Village Vendor information at the 2025 Irish Challenge.
Rachels Aromoas
Homemade, Hand poured, and highly scented Soy wax melts made in Dunshaughlin Co Meath. With a history working in the candle and aroma sector, Rachels Aromas was started in 2021, and are made with 100% Soy wax and are CLP compliant. Whether you are looking for a gift hamper, diffusers, electric burners or candle sets Rachels Aromas has you covered.
Vicky Lowe Creations
Local artist Vicky Lowe works mainly with Pouring Art and Resin Crafts. She has produced items including cheese boards, serving trays and coasters. She also produces little keyrings and figures for kids. Many of these are hand painted and combined with resin for its effects. Recently Vicky has been working with 3D printing and has produced several items specifically for the Irish Challenge at Killeen Castle.
Cross & Thorn Crafts
Cross & Thorn Crafts are a hand craft business based in Ireland, dedicated to supplying bespoke handmade craft pieces to Irish/worldwide consumers. Cross & Thorn Crafts are committed to high quality artwork combining their keen eye for detail with over 20 years of customer service. From an early few orders from Family and Friends, Cross & Thorn Crafts have grown into a fully-fledged craft brand, developing ideas for future trends in the lucrative gift industry. Initially focused on lettered framed artwork, Cross & Thorn Crafts have expanded and become known as a provider of exclusive personalised handmade craft gifts.
Home Knits
Home Knits produces a range of knitted items for babies including cardigans, hats and blankets, as well as knits soft animals and novelty tea-cosies. Sourced locally and made in Dunshaughlin, Home Knits provide real home comforts.
Burning Crafts
Having a passion in creating pieces of diamond artwork, which range from framed artwork to keyrings, bookmarks and coasters, Burning Crafts offers something for everyone. From beautiful pyrography pieces, including plaques, jewellery boxes, trinket trays, and kitchen items including chopping boards, wooden spoons and spatula sets; all items are engraved with unique designs, perfect for handmade gifts for friends and family or to brighten up your home.
Leona Fay Woodturning
Based in Kilmessan, Leona Fay is a skilled woodturner known for creating beautiful, functional pieces from locally sourced, naturally fallen wood. With a deep respect for nature, Leona transforms raw timber into a variety of handmade items, including bowls, charcuterie boards, whiskey smokers, and unique homewares and gifts. Each piece reflects a commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and the timeless beauty of wood, making them both a practical and artisanal addition to any home.
A Little Irish Birdie
A Little Irish Birdie is a collection of unique art pieces designed and handmade by Bernie O’ Brien in Skryne Co. Meath. The materials used are the ‘sticks and stones’ of Ireland. They are beautifully crafted into meaningful and treasured pieces. Each piece has a handwritten caption in Irish or English. They are suitable to celebrate so many occasions - there is a Little Birdie suitable for everyone!
Mary Doyle Artist
Mary Doyle is a self-taught local artist who is inspired by the beauty she sees in people and nature, both locally and on her travels through America, Spain, Portugal & Italy. Watercolours, acrylics and oils are hallmarks of Mary's work, which includes commissioned pieces for customers in America, Australia and the United Kingdom.
