Brennan Knives

Brennan Knives Award winning bladesmith, A member of the American Bladesmith Society,The Knifemakers Guild.and Desi

Come visit the Studio and say hello toTammi, we are right opposite the Castle in Kilkenny in the CastleYard next door to...
26/08/2026

Come visit the Studio and say hello toTammi, we are right opposite the Castle in Kilkenny in the CastleYard next door to the National Design and Craft Gallery. Tammi is a huge part of Patrick Joseph, and in many ways she is the heart of the shop.

While so much of what we do begins at the bench and forge with steel, precious metal, wood and countless hours of making, it is Tammi who brings another equally important side of Patrick Joseph to life, the welcome, the conversation, the care, and the relationship with the people who walk through our door.

She has an incredible way with customers. She makes people feel comfortable, gives them time, listens to what they are looking for, and understands that when someone chooses a handmade knife or a piece of jewellery, they are often choosing something that will stay with them and their families for generations.

That human connection is a big part of the Patrick Joseph ethos.

We believe craftsmanship should feel personal. It should have integrity. It should carry the hand of the maker, but also the story of the person who chooses it. Tammi understands that instinctively, and she brings warmth and personality to the shop every single day.

The shop in Castle Yard is not just where we sell our work. It is where people come to discover it, talk about it, handle it, ask questions, and understand why handmade still matters so much.

And Tammi is at the centre of that experience.

A huge thank you to for these fantastic photographs. She has captured Tammi, the shop, and the spirit of Patrick Joseph beautifully.

Book before the Christmas rush
25/08/2026

Book before the Christmas rush

Blue Topaz, set by hand.A refined bracelet of sculpted silver links, individually finished and set with luminous blue to...
13/08/2026

Blue Topaz, set by hand.
A refined bracelet of sculpted silver links, individually finished and set with luminous blue topaz.
The cool intensity of the stones contrasts beautifully with the polished and textured silver, creating a piece that feels elegant, distinctive and effortless to wear.
Designed and handcrafted in Kilkenny, Ireland.
Patrick Joseph
HandmadeInIreland Kilkenny BespokeJewellery IrishDesign

🔥 This is what Paul created in just five days.Starting with raw steel, Paul forged, welded and built his own 400-layer D...
31/07/2026

🔥 This is what Paul created in just five days.

Starting with raw steel, Paul forged, welded and built his own 400-layer Damascus knife during our five-day knife-making experience.

Across the week, he learned the complete process: preparing and forge-welding the billet, building the layer count, shaping and grinding the blade, heat treating, revealing the Damascus pattern and hand-finishing the handle.
The result is a fully functional, one-of-a-kind knife—made by Paul’s own hands and built to last for generations.

This is more than a course. It is five unforgettable days of fire, steel, craftsmanship and real hands-on learning in my private forge in Kilkenny.

Discover the five-day experience here:

https://patrickjoseph.ie/knife-making-course

A birthday gift made to mean something.The Ériu folding knife, finished with deep black handles, polished bolsters and a...
28/07/2026

A birthday gift made to mean something.
The Ériu folding knife, finished with deep black handles, polished bolsters and a personal engraving to mark a special occasion.
Elegant, practical and made to be carried for years — the kind of gift that becomes part of someone’s story.

Happy Birthday, Jamie.

20/07/2026

My little pal and his partner have moved into the workshop. He loves singing or shouting at me i don't know what his giving out about. They have a nest and just wait for their new babies to hatch. Nature is really beautiful.

Available get it before it goes instore. This one is not going to be around long.
11/07/2026

Available get it before it goes instore. This one is not going to be around long.

Ériu.Are new linerlock is now available in limited edition each on is numbered.Some things don't need to shout.They simp...
26/06/2026

Ériu.

Are new linerlock is now available in limited edition each on is numbered.

Some things don't need to shout.

They simply speak through proportion, balance, and detail.

Ériu is our first liner lock, a knife chosen, refined, assembled, and finished to the standards that define Patrick Joseph.

Every surface, every fit, and every final detail reflects our belief that true luxury lies in craftsmanship, not excess.

Designed to be carried. Built to be appreciated.

Patrick Joseph – Ériu

There’s something special about making a knife with your own hands.Over two days in the Patrick Joseph workshop, student...
24/06/2026

There’s something special about making a knife with your own hands.

Over two days in the Patrick Joseph workshop, students are guided through every stage of the knifemaking process – from profiling and grinding through to handle shaping, finishing and sharpening.

No previous experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and leave with a knife you'll be proud to use for years to come.

Watching skills develop, confidence grow, and seeing that moment when a student holds their finished knife never gets old.

Interested in joining a future class?

Visit www.patrickjoseph.ie for upcoming dates and availability.

This Father's Day, give the gift of an experience that lasts a lifetime.Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for ...
18/06/2026

This Father's Day, give the gift of an experience that lasts a lifetime.
Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for Dad, planning a father-and-son or father-and-daughter adventure, or simply want to learn a remarkable craft, my 5-Day Knifemaking Experience offers a unique opportunity to create something truly special.
Spend five days in my workshop in Thomastown, County Kilkenny, learning the complete process of custom knifemaking—from raw steel to a finished knife. No previous experience is required, just a willingness to learn.
Under my direct guidance, you'll learn:
• Design & Layout
• Precision Grinding
• Heat Treatment
• Handle Construction
• Hand Finishing
• Sharpening & Performance
Students travel from around the world to take part, and every participant leaves with a custom knife they have made themselves.
This Father's Day, give an experience, not just a gift.
Featured by The New York Times and PBS Television.
RDS Craft Award Winner 2023.
Damasteel Chef Invitational Best in Show Winner 2021.
Scan the QR code or visit patrickjoseph.ie to learn more.
Happy Father's Day to all fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and role models—and to everyone who supports the next generation of makers.
— Patrick Brennan
Patrick Joseph Knives

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The CastleYard , The Parade
Kilkenny
R95X721

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