Báinín, Irish for undyed white yarn or little white one (pronounced Bawneen) celebrates bio-fiber wool from the only native, pure bred Irish sheep The Galway, processed and spun for Rhyme Studio by one of Ireland’s most important woolen mills Donegal Yarns. Made from the original Aran Sweater yarn, the collection proudly advocates for the natural, untreated creamy white qualities of a material with genuine provenance. With authenticity and responsible craftsmanship as cornerstones of the Rhyme Studio brand, designs such as Crooked Roads, Real Irish Wool and Spiralis echo elements of this iconic symbol of Irish style, the Aran Sweater, hailing from a part of the world steeped in over 4000 years of history. Originally a sculptured knitted jumper for Aran Island fisherman made famous by John F. Kennedy’s family, the hand crafted tradition was itself inspired by the rich history of 7th Century Irish Insular Art, a theme of Rhyme Studio’s limited edition design collection. Traditionally knitting was a vital cottage craft in Ireland but became an endeavor of unique artistic expression on the Aran Islands.

“As resilient, undyed Galway Wool was the original choice of yarn for the Aran Sweater, naturally we want to celebrate this bio-fiber in its most sustainable form while calling attention to the sad truth that almost all woolen knitwear sold today in Ireland is not made from native Irish wool”