Hey Mama Wolf Beara

A yarn as mystical and powerful as the nature of Ireland! Rustic yet soft, with the drape and warmth of alpaca, this yarn is great for knitting garments, especially those with a bit of texture.

The namesake of this yarn, “Cailleach Bhéarra” or the “Hag of Beara,” is a figure from Irish mythology and folklore. She is often depicted as an ancient, powerful goddess or wise woman, deeply connected to the Irish landscape and the cycles of nature. We’re pretty sure she knows a thing or two about sheep and wool!

Beara is made from 70% Irish wool and 30% UK alpaca and is spun in Ireland at the historic Donegal Yarns mill. This keeps transport routes short and ensures that Irish sheep farms benefit from a steady demand for their wool. Small farms, in particular, often struggle to bring their wool to market profitably. That’s why Beara blends wool from different breeds, supporting local shepherds and preserving Ireland’s rich wool heritage.

Hey Mama Wolf is dedicated to providing exceptionally crafted yarns to fibre enthusiasts around the world. It’s at the heart of Hey Mama Wolf that their yarns are as sustainable as possible. They believe that investigating the origin of their wool is vital to ensuring both animal welfare and sustainability. Locally-sourced wool can help support landscape conservation and revive local textile industries.