Cork Craft Month 2017 brochure by Siubhan Mc Devitt

Cork Craft Month 2017

27. July - 3. September 2017

A Big Thank You Thank you to all of those who have made Cork Craft Month 2017 possible through their continued hard work, financial support and recognition. Thank you to all our wonderful sponsors without whom we would not be in a position to bring you this years packed programme of events. Thank you to all the members of Cork Craft and Design who have organised events and opened their studios to visitors, proving Cork is once again simply ‘the most creative place to be’ in Ireland this August. We also owe a huge debt of gratitude to our voluntary board who have worked tirelessly to bring about the 8th annual Cork Craft Month. Cork Craft Month acknowledges the generous support of: OUR FUNDERS

MEDIA PARTNERS

SUPPORTERS

Thanks to YOU , our customers and admirers for supporting the work that we do and many small local businesses and craftspeople – shop local! We hope that you enjoy the series of events throughout Cork Craft month and that you continue to support and inspire the wealth of craft and creativity present in Cork city and county today.

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Chairmans Message

Map

Core Events

Workshops & Demos

Exhibitions

Made in Cork Trail

Open studios

Meet the Team

Each of our event listings is accompanied by a map reference point and you’ll find a handy map to guide you on centre pages M

Are you a professional craft maker working in Cork ? Do you run a craft gallery or craft shop in Cork county? Would you like to know more about joining Cork Craft & Design? Then we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like a membership form then simply send an email to membershipccd@gmail.com Contact Siubhán on +353 (0)21 436 8365 or corkcraftdesign@gmail.com @corkcraftdesign

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Chairman’s Message Welcome to Cork Craft Month 2017 It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Cork Craft Month on behalf of the board and members of Cork Craft and Design. Now in its eight year our growing craft festival spans both the city and county with an abundance of talented craftspeople using their ingenuity and skills to produce exquisite craft products throughout Cork. We invite you to join with us in celebrating the diversity of craft available to view, buy, see, collect, touch, and simply enjoy. 2017 is a landmark year for Cork Craft & Design; with the help of the Cork Local Enterprise Offices and the Cork County Council, we are delighted to have opened our new headquarters and cooperative craft shop at 27a St Patrick’s Woolen Mills, Douglas, Co. Cork. The opening of this new premises marks an important milestone in the organisations ongoing strategy to be at the heart of the support and development of small craft enterprises in Cork. There is a lot of craft activity in the heart of Cork city this year; ‘CONFIGURATION ‘our showcase exhibition features work from some of Corks well established makers in Cork city hall and ‘Emerge’ at the CIT Wandesford Quay Gallery features the work of talented new graduates in craft from three Cork colleges. Have a full and exciting programme of exhibitions, open studios, free demonstrations, and workshops throughout the county for you to explore and enjoy. With best regards, Tony Farrell - Woodturner Chairman of Cork Craft and Design 2017 For more information on any of the

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Core Events 2017 Cork Craft & Design is a voluntary organisation that brings together craft makers from many discipline’s based all over Cork city and county. This is the eighth year that we have programmed an exciting month of craft events to provide you with great opportunities to see, touch and purchase some the very best craft being produced in Ireland today. Here is a list of our ‘Core Events’ for 2017 – a very special collection of events that represent our makers across many craft disciplines.

CONFIGURATION - Cork Craft & Design - Annual Showcase Exhibition

The jewel in the crown of Cork Craft Month, ‘CONFIGURATION’ promotes the talents of both established and emerging makers. Expect unique and dynamic work from small scale to large installation work. Curated by Tina Darb Bibi Baskin will launch exhibition @ 6.00pm Thursday 3th August – all are welcome

The Home Event – with Cork Craft & Design

Our new exhibition and retail space is a ‘must see’ during Cork Craft Month. Bringing together a diverse rotating collection of Cork Craft & Designs members work , why not pop in and meet and talk to the makers working there about their products and inspirations.

‘Emerge’ proudly debuts work from graduating students of C.I.T Crawford College of Art and Design, Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa and St Johns Central College as part of Cork Craft Month. Presenting works from the three college’s “Emerge” aims to give the city a snapshot of what up and coming contemporary Irish design and craft. An appreciation of raw materials and age-old craft skills are blended with modern technology and production methods. Curated by Roisín Foley. Opening Night on Friday 4th Aug @ 6:00pm. All are welcome !

The Atrium, Cork City Hall, Anglesea Street, Cork City August 4th - 25th, open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm

James O’Neill Building (formerly The Old Mill), Kinsale 28th July - 3rd September , 10am 6pm daily (closed Tuesdays)

CCD Exhibition Space & Craft Shop 27a St Patricks Woolen Mills, Douglas, Co Cork (next to ‘On the Pigs Back’ Café) All Month: Mon - Sat 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

‘Emerge’ New Makers Exhibition CIT Wandesford Quay Gallery, Clarke’s Bridge, Wandesford Quay, Cork Friday 4th – Saturday 26th August Tue - Fri: 11.00am to 5.00pm Sat: 12:00pm to 5:00pm

New for 2017!

Meet the makers – Series of FREE Craft Demonstrations At various venues throughout the county and the month

Be sure and check out our very special selection of FREE craft demonstrations available on pages 18 to 21 where you can meet our makers and witness their techniques, and skills.

For more information on any of the above listings please contact :

T: 021 436 8365 @corkcraftdesign

E: corkcraftdesign@gmail.com

W: corkcraftanddesign.com

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Exhibitions

Exhibitions Mixed Crafts CONFIGURATION Cork Craft & Design - Annual Showcase Exhibition

The Atrium, Cork City Hall, Anglesea Street, Cork City August 4th - 25th, open Mon - Fri 9am 5pm Bibi Baskin will launch exhibition @ 6.00pm Thursday 3th August – all are welcome

‘CONFIGURATION’ is a destination exhibition for the very best of design and craft work by makers in Cork City and County. Expect unique and dynamic work from small scale to large installation work. Age old craft such as ceramics and textiles will be presented side by side with new technologies such as laser cutting. Cork Craft Months Showcase exhibition offers a visual feast for the viewer as well as insights into the incredible talent and innovations by the members of Cork Craft & Design. Curated by Tina Darb

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The Home Event - with Cork Craft & Design

James O’Neill Building (formerly The Old Mill), Kinsale 28th July - 3rd September , 10am - 6pm daily (closed Tuesdays)

An extra special craft event featuring an eclectic selection of work by Cork Craft & Designs members’. A haven of handmade items for the home, this event will include furniture, textiles, ceramics, woodturning and framed pieces to suit all budgets and tastes. This is your ideal opportunity to pick up a locally made item to enhance your home or an extra special gift for someone else’s home.

T: 021 436 8365 E: corkcraftdesign@gmail.com

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27a St Patricks Woolen Mills, Douglas, Co Cork (next to ‘On the Pigs Back’ Café) All Month – Mon – Sat : 9:30 am – 5:30pm

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Cork Craft & Design : Craft Shop

Bringing together a diverse collection of Cork Craft & Designs members work for you to view and buy. This ongoing exhibition of our members work changes each month; located in a bright contemporary space where you can meet and talk to the makers working there about their products and inspirations. A ‘must see’ during Cork Craft Month.

T: 087 9608249 E: corkcraftdesign@gmail.com

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‘Emerge’ New Makers Exhibition CIT Wandesford Quay Gallery, Clarke’s Bridge, Wandesford Quay, Cork Friday 4th – Saturday 26th August Tue - Fri: 11.00am to 5.00pm Sat: 12:00pm to 5:00pm

‘Emerge’ proudly debuts work from graduating students of C.I.T Crawford College of Art and Design, Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa and St Johns Central College as part of Cork Craft Month. Each of the makers has taken their first steps toward professional practice moving outside of the college campus. Presenting works from the three college’s “Emerge” aims to give the city a snapshot of what ‘up and coming’ contemporary Irish design and craft looks like. An appreciation of raw materials and age-old craft skills are blended with modern technology and production methods. We see design influences at play from a mass of in depth research. Clean forms often mask hours of planning, testing, and careful production required to complete these pieces. Two free childrens workshops will take place during August as part of this exhibition, see page 26 for more details. Opening Night on Friday 4th Aug @ 6:00pm. All are welcome! T: 021 433 5210 E: ccad.gallery@cit.ie W: ccad-research.org/gallery

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“The Wild Atlantic Way” An exhibition of handmade craft, paintings and photography. O’Driscoll Gallery, Main Street ( just off), Levis’ Quay, Skibbereen August 5th – September 17th Mon – Sat. 10.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. Not to be missed; this Year’s eagerly awaited “West Cork Creates” exhibition is entitled “The Wild Atlantic Way”. The show promises to be an inspiring exhibition showing outstanding work work created by visual artists, craftspeople, photographers and designers, from all over West Cork and beyond . The O’Driscoll Gallery is situated behind Peter O’ Sullivan’s shop, on Levis’ Quay, just off Main Street, Skibbereen

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Cork Craft ‘On The Pig’s Back’ On the Pig’s Back, Unit26, St Patricks Mills, Douglas, Co. Cork. All month: 9am – 4pm Monday – Saturday & 10am – 3pm Sunday The highly acclaimed ‘On the Pigs Back’ café plays host to a beautiful selection of craft pieces in celebration of Cork Craft Month – each piece created in Cork and displayed in this relaxed and welcoming space.

E: 021 4617832 W: onthepigsback.ie

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‘EAST CORK CREATES’ a collection on display at SILVERSTONE DIMENSIONS, The Courtyard, 8 Main St, Midleton. All Month : Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 5pm To celebrate Cork Craft Month Silverstone Dimensions will showcase a collection of work by East Cork based makers. All the craftspeople exhibiting in “East Cork Creates” craft their work using traditional techniques and methods. It is a collection within which you will find beautiful pieces to adorn yourself, your table or your home. All of the work on display is handmade to the highest of standards by an expert in their chosen craft. Drop in and enjoy the beauty of what East Cork Creates.

T: 021 4634758 or 0851444338 W: info@silverstonedimensions.com

Ceramics ‘All Fired Up’ The Society of Cork Potters’ Annual Members’ Exhibition The Lavit Gallery, 5 Father Mathew St, Cork city. August 2nd - 26th : Tuesday - Saturday, 10.30 - 6pm

A showcase of diverse work by a group of independent ceramic artists working in Cork city and county. If you would like to attend any of our events, or become a member of Cork Potters, please drop us an e-mail, we’d love to hear from you!

E: corkpotters@gmail.com W: corkpotters.com

Charlie Mahon – Solo Show Mill Cove Gallery , Mill Cove House , Castletownbere, Co. Cork 10th – 24th August

Charlie graduated from Crawford College of Art in sculpture and then went to the University of Mississippi, USA to study ceramics with Professor Ron Dale. On returning to Ireland he concentrated on using clay as an art form. He uses his sculptural background with his wild and witty imagination to bring forth images moulded in clay. His work has a great sense of enjoyable comedy.

T: 027 70393 W: mahonpottery.com

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Textiles ‘Textiles at Home’ An Exhibition by Members of the Cork Textiles Network James O’Neill Building (formerly The Old Mill), Kinsale 16th August - 3rd September , 10am - 6pm daily (closed Tuesdays) ‘Textiles at Home’ is a showcase exhibition of the innovative work of the members of Cork textiles network. Exploring to concept of Home and what that means to us through the skilful manipulation of textiles, fibre, yarns and thread.

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Woodturning “WOODSPUN” An Exhibition The James O’Neill Building (formerly the Old Mill ), Kinsale, Co Cork. 27th July - 14th August 10am - 6pm (closed Tuesdays) ‘’WOODSPUN’’ an exhibition & craft fair of hand turned craft pieces by members of the Cork chapter of the Irish Woodturning Guild. A perfect opportunity to discuss technique, finishes, wood types or just to chat and admire. This exhibition features a free woodturning Demonstration on Saturday 12th August 1pm – 3pm.

T: 086-8520542 or 087 2380756 E: mick.bouchier@gmail.com

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Open Studios

Open Studios tion in this secluded corner of the coast, Sara also offers a guided walk (40 mins), taking in spectacular views and historical facts, followed by home baking and tea or coffee. Please make contact for further information or directions.

Bookbinding & Papercraft: Barbara Hubert Bookbindery Tobin Street , Cork City All Month Mon – Fri 9 am - 5 pm & Sat 12 pm – 4 pm

T: 021 4887423 or 086 8162277 E: sararobertsceramics@gmail.com W: sramics.com

Siobhain Steele Ceramics Studio We are a traditional bookbindery in the heart of Cork City. In our workshop we make and sell hand bound books, albums and boxes in decorative paper, fabric and leather. We offer book repair and personalised books made to order. Come and visit our shop. T: 021 4277546 E: hubertbookbind@gmail.com W: hubertbookbinding.com

Kildinan, Rathcormac, Co Cork Visitors welcome all month by appointment

Ceramics Sara Roberts Ceramics Chinamans Loft, The Rennies, Nohoval, Co. Cork 10th August- 31st August by appointment only

Siobhain’s ceramic designs include lamps, vases, framed designs and her unique ceramic bottles, which are carefully hand decorated to evoke a sense of simplicity and serenity. Inspired by the lush natural landscape surrounding her studio in Rathcormac, Co Cork. Commissions welcome. For children’s and adult classes please contact Siobhain directly. T: 0877548526 E: siobhainsteele@gmail.com W: siobhainsteeleceramics.com

A lovely studio to visit in woodlands by the sea, just 20 mins from Kinsale or Carrigaline. Sara’s work in porcelain is inspired by her natural surroundings and ranges from affordable gift items to more bespoke large wall pieces. For those interested to experience her inspira-

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The Courtyard, 8 Main Street, Midleton, Co. Cork All Month Tue –Sat 10.30am – 5.30pm

Patrick Roche Contemporary Jewellery

Handmade jewellery Studio. Silverstone Dimensions have a wide and varied collection of stylist handmade jewellery, including subtle Silver bars, shaped, polished and textured shells and striking Ebony pendants. Our jewellery is made to reflect a contemporary style that is imaginative, wearable and enduring. Visitors welcome and commissions taken.

Main Street Ballydehob, West Cork All month Tues - Sat 10am – 5pm

Patrick Roche is a jewellery designer working in platinum, gold and silver. Much of his experience is in the making of one-off commissioned pieces, working with clients to arrive at a design that suits their personal taste and budget before bringing the design drawings to life at the workbench. Collections are available in silver and gold using a variety of carefully chosen quality gemstones. T: 028 - 25837 E: info@patrickrochegoldsmith.com W: patrickrochegoldsmith.com

T: 021-4634758 or 086 3882789 E: info@silverstonedimensions.com W: silverstonedimensions.com

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Mixed Craft Kilcoe Studios Kilcoe, Skibbereen, P81YA22, Co.Cork Sunday and Saturday 5th and 6th August 12 noon – 6pm or phone ahead at another time to book an appointment

Aoife O’Mahony Designs Marsh Road, Skibbereen, Co. Cork All month by appointment only

Aoife creates elegantly simple jewellery, specialising in wedding bands in gold, palladium, platinum and titanium along with diamonds and coloured stones. T: 028 23941 or 086 1297572 E: info@aoifeomahony.ie W: aoifeomahony.ie

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The workplace of Sonia Caldwell and Eamon Quinn. Eamon builds functional furniture that combines clean lines with traditional joinery techniques. Sonia has been carving stone for many years and creates fine art sculptures as well as smaller craft pieces which offers an affordable way to own a piece of hand crafted Irish stone. Sonia also creates a range of calendars and greeting cards when not working outside ! T: 028 38946 or 0872998218 E: kilcoequinn@eircom.net W: kilcoestudios.com

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Hilary Nunan ‘The Cottage, Ringabella, Minane Bridge, Co. Cork Open by appointment only Hilary’s studio is set in the very tranquil and picturesque setting of Ringabella. Her work is inspired by the leafy, lush landscape and shoreline on her doorstep. A love of colour and texture combined with the use of natural fibres, acrylic and a variety of alternative materials motivates her to create her ecorative wall pieces. T: 086 3558993 E: hilarynunan@gmail.com W: hilarynunan.ie

Sculpture Christine Byrne Sculpture Reldare House, Model Farm Road, Carrigrohane , Co. Cork All month 11:30am - 5pm Daily by appointment only

Textiles Marimu Designs Ballymountain North, Innishannon, Co Cork Open Studio all month by appointment

Mary Palmer of Marimu Designs is a Textile artist and quilter whose work includes the design and production of intricate and colourful large scale quilts. She also produces smaller framed works and ommissioned pieces. Mary is happy to discuss her work in progress, techniques and inspirations with visitors to her studio in Ballymountain North. T: 087 9481567 E: marimu.designs@gmail.com W: marimudesigns.com

Christina Jasmin Roser Libeen, Dunbeacon, Durrus, West Cork

Christine Byrne is an award winning sculptor – her subject matter is diverse and she works in stone, metal and ceramics. Each piece is unique; capturing the essence and movement of her subject matter and inspirations. Visitors are welcome at the studio/gallery by appointment only. (Demonstrations available) T: 0872452237 E: christineaabyrne@gmail.com W: christineabyrne.com

Visitors are welcome all month by appointment only, please call for directions. Come and visit Christina in her idyllic home studio in West Cork where you will not only see her at work but also the many possibilities within the craft of felt making. Workshops given throughout the year.

T: 086 394 7574 E: feltmakercjr@gmail.com W: ChristinaJasminRoser.com

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Woodturning Benchspace Unit 15 Block O, Marina Commercial Park, Cork City Fri 11th August, 10am - 8pm Sat 12th August 10am - 6pm

Benchspace, Cork’s shared access workshop for furniture makers and fine woodworkers, will hold two open studio days as part of Cork Craft Month.Visitors are welcome to look behind the scenes and meet the makers who work at this exciting new maker space. Members will be demonstrating woodwork techniques and there will a chance for visitors to try their hand at this amazing craft.This is an excellent opportunity for those curious about fine woodwork or who might like to get involved in the Benchspace programme. Parking available, wheelchair accessible, under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. E: hello@benchspacecork.ie W: benchspacecork.ie

Tony Farrell – Woodturner Ballinora, Waterfall, Co. Cork All Month by appointment only

Come and visit this workshop where Tony Farrell creates beautiful and functional wooden bowls, plates and lamps from a variety of native Irish woods including Elm, Beech and Chestnut. Creating exquisite hollow forms to quirky wooden buttons Tony welcomes commissions and visitors to view his workshop and gallery. If possible please contact Tony before your visit. T: 021 4874504 or 087 2380756 E: tafarrell@eircom.net W: tonyfarrell.ie

Peter Collins - Woodturner Coolnacahera, Lissacreasig, Macroom, Co. Cork 10:30pm – 4:30pm Every Thursday

Peter Collins from ‘Of the wood‘ invites visitors to his studio in Coolnacahera to show how he produces his work from start to finish. Tours available every hour on the hour each Thursday during Cork Craft Month. Please telephone in advance for directions. T: 087 213 0471 E: petercollinswoodturner@gmail.com @corkcraftdesign

Map

Cork City Centre

B TOBIN ST. D ANGLESEA ST.

A WANDESFORD QUAY GALLERY

C FATHER MATHEW ST.

COOLNACAHERA 3

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2 GLENGARRIFF

1 CASTLETOWN-BEARHAVEN

4 DUNBEACON

5 BALLYDEHOB 6 KILCOE

7 SKIBBEREEN

23 ROSSCARBE

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CHARLEVILLE 22

21 KILDINAN

20A GLENAWILLAN

MODEL FARM ROAD 13 BALLINORA 12

20 MIDLETON

18 MARINA COMM. PARK

SHANAGARRY 19

11 OVENS

DOUGLAS - Cork Cra and Design 17

OCKAVILLA 10 16 RINGABELLA

BANDON 9 KINSALE 14

8 CLONAKILTY

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15 NOHAVAL

Kinsale Town Centre JAMES O'NEILL BUILDING GUARDWELL

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Workshops & Demos

Workshops & Demos Meet the makers: Bandon Introduction to making natural skincare with Geraldine Quinlan of Aurora Natural Skincare Upstairs at An Tobairin Health Store, Bandon, Co Cork Saturday 12th August 2pm – 3pm If you are interested in finding out about the benefits of making natural and organic skincare then come along to this talk. You will also learn about the harmful effects of some common ingredients used in high street products and how to avoid them. You will see how easy it is to make your own natural skincare and you can take home a sample of what we make on the day to try. This is a drop-in session, no need to book in advance Cost: €10 T: 085 8205596 E: auroranaturalskincare@gmail.com W: facebook/auroranaturalskincare

Meet the makers: Cork City Kate Standen Ceramics Demonstration Lavit Gallery, 5 Father Mathew St. Cork Saturday 12th August @ 12.00 noon Ceramicist Kate Standen will be giving a free demonstration of her skills in the Lavit gallery. A great opportunity to see an artist at work, and chance to engage in an informal conversation on the artist’s process and inspirations. T: 021 4277749 E: thelavitgallery@eircom.net W: lavitgallery.com

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A series of demonstrations by some of our members in our co-operative craft Shop at Cork Craft & Design, 27a St. Patricks Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork.

Free-machine embroidery demonstration by Arlene Shawcross Saturday 26th August 11.30am - 12.30pm

FREE Ceramics demonstration by Siobhain Steele Ceramics Wednesday 2nd August : 12 noon – 2pm Come in and visit with the popular and award-winning Cork based ceramicist Siobhain Steele. Siobhain will give informal demonstrations of her slipcast ceramics techniques instore. T: 0877548526 E: siobhainsteele@gmail.com

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Meet the makers: Douglas

Textile artist Arlene Shawcross of Aurelia Threads will demonstrate her free-machine embroidery techniques, turning her sewing machine into a drawing tool to create exciting, colourful images and effects. E: aureliathreads@gmail.com

FREE Candle Making demonstration by Kathryn Moffat Friday 18th August : 12 noon – 2pm

Meet the makers: Kinsale A series of demonstrations by some of our members as part of the ‘HOME’ exhibition in The James O’Neill Building (formerly the Old Mill) Kinsale Co. Cork.

FREE Furniture making Demonstration: Crafting a 3-legged stool with Don O’Sullivan Friday 4th August 1pm – 3pm Wednesday 16th August 1pm – 3pm Candlemaker and aromatherapist Kathryn Moffat from the Cork company ‘Hoozits and Wotzits’ will be instore to talk informally about fragrance combining, essential oils and her candle-making techniques. T: 086 405 2912 E: hoozitzandwotzitz@yahoo.ie @corkcraftdesign

Furniture maker and designer Don O’Sullivan will demonstrate making his 3-legged stool in the HOME exhibition space. Inspired by Irish milking stools the 3-legged stool is most suitable for uneven floors. Don’s stools are made from Irish grown hardwoods. E: eamonnos23@gmail.com W: eamonnosullivan.com

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Meet the makers: Kinsale

FREE Papercraft demonstration: The Beauty of Quilling with Ioana Cretu

FREE Woodturning Demonstration Saturday 12th August 1pm – 3pm

Wednesday 9th August 1pm – 3pm

Ioana Cretu of ‘The Beauty of Quilling’ will demonstrate the papercraft technique of quilling in Kinsale. Quilling or paper filigree is an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. E: cretuioana@yahoo.com

Woodturners from the Cork chapter of the Woodturners Guild will demonstrate their skills at this free outdoor event (weather permitting) and will happily answer questions on the woodturning techniques they use. The mission of the chapter is to develop the skill of woodturning and to make it accessible to the local community through teaching exhibitions and demonstrations W: corkwoodturning.blogspot.ie

FREE Patchwork Demonstration by Mary Palmer Wednesday 23 August 1pm – 3pm

Award winning textile artist Mary Palmer will demonstrate the english paper piecing technique (hand piecing) and answer any of your quilting and patchwork questions at this free event. T: 087 948 1567 E: marimu.designs@gmail.com

Free-machine embroidery demonstration by Arlene Shawcross Sunday 27th August 2pm - 3pm

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Meet the makers: Midleton Jewellery making demonstration by Shmuel Yolzari The Courtyard, 8 Main Street, Midleton, Co. Cork Saturday 19th August 11am - 1pm Jewellery designer and maker Shmuel welcomes you to his workshop in the courtyard for a demonstration of his jewellery making skills and techniques.

T: 021-4634758 or 086 3882789 E: info@silverstonedimensions.com W: silverstonedimensions.com

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Cork Craft Month Workshops & Classes Programme 2017 Clay Summer Camp @ Siobhain Steeles Ceramics Studio

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Kildinan, Rathcormac, Co Cork Monday to Thursday - July 17th, 18th 19th and 20th.

Porcelain Workshop days at studio of Sara Roberts 20 mins from Kinsale or Carrigaline, Co. Cork Thursday – Sunday 17th - 20th August, 10am – 4pm

Fun creative and educational projects using hand building techniques. All work fired and glazed to take home after. Small classes in a working studio. All materials included. Suitable for ages 5+ Cost €100 per child, 10% reduction for siblings.

Experience a ‘get away from it all’ day at Sara’s lovely studio, tucked away in woodlands by the sea near Nohoval village where Sara will host a long weekend of workshops, as part of August Craft Month. These adult workshops are tailored to suit individual requirements and no previous experience is needed. You are welcome to sign up for a full day’s workshop or attend for several days. The day includes morning coffee and home baking and a three-course lunch. Groups of friends or individuals welcome. The all-inclusive fee is €100 per person per day, for further details contact Sara. T: 0214887423 or 0868162277 E: sararobertsceramics@gmail.com W: sramics.com

T: 0877548526 E: siobhainsteele@gmail.com W: siobhainsteeleceramics.com

2 day Ceramic courses at Stable Door Pottery Stable Door Pottery, Shanagarry Design Centre, Shanagarry, P25 HX82, East Cork Saturday 5th and Saturday 19th August (group 1) Saturday 12th and Saturday 26th August (group 2) 11.00am - 4.00pm both days Sign up today to learn how to make your very own piece of pottery using a hand building technique. Price per person for the two-day ceramics course is €190 including all materials and lunch in the Shanagarry cafe upstairs. Class size limited to 6 adults per class T: 086 1594364 E: stabledoorpottery@eircom.net W: stabledoorpottery.com

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Create a personalised range of natural facial skincare products with Geraldine Quinlan of Aurora Natural Skincare An Tobairin Health Store, Bandon, Co Cork Saturday 19th August : 10 – 5pm

Introduction to Feltmaking with Stephanie Tenier The Uillin, West Cork Arts Centre, Skibberreen, Co.Cork Saturday 5th August : 10am - 2pm

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to create a range of luxurious natural skincare specifically tailored to your skin type. You will make the following full-size products that you will take home with you: a facial cleanser, exfoliator, toner, serum moisturiser, lip balm and mask. All of these products are made without using any synthetic ingredients. Places are limited. Booking is essential. Cost: €160

Create your own range of personalised body skincare products with Geraldine Quinlan of Aurora Natural Skincare An Tobairin Health Store, Bandon, Co Cork Saturday 26th August : 10 – 5pm

This hands-on workshop will focus on guiding you to create your own personal range of full size body products to take home with you; these will include body oils, body scrub, hand cream, body butter, natural deodorant and a revitalising foot balm. All of these products are made without using any synthetic ingredients and are specifically tailored to your skin’s requirements. Places are limited. Booking is essential. Cost: €160 T: 085 8205596 E: auroranaturalskincare@gmail.com W: facebook/auroranaturalskincare @corkcraftdesign

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Natural Skincare

Discover and explore the craft of Feltmaking with Textile artist Stephanie Tenier from Feltastik. Learn how to create a beautiful twodimensional felted picture using merino wool & natural fibers. Explore a variety of techniques from wool layout, to painting with wool and creating interesting textures. Take home your work of Art as well as new skills to help you experiment further with this wonderful medium. This course will be run in a small group setting to ensure each participant benefits fully from this fun creative experience. This course is suitable for beginners. Course Fee: €55 per person - (Fee includes all materials & refreshments) T: 086.8977338 E: Feltastik@gmail.com W: Feltastik.com

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Print and Sew your own Cushion workshops with Anne Kiely Currabeg, Ovens, Co. Cork Saturday 19th August: 10am - 5pm & Saturday 26th August: 10am - 5pm Experience printing and sewing a Cork themed cushion using prepared emulsion screens and images created by Anne Kiely. Inks, zips and fabrics supplied. Use of screens and squeegees are included in the fees. Please feel free to bring along your own sewing machine, I will have three on site for use on the day. Each participant will leave with hand printed and machine stitched cushion cover Maximum group of 5 per workshop. Fee €95 T: 087 2398494 E: kielyanne63@gmail.com

Two One-day Feltmaking workshops with Christina Jasmin Roser Durrus, West Cork Saturday August 12th - Flat feltmaking 10am – 5pm Saturday August 19th - 3D feltmaking 10am – 5pm

all materials, a delicious home cooked lunch, coffee, tea and cake. Price € 95.- pp (for August only bring a friend with you for € 55) T: 086 394 7574 E: feltmakercjr@gmail.com W: ChristinaJasminRoser.com

Patchwork & Quilting - Drunkards Path and Curved Piecing Workshop with Mary Palmer Knockavilla Parish Hall, (off the Bandon Road, near Crossbarry) Sunday 20th August - 9:30am – 4:30pm This workshop is suitable for experienced patch-workers and quilters. Learn how simple this supposedly difficult block is to piece. In addition, we’ll play with some freehand curved piecing. Please bring your own sewing machine (some machines are also available) Light lunch and materials included, cost is €50. Pre-booking is necessary as spaces are limited. T: 087 948 1567 E: marimu.designs@gmail.com

Painting Free Introductory Painting Classes with artist Phil Davis Shanagarry Design Centre Sunday 13th August: 2.00pm - 4.00pm Sunday 20th August: 2.00pm - 4.00pm Come on a 1-day hands-on workshop for adults at Christina’s idyllic studio in Durrus West Cork, where you will explore the magic of the wet felt making technique. In both workshops, we will cover all the basics but from there on it is up to you whether you prefer to make a flat piece such as a picture or a unique notebook cover or a 3D seamless hollow object such as a vessel, purse, or small bag with the help of a simple plastic resist. For further information please contact me or visit my webpage. Price incl.

Have you ever wanted to try you’re hand at painting? Now is your chance to experience two free workshops with Shanagarry based artist Phil Davis. Classes are limited to 6 people so booking essential. Shanagarry Design Centre Studio open to visitors everyday 10am til 6.00pm T: 086 2468303 E: phildavis@iol.ie

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Printing & papercraft Print your own Greeting Cards workshops with Anne Kiely Currabeg, Ovens, Co. Cork Thursday 17th August: 7pm - 9.30pm & Thursday 24th August: 7pm - 9.30pm Experience hand screen printing greeting cards using prepared emulsion screens and images created by Anne Kiely. All materials supplied. Use of screens and squeegees, are included in fees. Maximum group of 6 per workshop. Each participant will leave with 10 greeting cards. Fee â&#x201A;Ź30

T: 087 2398494 E: kielyanne63@gmail.com

Create your own Hard Bound Book with Barbara Hubert Bookbinding Hatfield House, Tobin Street, Cork City Saturday 19th August 10am - 2pm You will learn how to make a full hard bound book. We will show you how to stitch sections and make the cover to fit. Using our materials of Marbled, Chiyogami and Momigami papers along with linens and cloths. Only 5 people per class Cost: â&#x201A;Ź50 (materials included)

T: 021 4277546 E: hubertbookbind@gmail.com W: hubertbookbinding.com

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Creative Workshops for Kids

FREE Wearables Workshop @ ‘Emerge’

Clay Summer Camp @ Siobhain Steeles Ceramics Studio

CIT Wandesford Quay Gallery, Clarke’s Bridge, Wandesford Quay, Cork Wednesday 9th August : 1pm-3pm Age: 8-12 year olds

Kildinan, Rathcormac, Co Cork Monday to Thursday - July 17th, 18th 19th and 20th

This free childrens workshop will explore a range of textiles in a playful and engaging way. Through an exploration of everyday materials, the participants will create ‘wearable sculptures’ which will bring art to life. Spaces are limited so advance booking is recommended. T: 021 433 5210 E: ccad.gallery@cit.ie W: ccad-research.org/gallery

FREE Exhibition Tour and Workshop @ ‘Emerge’ CIT Wandesford Quay Gallery, Clarke’s Bridge, Wandesford Quay, Cork Wednesday 16th August : 1pm-3pm Age: 8-12 year olds Free exhibition tour and workshop for children aged 8 - 12 years. Following a tour of the exhibition Emerge, participants will be given the chance to respond to some of their favourite works through an interactive workshop which will include sculpture, drawing and painting. Spaces are limited so advance booking is recommended T: 021 433 5210 E: ccad.gallery@cit.ie W: ccad-research.org/gallery

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Made in Cork Trail Craft Shops, Fairs & Galleries Cork Craft & Design Craft Shop Cork Craft & Design, 27a St. Patricks Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork All Month – Mon – Sat 9:30am – 5pm

Bringing together a diverse collection of Cork Craft & Designs members work for you to view and buy. Right next door to ‘On the Pigs back’ Café; this ongoing exhibition of our members work changes each month; located in a bright contemporary space where you can meet and talk to the makers working there about their products and inspirations. A ‘must see’ during Cork Craft Month. T: 021 436 8365 E: corkcraftdesign@gmail.com W: corkcraftanddesign.com

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The Home Event – with Cork Craft & Design James O’Neill Building (formerly The Old Mill), Kinsale 27th July - 3rd September , 10am - 6pm daily (closed Tuesdays)

The Design & Craft Studio Main Street, Charleville, Co Cork Tues - Thurs 10am - 6.00pm Fri - Sat 10am - 5.30pm

The Lavit Gallery 5 Father Mathew St., Cork City All Month Tues to Sat 10.30am - 6pm

The Design & Craft Studio is based in Charleville, Co. Cork. It is owned by Batik artist, Judy Reardon. Stocking uniquely handmade Irish craft magnificently crafted by established makers from all corners of the country. Judy sells her own batik art and as the shop is a working studio, you can see her busy at work creating her batiks. This is a great craft shop, with over seventy stockists, selling beautiful and affordable handmade craft. T: +353 87 7683099 E: thedesignandcraftstudio1@yahoo.com W: thedesignadncraftstudio.com

Kinsale Craft Fair Temperance Hall, Short Quay, Kinsale, Cork Every Wednesday 10.00am - 4.00pm

The Lavit Craft Collection is a range of quality, inspired craft created by Irish craftspeople. A wide range of ceramics, wood, textiles and glass items offer a great variety of unique gift ideas to suit all budgets. Love Irish Craft work! T: 021 4277749 E: thelavitgallery@eircom.net W: lavitgallery.com

The ‘Kinsale Community Crafters’ sell a wide range of locally produced quality handmade crafts. Including jewellery, handmade soaps, wood turned items, sewing, fabric art, photography, paintings, lace, crochet, driftwood art, stained glass and more! M: 086 3270726 E: info@soapdreams.ie

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West Cork Crafts @ the Morris Gallery

Clonakilty Community Arts Centre, Astna Sq., Clonakilty Open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 12-4 and by arrangement

63 Townsend Street, Coppingers Lane, Skibbereen, Co.Cork All month : Mon - Sat 10.30am – 5.30pm daily

Little Green Dot make Beautiful, Unique Toys and Baby Gifts in their Studio in Clonakilty, West Cork. These blankets, booties, hats, bandana bibs and other personalised gifts are handcrafted using quality designer and organic fabrics in bright, child-friendly prints. Their new shop also stocks the work of 14 other local makers/designers including ceramics, jewellery, photographic prints, candles, felted work, illustrations etc. Drop in to meet Lisa Tonge, the owner/maker and to find some unique, Irish-made and designed pieces.

West Cork Crafts is a different kind of arts and crafts shop - featuring the work or more than 26 local artists and craftspeople in a constantly-changing celebration of all that’s special about West Cork. We stock a wide range of items from art to jewellery, artisan food to woodwork, and much more - all at our famously affordable ‘direct from the maker’ prices.

T: 087 130 2307 E: hello@littlegreendot.ie W: littlegreendot.ie

T: 028 22555

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Little Green Dot Craft Studio & Irish-Made Design Shop

Stable Door Pottery The Shanagarry Design Centre, Shanagarry, East Cork Mon – Sun 11am – 6pm

Doswell Gallery West Square, Rosscarbery, Co.Cork Open Daily 11:00pm - 6:00 pm Doswell Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery in Rosscarbery, Co.Cork. Doswell Gallery exhibits and represents works of established and emerging artists in a range of media ranging from the applied arts, sculpture, ceramic, textile and printmaking. Doswell also stocks contemporary locally designed and crafted goods and has a range of fine art prints from notable Irish artists. T: 087 7478713 E: info@doswellgallery.com W: doswellgallery.com

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Stable Door Pottery is the creative passion of ceramicist Orla O’Rourke. Making all her pottery exclusively in her Shanagarry Studio in Cork, her work is unique, functional (dish washer safe) and beautiful. E: stabledoorpottery@eircom.net W: stabledoorpottery.com

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Jewellery

Fashion

Silverstone Dimensions Jewellery

Mamukko Shop

The Courtyard, 8 Main Street, Midleton, Co. Cork All Month Tue –Sat 10.30am – 5.30pm

Guardwell (end of Main Street) , Kinsale, Co. Cork Mon – Sun 10am – 6pm

Come and enjoy jewellery handmade using ebony, Silver, Gold and precious stones. Visitors welcome and commissions taken. T: 021-4634758 or 086 3882789 E: info@silverstonedimensions.com W: silverstonedimensions.com

Metalwork

E: contact@mamukko.ie W: mamukko.ie

Belinda Northcote Art & Design Studio

Rynhart Fine Art Bronze Coomarkane, Glengarriff, Co Cork Studio and café open 10am - 5pm daily

The Shanagarry Design Centre, Shanagarry, East Cork Mon – Sun 11am – 6pm

Rynhart Fine Art Bronze Studio is located at the Coomarkane Visitor Centre nr Glengarriff Nature Reserve. Come and enjoy the art in a beautiful hidden valley! Call ahead for directions from the village.

Designer and Botanical artist Belinda’s studio and retail outlet boasts a colourful collection of nature inspired pieces featuring her latest collection of stunning scarves in a wide range of materials, framed prints, cards and kitchen textile accessories.

T: 027 63826 E: rynhartbronze@live.ie W: rynhartbronze.com

Come and browse in Mamukkos shop. Mamukko is an innovative and award winning designer and manufacturer of funky handmade bags. ‘Working with upcycled materials is important to our ethos of sustainable and eco-friendly product development’.

T: 021-4646464 E: info@belindanorthcote.com W: belindanorthcote.com

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Wood & Furniture Hilary Hale Woodturner Rincurran Hall, Summercove, Kinsale, Co. Cork Usually open Mon – Sun 11am – 5pm Please ring first if you are travelling far Hilary is an experienced wood turner who works mainly in storm felled locally grown timbers. Her work includes bowls and platters in various sizes, she also produces lamps, cutlery and small wooden gift items all on display in her gallery in beautiful Kinsale. T: 021 4772010 E: hilaryhale@eircom.net W: hilaryhale.com

Ronan Power Cabinet Maker Ltd Glenawillan, Midleton, Co. Cork All month : Monday – Friday : 8am – 5:30pm Ronan designs and creates custom cabinetry for example Alcove and Television Units, Bookcases, Libraries, Home Office, Dressers, Bedroom Furniture, Tables, Chairs and Kitchens. All designed and built to fit perfectly into your home. Over many years as a Woodworker my passion for wood has never waned, “from the trees it comes from to the creations within their timbers”. It has been a long journey of embracing, rejecting and fine tuning from a wide range of influences to create my own style of today which is the best of the Traditional Irish Farmhouse while fully embracing the contemporary. T: 087-4162605 E: ronan@cabinetmaker.ie W: ronanpowercabinetmaker.ie

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Meet The Team Cork Craft & Design is a social enterprise run by a group of hard working volunteers including our voluntary board for 2017.

Tony Farrell - Woodturner www.tonyfarrell.ie tafarrell@eircom.net

www.benchspacecork.ie fergus@benchspacecork.ie

Mary Palmer - Marimu Quilts

Christine Byrne - Sculpture

www.marimuquilts.com marimu.designs@gmail.com

www.christineabyrne.com christineaabyrne@gmail.com

John Riordan - Celtic Bogwoods

John Mc Carthy - Woodturner

www.celticbogwoods.com jrthecorkstudio@eircom.net

Maighread Kelly maighreadkelly@msn.com

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Fergus Somers

john@woodturning-ireland.com www.woodturning-ireland.com

Anita Bergin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Textile Artist anitabergin@gmail.com

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