Welcome to Boyne Valley Wools!
We are situated in the heart of the Boyne Valley, Co.Meath, 500metres from the Newgrange visitors centre Bru Na Boinne.
Alison is a 5th generation sheep farmer with a passion for all things handcrafted. At Boyne Valley Wools, experience first hand discussions with a sheep farmer, get up close and personal with a lamb and see how the wool is processed all by hand in the studio .
There are ongoing demonstrations of spinning and weaving. Alisons unique yarn from the jacob sheep is much sought after for its natural colours, and also contains the lanolin oils.
Here at Boyne Valley Wools, we stock only handmade crafts from the local area. Anything to do with sheep and wool you will learn here. We are also offering a unique stay on our farming Airbnb. Stay in our 300 year old farmhouse or our 1 bed apartment in our converted barn. Really experience the wonderful world of wool crafts and see the sheep, lambs, pigs, pygmy goats and Highland cow.
Why not email us or stop by the Craft Studio to find out more
The Stages of Wool Production
All of our wool is hand-processed on site, with all washing and drying conducted outdoors to minimise environmental impact.
Shearing the Sheep (by Sam)
Our shearing process is conducted with utmost care and skill, ensuring the sheep are comfortable and stress-free while producing the highest quality wool.
Carding the Wool
Carding the wool involves meticulously brushing the fibres to remove impurities and align them, creating a smooth and consistent texture ready for spinning.
Spinning the Wool into Yarn
Spinning the wool into yarn transforms the aligned fibres into strong, smooth strands, perfect for crafting our luxurious wool products.
Washing the Yarn
Washing the yarn thoroughly cleanses it of any remaining impurities but retaining the natural oils ensuring a soft 100% waterproof final product.
Drying the Yarn
Drying the yarn carefully preserves its integrity and softness, preparing it for the next stage of knitting it into our premium wool products.
Knitting a Hat
After the yarn is carefully dried, the final step in our wool process is knitting it into a cosy, durable product, like this hat – skilfully crafted to provide warmth and style.
