Get to know our wool

From our wool sourcing to the finished garment, every decision we make at IrelandsEye is carefully considered. When it comes to our raw materials, quality and sustainability go hand in hand, and nowhere is this more important than in our choice of yarns.

100% Natural, Ethically Sourced Yarns

We work exclusively with certified wools, ensuring that the sheep are carefully cared for and that the yarns we use are 100% natural. This matters deeply to us, as wool is a natural, biodegradable, renewable, and regenerative fibre, one that has been part of Ireland’s textile story for generations.

Soft, Durable and Long-Lasting Yarns

Wool is a remarkable natural fibre grown by sheep and shaped by nature itself. Our 100% Merino wool, is breathable and temperature-regulating, helping to keep you warm in cooler weather while remaining comfortable against the skin. Naturally resilient and odour-resistant, wool fibres can bend thousands of times without breaking, making them both durable and beautifully long-lasting.

Trusted Global Certifications

Our spinners and dyers are certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, the Responsible Wool Standard, and The Good Cashmere Standard. These internationally recognised standards ensure that our yarns are free from harmful and prohibited chemicals, while also upholding the highest levels of animal welfare, environmental care, and responsible production.

Carefully Selected, Beautifully Dyed

We dedicate considerable time and research to selecting yarns that meet the needs of our customers — strong and durable, yet soft and comfortable to wear, and produced with respect for the environment. Every shade is designed in-house and dyed exclusively for IrelandsEye, giving each piece its distinctive colour and character.

Recycled, Refined, and Reimagined

Our new lightweight recycled wool and cashmere blend brings together textile innovation and responsible design. Created from post-consumer wool and cashmere garments, the fibres are carefully recovered and reprocessed before being blended with a small amount of virgin fibre for added strength. The result is a beautifully soft, durable yarn with a renewed purpose, giving existing materials a second life while reducing waste.

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Our Certifications

  • OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100

    A label for textiles tested for harmful substances. It sets the benchmark for textile safety, from yarn to finished product. Every item bearing the STANDARD 100 label is certified as having passed safety tests for the presence of harmful substances. IrelandsEye Knitwear is Oeko-Tex certified.

  • THE RESPONSIBLE WOOL STANDARD (RWS)

    The RWS describes and independently certifies animal welfare and land management practices in wool production and tracks the certified material from farm to final product. IrelandsEye Knitwear is RWS certified.

  • GLOBAL RECYCLED STANDARD (GRS) 

    A full product standard to verify and track recycled raw materials through the supply chain. It also includes processing criteria to prevent the use of potentially hazardous chemicals, and verifies positive social or environmental production at the facilities. IrelandsEye Knitwear is GRS certified.

Wool-Sourcing FAQs

What type of wool does IrelandsEye use?

IrelandsEye works exclusively with certified wools and 100% natural yarns. Each yarn is carefully selected for its quality, softness, durability and environmental credentials.

Are IrelandsEye yarns ethically sourced?

Yes. IrelandsEye works with certified wool suppliers and yarn partners that follow recognised standards for animal welfare, environmental care and responsible production.

Why is wool considered a sustainable fibre?

Wool is a natural, biodegradable, renewable and regenerative fibre. It is grown by sheep and can provide long-lasting performance when garments are properly cared for.

What does OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 mean?

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 helps confirm that textiles have been tested for harmful and prohibited chemicals, supporting safer and more responsible yarn production.

What are the benefits of recycled wool and cashmere?

Recycled wool and cashmere give existing fibres a second life, helping to reduce textile waste while creating a soft, durable and lightweight yarn.

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