By Siobhán Ryan

Sunday, the 9th of August, and the sun was shining at the annual Tullamore Agricultural Show in County Offaly!  It was an early start for Elizabeth, Clodagh, Siobhán, Linda, Mary O, and Mary G, who represented the Feltmakers Ireland Guild at the Crafts area. 

Our Volunteers

A record 70,000 people attended the show, and many dropped by to chat and watch the wet felting and needle-felting demonstrations. It is encouraging to see the level of interest in the craft, as evidenced by conversations and the many enquiries to join our guild. 

Member Linda Costello joined Feltmakers Ireland in 2025 and has become a regular attendee since we established Feltmakers Ireland West, which meets monthly in Co Galway.

Linda was delighted to win first prize with her entry ‘4 sods hard won turf’ and second prize for her ‘Contemporary Summer Garden’, both in the Horticulture section. She was also awarded a Best in Show certificate. Well done, Linda!!

Linda’s Pieces

As we promote Irish wool, it was lovely to see the different breeds of sheep and the alpacas, all looking so well-tended and plentiful. Speaking with breeders, we learned that they are encouraged by this year’s increase in Irish wool prices; it is good news for everyone. 

Sheep and Alpaca Pics

Marshmallow Sheep made by a young person

It was a very positive day at the Tullamore Show, and Feltmakers Ireland is delighted to be invited to return for a 5th year in a row in 2027. 

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