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Delia Barry
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Delia Barry's greatest accolade is the international recognition she brought to traditional Irish knitting. At 83, she became a viral sensation, with features in Vogue, The New York Times, and BBC News. Her sweaters were celebrated as one of the most coveted clothing items of 2023, and she inspired a new appreciation for handcrafted garments.
Honours & Distinctions
Featured in Vogue
Vogue·2023
Her Banshees sweater was featured in 'Bury Me in a Banshees of Inisherin Knit'.
New York Times Profile
The New York Times·2023
Profiled as 'A Knitwear Sensation at 83'.
BBC News Feature
BBC News·2023
Covered her story as the 83-year-old behind the Oscar film's famous knits.
Magazine Covers
Vogue
January 2023
Bury Me in a 'Banshees of Inisherin' Knit
Vanity Fair
October 2022
The Sweaters of 'Inisherin'