Activities - Graiguenamanagh Area - Crafts

Graiguenamanagh is the ideal base for walkers wanting to explore the south east region. There is a range of walks available in the area suitable for people of all abilities.

Cushendale Woollen Mills

For generations the Cushen family have continued to produce high quality Irish-made textile products at their mill in Graiguenamanagh. They pride themselves in their ability to craft natural-fibre textiles made with mohair, Irish wool and merino lambswool.
These natural fibres and the skills acquired through many generations enable them to produce a broad range of home furnishings, fashion accessories, knitting yarns and fabrics. Go to their website and buy from their online shop.

Opening Times
Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 17:30 (closed 12:30 - 13:30)
Saturday: 10:00 - 13:00
Address: Mill Road, Graiguenamanagh
Phone : +353 (0)59 9724118
Website: Click here for more information.

Duiske Glass

Duiske Glass produces glassware renowned for its quality, excellence and beautiful design. Duiske has two distinct ranges, Duiske Irish Design and Kilkenny Casual Dining.
The Duiske range offers contemporary crystal , occasional giftware , customised engraving and bespoke corporate designed glassware. Under the Kilkenny Casual Dining brand Duiske offers many and varied designs in tableware and giftware, from the elegantly plain to the excitingly coloured. This range reflects a stylish and modern lifestyle . Every piece is designed for casual but stylish dining.

Address: High Street, Graiguenamanagh
Phone : +353 (0)59 9724174
Website: Click here for more information.

Mairead Holohan Art & Courses

Mairead runs a wide range of artistic courses. Courses are run in demand from her studio at the foot of White Mountain near St. Mullins. Courses include painting (mainly water based media), card making & batik. Day and weekly courses are run, as well as children’s camps at Easter and in July. Her work can also be purchased at the studio by appointment.

€225 for 3 days, €250 with lunch
€160 for 2 days €180 with lunch
€80 for 1 day €90 with lunch
Reductions for groups.

Phone: +353 (0)51 424570
Mobile: +353 (0)87 2236686
Website: Click here for more information.

Visit the Made in Kilkenny site for lots more crafts in the locality.

Website: Click here for more information.

Thomastown is a hive of creativity and is only a 20 minute drive. Ceramics can be bought at shops such as Karen Morgan, Gus Mabelson, Earthworks Ceramics and Clay Creations. There is Jackie & Ed Keilthys Jewellery shop, the Berkeley Gallery and Tara Antiques amongst many others.

Also, Bennettsbridge (30 minute drive) has shops which sell hand-made candles (Moth To A Flame), Nicholas Mosses renowned pottery shop & workshop with an onsite cafe and also, a hand-made leather shop (Chesneau Leathers).