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Welcome to Ireland’s BluewaysDo it your way and create your own unique Blueway experience.Whether you’re into paddling, walking, cycling, or simply hooked on the outdoors, make yours a trip to remember on Ireland’s Blueways.

Through a series of multi-activity trails on the Shannon and Shannon-Erne, Blueways provide a scenic perspective into the heart of the Irish landscape. From leisurely strolls and gentle paddles to adrenaline-� lled days on land and water - Blueways o� er tailor-made trips like no other.

Timelessness meets ‘time of your life’ when you arrive on a Blueway.

So create your own adventure or take it at your own pace and do the Blueways your way!

While you’re enjoying these Blueway trails, there’s so much more to see and do in the local area.

A range of guides have been created to help you make the most of your visit to the Blueways:

Food – With the Blueways Food Guide, you can satisfy the appetite that you’re bound to get while you’re out there enjoying all those Blueways activities.

Culture & Heritage – With the Blueways Guide to Culture and Heritage, you can take a break from all that Blueway activity and choose to step back in time.

Arts & Crafts – With the Guide to Arts and Crafts, you will be able to use your trip to the Blueway to explore traditional skills and local talent.

Outdoor Activity – The Outdoor Activity Guide provides you with so many reasons to celebrate being in the great outdoors.

www.bluewaysireland.org

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Cavan County CouncilComhairle Chontae An Chabháin

Longford County CouncilComhairle Chontae Longfoirt

Roscommon County CouncilComhairle Chontae Ros Comáin

This project was funded by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government under the Rural Economic Development Zones (REDZ) Initiative. The project partners include Waterways Ireland and The Upper Shannon Erne Future Economy Partners of Cavan, Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon Local Authorities in conjunction with Bord Na Mona and the ESB.

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• Trail maps are also available on outdoor activities, food and cultural and heritage sites along the Blueway. Visit our website at www.bluewaysireland.org for more information.

• Keep an eye open for our Blueway road signs which direct you to the water access sites along the Blueway.

An extensive network of Blueways trails are being developed throughout the region, as shown on the map. These are due to be completed in 2016.

Please refer back to www.bluewaysireland.org for up-to-date details of the individual Blueway trails available

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Let’s go out to the woods today to � nd Bear Essentials – Teddy Bears Made for Memories. The Teddy Bear Gift Shop showcases the largest collection of teddy bears in Ireland from Stei� and Charlie Bears to Anke Morgenroth’s own Irish-Made Bears. Teddy bears can even be personalised.

The Silver Bear Centre facilitates workshops and events. As a family, take part in a ‘Build a Bear’ workshop. Also hen parties or baby shower groups can make their very own fully jointed collector mohair teddy bear from start to � nish, a teddy bear, created by you and your friends, that can stand the test of time. You will need to book these courses in advance and they can form part of a Bear Essentials gift voucher.

Bear Essentials visitor attraction is part of Ireland’s Craft Studio Experience and includes a collection of vintage to early 20th century teddy bears along with interesting artefacts such as ancient fossils and even a meteorite. While there you can have your photograph taken with life size replica polar and brown bears and bring a picnic to our tranquil garden and small playground.

The Bear Essentials giftshop and Silver Bear Centre are free to visit and when in the area why not call into the nearby Museum of the Master Saddler or the Bawnboy Workhouse. If you want excitement, Out-Doors and Dirty o� ers a madcap gamespark nearby, with outdoor adventure and motorsport activities, from hovercraft racing to laser-clay shooting and high ropes.

Tirnawannagh, Bawnboy, Co. Cavan

9am–6pm Tuesday–Saturday or by appointment

+ 353 (0)87 7610537

info@bearessentials.ie

www.bearessentials.ie

Dowra Courthouse Creative Space2A focal point of Dowra village, at the northern tip of Lough Allen, the restored 1932 courthouse o� ers a workspace for the arts. The transformed courtroom provides an exhibition room for events, meetings and classes. There are six rentable work spaces, a ready-to-use kiln room, kitchen, administrative support and exhibition space. Disabled access lift.

Dowra village, Co. Cavan Open by appointment +353 (0)71 9643415 dowra@ccef.ie

www.facebook.com/Dowra-Courthouse-Creative-Space

Traditional Irish Baskets3Eddie McGrath o� ers a unique experience in which visitors can explore the willow industry and basketry in detail. Visitors can view the willow growing and learn how the willow is harvested. Eddie stocks a selection of his willow baskets in his workshop, which are available for sale. Visitors who book into Eddie’s basket-making courses, which he o� ers on site, will � nd it a relaxed and enjoyable experience.

Ballymannan, Belturbet, Co. Cavan 9am–5pm daily. Weekends by appointment +353 (0)86 845 8106 traditionalirishbaskets@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/Traditional-Irish-Baskets-739129996174223/

Sean Cassidy Artist4Working in acrylic and watercolour, artist Sean Cassidy often uses Celtic imagery to express his ideas in his distinctive style. Children, music and the landscape of west Cavan are other sources of inspiration. The self-taught painter has exhibited in Ireland, New York and Finland and his work is in many private collections worldwide. He sells through his studio in Ballyconnell and in selected art galleries.

Church St., Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan By appointment +353 (0)49 9526967 / +353 (0)87 2739580 shauniecassidy@yahoo.co.uk

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The Craft Cabin5Mother and daughter Mary and Taragh Donohoe are the creative duo behind this treasure trove of craftmaking materials. The shop is crammed with fabrics, wools, haberdashery, papers, furniture paint and craft supplies. Mary shares her long-time passion for crafts and patchwork by giving adult workshops in sewing skills and craftsmaking, and there are after-school and weekend classes for 5 to 12 year olds.

Realta Shopping Centre, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan 10am–6pm, Tuesday to Saturday +353 (0)49 9527424 hello@thecraftcabin.ie www.thecraftcabin.ie

Brackley Mountain Woodcraft6Nothing pleases Brackley Mountain Woodcraft more than to see one of their kiddy-sized items of furniture go to a new home where a child will love it. Small chairs, tables, desks, teddy-bear seats and pull-along wagons make up a big part of their range. Adults get a look-in too, with � nely-crafted hardwood jewellery boxes a popular gift. Items can be made to order.

Bawnboy, Co. Cavan By appointment +353 (0)86 1630806 gethinduggan@hotmail.com

www.facebook.com/BrackleyMountainJoinery

Elena Brennan Jeweller7Motifs inspired by ancient legends and Irish culture are transformed into swirling, sinuous jewellery in sterling silver and gold by jeweller Elena Brennan. Flowing lines and intricate detail re� ect her Irish roots and her love of Art Nouveau. Enchanted swans, old gold hoards, books found in bogs are some of the uniquely Irish themes she adopts, as well as guardian angels, feathers, bonnets and butter� ies and a cheeky, charming cow. Every piece tells a story.

The Jewellery Studio, Lisreagh, Cavan, Co. Cavan Visitors welcome but phone in advance +353 (0)86 9882427 admin@elenabrennan.com

www.elenabrennan.com

The Soap Box10The Soap Box hand-makes organic skincare and beauty products from Irish natural ingredients. Soap maker Majella McAuley uses only therapeutic grade essential oils, cold pressed plant and nut oils, seaweed, beeswax and pure butters. Soaps are hand crafted in small batches using a cold press process that retains the natural glycerine that softens the skin. They are sold on the Natural Ireland website and through retail shops.

The Food Hub, Carrick Road, Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim 9am–5pm weekdays +353 (0)85 1007834 majella@thesoapbox.ie / info@naturalireland.ie www.thesoapbox.ie / www.naturalireland.ie

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Wood and sunlight seem to go naturally together. For Giolla Liddy it means using the woodworking skills he learned as a child to create a range of suncatchers to throw dazzling rainbow light all around. Set in the window to catch the light, the suncatchers, made in a range of woods and crystal shapes, create a spectrum of coloured light on the dullest of days. Children will love his Lumbajax bags of colourful building blocks in locally-grown, painted beech.

Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim By appointment +353 (0)86 3046658 info@artwood.ie www.artwood.ie

David Ballantine Millinery12Having designed costumes for street theatre for many years, milliner David Ballantine wanted to work with � ner materials and greater attention to detail. Drama is still part of his special occasion hat designs. Elaborate bows and twists of fabric are perched on a simple base shape or lace trimming is used for a gentler style. The theatre he creates for is weddings, horse races and ‘ladies days’.

Carrick On Shannon, Co. Leitrim By appointment +353 (0)83 1787651 dbmillinery@gmail.com www.davidballantinemillinery.com

Leitrim Crystal13Run by master crystal glass cutter Ken Cunningham, Leitrim Crystal prides itself on friendly, personal service. As designing, cutting and engraving the crystal ware is done on the premises, visitors can watch this craftsman at work. You can have your own piece engraved to order, making it unique to you. The range includes vases, bowls, glasses, lamps, personalised trophies and gift items. They post worldwide.

Bridge St., Carrick On Shannon, Co. Leitrim 9.30am–6pm Monday to Saturday +353 (0)71 9622255 / +353 (0)86 3951717 leitrimcrystal@eircom.net / kencunny@gmail.com www.leitrimcrystal.com

The Dock Art Centre14Tragic life stories may have unfolded in this building when it was a county courthouse. Now it is a modern art space, theatre and gallery. There is a varied programme from visual art, music and dance to theatre, comedy and performance art. The gallery space is housed in three graceful rooms and there is a performance space, an art room and a café.

St George’s Terrace, Carrick On Shannon, Co. Leitrim

10am–6pm Monday to Saturday: from 7.45pm for evening events. Galleries open 10am– 5.30pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am–5pm Saturday +353 (0)71 9650828

ssearson@leitrimcoco.ie www.thedock.ie

Sandra Vernon Artist15‘Renovating’ an old house by capturing it in a drawing is a love of artist Sandra Vernon. Through her � nely-drawn pen and ink works she can highlight shapes and textures and the play of light and shade on a building, landscape or portrait. She specialises in pen and ink drawings, often using touches of colour, and occasionally works in watercolours. She also creates papier mâché pieces using handmade papers, to produce a range of interior items such as bowls, sculptures, masks and miniature indoor gardens.

Spa well Road (No. 3657), Carrick On Shannon, Co. Leitrim (o� N4) 12pm-6pm Wednesday to Sunday. Text/phone to book appointment +353 (0)71 9625276 /+353 (0)87 2943853 sandra@theverysmallgallery.com / sandravernon@eircom.net www.facebook.com/Sandra Vernon Verysmallgallery

Barley Harbour, Casey’s Bogwood Sculptures16Father and son Kevin and Michael Casey are masters of the craft of producing sculptures from oak and other wood that has been preserved in bog for centuries. Their wood is taken from local bogs and is stored and naturally dried for several years before it is ready to be worked. Once-living wood is then revived and transformed into beautiful abstract or symbolic shapes.

Casey’s sixty years of experience includes the design of many commissioned pieces for heads of state, celebrities and centrepiece sculptures as well as their range of unique gift items. Commissions are welcomed and they can be designed to re� ect the personality or interests of the receiver.

The visitor studio is located alongside their workshop in a rural Shannon-side setting just outside of the award winning Newtowncashel village on the banks of Lough Ree. Visitors to the studio can experience the transformation of the bog oak from rough timber to elegant forms, told through the mediums of video and photographs as well as the comments of the sculptures themselves.

Barley Harbour, Newtowncashel, Co. Longford 9am–6pm, closed 1.30pm–2.30pm, Monday to Saturday +353 (0)43 332 5297 info@bogwood.net www.bogwood.net

Midir and Etain Craft Gallery17The gallery forms part of Ardagh Heritage and Creativity Centre which provides an enchanting platform for County Longford based artists and craft persons to promote their work. It showcases a variety of quality handmade products including jewellery, ceramics, paintings, pottery, knitted items, millinery, coppercraft and much more. There is also a � ne selection of written works by Longford based authors and poets.

Ardagh, Co. Longford Times vary depending on events. Open any time by appointment +353 (0)86 302 7602 / +353 (0)87 232 6553 creativeardagh@gmail.com www.creativeardagh.com

The Baldy Sheep18The Baldy Sheep loves everything knitting and crochet. It’s like a sweetie shop for knitters. With quirky decorations and award-winning window displays, it is your local wool shop with a twist. A knitter’s heaven, o� ering exclusive patterns by independent knitwear designer and owner Patricia Cox.The Baldy Sheep is fun, modern and inspirational. You will be inspired to create fabulous projects. D’ewe drop in!

New Street, Longford, Co. Longford 10am–5.30pm Monday to Saturday +353 (0)43 3348070 info@thebaldysheep.ie www.facebook.com/TheBaldySheep

Inchbo� n Carriages 19When you watch a � lm and see the hero whisked away in a horse-drawn carriage, you may wonder how such old vehicles still look good. Francis Warde is a wheelwright and coach builder who restores horse-drawn wagons and wheels. For � lm makers, he can build a hansom cab. For repairs to wheels, body parts, windows, upholstery, metal and paint work, Francis makes it better than new and will take you through the process, at his workshop. He will rent you a carriage for your special occasion too.

Cloonterm, Longford, Co. Longford By arrangement +353 (0)87 7911709 info@inchbo� ncarriages.ie www.inchbo� ncarriages.ie

Thomas Lynam Ceramics20Thomas Lynam is a bespoke potter and ceramic artist who makes vivid pieces of functional and decorative ware. His gallery and shop has a working pottery on site so visitors can see the full range of pottery skills when they call. It is possible also to take day and weekend classes. The gallery is located beside Newcastlewood, which is popular for walking and pony trekking.

The Pines, Ballymulvey, Ballymahon, Co. Longford Business hours. Classes evenings and weekends +353 (0)90 6432988 / +353 (0)87 9198882 israellynam@gmail.com www.facebook.com/thomas.ceramics

Úna Bhán Tourism and Traditional Craft Shop24This unique and quirky craft shop is a treasure trove of over 50 locally sourced traditional craft products including wood & rush-work, local books & maps, hand knits and even retro sweets. Set in an attractive old cottage in the grounds of King House, many crafts and hand knits are made on site. Call in for a browse, visitors can sip a complimentary cuppa and enjoy a friendly chat about Boyle being the home to award-winning TV series ‘Moone Boy’ or hear the tragic legend of Úna Bhán.

The sta� of this community led enterprise also pre-arrange visits to local craft producers and artist’s workshops as well as provide an approved accommodation booking service and tourist information on local attractions, walking routes, activities and events.

While there why not stroll across the garden and call into King House for a guided tour, or a look at the Boyle Civic Art Collection or the Connaught Rangers Museum. The weekly Boyle Farmers Market takes place every Saturday between 10 am and 2 pm. The historic village of Boyle itself is worth a visit especially Boyle Abbey and the local co� ee shops and cafes. In 2017 the Boyle Model Railway will also be open to visitors in the restored Courthouse.

Lough Key forest park and all of its walks, boat rides, zip lines, bike and Segway hire is open all year round and is just two miles away, while there are plenty of small animals to hand-feed and pet at the nearby Tullyboy Farm. The legend of Una Bhan:-Una Bhan is a story of two broken hearts and only in death were the two lovers belatedly united through their burial on Trinity Island, an island on Lough key . Tradition says that two trees grew up over their graves, entwining together to form a Lovers Knot, standing guard over the site.

Grounds of King House, Main St., Boyle, Co. Roscommon 9am–6pm Monday to Saturdays. Open Sundays during summer

season +353 (0)71 9663033 patricia@unabhan.ie www.unabhan.ie

The Leitrim Design House8This gem of a craft gallery is stocked with hand-made items by over 250 local and national craft workers. The Leitrim Design House is recommended by the Craft Council of Ireland as a leading craft and design outlet in the country.

Many pieces on sale are inspired by Leitrim’s natural beauty or are specially designed for the gallery. Textiles, � ne art, ceramics, glass, prints, metal, wood, jewellery, paper and cards are beautifully displayed in this lovely 19th-century Courthouse building overlooking the Shannon. It is a showcase for beauty, design and creativity. The sta� of the Design House can also advise you on the various local artists who can complete a commission piece if you want something unique. Occasional art exhibits are hosted on the Art Wall while the Dock art centre and gallery hosts a range of exhibitions and performances throughout the year.

While in the area why not stroll through the waterside town of Carrick on Shannon, in addition to its streets lined with shops and cafes, a farmers market on Thursday mornings and the smallest chapel in Ireland. There is also a riverside boardwalk and an opportunity for a pleasure cruise along the Shannon on ‘Moon River’ or if you want to be more active there are quad, canoe and bike hire opportunities nearby.

The Dock, Carrick On Shannon, Co. Leitrim 10am–6pm Monday to Friday, 10am–5pm Saturday +353 (0)71 9650550 info@leitrimdesignhouse.ie www.leitrimdesignhouse.ie

Solas Art Gallery9Based in the town of Ballinamore, near the harbour, this artist-led gallery is an initiative between Leitrim County Council Arts O� ce and the Ballinamore Community Arts Group. The gallery hosts monthly exhibitions of its member artists and three group exhibitions. All forms of art are exhibited and there is a list of forthcoming exhibitions on the website

Above the Four Seasons Garden Centre, Main Street, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim

10am–6pm Monday to Saturday in summer and Tuesday to Saturday at other times.

+353 (0)71 9644210 info@solasart.ie

www.solasart.ie / www.facebook.com/ Solas-Art-Gallery-Ballinamore

Aisling Ahern Millinery25Colour, simplicity and bold shapes are the design signature of Roscommon-based milliner Aisling Ahern. Having graduated with an MA in Architecture, Aisling combined her training in matching form and function with a � air for fashion and colour. She creates award-winning hats whose shape, texture and structure are perfectly balanced but eye-catching. Perfect for a day at the races.

Corrigeenroe, Boyle, Co. Roscommon By appointment +353 (0)86 3931121 aislingahern@live.ie www.aislingahern.com

Thomas Browne Willow Basket Maker26Thomas Browne worked in Dublin for many years before returning to his native Roscommon where he � nally developed his life-long interest in the craft of willow basket making. Having made willow baskets for eight years, he now o� ers classes in the craft. With a keen interest in organics and biodiversity, he hopes that, as more people learn the skills of willow craft, more willow will be grown that will provide habitats for a vast range of species.

Rock-A-Doon Lodge, Boyle, Co. Roscommon By appointment +353 (0) 87 2379632 browne.thomas@gmail.com

Kate Oram Metalcraft27Swelling waves, seed pods and organic shapes inspire the forms of Kate Oram’s metal objects, which emerge as beautiful table pieces, bowls and corporate awards. She works in bronze, copper, wood, aluminium, stone and perspex. Copper is her favourite metal and she often uses recycled materials for their colour and texture, especially recycled bronze. She makes exhibition pieces and � nely sculpted corporate awards.

7 Wooden Bridge, Boyle, Co. Roscommon By appointment +353 (0)71 9663898 / +353 (0)86 1628091 info@kateoram.com www.kateoram.com

Naomi Draper28Artist Naomi Draper graduated with a Bachelor of Craft Design specialising in glass. She now works in a range of media but has kept her a� nity with drawing and glass. Through various materials she explores the fragility of the natural and built environment, what de� nes space and how it is lived in and a� ected by people and wildlife. She looks at new potentials for public and private environments. Her work has been exhibited throughout Ireland and she has carried out a number of commissions for her sculpture and glass. She accepts special commissions for di� erent occasions.

Boyle, Co. Roscommon By appointment Phone: +353 (0)86 3757491 naomidraper2002@yahoo.com www.naomidraper.carbonmade.com

Harrington Studios 29These purpose-built art studios, located on the grounds of King House, Boyle, aim to support local, contemporary art practice in a wide range of media. People can visit the studios, which allows them to learn about the artist and their work. Artists in any medium may apply for a residency. It is part of a wider programme by Roscommon County Council to develop the arts in Roscommon.

King House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon By arrangement +353 (0)90 6637321 (Arts O� ce, Roscommon County Council) mmullins@roscommoncoco.ie (Mary Mullins) / kinghouse@

roscommoncoco.ie www.kinghouse.ie / www.roscommoncoco.ie (Arts O� ce)

Willow Design and Publishing30Photographs of Ireland’s landscape, people, � owers and fauna are the basis for Willow Design’s range of Irish-made greeting cards and stationery. Cards for every kind of special occasion, in Irish and English, are part of Willow’s range of distinctive designs. Willow o� er a bespoke design and publishing service for businesses, aided by modern print technology that means speci� c designs in a� ordable print runs can be produced for individual clients.

Cootehall, Boyle, Co. Roscommon Business hours +353 (0)71 9667315 / +353 (0)71 9667990 info@willowireland.com www.irishmadegreetingcards.com

Franziska Lienberger Lynch31The fairies must have put a spell on Franziska Lienberger Lynch because she is such a versatile artist who can make several di� erent ranges of toys in timber and felt, as well as being a quali� ed saddler. Irish Felt Fairies are her special creation. Each fairy is hand made from merino wool and has its own personality. She also makes Woods of Dooneen wooden toys and decorations.

Dooneen, Ballinameen, Boyle, Co. Roscommon Courses available throughout the year. Check website +353 (0)71 9623338 / +353 (0)86 3825965 lienberger@gmail.com / irishfeltfairy@gmail.com www.irishfeltfairy.com

Siobhan Cox-Carlos32Siobhan Cox-Carlos trained as a � ne art painter and then branched into painting silk scarves, fusing her passion for colour and design with fashion. She believes that viewing her work should create a sense of joy as it is full of energy, colour and emotion. Working from her studio-gallery she hand-paints each scarf with designs inspired by the landscape and by celtic mythology.

Lisonu� y, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon By appointment +353 (0)71 9633339 / +353 (0)86 3647367 siobhan@sccsilks.com www.siobhancoxcarlos.com / www.sccsilks.com

Frances Crowe Fibre Artist33Inspired by the landscape surrounding her country studio, artist Frances Crowe works and thinks in � bre. She collects materials such as wool, rope and cotton and twists and weaves them into striking, textured images and shapes. Tapestry is her particular love though it may take months of work to make a single piece. She exhibits her work in her studio where she also runs workshops in spinning, tapestry and painting.

Grange Studio, Grange, Fourmile House, Co. Roscommon 10am–5pm Tuesday to Saturday +353 (0)90 6629641 francrowe@eircom.net www.francescrowe.com

Derrycashel Crafts34Thomas Noone uses native oak, beech, sycamore, ash, elm and chestnut to make his distinctive clocks that he hand-crafts in the shapes of Ireland’s 32 counties. Depending on the timber used, the clock can be a rich dark shade or a honey colour. The timber is � nished with a protective polymer coating. Other clock designs include St Brigid’s Cross, musical instruments and animals. Items can be made to order.

Derrycashel, Corrigeenroe, Boyle, Co. Roscommon By appointment +353 (0)71 9647051 derrycashelcrafts@eircom.net www.woodenclocksroscommon.ie

Naomh Padraig Handcrafts35Baskets hand woven from willow and rush were a feature of rural life, used to carry everything from bread to turf. Patricia O’Flahery of Naomh Padraig Handcrafts uses traditional methods and patterns in making her baskets, collecting the willows herself when in season. Baskets come in all shapes and sizes and can be made to order. She also makes St Brigid’s Crosses in three traditional patterns.

Cloonshee, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon Visitors welcome by appointment +353 (0)71 9637077 info@naomhpadraighandcrafts.com www.naomhpadraighandcrafts.com

Michelle Made This36From the kitchen table in her granny’s old cottage, craft expert Michelle Fallon turns all sorts of textiles into charming gifts and keepsakes, which she sells on line. She teaches sewing, knitting, card, print and jewellery making. Her workshops are always popular and come with a cup of tea and some home baking. Michelle’s handmade gifts and textiles give a quirky shape to traditional crafts.

An Teach Ban, Corbo, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Workshops year round. Check for times +353 (0)85 111 1984 michelle@michellemadethis.com www.michellemadethis.com

Ballyboy Design21Siobhán Quinn’s unique BallyBoy look � ows from the rich Celtic heritage of Ireland and her lifelong love and appreciation of Irish traditional craftsmanship. Siobhán established BallyBoy Design in County Longford in the heart of Ireland, in order to bring her unique look to a global audience and to showcase the very best of Irish contemporary design. Siobhan’s designs draw together Irish tweed, silk, silver, felt and leather to create a beautiful, distinctive and luxurious collection of capes, hats, jewellery and gloves, made by some of Ireland’s � nest crafts men and women.

BallyBoy Design, Ballyboy, Abbeylara, Co. Longford By appointment +353 (0) 86 816 5452 squinn@ballyboydesign.ie www.ballyboydesign.ie

Wendy Louise Designs22Wendy inherited both her passion for millinery and the nimble � ngers she uses for her bespoke work from her grandparents who made bespoke hats for many years under the name of Roach and Congreve. She is also very fortunate to have some vintage blocks that she still uses. Wendy specialises in one-o� , handcrafted designs ranging from theatrical large-brimmed showstoppers, in a range of fabrics embellished with beads and veiling, to the more subtle styles such as cloches, pillboxes, trilbies and fedoras.

Cloonteagh, Newtown Forbes, Co. Longford Viewings by appointment only. +353 (0) 86 170 0743 info@wendylouisedesigns.ie www.wendylouisedesigns.ie

Made in Lucy’s Kitchen23Working from her home kitchen on the borders of Longford and Leitrim, Lucy produces a range of traditionally crafted soap and skin products. All her products are made from scratch, using traditional methods. Everything is stirred, poured, cut, labelled and wrapped by hand. Lucy’s range of skincare products are all made with completely natural, petro-chemical free ingredients created to be gentle to sensitive allergenic skin. Lucy also produces a range wax melts and candles.

Lucinda Lee, Bellageeher, Bornacoola, Co. Longford By appointment only +353 (0) 43 3397503 lucy@madeinlucyskitchen.com www.madeinlucyskitchen.com