Irish Fisherman Sweaters
Irish Fisherman Sweaters
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US $129.99
Irish sweaters are also known as Aran sweaters and fisherman's sweaters. Easily recognized by the variety of knitted stitches, patterns, and comfortable styles, these Irish wool sweaters are known for their warmth. Prominent cables on the front accompany designs and symbols. Success can be wished with a diamond. The basket stitch wishes a good day's fishing. It is told that certain patterns represent the wearer's clan, with the pattern learned by young girls from their mothers and grandmothers.
The Aran Islands are located off the west coast of Ireland, with fishing and farming are the two basic industries. The cold Atlantic wind and temperatures inspired the warm pullover Irish sweater. Once created from natural cream-colored wool, the unwashed yarn retained lanolin from the sheep, giving water-repellant features. Until perhaps 1970, Aran women spun their own yarn to create the cable patterns which added bulk, insulation, and warmth to knitwear.
It is estimated that the typical Irish sweater has close to 100,000 stitches. Patterns are listed as moderately challenging.
Whether referred to as a jumper, or sweater, Irish sweaters have quite a bit of folklore attached. It may never be settled if the patterns in the sweater actually have been created for thousands of years, or the patterns were just adapted during the last century or two. The most common belief is that the Irish sweater is an adaptation of the Gansey, or Guernsey, sweater, which has been created around the British Isles for centuries.
Irish wool sweaters are incorporated in the myth of being a fishing sweater. That idea is renounced because of the difficult motion the stiff, unyielding wool sweater presents. The clan design, as well, is more than likely a selling feature rather than fact. Irish knit sweaters, however, have unique regional designs.
When export trade started with the Aran Islands during the 1950s, the islanders were taught international sizing. Quickly, knitting Irish sweaters became a vital economic export. By the 1960s, all three islands and more knitters from Ireland found it difficult to keep up with the orders. Today, most products are a result of machine knitting, which uses a finer yarn.
Hand-looming gives more intricate designs. Hand-knit <a target="_new" href="http://www.bushmillscrafts.com/">Irish Sweaters</a> have tighter stitches, with well-set and recognizable designs. They also have longer lasting power. Purchasing an heirloom means a higher price.
A Fair Isle sweater uses colored wool yarns to create designs. The method is common throughout the British Isles, and uses the basic knit stitch. The unused pieces of yarn are carried across the back of the project until needed again.
Color added to the appeal of Irish sweaters and other knitwear. Women and teens discovered the comfort and style, and embraced Irish culture and heritage. The beautiful designs of Irish jewelry began to appear in pendants and rings around the world. A claddagh, the Irish symbol of love and loyalty, is often seen on rings and pendants. Shamrocks adorn rings and pins, as well as necklaces.
Some of the best gifts in the world come in the form of Irish sweaters and Irish jewelry. The Mystic Isle claims legends built of hardship, cold and untamed seas, and the strength of a people destined to survive by using the tools at hand: skill, imagination, precious stones and metals, and some of the best wool in the world.
Bushmills Crafts provides a fantastic range of traditional Irish products, based over in Ireland. For a complete range of their products and Irish Fashion, including Irish Sweaters, please click here: Irish Sweaters
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Personalized Irish Fisherman's Throw $64.99 Cozy and sumptuously patterned with an artful mix of the classic Aran stitches found in traditional fisherman's sweaters. This soft throw is personalized with the family name embroidered in satiny taupe-colored thread. 100% all-natural cotton. USA. 48 x 68. Ships separately; allow 3-4 weeks. |
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Children's Aran Sweaters From Ireland - Cardigan $64.99 Crafted of extra-soft 100% merino wool, these child-size versions of the Irish classic are cozy and warm. Knit in traditional Aran stitches. From Carraig Donn of Ireland. Sizes S (18-24 mos), M (2-3 yrs), L (4-5 yrs), XL (7-8 yrs), 2XL (10-11 yrs). |
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Children's Aran Sweaters From Ireland - Crew $62.99 Crafted of extra-soft 100% merino wool, these child-size versions of the Irish classic are cozy and warm. Knit in traditional Aran stitches. From Carraig Donn of Ireland. Sizes S (18-24 mos), M (2-3 yrs), L (4-5 yrs), XL (7-8 yrs), 2XL (10-11 yrs). |
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Sensational Holiday Flair $109.99 Designed by Berek Sweaters of New York this flattering sweater celebrates the holidays with Irish style. Exquisite applique, sparkling crystals and hand applied beadwork. 55% ramie 45% cotton. |
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fisherman $10 fisherman |
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Hand Knit Merino Wool Zip Front Aran Cardigan $179.99 Authentic and unique Aran stitches in this luxruiously soft sweater. Aran sweaters are renowned for their longevity and this one is ideal for men and women. Ireland. |
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Shamrock Knit Cotton Cardigan $64.99 For almost 100 years this USA company has been knitting sweaters. One of their most popular styles is this 100% natuaral cotton cardigan. They made it for us with an all over shamrock design for pure comfort. |
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Irish Blessing $7.99 Irish Blessing |
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Fisherman $2.99 Fisherman Vinyl Sticker Fisherman, fishing is a THE colorado sport. |
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The Fisherman $14.99 Lopez The Fisherman - Art Print |
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Irish Socks $9.99 Truly a cheerful treat for Irish feet?.socks with shamrocks, an Irish flag and the word Irish! Cotton and spandex. |
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Irish Blessing 4 Plate $11.99 Irish Blessing 4 Plate |
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Irish Blessing 8 Plate $22.99 Irish Blessing 8 Plate |
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Irish Dancer Bead $53 Irish Dancer Bead |
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Born Usa 100% Irish $59 Born Usa 100% Irish |
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Irish Cup Of Tea Bead $70 Irish Cup Of Tea Bead |
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Irish Mom Bead $31 Irish Mom Bead |
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Irish Soup Recipes Magnet $9.99 Irish Soup Recipes Magnet |
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Irish Cottage Bead $55 Irish Cottage Bead |
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Irish Stout Recipes Magnet $9.99 Irish Stout Recipes Magnet |
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Honey With Irish Cream Liqueur $7.99 Honey With Irish Cream Liqueur |
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Irish Tux Shirt $21.99 Irish Tux Shirt |
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