Brenda McLoughlin

Ábha(i)r:

Eolaíocht, Stair, Tíreolas

Na gnéithe curaclam:

Early people and ancient societies (History), Life, society, work and culture in the past (History), Human environments (Geography), Natural environments (Geography), Environmental awareness and care (Geography/Science), Living things (Science), Materials (Science), Energy and forces (Science)

Na contaetha a bhfreastalaíonn siad ar:

An Cabhán, Dún na nGall, Gaillimh, Cill Dara, Liatroim, An Longfort, Lú, Maigh Eo, An Mhí, Muineachán, Uíbh Fhailí, Ros Comáin, Sligeach, An Iarmhí

Cuairt beo a cuir in áirithe

For over 30 years, Brenda has, with her husband, Niall, cultivated a sally garden and small woodland in their smallholding in Co. Leitrim. An annual abundance of coppice materials led to the setting-up of Fuinseog Woodland Crafts, to showcase the beauty and utility of small-dimension Irish trees, through woodcraft and willowcraft.

Brenda has over 20 years of experience in offering workshops and demonstrations in woodland crafts at heritage days, vintage fairs and street festivals, all over Ireland.

Brenda’s workshop will bring native trees and hedgerows to your classroom through living and craft exhibits, wooden games and seasonal crafts using natural and native materials.

Teistiméireachtaí

• "Brenda's visit was very hands on and interactive for the children. We used native plants to create Christmas wreaths. We learned about old customs and skills. We also play games created from the natural environment. The pupils enjoyed every minute of the visit." - Fatima NS, Leitrim