The history of the Aran Sweater is inextricably linked to the culture of the Aran Islands, in Ireland. Many patterns have a traditional interpretation often of religious significance.

The honeycomb is a reminder of the hard working bee. The cable, an integral part of the fisherman's daily life, is a wish for safety and good luck when fishing. The diamond is a wish of success, wealth and treasure. The basket stitch represents the fisherman's basket, a hope for catches abundant.

Study the stitches in your Aran garment,
they are an allegory to the way of life:
they are an Irish heritage.