With Ireland chosen to host a major exhibition on European craft, we’re treated to everything from unconventional ceramics and traditional basket making, to the application of new technology, writes Carol O’Callaghan.

With Ireland chosen to host a major exhibition on European craft, we’re treated to everything from unconventional ceramics and traditional basket making, to the application of new technology, writes Carol O’Callaghan.

Craft-work was distilled to a pure form at this year’s RDS National Craft Awards, and a number of these works could have been transported across the hall to merge with the concurrent RDS Students Art Awards.

AN UPCOMING exhibition featuring handcrafted jewellery using gold, silver and precious stones will offer the public a chance to meet with some of the country’s best emerging designers.