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Lydia Clayton: rural roots spark golden passion
Deirdre Verney
Growing up on the family’s dairy farm, surrounded by the countryside, influenced goldsmith Lydia Clayton’s craft and drive for success, writes Deirdre Verney.
11 September 2024 Ploughing Championships
A valuable platform for small businesses
Thirty small businesses will be showcasing their unique products and services at the Local Enterprise Village at this year’s Ploughing, writes Sarah McIntosh.
28 August 2024 Features
A stitch in time: Meet Michelle, the Bunting Fairy
Irish linen is finding new life in Kilkenny's historic Castle Yard, writes Soma Biro.
Meet the Maker: Majella O'Neill Collins
In this week's Meet the Maker, Soma Biro chats to Sherkin Island artist Majella O'Neill Collins about her creative process and George Clooney purchasing her work.
11 July 2024 Craft
Fun ways to keep the kids happy
School’s out for summer. But let’s face it, it can be hard to keep kids entertained without spending a fortune. Here are four activities that cost little more than your time, writes Maria Moynihan.
26 June 2024 Features
Supporting local makers is key to economic growth in the craft sector
Quality and design the top factors that influence decision-making, according to a new report on buying Irish craft products, writes Sarah McIntosh.
14 June 2024 Fashion
Meet the Maker: Hanna Van Aelst
In this week's Meet the Maker, Grace Hanna chats to Tipperary-based willow artist about how she is inspired by her rural landscape.
12 June 2024 Craft
Meet the Maker: Orla Hickey
In this week’s Meet the Maker, Grace Hanna chats to Limerick artist Orla Hickey about how a pottery class in Skibbereen reopened her eyes to her creative abilities.
29 May 2024 Craft
Meet the Maker: Mairidh Nic Cormaic
In this week’s Meet the Maker, Grace Hanna chats to Mairidh Nic Cormaic, founder of Sew it Seams, about her handmade fleeces and accessories.
22 May 2024 Craft