CHRISTMAS MARKET DATES

It's a busy time of year and I am very lucky to participate in some very exciting Christmas Markets. First up is Slane Castle and I am delighted to be back for another year of festive fun with locally made arts and crafts. Next up is Oldbridge, this will be my first time trading at the Oldbridge Christmas Market, nestled in the beautiful surroundings of the Battle of the Boyne vistor center you can expect a lot of festive fun and treats for all the family. Last but not least the Flux Design Studio Christmas Market, I feel honoured to be included in this market which features an abundance of talented Irish designers and makers. So checkout your local Christmas Markets this year to support small business and pick up that extra special Christmas gift. We would love to see you!

NEW ARTWORKS

I am slowly introducing some new artworks. I like to capture places that mean something to me and over the years I have collected some photos and using a drawing technique known as stippling I am building a new series of artworks. Stippling captures light and shadows using nothing but dots. The image below is 'St Laurence's Gate' in Drogheda, Co Louth. My mum grew up on this street and it was a place that even during the dark depths of her dementia she never forgot it. Original artwork printed on a natural cotton fabric (8 x 10 inches). Prints available at my stall in Temple Bar every Thursday and Saturday.

TEMPLE BAR SQUARE MARKETS

Very excited to announce that I will be trading every Saturday on Temple Bar Square from this Saturday 5th October. This is a very new, vibrant and exciting market with lots of great traders. Do come and say Hi if you are in the Temple Bar area on a Thursday or Saturday from 10 AM to 4.30 PM.

WORKSHOPS

I am delighted to announce that I will be hosting an Embroidery For Beginners workshop with Navan Craft collective on Tuesday October 8th.

For more details and to sign up click here.

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I am very excited to be joining the Irish Makers Artisan Collective at The National Ploughing Festival this year from September 17th to 19th. You can find us at Stand 189 Block 6 Row 11. Handmade Irish Craft Collective displaying and showcasing our beautiful products.

OTHER NEWS

I recently completed my post graduate certificate in Creative Entrepreneurship with Trinity College and I am excited to share my new learned skills going forward. It was a very enjoyable time in my life and an achievement I am very proud of. I met some very talented creatives and look forward to following their creative adventures.

KELLS TYPE TRAIL 2024

I am very excited to be part of the Kells Type Trail for 2024. I was able to delve back into my sign making skills from working in a sign company in the US many years ago. I am also using some traditional embroidery techniques along with my beloved digital skills to create a unique and tactile piece exploring how font styles have evolved over time. More on this coming soon!

LOUTH CRAFT MARK MEMBERSHIP

I am delighted to be a member of Louth Craft Mark and look forward to the opportunities and collaborations with fellow members going forward. Louth Craft Mark could not have been more welcoming and encouraging to me and all their new members.

WEBSITE UNDER DEVELOPMENT

I have closed my online shop temporarily but you can email me directly to discuss purchasing.

I will be introducing tutorials of my design and development process. Workshop details will be announced at a later date.