The event in Bushmills Courthouse was supported by the International Fund for Ireland, as part of the Connecting Communities project.
Visitors had the opportunity to meet and talk to the talented makers, understanding just how they make their craft and how they came to start their business.
They included:
Lisa McGill – evocative seascapes capturing the drama and beauty of the Atlantic coast (Donegal).
Siobhan Gillespie (Happy Art) – colourful, joyful paintings inspired by Donegal’s landscapes (Donegal).
Moira McHugh (Perfectly Thrifted) – sustainable art transforming everyday materials into striking creations (Donegal).
Sandra Smith (Print Barn Folk) – family-run screen printing studio celebrating local heritage with hands-on workshops (Donegal).
Amy Campbell (No. 88 Jewellery) – minimalist silver jewellery influenced by the North Coast (Causeway).
Samantha Toussaint (Toma Craft) – sculptural work weaving natural materials with folklore and storytelling (Causeway).
Patsy Harbinson (Hooked on Rathlin) – Rathlin sustainable knitwear, decorative items, and community-inspired yarn art (Causeway).
Yvonne Moore – bold abstract paintings exploring emotion and the human experience (Causeway).
Simon Hogg (Dunluce Distillery) – handcrafted gins celebrating local botanicals and heritage (Causeway).
The day also featured a Mini Makers section, where children of all ages took part in drop-in creative activities that mirrored the makers in the room, including creating a woolly sheep.
Prior to the event, the makers took part in two, in-person training sessions - Marketing & AI with Debbie Rymer and Storytelling with Colin Urwin, helping them build their brand, share their story and present their work with confidence.
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A Journey Rooted in Silver and the Causeway Coast. Founder of No.88 Jewellery, Amy Campbell’s brand was displayed at the event – with her storyboard telling visitors about the very personal story behind the business and her passion for silversmithing. Photo: ENTERPRISE CAUSEWAY
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Cross-border youth forum member Evan Millar (far right) supported event management and social media. The forum involves five young people from the Causeway area and five from Rathmullan, Donegal; developing skills, confidence and opportunities to support their local communities through the Connecting Communities project. Photo: ENTERPRISE CAUSEWAY
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Hooked On Rathlin - Patsy Harbinson presents Rathlin knitwear and yarn art at the pop-up event. Photo: ENTERPRISE CAUSEWAY
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Having a great time exploring, sticking and gluing woolly sheep at the kids’ zone of the special showcase event. Photo: ENTERPRISE CAUSEWAY