Geraldine O'Rourke is a mixed media artist. Each creation
has it's own unique character and personality. Using
labour intensive techniques, she makes her own paper
backgrounds, dyeing, moulding and embossing, on which
individually crafted porcelain pieces are mounted. Her
subjects range from Celtic mythology and figurative drawings
to aquatic themes.
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Visit An Siopa Buí, a new addition to the Craft Centre. Visit
our ceramic café where you can paint your own pottery and enjoy
a wide range of craft activities. We are the best stocked card
making and scrap booking shop in Ireland. An Siopa Buí - an
activity based shop with lots of things to do. Children are
welcome.
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Connemara's only music - MUSIC SHOP and Home to the world
famous Claddagh Bodhrans. We welcome you to call and see our
complete range of musical instruments and accessories. Discover
the finest selection of CD's specialising in the very best of
Traditional Irish Music from the Musicians of Connemara. For all
you musicians and music lovers, a visit to An Siopa Ceoil is a
must.
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Anything to do with the Irish language and culture.... this
shop has it. Unique designs in T-Shirts and Casual wear, Celtic
Cushion Covers, Books of Irish interest in English and Irish,
Bilingual Signs and everything Gaelic. And for children -
t-shirts, books and wooden jigsaws. Plus a beautiful range of
fashion handbags.
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Designers and manufacturers of leather goods. These include shoulder bags, belts, wallets and accessories. In the Leather Shop you will find high quality leather goods, which are not available anywhere else in the country. Belts can also be customised and fitted correctly to ensure the correct size. We specialise in extra long belts. The shop also stocks some of the finest crafts available in Ireland, including Ogham Writing, Prints, Cards from artist Gail Kelly and unusual Nail Craft, together with photographs from local photographer Pat O'Conor. We also have a selection from World Craft. Visit
Potter, Rob D'eat, has expanded his showroom and workshop to
include a gallery of Irish contemporary ceramic art, presenting
outstanding ceramics from the length and breadth of Ireland in
addition to his own work.
Individually designed scarves and throws using a variety of
natural yarns reflecting the vibrant colours of Connemara.
The wall hangings and tapestries are inspired by the rugged
landscape and ever-changing colours of Galway Bay.
Jewellery produced in silver, copper and brass, using the
celebrated designs of the first coins of the Irish Free State.
They also incorporate the ancient spiral found in our Celtic
heritage and they look to the sea for further inspiration. The
range includes brooches, cufflinks, money clips and sterling
silver necklaces and earrings. Golf Ball Markers made from the
old sixpence and three pence coins.
Paul O'Neil has been turning professionally for over 10
years. Specialising in functional food bowls and one of a kind
pieces. His work is much sought after for wedding and corporate
gifts. Visit
