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Discover the fascinating journey of Irish linen, from flax fields to fine cloth, and the generations of Irish skill and craftsmanship behind this treasured tradition.

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Irish Linen – From Flax to Fine Cloth

For thousands of years, Irish hands have transformed the humble flax plant into beautiful, strong and durable linen.

This beautifully illustrated RareGer card follows the traditional journey from flax to linen, including:

🌿 Growing the flax

🌿 Pulling and bundling

🌿 Retting

🌿 Scutching

🌿 Hackling

🌿 Spinning and weaving

The card also explores the importance of the Irish linen industry, particularly in Ulster, where linen mills became an important part of Irish communities and industry.

Discover how Irish linen was used in everyday life, from household cloth and clothing to fine table linen, wedding pieces and beautiful damask.

A celebration of heritage, skill, industry and Irish pride, this card is a wonderful piece of Irish history to treasure and share.

From the fields of Ireland to homes around the world — Irish linen, woven with heritage and heart.

Digital download

Your purchase includes:

• A5 high-resolution PDF

• High-resolution JPG

• Printable at home or professionally

• Digital keepsake for your Irish heritage collection

Price

£3.50