It's been a busy week with a lot of firsts for me. The biggest was probably my exhibition which started yesterday and runs until October 25th. I'm really not great with people so I thought I could just put the pics up and not be there. I was convinced otherwise though (thanks friends!) so I... Continue Reading →
Sligo Shops – Michael Quirke
I've decided to do a new feature on the blog about Sligo shops. Now technically Michael Quirke's shop isn't just a shop, Michael is a craftsman, artist and gentleman. He makes his wonderful woodcarvings from his shop and I went in to find out more about him. Michael showed me this photo of his father... Continue Reading →
Sligo Christmas Fayre – Sunday
It was the final day of the Christmas Fayre in Sligo today so I went along for another look. It was great to see so many people in the town and there was a brilliant atmosphere. I'd love to see more markets like this in Stephen's Street, it brings a great buzz to the town.... Continue Reading →
Michael Budd – Blacksmith and Sculptor
I was driving through Castlebaldwin this morning and decided to call in and pay a visit to Michael Budd who has his forge there. It was so interesting watching him work, he was chatting away to me as he worked but was still able to produce something amazing. Michael turned a plain piece of metal... Continue Reading →
Lily and Lolly Craftfest
This year the Yeats Day event includes the launch of a 10-day rescheduled and re-branded Craftfest Northwest festival honouring WB's sisters Susan and Elizabeth - affectionately named Lily and Lolly by her siblings. Susan (Lily) was a keen embroiderist. Elizabeth (Lolly) trained under the renowned artist and textile designer William Morris in London. She was... Continue Reading →
Sligo Saturday
Yesterday was a lovely day in Sligo. The shopping centres came to life with the sounds of choirs taking part in the Sligo International Choral Festival. As if that wasn't enough there were also lots of activities taking place as part of Craftfest Northwest. It was great to see the artists at work. We have... Continue Reading →
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