Snáitheanna/Threads Craft Festival | Heritage Week

Celebrate the rich traditions of Irish craft at Snáitheanna/Threads, a one-day festival at King John’s Castle bringing together talented local makers and craft organisations for a day of creativity, learning and heritage.

Throughout the day, visitors can explore pop-up exhibitions, watch live demonstrations, meet skilled craftspeople and discover the techniques behind some of Ireland’s most treasured textile traditions. Whether you’re an experienced maker or simply curious to try something new, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Featuring

• Friends of Lace Limerick – Founded in 2017, the group is dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique tradition of Limerick lace through research, education and contemporary interpretation.
• Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers – Established in 1975, the Guild encourages the practice and appreciation of weaving, spinning and dyeing through demonstrations, workshops and community events across Ireland.
• Mid-West Patchwork Branch of the Irish Patchwork Society – A vibrant community of patchworkers and quiltmakers who meet regularly to share skills, ideas and inspiration.
• Limerick Craft Meetup – An inclusive group welcoming anyone with an interest in handcrafts such as knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting and more, regardless of experience.

What to Expect

• Pop-up exhibitions showcasing local craftsmanship
• Meet-the-maker sessions
• Live craft demonstrations
• Hands-on workshops (advance booking required)

Workshop Schedule

11:00am – 12:00pm – Crochet Granny Square Workshop

12:00pm – 1:00pm – Try Limerick Lace Stitches

1:00pm – 2:00pm – Modern Knitting Patterns Workshop

2:00pm – 3:00pm – Learn a Hand Quilting Technique

3:00pm – 4:00pm – Spindle Spinning Workshop

Booking Information

Admission to Snáitheanna/Threads is free, and visitors are welcome to explore the exhibitions, demonstrations and meet-the-maker sessions throughout the day.

Places for the workshops are limited and require advance booking via Eventbrite. Workshop registration opens on 15 July.