Hi everyone. Greetings from a very cold and frosty Ireland. It’s definitely Aran Sweater weather! Here at The Irish Store, we’re all about bringing you very best of Irish craft and design. Some time ago, I embarked on a roadtrip to meet some of our very talented makers along Ireland’s famed Wild Atlantic Way. I think it’s high time for a revisit!
My journey began at the most northerly point of Ireland, Malin Head in County Donegal and ended in Kinsale, County Cork. Over three days, I covered over 600 miles, 9 counties, met 5 of our favorite makers and stopped off at some beautiful places along the way. Remember, when you shop with us, you’re supporting our makers and keeping Irish traditions alive. So thank you and enjoy!
A Little Piece of Ireland On the Wild Atlantic Way
1. Malin Head, Donegal
First stop, the awe-inspiring Malin Head in County Donegal before we meet our first maker.
2. Mc Nutt, Downings, Donegal
A short drive now over to the equally beautiful Rosguill Peninsula to meet William at Mc Nutt of Donegal who produce a gorgeous range of blankets, throws and scarves.
Before leaving this beautiful county, there was time to stop off at one of Donegal’s many gorgeous beaches for a quick stroll.
3. Benbulben, Sligo
After an overnight stay in my favorite County Sligo, I just had to show you my favorite Irish mountain before hitting the road to Westport to meet the makers at Aran Woolen Mills
4. Aran Woolen Mills, Westport, Mayo
My next stop took me to Westport in County Mayo to meet Vincent of Aran Woolen Mills, the makers of some of our most popular Aran knitwear pieces at The Irish Store
5. Croagh Patrick, County Mayo
Well I couldn’t leave County Mayo without a stop off at another of Ireland’s magnificent mountains!
6. Connemara Marble Quarry, Lissoughter, Galway
I know we have many fans of Connemara Marble jewelry in The Irish Store community so I was very excited when Stephen invited me to his very own Connemara Marble quarry in Lissoughter in the heart of this stunning part of Ireland.
7. Adare Village, Limerick
Our next maker to meet was in County Kerry so it was a great excuse to stop off on the way for the night in Adare, County Limerick and make a short video of one of Ireland’s prettiest villages.
8. Mucros Weavers, Killarney, Kerry
Time to meet John of Mucros Weavers in the stunning surroundings of Killarney National Park in County Kerry.
After finding out all about the story of Mucros, I managed to squeeze in a quick cycle around the park before heading off to meet our final maker.
9. Wild Goose, Kinsale, Cork
Last but not least, I headed to Kinsale in west Cork to meet Jamie of Wild Goose Studios to discover the story behind their unique designs and age-old craft.
Thanks so much for your company on the virtual road exploring the Wild Atlantic Way. I hope you’ve enjoyed meeting our makers as much as I have.
Shop our collection of Aran sweaters, Irish gifts, Celtic Jewelry and keep Irish craft traditions alive! Thank you so much for your support!
Take care,
Slán go fóill!
Lulu
