On this weeks episode we have Tiffany Budd Goldsmith who is a Goldsmith living and working in rural Sligo, not too far from Ballintogher village.
She makes high-end one-off jewellery for commission and exhibition.

We talked all about moving to Sligo and her work as a goldsmith, how her son is following in the footsteps of his Dad to become a blacksmith. Her favourite places to visit and eat in Sligo plus much more 

Are you a Sligo Native? If no what is the story of how you moved here?: I live here with my husband Michael and our 2 grown-up children Molly and George. We moved over in 2000 from the South of England to live a slower pace of life and to be with my family who'd previously moved to the North West.

What do you love about living in Sligo?: I love the landscape, space, quietness. I love that there are so many creative people living in the region.

If you could wave a magic wand, what would you fix or bring to Sligo ie. facilities, shops, restaurants, culture/arts?: Public toilets, lol (joking not joking) I think we have a very special thing here and I would be very mindful of how we develop Sligo. So I'd say, use what we already have.
I would love to see an organic farmers co-op type scheme. Something like the farmers market but more so.
We have a lot of empty shop spaces, so it would be great to see some type of co.co. rates free initiative or scheme to give startups a chance.
Also, Sligo is really in need of a good public art space that is committed primarily to showcase our living artist here in Sligo and the region.

What keeps you awake at night?: Cats fighting outside my window (last night). I do worry about what type of world we will leave for our children and where it's all headed.

What are you looking forward to in the future in your personal and professional life?: Lockdown has really helped solidify this in my mind. Being around family and friends, watching the garden grow and eating good food. Professionally, I'm just excited about making great jewellery. My business is growing all the time and I can't wait to see where that takes me.

What is a question you would really like me to ask?: Wow that's a good question :)
Surprise me, I think.

What are your must-do Sligo recommendations? Restaurants/Walks etc.: A visit to Michael Quirk. Has to be done, if you want to feel Sligo, it's passed and it's myths and watch an amazing craftsman at work while you listen, Michael's your man.
Also while on craft (and Michaels) My very talented Blacksmith husband Michael Budd. Not just cause I think he's lovely but it really is fascinating to watch iron being forged into living objects and art.
There are so many talented craft people in this county, it's a long list.
Walks: all of them, we are blessed, I'll pick one beach, Streedagh and one forest walk, Slish wood, one Megalithic, Carrowkeel tombs Castlebaldwin.
For the best brekkie in Sligo it has to be Lyons cafe but I'm loathed to stop at one cause Knox breakfast is also amazing. Obviously it doesn't have to stop at breakfast.

How can people find you online? Would you like to make a special offer available for listeners?: www.tiffanybudd.com
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