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ENTRE ENTRE ENTRE T C T C T C Our centre is situated on the Wild Atlantic Way in the seaside village A F AF AF R R R ORIGINALC KERRY CRAFTC CENTRE C of Castlegregory and is supported by our funding partners and Cross Strand Road, Castlegregory on the Dingle Peninsula Atlantic Productions. A home for artists, craft makers and designers, the centre is an information point for Kerry Craft Trail. We also provide a Contact: Deirdre Enright, Original Kerry showcase of high quality handmade gifts. Craft and art T: 086 8524222 making workshops are being held throughout the summer season. Check E: [email protected] online on www.originalkerry.com for details. W: www.originalkerry.com

6 | WEST KERRY WEST KERRY | 7 OPEN KENMARE LACE AND Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.00 DESIGN CENTRE 14.00 – 17.00 The Square, Kenmare Town 1 Contact: Nora Finnegan T: 064 6642978 / 087 2346998 E: [email protected] W: www.kenmarelace.ie Lat: 51.880712; Lon: -9.584364

Whether you are a lace enthusiast or just looking for a unique locally made gift you won’t be disappointed. Lace, books and lacemaking materials can be bought at The Kenmare Lace and Design Centre. As well as a display of beautiful antique lace from the convent of the Poor Clares Kenmare, you can see fascinating demonstrations of Kenmare and other Irish laces. The Kenmare Lace Festival takes place every two years.

8 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN PFK KENMARE Tues-Sat 10.00 – 13.00 Henry Street, Kenmare 14.00 – 17.00 Contact: Paul Kelly 2 T: 064 6642590 E: [email protected] W: www.pfk.ie Lat: 51.878994; Lon: -9.583640

Master Goldsmith and jewellery designer, Paul F Kelly produces handcrafted originals at his workshop and retail outlet. Working in gold and silver, Paul also takes on commission pieces. He often combines gold and silver with precious or semi-precious stones to create one of the most distinctive and inspired jewellery collections in Ireland. His exclusive Ring of Kerry displays two individual silver & 18 carat gold bands; one set with an emerald, the other a cut diamond. When connected the ring sparks colours of green, white and gold, its creation inspired by the ancient poet and leader, Amerghin, who chanted the first poem to be composed on Irish soil.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 9 BLACKWATER OPENOPEN BY CHARLOTTE VERBEEK APPOINTMENTTues-Sat ONLY10.00 – 13.00 ARTWOODTURNERS & JEWELLERY 14.00 – 17.00 DawrosThe Old StudioSchoolhouse, Gallery, Blackwater Dawros 883 Kenmare.Bridge, Kenmare

Contact: AlisonAnne Dunne Walsh T: 087 68754618399472 E: [email protected]@gmail.com W: www.charlotteverbeek.comwww.blackwaterwoodturners.com Lat: 51.5042;51.5108; Lon:Lon: -9.4449-9.3707

JustA woodturner 7km from workingKenmare mainly and just with off timber the Beara from fallenWay, Charlotte trees Anne Verbeek’sturns beautiful studio natural and gallery wood isbowls, well worthplatters, a visit. vases Distinctive and candleholders collectableoccasionally jewellery enhancing using the colourful pieces with antique vibrant beads colouring. and silver. Visit Original the glassworkshop beads and hand learn crafted the process in Charlotte’s from log Dawros to finished Gallery. piece Beautiful and view spacethe range in a ofmagnificent hand crafted setting. pieces in the Gallery. Great demonstration, warm welcome.

10 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPENOPEN SKELLIGURSULA TRAMSKIPOTTERY Wed-SunTues-Sat 10.3010.00 – –18.00 13.00 CeallaBallineanig, Cnoc, Ballyferriter Ballinskelligs 14.00 – 17.00 Contact: JuliaUrsula Clarke Tramski 884 T: 087 95931627735942 E: [email protected]@web.de W: http://skelligpottery.comwww.smashingpots.com Lat: 51.877127;52.162613; Lon: --10.392637 10.274792

Located between the Wild Atlantic Way and the Ring of Kerry, Julia’s work is inspired by the ocean and the surrounding coastal region. She hand builds using a stoneware clay, before decorating her bowls, vases and pictures with coastal blue and turquoise glazes. Julia can be found at the Ballinskelligs Country Market every Sunday throughout June, Ursula specialises in the ancient art of Japanese wood Julyfiring and using August. Ireland’s only traditional anagama kiln. When Ursula lightsVisitors the welcomekiln neighbours and enthusiasts gather to help with the firingto her over workshop a number of days - all done by hand. Earth, water, fire andand wood gallery achieve but the distinctive colour. Much prized by potters and collectorsplease ring alike. ahead to avoid disappointment.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 11 OPEN BY MADE4U APPOINTMENT ONLY Garreiny, Waterville Contact: Birgit Buschmann 5 T: 066 9474593 E: [email protected] W: www.originalkerry/makers/ made4u Lat: 51.869593 ; Lon: - 10.052107

Birgit Buschmann has been involved in craft making since the early 1980s and specialises in knitting woollen accessories. Established in 2001, Made4U produces high quality knitwear including hats, caps, headbands, scarves, snoods, wristlets and slippers. All items are made on hand-loom knitting machines, using only 100% Irish Tweed. Birgit’s work is available to buy at Kerry Woollen Mills Beaufort, Killarney.

12 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPENOPEN MUCROSURSULA TRAMSKIBINDERY Mon-FriTues-Sat 10.0010.00 – –13.00 13.00 MuckrossBallineanig, House, Ballyferriter Killarney 14.0014.00 – –17.00 17.00 Contact: PaulUrsula Curtis Tramski 886 T: 064087 77359426670151 E: [email protected]@web.de W: www.muckross-house.iewww.smashingpots.com Lat: 52.017778;52.162613; Lon:Lon: -10.392637-9.501667

UrsulaAs well specialises as making in a theunique ancient range art of of notebooks, Japanese woodjournals firing and usingphoto Ireland’salbums, onlyMucros traditional Bindery anagamaalso provides kiln. Whena conservation Ursula lights service the forkiln rare neighboursbooks and paper.and enthusiasts They also gatherrepair damagedto help with books the firingand offer over advicea numberon disaster of days planning. - all done by hand. Earth, water, fire and wood achieve the distinctive colour. Much prized by potters and collectors alike.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 13 MARY NEESON CERAMICS OPEN Tues-Sun 10.30 – 13.00 The Blue Pool Gallery, Muckross, 14.00 – 18.00 Killarney

Contact: Mary Neeson 7 T: 064 6629049 E: [email protected] W: www.maryneesonceramics.com Lat: 52.027012 ; Lon: -9.488186

The perfect place to purchase unique handmade ceramics. Mary Neeson Ceramics is located on the N71 just before the main entrance to Muckross House and gardens. Prices typically range from €20 - €80 and all products can be shipped worldwide. To order online go to www.maryneesonceramics.com

14 | ORIGINAL KERRY TERENCE MCSWEENEY OPEN Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.00 GLASS 14.00 – 17.00 Knockataggle-More, Kilcummin, 8 Killarney

Contact: Terence McSweeney T: 086 0824870 E: [email protected] W: www.irishkerryglass.com Lat: 52.109262; W: -9.447960

A mastercraft maker with a glass blowing demonstration second to none, join Terence and his wife Helen for an insight into the glass blowing process. His sessions inform the viewer about design and technique and you will get to try your hand at glass blowing using the ancient ponti iron. Terence McSweeney’s glass is mouth blown from 100% recycled glass and he uses both clear and coloured decorative finishes.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 15 OPENOPEN BY BY CHARLOTTEAMÉLIE GAGNÉ VERBEEK STUDIO APPOINTMENTAPPOINTMENT ONLYONLY ARTFaha, Killarney,& JEWELLERY Co. Kerry. Contact: Amélie Gagné DawrosT: 086 3588842 Studio Gallery, Dawros 889 Kenmare.E: [email protected] W: www.ameliegagnestudio.com Contact: Alison Walsh Lat: 52.104150 ; Lon: -9.633219 T: 087 6875461

E: [email protected] W: www.charlotteverbeek.com Lat: 51.5042; Lon: -9.3707

Amélie Gagné paints colourful, vibrant and uplifting images that Justlift the 7km heart! from HerKenmare very distinctiveand just off style the has Beara attracted Way, Charlottemany fans Verbeek’sand customers studio over and thegallery years, is welland worthher work a visit. is shown Distinctive in numerous collectablegalleries around jewellery Ireland. using In colourful recent years antique Amélie beads started and silver. to create Original her glassown linebeads of handunique crafted jewellery in Charlotte’s featuring herDawros art, where Gallery. every Beautiful necklace, spaceearring in ora magnificent pendant is a setting.little piece of colourful cheerfulness. She sells her creations through boutiques, craft fairs, her own website and the Blue Pool Gallery, Muckross, Killarney.

16 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN KERRY WOOLLEN MILLS Tues-Sat 10.00 – 13.00 Beaufort Killarney 14.00 – 17.00 Contact: Andrew & Yvonne Eadie 10 T: 064 6644122 E: [email protected] W: www.kerrywoollenmills.ie Lat: 52.111168; Lon: -9.663786

Kerry Woollen Mills is one of the last surviving traditional woollen mills in Ireland and has been creating fabrics and yarns for some 300 years. The Mill was bought by the Eadie family in 1904. It’s 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.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 17 OPEN GOOSE ISLAND Mon-Sat WORKSHOP 10.00 – 17.00 Inchaloughra, Castlegregory 11 Contact: Garry Marcham T: 066 7139896 E: [email protected] W: www.gooseislandworkshop.ie Lat: 52.255496; Lon: -10.017342

Inspired by the landscape and the craftsmen he grew up with, Garry Marcham makes fine furniture to commission. A devotee of the Arts and Crafts movement and a Master Craftsman in the Windsor discipline, he brings a fresh look to the world of vernacular Irish furniture. Garry observes how stresses and loads are dealt with in nature and this approach has led to some of his finest work. His Artisan and Signature ranges are accompanied by a bespoke collection titled Legacy. Phone prior to arrival as the workshop gets busy, and Garry likes to meet everyone personally.

18 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN ANNASCAUL POTTERY Mon-Sat 10.00 – 18.00 Main Street, Annascaul Contact: Zac Phelan 12 T: 066 9157848 / 087 952 9719 E: [email protected] Lat: 52.152077; Lon: -10.053496

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. Zac Phelan offers a great demonstration and pot throwing experience that you can take part in. One to book. Excellent instruction.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 19 OPEN BY ÚNA NÍ SHÉ APPOINTMENT ONLY An Bhanóg Theas, Annascaul Contact: Úna Ní Shé 13 T: 087 9498969 E: [email protected] Lat: 52.15216826; Lon: -10.12131404

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One of Ireland’s well known fibre artists, Úna creates a variety of fine art fibre work .... from sculptures suitable for the domestic setting to large commissioned wall-pieces. She is currently exploring slow-dye processes, working with seasonal flowers, plants and berries in ways that are kind to the environment. These create lovely moods on silks and interior drapes. Her work can be bought directly from her studio. See more at https://vimeo.com/89721046

20 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN SINÉAD LOUGH Tues-Sat 10.00 – 18.00 CERAMICS Baile an Fheirtéaraigh 14 (Ballyferriter Village)

Contact: Sinéad Lough T: 087 2155703 E: [email protected] W: www.sineadloughceramics.com Lat: 52.9.59; Lon: -10.24.23

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Newly located in a beautiful old building in the heart of Ballyferriter village, along the Wild Atlantic Way route, Sinéad Lough makes hand thrown 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. Postage and Packaging is dependent on the type of order received including weight and destination.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 21 OPEN URSULA TRAMSKI Mon-Sun* 10.00 – 18 .00 Ballineanig, Ballyferriter Contact: Ursula Tramski 15 T: 087 7735942 E: [email protected] W: www.smashingpots.com Lat: 52.162613; Lon: -10.392637

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. Earth, water and fire achieve the distinctive colour of the pieces. Much prized by potters and collectors alike. *If you’re calling out especially please phone before to make sure we’re there: 087 7735942.

22 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN ALL ABOUT OGHAM SLATE Mon-Sun & COPPER GALLERY 10.30 – 17.30 Baile Bhoithin, Ballyferriter 16 Contact: Ken Bolger T: 087 9645561 E: [email protected] W: www.allaboutogham.com Lat: 52.09°21.64"N ; Lon: 10.23°51.84" W

Directions from Dingle: Take the road west to Ventry village. Take the right turn after the village for Ballyferriter. Stay on that road (Castle on left) over the hill. After 500m take next turn left to “ Baile Bhoithin” follow signs. Directions from Ballyferriter: Come through the village on the Slea Head Drive. (Church on the right-hand side) After 1km take right turn at bend on road. Continue on past Kerry Spring Water (on left hand side) take next right at graveyard. Follow signs.

Ken Bolger’s work is based on Celtic mythology and an ancient ogham script. He uses reclaimed slate and copper in much of his work, and a visit to his gallery and studio brings home the sheer versatility of these raw materials. Well versed in the traditional 19th Century techniques of the long gone artisans of Valentia Island, Ken’s demonstrations are not to be missed. Check out his summer workshop schedule. Workshop duration is one hour and is suitable for all ages.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 23 LOUIS MULCAHY OPEN 7 DAYS POTTERY Clothar, Baile ‘n Fheirtéaraigh 17 Contact: Linda Hannafin T: 066 9156229 E: [email protected] W: www.louismulcahy.com Lat: 52.156510; Lon: -10.451543

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The ideal stop on the Slea Head Drive, Louis Mulcahy Pottery and Café stocks an extensive range of ceramics, from tiny pots to huge urns, tableware to giftware, in striking colours that reflect the rich colours of West Kerry. Everything is made on site, and visitors can try their hand at making their very own pot under the eye of an experienced potter. Afterwards enjoy a fresh scone with cream and jam or a hearty bowl of soup in the café, recommended by Georgina Campbell and McKenna’s guide books.

24 | ORIGINAL KERRY HOLDEN LEATHER GOODS OPEN 7 DAYS Burnham, Dingle Contact: Conor Holden 18 T: 066 9151796 E: [email protected] W: www.holdenleathergoods.com Lat: 52.119594; Lon: -10.308605

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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. A trip to the workshop will give you an excellent insight into the art of working with leather. Check out their new retail store in Holy Ground, Dingle Town.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 25 OPEN NU GOLDSMITH Mon-Sat 10.30 – 17.30 Upper Green Street, Dingle Contact: Niamh Utsch 19 T: 066 9152217 E: [email protected] W: www.nugoldsmith.com Lat: 52.1418; Lon: -10.2697

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The immaculate form and style of Niamh Utsch’s vibrant jewellery is admired both in Ireland and overseas. She has been creating her own designs under the NU label at her workshop and gallery in Dingle, Co. Kerry since 1996. The perfect beauty and individuality of her jewellery have won Niamh a loyal and devoted clientele who appreciate that, of every one of Niamh’s pieces, there is only one in the world.

26 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPENOPEN KATHLEENURSULA TRAMSKI MCAULIFFE Mon-SatTues-Sat 10.0010.00 – –17.00 13.00 GreenBallineanig, Street, Ballyferriter Dingle 14.00 – 17.00 Contact: Kathleen Ursula Tramski McAuliffe 2088 T: 066087 91506447735942 E: [email protected]@web.de W: www.kathleenmcauliffe.comwww.smashingpots.com Lat: 52.141054;52.162613; Lon: Lon: -10.27106 -10.392637

Ursula specialises in the ancient art of Japanese wood firing using AwardIreland’s winning only traditional Irish accessories anagama designer, kiln. When Kathleen Ursula McAuliffe lights the kiln specialisesneighbours in and millinery enthusiasts and her gather range to covers help with jewellery, the firing bags over and a scarves.number ofIt isdays a beautiful - all done shop by tohand. visit Earth, and there water, is firealways and a chancewood achieve that youthe distinctivewill meet Kathleen colour. Much herself. prized Commissions by potters for and special collectors occasions alike. welcome.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 27 OPEN LISBETH MULCAHY Mon-Sat WEAVINGS 10.00 – 17.00 Green Street, Dingle 21 Contact: Linda or Trish T: 066 9151688 E: [email protected] W: www.lisbethmulcahy.com Lat: 52.053363; Lon: -9.327618

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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 Mon – Sat through the year and Mon-Sun (May-Oct). To see weavers at work please ring ahead to confirm weavers’ working hours. No booking required.

28 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPEN SEVEN FIADH HANDWOVEN DAYS DESIGN Main Street, Dingle 22 Contact: Fiadh Durham T: 087 7542141 E: [email protected] W: fiadh.ie Lat: 52.141265; Lon: - 10.267744

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Fiadh Durham is the designer maker behind Fiadh Handwoven Design. Her work is inspired by the natural charms of the Dingle peninsula. Her shop & studio is in the heart of Dingle town where you can see Fiadh and her apprentice at work producing beautiful textiles using traditional handloom techniques. The contemporary twist in all her work shows her devotion to her natural surroundings of mountains, beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. These provide constant inspiration and colour combinations for each of her collections for fashion and home. Don’t miss, if in Dingle.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 29 OPENOPEN BY BY ALISONSWINKY WALSH DOO DESIGNS APPOINTMENTAPPOINTMENT ONLYONLY 12The An Cottage, Choill, Ballyard, Rathea, ListowelTralee Contact: AlisonKaren PleassWalsh 8823 T: 086087 23364327626424 E: [email protected]@swinkydoo.com W: www.alisonwalsh.comwww.swinkydoo.com Lat: 52.255731;52.3852393; Lon: Lon: -10.017206 -9.4894409

Karen Pleass makes colourful textile art and accessories, and gorgeous As an expert in bridal and occasion-wear jewellery, Alison Walsh personalised gifts and keepsakes for new babies, christenings and creates beautiful pieces to commission using semi-precious stones, weddings. Each commissioned piece is sewn using a combination glass and resin beads. She designs and hand makes each piece of beautiful fabrics, lace, buttons, ribbons and beads, creating which includes a range of necklaces, earrings and bracelets. One to thoughtful gifts that will always be treasured. Karen’s work can also be commission for that special occasion. Alison Walsh Jewellery is now seen in her home town of Listowel at Craftshop Na Mear, 53 Church available in the Tralee Art Collective, Gas Terrace, Tralee and also Street, or purchased online at www.swinkydoo.com online at etsy.com/shop/alisonwalsh

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OPENOPEN BY DONNCHADHAURSULA TRAMSKI APPOINTMENTTues-Sat ONLY10.00 – 13.00 O’CONNORBallineanig, Ballyferriter 14.00 – 17.00 Kilbaha,Contact: Moyvane, Ursula Tramski Listowel 2488 T: 087 7735942 Contact:E: [email protected] Eileen O’Connor T:W: 087 www.smashingpots.com 9825157 E:Lat: [email protected] 52.162613; Lon: -10.392637 W: www.donnchadhaoconnor.com Lat: 52.480600; Lon: -9.330090

UrsulaDonnchadha specialises O’Connor in the isancient a wood-turner, art of Japanese who creates wood uniquelyfiring using Ireland’sbeautiful, only hand-turned traditional pens anagama in a variety kiln. When of styles Ursula from lights a selection the kiln of neighbourslocally sourced and sustainablyenthusiasts managedgather to helpnative with timbers. the firing Timbers over used a numberinclude ofBog days Oak, - all Yew, done Hawthorn by hand. and Earth, Blackthorn. water, fire and wood achieve the distinctive colour. Much prized by potters and collectors alike.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 31 OPENOPEN BY BY ALISONMONSON WALSH IRISH APPOINTMENTAPPOINTMENT ONLYONLY 12JEWELLERY An Choill, Ballyard, Tralee Contact:Ballinclemessig, Alison BallyheigueWalsh 8825 T: 086 2336432 E:Contact: [email protected] David Monson W:T: 087 www.alisonwalsh.com 0977388 Lat:E: [email protected] 52.255731; Lon: -10.017206 W: www.monsonirishjewellery.com Lat: 52.397295; Lon: -9.777539

AsUsing an expertvarious in woods bridal andand metalsoccasion-wear David Monson jewellery, has Alison designed Walsh createsand hand beautiful assembled pieces a collection to commission of Celtic using and semi-precious contemporary stones, glassjewellery and ranges.resin beads. Each Shepiece designs in the andrange hand is handcrafted makes each from piece Irish whichand American includes hardwoods a range of necklaces,using a distinctive earrings blendand bracelets. of traditional One to commissionwoodcraft and for modernthat special techniques. occasion. The Alison range Walsh is inspired Jewellery by ancient is now availableCeltic and in traditional the Tralee IrishArt Collective,influences. Gas David Terrace, is building Tralee anand enviable also onlinereputation at etsy.com/shop/alisonwalsh in the US and his range is also exported to Europe.

32 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPENOPEN BY SEÁNURSULA SUGRUE TRAMSKI APPOINTMENTTues-Sat ONLY10.00 – 13.00 Killerisk,Ballineanig, Tralee Ballyferriter 14.00 – 17.00 Contact: SeánUrsula Sugrue Tramski 2688 T: 087 14488557735942 E: [email protected]@web.de W: www.seansugrue.comwww.smashingpots.com Lat: 52.15428;52.162613; Lon: Lon: -9.41020-10.392637

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ORIGINAL KERRY | 33 OPENOPEN BY BY ALISON WALSH APPOINTMENTAPPOINTMENT ONLYONLY 1212 AnAn Choill,Choill, Ballyard,Ballyard, TraleeTralee Contact: Alison Walsh 8827 T: 086 2336432 E: [email protected] W: www.alisonwalsh.com Lat: 52.255731; Lon: -10.017206

As an expert in bridal and occasion-wear jewellery, Alison Walsh creates beautiful pieces to commission using semi-precious stones, glasspearls, and silver resin and beads. 14kt gold.She designs She designs and hand and makesmakes aeach range piece of whichnecklaces, includes earrings a range and of bracelets. necklaces, One earrings to commission and bracelets. for that One special to commissionoccasion. Alison for that Walsh special Jewellery occasion. is available Alison Walshonline Jewelleryat www.etsy.com/ is now availableshop/alisonwalshjewellery. in the Tralee Art Collective, Gas Terrace, Tralee and also online at etsy.com/shop/alisonwalsh

34 | ORIGINAL KERRY OPENOPEN BY COLLEENURSULA TRAMSKIBOWLER APPOINTMENTTues-Sat ONLY10.00 – 13.00 MainBallineanig, Street, BallyferriterCastlegregory 14.00 – 17.00 T:Contact: 086 2650569 Ursula Tramski / 066 7139382 2888 E:T: [email protected] 7735942 W:E: [email protected] www.colleeenbowler.com Lat:W: www.smashingpots.com 52.255431; Lon: -10.023629 Lat: 52.162613; Lon: -10.392637

UrsulaColleen specialises makes wheel in the thrown ancient utilitarian art of Japanese pottery, highwood fired firing in usinga gas Ireland’sreduction only kiln. traditional Each piece anagama bears a kiln.drawing When unique Ursula and lights particular the kiln neighboursto that pot; and the enthusiastsdrawings are gather based to on help detritus with thecollected firing fromover thea numberstrand near of days Castlegregory. - all done by Colleen hand. Earth,welcomes water, visits fire by and appointment. wood achieve the distinctive colour. Much prized by potters and collectors alike.

ORIGINAL KERRY | 35 OPENOPEN BY BY ALISONLINDA NÍ WALSH HAINIFÉIN APPOINTMENTAPPOINTMENT ONLYONLY 12Ballyferriter An Choill, West,Ballyard, Dingle Tralee Contact: AlisonLinda Ní Walsh hAiniféin 8829 T: 086087 23364322980246 E: [email protected]@dingleceramics.com W: www.alisonwalsh.comwww.dingleceramics.com Lat: 52.255731;52.1656396; Lon: Lon: -10.017206 -10.404984

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AsLinda an expertmakes sculpturalin bridal and pieces occasion-wear including ceramic jewellery, night Alison lights Walsh using createslocal and beautiful stoneware pieces clay, to sand commission and stones. using As semi-precious a ceramic artist stones, glassLinda and takes resin her beads. inspiration She designsfrom local and history, hand makesarchaeology each piece and the whichenvironment includes of a the range Dingle of necklaces, Peninsula. earringsShe is a andmember bracelets. of the One West to commissionKerry Craft Guild for that and special her work occasion. is available Alison at WalshAn Gailearaí Jewellery Beag, is now Main availableSt, Dingle. in the Tralee Art Collective, Gas Terrace, Tralee and also online at etsy.com/shop/alisonwalsh

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Guest Book €100 -€200 Alum Thawed Leather Journal €500 Box of journals €200 Leather folder : €30-€50 Postage & Packaging: €10 Europe; €25 worldwide

40 | CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS THE RÍOCHT HAND– TURNED PEN by Donnchadha O’Connor Riocht twist action ball point pen in a variety of Irish and exotic hand turned wood types by Donnchadha O’Connor, wood turner. €35.00 +€5.00 engraved and €5.00 p&p. International orders, €45.00 (€50.00 engraved) incl shipping. worldwide.

RED BEADS by Alison Walsh Red coral necklace with silver plated accent beads. 17 inches in length. Comes in a presentation gift box ready for gift giving. €40 postage and packaging worldwide

CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS | 41 STOLE by Lisbeth Mulcahy The stole is made of lambswool. €73.45 including postage to Ireland, €74.95 to Europe and €75.95 to the rest of the world.

RING OF KERRY by Paul Kelly Symbolising the connections between people and place. Silver and 18-carat yellow gold bands with a green emerald and white diamond. Price €365 including postage and packaging worldwide

42 | CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS SILK SCARF by Úna Ní Shé Silk pongé 180 x 45 cm in a selection of colours. Dyed with seasonal plants, leaves and berries. €28 incl.postage within Ireland.

HANGING WALL TILE by Linda Ni hAiniféin Ogham is an Early Medieval alphabet used primarily to write the early Irish language and later the Old Irish language. These Ceramic Wall Tiles can be personalised with the recipient’s name in the Ogham script, at no extra cost or words like Failte (welcome) or Grá (love) in Irish. €19.50 each. Discount applies for larger quantities. Delivery within Ireland €4.00; Delivery Worldwide €6.00

CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS | 43 GOLD PENDANT SET by Niamh Utsch A silver and 18ct. yellow gold detailed pendant set with a cabochon cut pink tourmaline and a facet cut pink tourmaline. The 18ct. gold is worked into the silver and has a high polish. The size is 61mm x 15mm. It hangs on a silver neck wire, 45cm length. This is a unique piece. Price: €1,200. Free postage.

TWEED HANDMADE CHRISTMAS CARDS by Karen Pleass, Swinky Doo Designs Irish Heritage Tweed Handmade Christmas Cards & Envelopes Size: 5”x5” Choice of 6 designs. Made to order. Wording on front of card can be customised. Price includes personalised printed insert message and worldwide postage. All orders will be sent via An Post Registered Mail. 5 cards: €38; 10 cards €65; 30 cards €165; 40 cards €215; 50 cards €265

44 | CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS HAND CRAFTED LACE GIFTS by Nora Finnegan Created by Nora Finnegan at The Kenmare Lace and Design Centre, this range of lace gifts are authentic and fresh in design and have been lovingly made by one of Ireland’s best designers of Irish lace. Kenmare Lace Pendant €145 Kenmare Lace pendant in box Irish Crochet Lace ‘Rose’ pendant with silver chain. €32, without chain €25 Irish Crochet Lace ‘Scissors minder’ €23 Irish Crochet Lace ‘Scissors minder’ in box with scissors €32 worldwide.

HANDMADE PINCH POTS by Sinéad Lough Handmade pinch pots with gold detail - from €14

CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS | 45 LARGE WATER PITCHER by Terence Sweeney, Glass Terence McSweeney’s large water pitcher is mouth blown from 100% recycled glass with a white and subtle pink coloured decorative finish. Height 14 inches by 4 inches wide. Price €60, delivery in Ireland €7, overseas €40.

HANDWOVEN SCARVES AND BLANKETS by Fiadh Durham Small Triangle Scarf, ‘cúanín glas’ is 100% cotton (available in other colours, sizes and merino wool). Straight scarves are 100% Merino, also available in other colours

Blanket ‘sméara dubha’ is 70% Donegal wool 30% cotton Scarves priced at €38.50 inc postage to Ireland €40 to rest of the world. Blankets priced at €130 to Ireland, €135 rest of world.

46 | CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS PLATE by Colleen Bowler Each plate is a one off piece the sizes range from 15cm to 40cm in diameter. Priced between €27 and €150. Shipping costs to Ireland €7 - €15, Britain €8 - €42, US €18 - €60.

COLOURFUL CHEERFULNESS by Amélie Gagné Amélie Jewellery and prints are inspired by her original artworks, where every necklace, earring or print or pendant is a little piece of colourful cheerfulness.

“Be Mine” Art Pendant, 1” diameter, €30 including shipping within Ireland, €32 for the rest of the World. More choice available. “Lemon Meringue Sky”, Signed Limited Edition Print, 10”x10” (framed size), €85 including shipping within Ireland, €95 for the rest of the World.

CORPORATE GIFTS AND COMMISSIONS | 47 SKELLIG MICHAEL from Julia Clarke Ceramic freestanding seascape depicting Skellig Michael.

Presented in a gift box (not shown). Approx 14 x 18 centimeters €30 shipping €5 within Ireland €6.50 rest of world.

CORPORATE GIFTS from Louis Mulcahy Distinctively Irish, Louis Mulcahy’s work reflects the magnificent scale and wonderful colours in the landscape of his chosen home on the Dingle Peninsula. Corporate Gifts from €14.95. (Discounts apply, depending on volume) Shipping Nationwide and Worldwide at competitive rates.

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