Within the Aran Wool tradition, every stitch tells a story representing different facets of the fisherman’s craft, and some are said to bring luck, good fortune and safety to the wearer.
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Basket Stitch
Also known as the Lattice stitch, the Basket stitch is inspired by the fisherman’s basket, filled to the brim with fish after a successful day at sea.
This beautiful stitch is said to represent a ‘good catch’ and bless the wearer with abundance and a plentiful life.
Cable Stitch
The traditional Cable stitch comes in many cable variations and is said to symbolise fisherman’s ropes.
This stitch is seen as a symbol of safety and good luck for fishermen while at sea.
Diamond Stitch
The Diamond stitch is said to represent the shape of the fishing mesh or ‘net’, used to capture and bring home an abundant catch to the family.
This stitch signifies wealth and success for the wearer, so grab yourself a diamond.
Honeycomb Stitch
The intricate Honeycomb stitch is said to be a lucky stitch, signifying abundance and, in the case of fishermen a good catch.
Irish Moss Stitch
The Moss stitch is said to symbolise abundance and growth. The stitch depicts carrageen moss, a type of seaweed found on the Irish coast.
The seaweed is used a as a fertiliser to support a healthy harvest.
Blackberry Stitch
The Blackberry stitch represents nature. It is also called the Trinity stitch and it holds religious significance.
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