Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren

Name: Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren
Brand: Viator
Price: 76.35 USD
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5.0(17)2 hoursBook 1 day aheadGalway, Ireland

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The idyllic setting on a traditional Irish family farm makes this experience one of a lifetime. I am a professional aran knitter giving a modern take on traditional Irish cable patterns and shapes. Located in the world famous Burren lowlands I can show you how to weave together craft, landscape and colour to create modern heirlooms using the best natural fibres unique to Ireland.

Whether you are a beginner or more experienced this will be a unique fun learning experience with some delicious homemade food as an added extra.

Smoked salmon on my own homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake , tea, coffee herbal teas

What you'll do

I am a 4th generation farmer here at Faerie Fort farm so I will start by giving
a brief history of the heritage of the area. The garden studio is located next to a 1000 year old fairy fort behind our thatched cottage. I will explain the origins of Aran knitting, the various types of wool available and the meanings of a variety of stitch patterns. I will show examples of various cable and stitch patterns and discuss how you can design your own sweater. We can then knit a prepared cable pattern. Smoked salmon on homemade brown bread, traditional Irish porter cake, tea, coffee and herbal teas will be served at your convenience.