Everlasting Knits from the Faroe Islands

Norse settlers introduced sheep to the Faroe Islands more than 1,000 years ago. Today, the islands have more sheep than people. In fact, the name Føroyar means "Sheep Islands" in Scandinavia.

Faroese sheep are a distinct breed, with striking color patterns and a double-layered fleece. Their outer layer is long and wavy, providing insulation through the harsh winters. The underlayer is fine and soft, making the wool sumptuous and breathable in warmer weather.

That is why we call our wool as 'Faroese gold.' Its exquisite quality, combined with our expertise in knitting, create products that last for decades, if not generations.

At Guðrun & Guðrun, we are an all-female team. One of our key pillars is to strengthen the bonds among women and enhance the economic, emotional and social well-being of all those in our community. Our community of women extends well beyond the Faroes, with longstanding ties to other regions like Jordan and Peru, where we also collaborate with local knitters and support local initiatives -- by women, for women, with women.

At Guðrun & Guðrun we celebrate a central part of Faroese culture and history -- knitting. Women here are taught to knit at a young age, and most of us are actively engaged in knitting clubs. Every piece we create is handknitted with care by women who share our love for this time-honored art form. We have pioneered 'whisper knitting,' a unique technique that adds fluidity and a soft sensuality to the natural warmth of wool through delicate, open-knit designs.