue House T-Light 造25
Shevlin Millinery
John Shevlin
“When someone puts on a hat they turn heads. In this economic climate they allow you to accessorise clothes you already own in a new way.”
Shevlin Millinery Cow’s Lane Designer Studio, Essex Street, West Temple Bar, Dublin 8 www.shevlin.ie info@shevlin.ie +353 (0)87 245 5565
Front image: Gent’s Trilby ¤85
Simply Special
Shirley Hunter
“Consumers want something that is handmade in Ireland. Retailers like their simplicity. People are putting more money into cards these days. It’s a card with a small gift rather than the reverse.”
Simply Special 43 Droit Road Co. Tyrone www.simplyspecial4u.com srussellhunter@btinternet.com +44 (0)28 8166 1066
Simply Special Handmade cards
Front image: Simply Special Cards ¤4.95 each
Studio Donegal
Tristan Donaghy
“We’re not high fashion. We produce small quantities of cloth and already sell successfully to Japan where the customer wants to buy something that’s been made with love, care and attention to detail that is difficult to translate into words.”
Studio Donegal The Glebe Mill Kilcar, Co. Donegal www.studiodonegal.ie info@studiodonegal.ie +353 (0)74 973 8194
Front image: ‘Thaw’ Cable Knit Hat ¤39
Susannagh Grogan Design
Susannagh Grogan
The heavy silk, limited edition scarves have hand-finished edges and each comes with its own telling quote. One includes Oscar Wilde’s “One should either be a work of art or wear a work of art.”
Susannagh Grogan Designs The Enterprise Centre, The Old Firestation George’s Place, Dun Laoghaire Co. Dublin www.susannaghgrogan.com info@susannaghgrogan.com +353 (0)86 340 1835
Front image: Leather Clutch ¤180
The Handmade Soap Company
Donagh Quigley
“People want to know the provenance of everything from food to household products. They have changed the way that they buy. They want to shop local and support Irishmade goods.”
The Handmade Soap Company White Gables, Headfort Place Kells, Co. Meath www.thehandmadesoapcompany.ie info@thehandmadesoapcompany.ie +353 (0)86 887 3683
Front image: Hand Lotion with Grapefruit and May Chang ¤14.95
Tom Callery Ceramics
Tom Callery
The recent building of a new studio and kiln facility has enabled this move towards more gallery-orientated, oneoff sculptural pieces. “I’m quite involved in the landscapes, in a sense I paint Irish landscapes using a pot as a canvas.”
Tom Callery Ceramics Cloonamanagh Ballymote, Co. Sligo www.tomcalleryceramics.ie tom@tomcalleryceramics.ie +353 (0)71 919 7977 +353 (0)87 767 4992
Front image: Raku Love Bowl ¤65
Vivien Walsh
Vivien Walsh
“My new collection is boho inspired with lots of glass, chains, suede, sea shades, amazonite and pale greys coming together to create an Ibiza feel.”
Vivien Walsh 93 Monkstown Road Monkstown, Co. Dublin +353 1 214 4555 info@vivienwalsh.com www.vivienwalsh.com
Front image: Blown Glass Necklace ¤95
Crafts Council of Ireland Castle Yard, Kilkenny, Ireland T: +353 (0)56 776 1804 F: +353 (0)56 776 3754 info@ccoi.ie www.ccoi.ie