Craft & Design

CRAFT & DESIGN

Kilkenny, home to the Design & Craft Council of Ireland headquarters, Grennan Mill Craft School, Sessions House Jewellery School, and many more, has long been recognised as the centre of Ireland’s design and craft sector. International lifestyle brand Kilkenny Design established itself right in the heart of the city over 50 years ago.

Kilkenny-based Cartoon Saloon is a five-time Academy Award nominated animation studio formed by Paul Young, Tomm Moore, and Nora Twomey. In addition Cartoon Saloon has won multiple Annie Awards, IFTAs, and an Emmy, as well as being nominated for the Golden Globes and BAFTAs. They also co-founded Lighthouse Studios in Kilkenny with Canadian company Mercury Filmworks. From award-winning shorts to feature films and TV series, Cartoon Saloon has carved a special place in the international animation industry.

Kilkenny, the creative heart of Ireland, is a thriving centre for artisan craft production where you will find every bespoke product imaginable across a wide range of craft disciplines.

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A woolen mill has stood on the Mill site for over 800 years. The Cushens have been involved in woolen textile manufacturing since the 18th century and are acutely aware of the history and the heritage of which they are part.

Six generations of the Cushen family have been crafting exceptional textiles in Graiguenamanagh, County Kilkenny. Spinning yarn and weaving blankets, forging a reputation and setting the standard for the marque of quality and excellence that is carried forward today.

Nicholas Mosse is a renowned Irish pottery and ceramics studio located in Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny. The studio is known for its handcrafted and hand-painted pottery, which has gained international recognition for its unique designs, high-quality craftsmanship, and distinctive style.

The story of Nicholas Mosse Pottery began in 1976 when Nicholas Mosse – the son of a flour merchant – moved back to Ireland having trained in the UK and Japan and set up his own pottery studio on the Mosse family land in Kilkenny.

Over the years, the studio has grown in popularity, and Nicholas Mosse’s distinctive pottery pieces have become highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The designs often feature floral patterns and charming country scenes that evoke a sense of warmth and nostalgia. The colour palette is rich and earthy, with blues, greens and browns prominent.

Today Nicholas Mosse Pottery is considered a leading name in Irish ceramics and has a loyal following worldwide. The timeless designs continue to be cherished by those appreciative of handmade, artisanal pottery.