craft shops kilkenny

Recalling a world of sturdy elegance where the natural blend of proud craftsmanship and enduring quality were commonplace, the Georgian townhouse sought to balance tradition with fashions of the day. In more recent times respect for quality workmanship, richly textured furnishings and ornate artifacts has diminished. At Yesterdays we have retained a love of quality and design, offering fine brass lamps and mirrors, richly woven cushions and throws, luxurious scarves, wraps and shawls and much m...

Hand crafted leather goods open to public...

Makers of quality Waxed cotton jackets, coats and hats. Children's Style: includes generous turn-ups on sleeve and drawstring at waist to allow for growth....

The Castle Yard entered through an arched gateway with clock tower opposite Kilkenny Castle, these former stables and coach house are now owned by Kilkenny Civic Trust and include studios, workshops, retail outlets and a self-service restaurant....

Open 7 Days a Week. Mon - Sat 9.00 - 6.00pm Sun 11.00 - 6.00pm Late night shopping until 8.00pm every Thursday...

Open to the public....

During the 12th century Norman invaders introduced the Cistercian Order of Monks to Ireland. In 1204 A.D. Duiske Abbey was founded (pronounced doo-isk). The settlement became known as Craig-na managh I.e. "Village of the monks". The name of the Abbey, and later of Duiske Glass is taken from the stream called Duiske i.e. "dubh uisce" or "black water", which meets the River Barrow at Graignamanagh. Under the rule of Henry VIII, Monasteries were suppressed. Yet in the second half of the 19t...