How a Working Class Sweater Became Desired by the Rich

Today I'll tell you the story of how a working class sweater became desired by the rich, uniting both of them in their love for it's beauty, comfort, varisatility, and craftsmanship: it's name is the Aran sweater, one of the best and most iconic pieces of clothing that hail from the fishermen of the humble Aran islands of Ireland only to be worn by fishermen to celebrities and royalty such as Grace Kelly, Elvis, Picasso, Steve McQueen and more! I also bust some myths about the Aran Sweater on top of myth busting the myth-busters to get to the real story of this heavily desired working class sweater.

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[roaring_angels]

I have to hunt for you to find you on YouTube. I have notifications on and still never see the videos!

[bobwaddell]

As a matter of clarification the Gansey sweater is distinctly different style of sweater than an Aran sweater. The Aran cabled sweater originated in the Aran Islands of Ireland while the Gansey originated in Guernsey in the Channel Islands off the coast of Normandy.

[KatrinaGressett]

I have a sweater from the Aran Sweater Market, it is fantastic. I'm also a knitter and I'm knitting an Aran sweater now out of wool. The amount I spent on yarn was more than I paid for the sweater.

[_antoniodmj]

These videos deserve much more views! The execution is top tier!

[bluekitty]

I was making my dad a cable knit sweater when the cat decided to have her kittens in my knitting basket! So even animals know how useful a cable knit sweater is!

[bonniekweenie]

When watching your videos I can feel how much you pour your heart into them, and give your passion and effort working on them. It’s admirable.

[sneakers_guy]

Idk how the channel growth is going but it feels like even when you aren't posting videos you'll still gain subs because your videos have staying power man. Watching other men's style/improvement channels feels like you are watching a product to solely convey information, which is cool. But, with your videos it's like watching art, there's something to appreciate while watching it.

[patmillett]

I have made several of these. To be authentic, it must be knit from pure wool. Depending on the weight of the yarn and the needle size, the gauge can be tight or loose (not called "the weave".) Because it is made of pure wool, it is likely to shrink somewhat when laundered. It makes the gauge tighter, thus more wind resistant. Wool is naturally water repellent, and even when it is wet, The properties of wool will continue to keep the body warmer than most other textiles. In addition to the facts, I agree with your opinion that they look attractive and possibly sexy. :)

[mmc]

I've been obsessed with these sweaters too.

[Miyavisgirl]

I'm knitting my own Aran sweater right now. :)

Update: I finished my first sweater! Turned out great, but was way too big. So, I made a second one, and worked the pattern again with the standard stitch count given, and it fits like a glove! Working on a third now, in a beautiful charcoal yarn. :)

[darenius]

your channel is a hidden gem! I am so glad I found you! every single video is a masterpiece! Shout out from American-Armenian!

[andreleverettejr]

I have yet to get an Aran Sweater but that's because I bought a fair isle sweater and ended up buying 4 and never got around to the Aran and being in Texas it's a prayer needed to wear any of my cold weather gear

[terrabelle]

Tardy to the party but I'm blown away by the cinematography in this video. Very pretty and fun to watch.

[AmberSoleil]

Avid knitter here! So glad I found this video! Not only is it well done but you absolutely nailed the history. I appreciate your appreciation of these beautiful sweaters! Keep on bein that guy! ❤

[djenaba]

This is a top tier quality video! How this does not have more views I don't understand

[rickjones]

I live on one of Guernsey's neighbouring channel islands (Jersey, the 'big' one) and I don't like wearing jackets much, so I always figured that there could be nothing more appropriate for being out in the local weather than something that gave the place 20-odd miles away it's name. I wear a Guernsey every time I walk my dog or work outdoors between late October and early April. I've worked on the local fishing boats and offshore wind farm and marine surveying from here to the North Sea.

I have some stunning Norwegian sweaters from Ulvang and Devold, a heap of different wool-knit Barbours and an Aran, then Guernseys from Channel Jumper (made in Alderney –– another nearby island –– and Le Tricoutier in Guernsey) but the Guernseys made by 'Guernsey Woolens' have something going on that no other sweater does. Guernsey Woolens version are like three tubes –– totally seamless up the sides and sleeves –– the only seam is the shoulders and where the sleeves are joined (with a diamond insert that allows really easy movement) which is just like the genuine, hand-made traditional examples from 100 years ago being displayed in the maritime museums here on the islands. My Channel Jumper, for example is amazingly well-made and much fancier with contrasting knit stripes, but still has seams etc.

The difference is noticeable, in that the seamless ones drape in a way that's warmer, they don't allow wind through the way your Aran does (some gets through, but the knit is much tighter and the seamless nature seems to have it slip 'around' rather than blowing through the seams) and it'll withstand a shower or at a push keep you warm even when pretty seriously wet. They 'breathe' really well and you don't get sweaty. Then, they are reversible –– same back-to-front –– so every time you put it on you can rotate it to even out the wear on the neck, cuffs and elbows. Buy-it-for-life, too, as they're completely repairable.

There really isn't anything like the proper ones!

[thoughtdujour]

Great delivery. Chock full of information and provided in a very disgestible manner. Thank you.

[rowdymatt]

Great writing, cinematography, and flow with excellent line delivery. You are that guy pal!

[AJ-jfui]

I'm in love with cable knot sweaters.

[michaelciv]

Your videos are incredible and such a breath of fresh air in the men's fashion YouTube world. Kudos to you!