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Aran Knitting:

The Aran sweater takes its name from the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland. A traditional Aran Sweater usually is off-white in color similar to a sheep’s wool and is made from 100% wool.

The jumpers are distinguished by their use of complex textured stitch patterns, several of which are combined in the creation of a single garment. One of the most recognisable features of a tradition Aran is its cable patterns on the chest.

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Some stitch patterns have a traditional interpretation, often of religious significance. The honeycomb is a symbol of the hard-working bee, that represent the rewards of a good life. The cable, an integral part of the Aran islander’s daily life, is said to be a wish for safety and good luck when fishing and also in a more literal sense it represent fishing ropes. The diamond is a wish of success, wealth and treasure and also the shape of the fishing net mesh. The basket stitch represents the basket, a hope for a plentiful catch. The moss stitch represent the rich and abundant growth of the mossy soil. Trinity stitches represent ancient and religious beliefs. Blackberry stitches have religious and natural connotations.

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Beatnik Free Sweater Knitting Pattern with Cables

Beatnik Free Sweater Knitting Pattern with Cables. Skill Level: Intermediate A modern version of a cabled fisherman sweater with a nod to the 1960s beatnik in its boat neck and fitted shape. Knit in a super soft recycled and wool-free tweed. The yarn is surprisingly …

Women’s Sweater with Cables Free Knitting Pattern

Women’s Sweater with Cables Free Knitting Pattern. Skill Level: Intermediate Sizes: XS(S)M(L)XL(XXL) The upper part of the sweater is worked from one sleeve to another. The stitches for the hem are picked up from the upper part and the hem is worked top down using …

Pullover in Cable Pattern Free Knitting

Pullover in Cable Pattern Free Knitting. Skill Level: Expert With this beautiful pullover you are totally up to date! The combination from this beautiful collar in rib pattern and the different cable pattern makes this pullover to an absolutely must have piece, which you never …

Girl’s Cabled Dress Free Knitting Pattern

Girl’s Cabled Dress Free Knitting Pattern. Skill Level: Experienced Sizes: 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 Knit a bright and colorful dress that features a classic cable down the front. Contrast ribbings finish off the neckline and cuffs with a splash of fun colors in …