Is it difficult to knit an Aran sweater?
The stitches that create the Aran knitting patterns are often fairly complex and the completed items are time-consuming to create. You use one solid colour of yarn and essentially make patterns and cables by using a variety of stitches and needle techniques.
Are Irish clan sweaters real?
Whatever the marketing message, Irish wool sweaters are beautiful and distinctive. The idea that Aran sweaters (also known as Irish wool sweaters) contain special stitches to identify the wearer’s family or clan is pure fiction.
How long does it take to knit an Aran sweater?
between 3 to 6 weeks
The intricate cables, bobbles and stitch patterns make these garments popular for a number of reasons. They are challenging to knit, lend aesthetic appeal to the apparel, and add warmth and thickness. Back then, handknitting an aran sweater took between 3 to 6 weeks to complete.
Are Aran sweaters itchy?
We are delighted to confidently state that our 100% Merino Wool Aran Sweaters are NOT itchy! Typically Aran Sweaters are assumed to be itchy by most due to their rugged appearance and the fact that they are made from wool.
How do I find my Irish clan tartan?
To find your clan or family tartan, simply enter your surname or clan into our Family Finder. You’ll be provided with a list of potential names to choose from. By clicking on a name, you’ll be brought to a dedicated page where you’ll be able to explore a range of tartans and products specific to that clan or family.
Why is it called a fisherman sweater?
Back in the 1950s on the Aran Islands, many of the men were fishermen by trade and, out of necessity to combat the cold and tough conditions of the sea, the women handmade their husbands aran sweaters to keep them warm, hence the name fisherman sweaters we’re all familiar with today.
What is the difference between DK and Aran yarn?
Aran yarns are also called “medium yarns”. They are thicker than the DK yarns and are often stronger and more rigid. If you need a heavier yarn that looks kind of delicate, you could use Aran.
What is an Irish sweater called?
The Aran jumper
The Aran jumper (Irish: Geansaí Árann) is a style of jumper that takes its name from the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland. A traditional Aran Jumper usually is off-white in colour, with cable patterns on the body and sleeves.
How many balls of wool do you need for Aran cardigan?
10 balls of Utterly Aran Yarn to make the colourful stripes, 4 balls of Utterly Aran Yarn to make the contrasting stripes, darning needle, rainbow blanket knitting pattern and a how to knit manual.
Are Aran sweaters made in China?
Aran Sweaters are traditionally made from pure merino wool in Ireland, and are usually hand knitted.
What is an Irish fisherman sweater?
Irish Fisherman sweaters were handmade by the wives and daughters of the fishermen on Inishmore, Inishmaan and Inisheer which are all part of the Aran islands off the West Coast of Ireland.
Are your fisherman sweaters hand knit?
Nowadays some of our fisherman sweaters are not handmade but we do have a beautiful selection of hand-knit Irish fisherman sweaters. These hand-knit fisherman sweaters are beautifully crafted from pure new wool by hand knitters in County Donegal.
Are your fisherman or Aran sweaters Itchy?
None of our fisherman sweaters or Aran sweaters are itchy as they are made with merino wool which is soft. As the fibres of wool are quite fine and smaller in size than other wool. As the wool is quite flexible this allows wool to move better and fit the body which stops any itchiness.
Can I Knit a clan Aran sweater for my family?
Now you can enjoy the deep satisfaction of knitting your very own Clan Sweater for all the family with our ClanAran knitting patterns. Each knitting pattern comes in a word document complete with the meaning of the Aran stitches, stitch glossary and instructions.