Irish Aran by Vawn Corrigan

Irish Aran by Vawn Corrigan

Irish Aran knitting is a living tradition with a worldwide reach. Arans communicate warmth, comfort and a sense of home, which people the world over continue to respond to, even though the connection to our rocky outcroppings in the Atlantic Ocean may be long forgotten.  Aran grew up in the harsh environment of the Aran Islands where everyday wear consisted of home-spun fabrics and knits. Today Aran survives as part of a rich craft heritage and as high and slow fashion on the catwalks of the world.  Vawn Corrigan explores the history, mythology and growth of this iconic design in this beautiful and informative hardback book.

an easy read and well-illustrated

* Irish Arts Review *

Subtitled History, Tradition, Fashion, Irish Aran is the first in a new series of pocketbooks published by O’Brien Press that celebrate the country’s rich and robust heritageLike the world-renowned sweater itself, the hardcover work is solid, steady, sturdy, and ready for everyday use. Woven with tidbits and trivia, dates and places, old and new photographs, and a sweeping overview of the tradition and cultural significance of the famed pullover, the narrative offers a fascinating insight into the history of both a people and a place. As such, and like the plush cluster of islands off Eire’s western coastline, the book is timeless in its exploration of a customary craft. As is said in those parts, the Irish don’t just write poetry, they knit it.

* Celtic Life International Magazine *

worth picking up … a fascinating read

-- RTE Guide

fabulous book

-- Daithi * RTE TV's Today Show *

a gorgeous book and a must for anyone interested in Irish fashion

-- Dubray Books

A unique gift idea

* Connaught Telegraph *

Dublin-based writer Vawn Corrigan is a graduate of  Trinity College Dublin. Vawn's writing on Irish craft has been published in the Irish Arts Review, Irish Antiques Journal, Ireland of the Welcomes and the international textiles magazine Selvedge. She is also a contributor to RTÉ  radio's Sunday Miscellany. Vawn enjoys collaborations which document the social history of living craft traditions.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781788490207
ISBN 10	1788490207
Title	Irish Aran
Author	Vawn Corrigan
Series	O'brien Irish Heritage
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	O'Brien Press Ltd
Year published	2019-03-11
Number of pages	168
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.