There’s no better way to keep warm in winter than by donning an Aran sweater or an Irish knit cardigan. Aran sweaters, which take their name from the three Aran Islands of Inishmore, Inishmaan and ...

Instead of finding its way into traditional knitwear, a lot of Irish wool ends up being exported to Britain and Europe where it is processed and used in various products, from carpets to upholstery.

Three family-run makers from the Aran Islands, Killarney, and Donegal offer timeless, quality gifts for this holiday season.

Somewhere in Australia or Spain, a flock of merino sheep are grazing in a pasture. Soon, their coats will be shorn and the fibers will be spun into thin, soft merino wool, known for its ability to ...

These cozy knit sweaters never go out of style. When you think of chunky knit sweaters, you’re probably thinking of traditional Irish Aran sweaters. These warm wool sweaters were originally knit for ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Somewhere in Australia or Spain, a flock of merino sheep are grazing in a pasture. Soon, their coats will ...

Getting a new sweater is one of the small joys of autumn. As the leaves start to fall and you start swapping iced coffees for hot lattes, the urge to wrap yourself in something soft and warm becomes ...