What’s going on in the Irish Craft World

 Working in Sterling silver and using semi-precious stones you will make an array of jewellery pieces to shop quality standard, even if you are a beginner!

The course includes designing and making earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants, earring hooks and clasps, you choose the stones you want to work with so all the jewellery you make and take home, suits you perfectly!

Cost: 85 Euro including all materials.

Venue:  Seomra Tara, Kileen Road, Dunshaughlin

Date: Sunday 26th February  

Time: 11am – 4pm Lunch 1.30 to 2pm.  Tea / Coffee provided.

To book your place contact:

Karen Harper on 086 888 5321

Or          Mary Stack on 086 192 9982

 Karen.jewellerymaking@gmail.com

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 Places are limited to ensure personal attention

For images of the jewellery you will make on the day

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Get your wool out and be creative, whether you are starting out, updating old skills or would like to be part of a crochet circle, this group will cater for you. If you have a project that you would like to do, bring it along!

You will need:  crochet hook size 4 and double knit wool.

Venue: The Creative Space, Killiney, Co Dublin

Dates: Starting  Monday 6th February 10am - 11.30am

Cost: 50 Euro for 4 classes, refreshments included

Annette has been teaching knitting and Crocheting for many years, and with a simple approach you will learn to read patterns and complete projects in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

To book a place contact Karen on 086 888 5321 or email craftconnect@gmail.com

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First Tuesday event

 Tuesday 7 February 2012 at 7pm

 Jane Jermyn in conversation with Ann Mulrooney

 Venue: Lismore Castle

 Lismore Castle Arts is delighted to present a conversation between Lismore-based, celebrated ceramicist Jane Jermyn, and curator of The National Craft Gallery, Ann Mulrooney.

 Join us at the Pugin Hall in Lismore Castle where Jane and Ann will explore in detail the work of this highly regarded maker.

 Aidan Dunne has described Jane’s work as ‘beautifully judged organic forms…  They resemble, without illustrating, various plant shapes and textures, though they are related to non-organic processes that generate the intricate patterns of the natural world.  There is something elemental and fundamental about her pieces, though, a feeling of rightness and inevitability.  She is exceptionally attentive to nuances of tone, colour and texture as well as shape, and seems to have an unerring instinct for sculptural form’.

 Tickets cost €10 (€5 concessions and for members of the Friends Scheme)

 Booking essential - for further information or to book a ticket to this event please contact Paul McAree on 058 54061 or email gallery@lismorecastlearts.ie

Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

 First Tuesdays is Lismore Castle Arts new series of talks and events, taking place on the first Tuesday of every month. Forthcoming events include a lecture by Matthew Jebb (Director, National Botanic Gardens); Lord Burlington talk on the past, present and future of Lismore Castle; Patrick O’Hara (botanical artist) workshop on botanical illustration; and a talk by Eamonn Maxwell (Director, Lismore Castle Arts). Further events to be announced.

 For Further information and images

 Paul McAree

Exhibition and Events Coordinator

Lismore Castle Arts, Lismore, Co. Waterford

T: +353 (0)58 54061         w: www.lismorecastlearts.ie

 Sign up to our facebook page for information on forthcoming events:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lismore-Castle-Arts/82906919390

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Closing down sale at The Crafty Alley Shop, Killarney starts Saturday 4th February. Amazing prices on all craft products from fabric to wool, paint to canvas.

For more details visit us on Facebook. www.facebook.com/thecraftyalleyshop

The Crafty Alley Shop6B Scotts Street

Killarney

Co. Kerry

Phone / Fax 0646630800

Web: http://www.craftyalley.com

Popularity: 1% [?]

Wicklow County Enterprise Board would like to let you know about our Enterprise Information Day taking place on Friday 3^rd February at Wicklow County Campus, Rathnew.
Scroll down for all details about the event or click on: www.wicklowceb.ie/enterpriseday

You are cordially invited to attend anytime during the day - all events are free of charge (as is parking), and the event is open to ALL.

This is our big event of 2012, and it’s going to be something special - a large Exhibition Area, TWO FREE Business Seminars & Mentoring sessions.

The objective of the day is to provide information and advice to small business owners and members of the public interested in enterprise in County Wicklow. The day is specifically aimed at the local small business sector - both existing businesses and people considering starting up a business.

PLEASE NOTE: There is no need to reply to this email, unless you have a question for us. Booking prior to the day is NOT possible or necessary.
The Exhibition Area will be open from 10am-3pm, so just drop in anytime.

However, please note, to be sure of your place at a seminar, or with a mentor, you are advised to arrive early. Bookings for the two seminars, and the mentor appointments, will be taken at the Registration Desk on the day, from 10am onwards, strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.

EVENT DETAILS: ‘Wicklow Enterprise Information Day’

Venue: Wicklow County Campus, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow
Date: Friday 3^rd February 2012

Time: 10am - 3pm (second seminar runs till 4.30pm)

Admission: FREE OF CHARGE (all events on the day are free!)

The Exhibition Area - Chapel (10am - 3pm)

Drop in and collect information from over 20 Exhibition Stands that will be present, including:

Wicklow County Enterprise Board, Enterprise Ireland, the Revenue Commissioners, the Small Firms Association, the Irish Exporters Association, Bord Bia, the Irish Internet Association, the Patents Office, the Companies Registration Office, First Step, Banks, MABS, InterTradeIreland, Wicklow & Arklow Enterprise Centres, the Irish Franchise Association, the County Wicklow Chambers of Commerce, the Health & Safety Authority and more!

Two fantastic FREE Business Seminars! -
 room 203 upstairs (places limited)

Seminar 1: 12.30pm - 2pm

‘Actively Managing Your Brand’

Guest Speakers: Dr. John Fanning & Jacquie Marsh

Managing your brand as a small business is just as important as for a global business. Indeed, even individual sole traders have a ‘brand’ identity. John Fanning will provide relevant case studies, in a lively presentation, illustrating how imagination, quirky branding ideas and innovative thinking can set you ahead of the pack, whatever industry you are in.
Dr. John Fanning is the author of ‘The Importance of Being Branded: An Irish Perspective’. He has over four decades of experience in industry, having been Managing Director, and then Chairman of the advertising agency McConnell’s, and is currently the Chairman of Bord Bia’s Brand Forum.
Jacquie Marsh is Managing Director of Bray based company, The Butler’s Pantry.

Seminar 2: 3pm - 4.30pm

‘No Recession Online - eCommerce Options for SMEs’

Guest Speakers: Joan Mulvihill & David Kerr

One of the most common phrases circulating in recent times is that ‘there is no recession online’. But what does this mean for your small/medium enterprise (SME) based in Ireland? Many SMEs spend a lot of time, effort and money on their websites, but if you can generate income from your business website, are you exploiting that opportunity fully?
Joan Mulvihill is CEO of the Irish Internet Association.

David Kerr is the founder and Managing Director of Bonkers Money Ltd., which provides personal finance and price comparison services in Ireland via the website Bonkers.ie.  He is currently Vice-Chairperson of the Irish Internet Association. The Bonkers.ie website won ‘Best Financial Services Website’ at the prestigious eircom Spider Awards 2011.

Mentors

Book a 30 minute appointment on arrival at the Registration Desk with a business mentor (limited availability).

Refreshments & Access

The Campus Cafe will be open throughout the day. Tea, coffee, soup, sandwiches and snacks will be available for purchase.

Hundreds of free parking spaces.

The entire event is wheelchair accessible, with a lift to the seminar room & cafe.

We look forward to seeing you on the 3rd of February!

You can downlaod a flyer for the event, including a Location Map at this link:

www.wicklowceb.ie/enterpriseday Wicklow County Enterprise Board

Wicklow County Campus

Rathnew

Co. Wicklow

Email: enterprise@wicklowceb.ie
 Ph: 0404 30800

Web: www.wicklowceb.ie/enterpriseday

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FONDELIFAIR.COM  NOW OPEN IN ENNISTYMON

fondelifair.com has now opened a shop in ennistymon a busy tourist area in co.clare

and is seeking to acquire suppliers.

this shop is for crafters and artisans from all over ireland north and south and the items must be of good

quality, handmade by the person, not imported for resale.

our aim is to help these crafters sell their wares for a small weekly sum with no markup or

commissions involved, the price the crafter wants is the price they get.

the weekly rent is 10 euros , payable one month in advance, with a committment to stay  for a minimum 

of three months after which it will be a month to month basis.  Only one months rent is  payable at begining.

any enquiries etc or further information can be got at fondelifair,com website .

NON MEMBERS ARE ALSO WELCOME TO SUPPLY

ANYONE OUT THERE MAKING FOOD STUFFS, CHOCOLATES, CHEESE, BISCUITS ETC

THERE IS A FOOD HALL ALSO GOING TO START UP AND THEY CAN CALL

JOAN McCROTTY ON 087 4152242 WHO OWNS RIVER FAIR IN THE SAME BUILDING

TO GET ALL DETAILS FROM HER FOR THE FOOD HALL

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An Art, Craft and Design school for Children, teenagers, Adults and retired people. We teach all forms of Art, Craft and Design. Some of the classes that we have are as follows - Sugar Crafting, Millinery, Make up, Basket Weaving, Knitting, Crochet, Cross Stitch, Embroidery, Sewing, Card making, Ceramics, Dancing the Rainbow, Painting, Papier Mache, Art Therapy, Interior Design, Cup Cake making and much more.

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 For a full list of classes available go to here:      http://irishcraftupdate.com/blog/?page_id=965

Mission:

We aim to bring all the forgotten crafts back into vogue. We want to make sure that this generation and the next learn crafts that for some time were forgotten about.

For a List of Workshops, night classes and morning classes.

Contact 086 0443434 for details.

Email:   enniscreativeartscentre@gmail.com

Phone:    0860443434

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ennis-Creative-Arts-Centre/191603237557929?sk=info

Barrick Street, Ennis, Co Clare

Popularity: 3% [?]

Kinsale Pottery and Arts Centre provides arts and crafts courses for adults and children, specialising in pottery, glass fusing and stained glass, jewellery-making, and mosaic-making. We run weekly morning and evening classes, weekend breaks, summer schools and tailor-made workshops for corporate groups and private parties.

Blog:     http://haveeweanywool.wordpress.com
Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Needle-Felting-Art/162767940498507?sk=wall

Up coming classes and many more craft classes are
listed in the Kinsale ceramics Gallery.
http://www.kinsaleceramics.com/

Click on the link to book.

Dates: March 25th 2012, September 16th 2012 10-4.30pm

Price: €60
Introduction to Batik
Learn how to make batik and produce your own batik artwork in one day.
Batik is a beautiful ancient art where colour and wax is applied to
create beautiful and vibrant designs.  Try batik painting, dipping,
tie dying and waxing in a one day workshop.
Select a design or a project to work from and complete a masterpiece
from start to finish.
Why not add some of your own unique flourishes to the piece and stitch
in a detail?
Suitable for beginners and those with experience of batik.

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.Dates: April 22nd 2012 10-4.30pm
Price: €60
Introduction to Weaving & Rag Weaving
Learn to weave or develop your handweaving skills. Warping
methods and techniques will be covered so each participant can leave
with the know how to weave on their own. Looms and materials provided
but participants are encouraged to bring materials, images and fabrics
that will inspire them. Projects to suit beginners to intermediate
levels.

Dates: October 10th 2012 10-4.30pm
Price: €60
Introduction to Needle Felting
Needle felting is a dry felting technique. Using specialized needles,
pre-felt and fibers, beautiful images can be built with surprising
detail.
It is a simple and relaxing process that everyone can enjoy.
Needle felting projects as absolutely stunning due to the intense
textiles and colors of the materials used and is completely addictive.
Why not try this craft with our one-day introductory workshop
suitable for beginners and those with experience?

Kinsale Pottery and Art Centre
Ballinacurra, Kinsale
Co Cork, Ireland

+353 (0) 21 477 7758

Popularity: 2% [?]

More information and images of pieces we make on the day:http://karenharperdesigns.wordpress.com/workshops/

Dates:

•  Sunday 29th January 11am-4pm.

Cost:  65euro,

Venue: The Creative Space Killiney, Co Dublin

When teaching Jewellery making I jump straight in the deep end.  There are many lovely beading techniques but I go beyond beading using Sterling silver wire to make professional shop finished Jewellery that has value and quality .  When teaching jewellery making I go straight to Silver wire and Gemstones or Pearls. It is the higher end jewellery I prefer to work with since you will put hours into the work so it should be worth looking after and enjoying for many years to come.

Refreshments and all materails are supplied.

To book a place contact:  Karen Harper on 086 888 5321

or email:   karen.jewellerymaking@gmail.com

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Oil Painting Classes Start  17th, 19th January 2012

It’s back to school! A new 6 week term of morning and evening art classes will begin on Tuesday 17 and Thursday 19 January in Terenure in the South Dublin area. Places available. Please call on 086 247 0737 For more info, see the web site: www.artclassesireland.com and join Ireland’s friendliest art class now!

These exclusive lessons provides students with the best of painting tuition, clearly and simply imparted to novice and intermediate alike. These small workshops are held in the warm and friendly environment of my studio and everyone gets maximum attention. Over the 6 weeks, students will be encouraged and nurtured in a convivial atmosphere; so don’t be daunted!

Still Life Painting: [Adults: All levels] Students will learn and practice drawing technique, preparation of canvases, technique, composition, colour-mixing and brushwork.

Tuesday mornings: 10:00am – 12:30pm Fee: €175 per 6 week course 2 places

Tuesday evenings: 7:00pm – 9:30pm Fee: €175 per 6 week course FULL

Thursday mornings: 10:00am – 12:30pm Fee: €175 per 6 week course 2 places

Thursday evenings: 7:00pm – 9:30pm Fee: €175 per 6 week course 2 places

Address: The Studio, 17 Aideen Avenue, Terenure. Dublin 6W.

Telephone: 086 247 0737

Email: art@mcsherry.ie

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