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Mountmellick Embroidery for adults

  • Celbridge Library Celbridge, County Kildare, W23 VA47 Ireland (map)
White embroiidered cloth with the ulster St Brigids cross, similar to a gods eye design

🪡 Mountmellick Embroidery Workshop (Adults)

📍 What
A traditional embroidery workshop exploring the craft of Mountmellick work.

🏛️ Where
Celbridge Library
Celbridge, Co. Kildare

🗓️ When
Thursday 29th January 2026
⏰ 11.00am – 1.00pm

💶 How much does it cost?
FREE
(Booking required)

✨ Description
As part of the Spirit of Brigid Festival 2026, local lacemaker Christina Kearney leads a hands-on Mountmellick embroidery workshop for adults at Celbridge Library.

Mountmellick work is a distinctive white-on-white embroidery tradition inspired by the flora and fauna of the Mountmellick area. During the workshop, participants will learn a selection of the key stitches used in this craft and gain an appreciation of its history and technique.

ℹ️ More Information
📚 Booking via Celbridge Library
📌 Adults only

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