Lacemaking demonstrations
During August craft month we are delighted to bring you demonstrations in Irish lacemaking on demand at The Kenmare Lace and design Centre in Kenmare. Kenmare Lace is a needlepoint lace made with a needle and thread. It is based on the buttonhole stitch. There are two pieces of cloth at the back. Over this is the design and over that a layer of matt contact. The lace is worked on this background. You start by laying down a double thread around the outline of the design.
Kenmare Lace-Lacemaking demonstrations
During August craft month we are delighted to bring you demonstrations in Irish lacemaking on demand at The Kenmare Lace and design Centre in Kenmare.
Pre – booked demonstrations, which include information on the history of Kenmare Lace can also be arranged. There is a charge of €5 per person for these demos.
At The Kenmare Lace Centre you can also see:
- a display of Antique lace made at the Poor Clare Convent in Kenmare in the 1800s.
- designs hand painted by the sisters in the convent at the same time.
- you can purchase small pieces of locally made lace, lacemaking kits, lacemaking tools and books on lace.
☏ +353 87 23 46998
☏ +353 64 66 42978
✉ info@kenmarelace.ie
Event Address: Kenmare Lace and Design Centre, The Square, Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Suitable For: Adults 18+
Accessibility Information
The Kenmare Lace and Design Centre can be found upstairs over the Tourist Information & Heritage Centre. It is accessed by the door to the left of the Tourist Information Centre.
Organiser: : Kenmare Lace Centre
Event Website: : https://kenmarelace.ie/
All August Craft Month events are run independently by the event organisers. For questions regarding this event please contact the event organiser directly.