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Why Choose Wool?
Why choose wool? There are so many reasons. It’s warm, natural, soft, breathable, durable and biodegradable. There is no better feeling on a cold day or night than to be protected from the elements by this natural fibre. The softest wools are used in most of our Knitwear which gives it a luxurious look and…
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GALWAY 2020 – European Capital Of Culture
Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture… This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase the best cultural programme that Galway has to offer and to show the worlds greatest knitwear! Throughout this Galway 2020 programme the themes of language, landscape and migration come to life. Structured around the old celtic calendar Imbolc, Bealtaine, Lughnasa…
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St. Patrick’s Day – Ireland
On the 17th of March each year, Ireland hosts a cultural and religious festival celebrating the patron saint of Ireland – St. Patrick and the arrival of Christianity to Ireland. There’s nothing quite like celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, there is green everywhere! The surprising history of how the colour became all things Irish…
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The Claddagh Emblem
The well known and traditional Irish Claddagh ring originated from the fishing village of Claddagh which is now part of Galway City (Ireland). The Claddagh’s distinctive design features two hands clasping a heart and usually surrounded by a crown. These elements symbolise love (the heart), loyalty (the crown) and friendship (the hands). For hundreds of years, the Claddagh…
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Natural Sheepskin Rugs
Owning one of these luxuriously textured natural pile sheepskin rugs adds so much luxury into your home. The tactile experience is out of this world, just imagine the relaxing sensation of sitting or lying on one. Its a luxury statement piece that every room should have, from the feeling of stepping onto one in the…
Read MoreMerino Wool
Here at Aran Islands Knitwear we have a very large selection of knitwear. Many of our sweaters are knit using Merino wool which brings comfort and softness to our classic and traditional Aran sweaters. The merino wool acts as a natural thermostat because of its active fibre keeping you cool in Summer months and warm…
Read MoreSweater Weather
There is a crisp bite in the air which means – it is officially sweater weather- Hooray! What’s your Winter go-to outfit? Jeans and cosy knitwear is ours. Here in Ireland, we are so lucky to have such choice when it comes to knitwear…there is such a wide variety of styles, sizes and colours. Thanks…
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The Iconic Aran Sweater
The iconic Irish sweater is officially ‘in vogue’ with a new exhibition at New Yorks world famous Museum of Modern Art. It will feature alongside Levi’s 501 the Birkin bag and the Wonderbra to name just a few. Aran sweaters are a powerful expression of the creativity of our crafts people here in Ireland and…
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Irish Aran Sweater
Our hand crafted Aran sweaters are magnificent works of art, just as Pablo Picasso painted, our sweaters are knit with devotion, passion and excellence. Our Aran sweaters stand the test of time, when treated and cared for with devotion. We all have a sweater we love, our comforter, security blanket and that happy feel. Make…
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