Crafty by Illina

Crafty by illlina is a small Irish-based brand founded by Ukrainian designer and maker Iryna Ilina which is focused on creating unique, handwoven boho-style bags. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted using soft, chunky yarns to deliver bold textures, rich colours, and a perfect balance between functionality and artistic expression. Joyful, tactile and full of personality, every bag is a statement - whether you're dressing up for an event or styling a casual outfit for everyday wear.

Find Crafty by illlina at Stand E144 in the Industries Hall.

BuffBarrier

Created by passionate runner Robert McNamee, BuffBarrier delivers strong and soothing skin protection with a range of products designed to protect and soothe skin from friction and irritation using sustainably sourced ingredients including beeswax, shea butter and zinc oxide. The brand's Anti-Blister & Foot Relief Stick blends arnica and calendula with natural oils to calm sore feet and help prevent blisters while the Anti-chafing Stick is perfect for walkers, hikers, runners or simply those with sensitvie skin. Together, BuffBarrier products provide affordable, long-lasting protection that’s gentle on skin and kind to the planet. Though a new brand on the market, BuffBarrier's products are already gaining traction where it counts and stockists include the Great Outdoors, Radical Runner, Bike Worx, Sportmaster, Walsh's Pharmacy, Roscommon Sports, Cycle Superstore, The Edge Sports Superstore, John Buckley Sports and Berehaven Pharmacy.

Find BuffBarrier at Stand L69 in the Local Enterprise Office Showcase.

Bó Bar Soap 

The Bó Bar Soap journey starts on a family dairy farm in Kilmoganny, South Kilkenny, Ireland where award-winning farmer Gail Daniels raises a grass-fed British Friesian herd using a sustainable, spring-calving system. Gail’s commitment to ethical farming has earned the farm multiple national awards, including Grassland Farmer of the Year in the Sustainable Farming Category and Farming for Nature Ambassador 2024. In 2024, the farm was recognised nationally and awarded the Best Artisan Non-Cheese Product 2024 and IFAC Best Dairy Product Innovation 2024 at the National Dairy Awards. Gail’s handmade soap journey started with a personal mission to create a gentle, chemical-free skincare solution for her daughter’s eczema turning to the nutrient-rich dairy milk on her farm when conventional products failed. The range includes the Gardener, Calendula, Nettle, Black and White and the Mechanics Scrub soaps all made without the use of Palm oil, parabens, chemicals or synthetic colours.

Find Bó Bar Soap at Stand L50 in the Local Enterprise Office Showcase.

Blueberry Soul

Founder of Blueberry Soul, Rachel Fennelly, is a creative with over 13 years’ experience running her award-winning business Rara Photography. Having worked with national and international brands, specialising in high-quality product and lifestyle imagery, Rachel’s love for design, creativity and visual storytelling has into jewellery making. At Blueberry Soul Rachel infuses each piece with a sense of calm and connection - inspired by her work as a certified yoga and meditation teacher and her love of nature. Each piece of jewellery is created using ethically sourced materials and hypoallergenic metals and packed in 100 percent recyclable packaging.

Find Blueberry Soul at Stand L72 in the Local Enterprise Office Showcase.

Gealach Candles

Founded in 2020 by mother and daughter team Chloe and Geraldine Whelan, Gealach Candles are rooted in Irish spirit and infused with the healing energy of crystals. Each Gealach (meaning ‘brightness’ or ‘moon’ in Irish) soy candle is designed blended with high quality essential oils and hand-decorated with botanicals and crystals to promote and enhance emotional and spiritual healing. Their range also includes wax melts, diffusers and wax burners.

Find Gealach Candles at Stand L89 in the Local Enterprise Office Showcase.