South Kerry Craft Trail

SOUTH KERRY
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Ventry
Lispole
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Killorglin
Blasket Island
N72
Listry
13
Faha
12
Killarney
Kilgobnet
Listowel
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Glencar
Muckross
N70
Tralee
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Rathmore
Millstreet
N22
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10 11
Glenflesk
Carrigacoleen
N71
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Cahersiveen
Killarney
Barraduff
AROUND KILLARNEY
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Dingle
Valentia Island
N72
N72
Beaufort
N70
Knocknagree
Anablaha
Kilcummin
R569
Kilgarvan
N22
N71
R569
Portmagee
Caherciveen
Kenmare
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Templenoe
N70
N70
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Sneem
Waterville
Kenmare
Ballingeary
Inchigeelagh
N70
N71
Ballinskelligs
N70
Caherdaniel
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KENMARE LACE AND DESIGN CENTRE
The Square, Kenmare Town
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Contact: Nora Finnegan 087 2346998
info@kenmarelace.ie
www.kenmarelace.ie
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.
Lat: 51.8807127; Lon: -9.5843648
BLACKWATER WOODTURNERS Contact: Lorcan or Anne Dunne 087 8399472
blackwaterwoodturners@gmail.com
The Old Schoolhouse, Blackwater Bridge, Killarney
www.blackwaterwoodturners.com
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Located on the N70 Ring of Kerry road between Kenmare and
Sneem. Woodturners and makers of Uilleann Pipes, Ireland's most
traditional musical instrument. For a really special experience visit
the workshop and see how the pipes are made and hear them
played. In their Woodturning Gallery you will see their range of
beautiful hand-crafted woodturned pieces. Fabulous demonstration,
warm welcome. Lat: 51.867901; Lon: -9.67476
CARA TURNER CERAMICS
Castlecove, Near Caherdaniel, Ring of Kerry
3
Humourous and whimsical ceramic sculpture. Custom-made for all
occasions and ‘stock’ items are for sale at Cara’s workshop near
Caherdaniel. A lovely stop on the Ring of Kerry. View work in
progress in the studio and meet Cara herself. Cars only - no bus
access.
Lat: 51.779466; Lon: -10.0320098
EDGE OF THE EARTH CERAMICS
Cealla Cnoc, Sussa
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Contact: Cara Turner 087 6765846
caraturner@eircom.net
www.caraturnerceramics.com
Contact: Julia Clarke 087 9593162
eoteceramics@mail.com
www.edgeoftheearthceramics.com
Handmade decorative and functional ceramics for the garden
and home. Crafted using stoneware clay and brightly coloured
glazes and slips. Come along and make ceramics with Julia
Clarke who heads up the business. Visitors welcome.
Lat: 51.8709798; Lon: -10.3044891
Togher
Contact: Anja Gnauck 087 9462549
anja.gnauck@gmx.de
www.anjagnauck.info
SEA SHELL POTTERY
The Glen, Faha, St. Finian's Bay
5
Fabulous introduction to the Raku process of firing ceramics. Anja
Gnauck creates individual and commissioned once off ceramic
animal sculptures. The function of the Raku process of making lies
in its sheer beauty.
Lat: 51.8451109; Lon: -10.3504943
Contact: Brian O’Sullivan
066 9472346
GALLERY ONE
Church Street, Cahirsiveen Town
6
Retail outlet for local craft where you can view and buy from a
wide range of crafts, paintings, photography, porcelain and
ceramics - all produced locally in the area by the members of this
craft co-operative
Lat: 51.9470907; Lon: -10.2243805
HANDTHROWN STONEWARE POTTERY
New Street, Cahersiveen Town
7
Contact: Gunter Treffkorn
066 9472444
gunterpottery@eircom.net
This two tone range of pottery created by Gunter Treffkorn in this
studio setting, is a simple reflection of Kerry’s wonderful
landscape. The all-blue range represents Gunter’s expression of
our spiritual nature as an island people. Potter’s wheel onsite
where oftentimes you can see Gunter at work. Well worth a visit
and Gunter is an exceptional conversationalist about art in
Ireland today! Lat: 51.9477635; Lon: -10.224143
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Kerry craft makers. Simply show them the
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AROUND KILLARNEY
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Contact: Margaret Phelan 064 6670153
pottery@muckross-house.ie
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS POTTERY
Muckross House, Killarney
8
With its distinctive honey and blue glaze, the Mucros brand of
pottery is both durable and practical. Meet Margaret Phelan on
site, the potter who produces both the Mucros table and gift
ware ranges. You can take part in throwing a pot though prebooking is essential. Small groups catered for.
Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: John Cahill 064 6634526
weaving@muckross-house.ie
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS WEAVING
Muckross House, Killarney
9
Wraps, hats, capes and gloves always in stock but you can also
see the making of Mucros hand woven scarves which never go
out of fashion. On the grounds of Muckross House and a must see
when visiting Killarney.
Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Paul Curtis 064 6670151
bindery@muckross-house.ie
www.muckross-house.ie
MUCROS BINDERY
Muckross House, Killarney
10
A conservation service for rare books, paper conservation and
book-binding, repair, advice and disaster planning. Bookbinding
available as well as their very unique range of notebooks and
journals which retail under the Mucros brand name. Watch them
online in interview with Micheál O’Muircheartaigh on
www.originalkerry.com. Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Mary Neeson 064 6629049
mneesonceramics@yahoo.ie
www.maryneesonceramics.com
THE BLUE POOL GALLERY
Muckross, Killarney
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Ceramic artist Mary Neeson creates porcelain objects that include
angelic forms, porcelain pillows, intimate lighting options and
lustrous wall pieces. Groups can paint ceramic mugs on site which
Mary will glaze and post. Bookings for groups essential. Great
instructive fun - all ages will enjoy in a gorgeous gallery retail
setting. Lat: 52.017778; Lon: -9.501667
Contact: Fleur or Jimmy Daly 086 8112398
KILLARNEY CRAFT SHOP
bluebellecocandles@gmail.com
Bohereencashel Lane (near Glebe Car Park), Killarney Town
www.bluebellecocandles.com
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Bluebell Eco Candles run this craft shop. They are the makers of
Ireland's first natural candles, using soy wax scented with only
pure essential oils. Excellent demonstration into the craft of candlemaking by the owner of a brand that is much loved by retailers
and spas across Ireland & Europe. Gift Shop & Classes available
by appointment. Lat: 52.0598012; Lon: -9.5093554
KERRY CRAFTED GLASS
Knockataggle-More, Kilcummin, Killarney
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A glass blowing demonstration second to none, join Terence and
his wife Helen for an insight into design and technique. Kerry
Crafted Glass hand make mouth blown pieces of decorative glass
using 100% recycled glass.
Lat: 52.1079812; Lon: -9.4520187
KERRY WOOLLEN MILLS
Listry, Killarney
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Contact: Terence McSweeney 086 0824870
kerrycraftedglass@eircom.net
www.irishkerryglass.com
Contact: Andrew & Yvonne Eadie 064 6644122
sales@kerrywoollenmills.ie
www.kerrywoollenmills.ie
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.
Lat: 52.1111689; Lon: -9.6637869
DINGLE TOWN
Contact: Conor Holden 066 9151796
info@holdenleathergoods.com
www.holdenleathergoods.com
HOLDEN LEATHER GOODS
Burnham, Dingle
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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. An
excellent insight into the art of working with leather-well worth a
visit. Lat: 52.1195945; Lon: -10.3086051
Contact: Seán Daly 087 4128803
sean@dinglecrystal.ie
www.dinglecrystal.ie
DINGLE CRYSTAL
Green Street, Dingle
10
Seán Daly cuts crystal in his workshop outside Dingle on the Slea
Head Drive and retails from his café store on Green Street in
Dingle Town. Excellent cut glass demonstration and well worth
making a visit to view. Seán’s work is exported widely and is much
sought after in the United States. Watch him online at
www.originalkerry.com. Lat: 52.1410548; Lon: -10.27106
Contact: Kathleen McAuliffe 066 9150644
kathleen@kathleenmcauliffe.com
www.kathleenmcauliffe.com
KATHLEEN MCAULIFFE
Green Street, Dingle
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Award winning Irish accessories designer, Kathleen McAuliffe
specialises in millinery and her range covers jewellery, bags and
scarves. A beautiful shop to visit and always a chance that you
will meet Kathleen herself. Commissions for special occasions
welcome. Lat: 52.1410548; Lon: -10.27106
Contact: Mary Fitzgerald 087 9423388
info@malaidinglebags.com
www.malaidinglebags.com
MARY FITZGERALD
Stitch In Time, Main Street, Dingle
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Bang on trend and with a keen eye for colour Mary Fitzgerald
uses PVC Oil Cloth to hand make great bags. Also provides a
stitching and repair service and a warm welcome at her shop on
Main Street.
Lat: 52.1417333; Lon: -10.2684167
LISBETH MULCAHY WEAVINGS
Green Street, Dingle
13
Contact: Linda or Trish 066 9151688
siopa@lisbethmulcahy.com
www.lisbethmulcahy.com
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 MonSat through the year and Mon-Sun (May-Oct). To see weavers at
work please ring ahead to confirm weavers’ working hours. No
booking required. Lat: 52.053363; Lon: -9.3276182
AN GAILEARAÍ BEAG
Main Street, Dingle
14
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Contact: Linda Ní hAiniféin 066 9152976
info@angailearaibeag.com
www.angailearaibeag.com
An Gailearaí Beag is a showcase for the West Kerry Craft Guild,
a non-profit organisation founded in 1999 bringing together crafts
people and artists living on the Dingle Peninsula. Whether you are
looking for a gift or something special for your home, An Gailearaí
Beag provides inspiring shopping ideas when it comes to local art
and craft work. Lat: 52.1417333; Lon: -10.2684167
Discount Voucher
Receive a special discount from Original
Kerry craft makers. Simply show them the
voucher on page 15 of this brochure