Artisan Ireland
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A twist of yarn. A wheel of clay. A furnace of flames. Ireland’s artisan traditions run deep. Elemental and vibrant, each unique thread weaves together a tapestry of makers and doers, dreamers and creatives. From soft wool to smooth leather, fired earth to sparkling crystal, amber whiskey to smoked salmon, raw elements are coaxed and crafted on the Emerald Isle, revealing an ingrained desire to create beautiful things... WORDS | JILLIAN BOLGER
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nation of storytellers, Ireland is a place where you don’t have to look too far to find someone willing to share the secrets of their art. Around the country artisans and designers warmly welcome visitors to their workshops and ateliers, studios and smokehouses, happy to reveal the intricacies of their crafts and share their expertise. From town centres to small villages,
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Ireland's finest makers and traditions abound, and Dream Escape can arrange exclusive private visits, offering an intimate behind-the-scenes experience. If you’re drawn to beautiful things, you’ll find pleasure in the purity of Irish linen and tweed. County Donegal has long been a centre for weaving, with talented weavers like Eddie Doherty creating an inspiring place to learn about the county’s illustrious tweed tradition, right in front →