Irish Homeware Must-Haves

Your home is your sanctuary. Your place to retreat and relax after a long day at work. Your shelter during long Irish winters and where you spend precious time with the ones you love.

Decorating is how we make a place our own and turn a house into a home. Creating spaces that fit our lifestyles and needs. Adding finishing touches that bring us joy and comfort. Here at the Aran Sweater Market we have put together our top Irish homeware must-haves for your home.

1.   Irish Sheepskin Rugs

Natural sheepskin rugs have adorned the hearths of many homes for generations. But did you know they are also thought to have helpful health benefits? Irish sheepskin rugs are believed to have natural orthopedic qualities. The strong woolen fibers of a sheepskin rug form a spring-like cushioned support. Meaning when you walk or lie on a sheepskin rug, it helps to relieve pressure points on the body. Perfect for dealing with any aches and pain and helping you to relax. 

Irish sheepskin rugs are also incredibly versatile. They are a popular choice for baby bedding, floor rugs, and making sofas and armchairs extra snuggly. Thanks to the organic shape and material, sheepskin rugs suit both modern and traditional home decor.  Our range comes in a range of color choices. For a neutral living room, choose a deep pile sheepskin rug in brown or white. To add color and fun to a teenager’s bedroom, look no further than our bright pink or blue rugs.

2.   Aran Throws

The finishing touches are what bring a room together. There is no other finishing touch that ties together a look like an Aran throw. You can accessorize any room with a beautiful Aran throw. 

With so many styles and colors to choose from, you will be spoiled for choice. An Aran throw can add a splash of color and rich texture to a bedroom or living room. With a two-tone Aran pleated throw instantly adds a touch of sumptuous luxury. Made from 100% Merino Wool, these throws are soft against the skin. Perfect for all your family members, big and small.

Lambswool and Mohair are also firm favorites for the whole home. Long-lasting and versatile. These natural throws make great gifts for new babies and new homeowners alike. 

 

3.   Aran Knit Tea Cosies

In Ireland, we have a reputation for being big tea drinkers and being a lot of fun. In fact, there’s a bit of a national divide between Barry’s Tea drinkers and Lyon’s Tea drinkers. Given our penchant for a hot brew, it’s no surprise that the humble tea cozy has made a comeback. Keeping our tea hot is serious business!

Add a spot of fun and humor to your elevenses with a cute Aran Knit Tea Cosy. These also make fun presents for friends overseas who might be missing Ireland. Available in sunflower yellow or natural white, our Tea Cosy with Buttons is a firm favorite. Just for fun, our classic Aran Cable Knit Tea Cosy comes with a pom-pom on top. Sure to raise a smile at tea time!

4.   Baby Blankets

Every baby loves to be cuddled up in something warm and cozy. That’s why our Lambswool Baby Throw is such a good choice. This multi-colored polka dot blanket is 100% lambswool and soft for baby skin. 

For an authentic Irish gift for a new born baby, you will love the Merino Sheep and Shamrock baby throw. Combining classic Aran stitches with fun motifs, this blanket is sure to become a keepsake in years ahead. It’s also very easy to look after, a must-have for any new parent.

When it comes to decorating the baby’s nursery, you might like to color coordinate your accessorize. Available in pink, yellow, or light blue herringbone, the wool-cashmere baby throw is a blend of the softest merino and cashmere wools.  Add a pop of bolder color with a pink and blue plaid or blue block check baby blanket in cashmere. Our wool-cashmere baby throws come in a stylish presentation box.

5.   Clan Aran Homeware

Display your Irish heritage proudly with one of our Clan Aran homeware must-haves. Whatever your Irish heritage, there is an Aran pattern for your clan.  Letting you add finishing touches to your home that connect you to your ancestors.

Clan Aran bed runners are available in your family’s unique Aran stitch. Alternatively, you might like something you can hang on the wall for all to see and admire.  Clan Aran & History Displays are each created following the historic family pattern of your clan. Each display includes a color replica of your clan’s crest and information about the origins of the name.

Combine a Clan Aran history display and a traditional Clan Aran throw for a unique wedding present. With more than 500 clan patterns registered on Inis Mor, in the Aran Islands of Ireland, you’re bound to find your family connection.

6.                 Travel Blanket

Take a piece of home with you when you travel. Whether you are headed on a road trip or flying for business, stay cozy with a 100% wool-woven throw. 

The Michael Collins Throw (Historic Reproduced Travel Blanket) combines history and comfort. Did you know that 100 years ago, Foxford Woollen Mills was asked to create a travel blanket for Michael Collins? This blanket was kept by Michael Collins while he traveled in his car. 

In conjunction with the Michael Collins House, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, this blanket has now been reproduced. Made from 100% wool in olive, gold, and white Melange yarn. You can keep a piece of Irish history with you. 

7. Cushions

Everyone’s favorite homeware accessory – there’s a cushion for nearly every room of the home. Soften up the living room sofa with some Aran Knot cushion covers. Add interest to your bedding with herringbone lambswool cushions. Want to kit out your cozy reading snug or favorite spot to laze in the sun? Donegal Tweed Undulating Twill cushion covers can be styled in countless ways. Lending itself to endless interior design ideas.

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