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Lately I was delighted to be invited to show the berry Irish linen Roísín Dress at the Fibre of Our Being 2026 exhibition hosted @kilcoe_studios and curated by @a_crudgie . The exhibition focused on textile arts, applied arts and craft
Lately I’ve been making Some late summer pieces in Irish linen. The A line Aoife skirt with pleated trim in neutral oat linen twill. Ciara blouse in coral, for autumn layering as well as warmer climates. . . . #irishlinen #latesummerdays #made
August is Cork Craft Month and I’m running a hand sewing, Paper Piecing Patchwork Workshop on Monday in Ballydehob, West Cork. Spend the day engaged in the craft of English Paper Piecing Patchwork where your hands will join shapes in col
A shift dress in cotton print lawn made recently for a client. . The Leda dress is a simply cut, an A line sleeveless dress, which is semi fitted and zips up at the back. The pleated trim at the hem elevates the simplicity without adding unnecessary
Some new Homeware items I’ve had fun making from offcuts of Irish linen and stocked exclusively at @kilcoe_studios in Ballydehob, West Cork. . The gingham tea cosy wadding is repurposed medical wool insulation and guaranteed to keep your teapot
This weeks @southernstarirl includes the Spring Greener Living edition and I’m delighted to be featured. I’m in great company, sharing a page with @redlavelle of @cecas.ie , as well as many others in West Cork making a difference by bein
Bernadette Dress A front full button-up dress inspired by French choreware, the 1950s silhouette and perhaps a hint of Little House on the Prairie. Made in a lightish weight cotton denim twill and fully lined in natural Irish linen. The fitted bodice
Yesterday morning was this. Today the wind is restless and blowy… . . . #schull #westcork #coastalliving #sunrise #startthedayright #earlybird #morningroutine

"It's about reconnecting with our clothes, rather than viewing them as quick trends or throwaway items, it's about tapping into the pleasure of buying a well-made garment with a timeless design, being able to recognize quality, repairing and properly caring for your wardrobe." - Elizabeth Cline, author of Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion