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The Purelife Recycled Collection

Texture and colour make the perfect match deep in the East Sussex countryside in this beautifully romantic collection. The first recycled yarn under the Purelife label, Revive entices us with 8 stunning shades and is made entirely from recycled clothing. The Purelife Recycled Collection, a brochure of 16 designs for women and men is dedicated to this new yarn.

Click the links to take a look at the designs featured: Designs 1 - 6 / Designs 7 - 14

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Purelife Recycled Collection

 

 

 

Summer Crochet

Summer Crochet is Rowan’s first brochure solely dedicated to the craft of crochet. A historical and richly atmospheric fishing harbour provides a stunning backdrop to this ultimately feminine collection of 12 modern and easy to wear garments

Click the links to take a look at the designs featured: Designs 1 - 5 / Designs 6 - 12

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Summer Crochet

 

 

Casual Classics

Seaside chic flows throughout this collection, with natural being the rule of the colour palette. Raw, beach pebble tones compliment sand, marine blue and aquatic hues in this New England – Cape Cod inspired backdrop. A DK brochure of 12 women’s designs, this collection features essential, smart holiday wear knits contrasting with more complicated, cable designs.

Click the links to take a look at the designs featured: Designs 1 - 6 / Designs 7 - 13

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Casual Classics

 

 

Minature Classics

Key brights contrast perfectly with natural pastel tones in this brochure of adorable vintage knits for babies and toddlers. Shot in a Scandinavian inspired backdrop, this collection of 16 designs for the 0 – 3 age range has a perfectly light and cheery feel throughout.

Click the links to take a look at the designs featured: Designs 1 - 6 / Designs 6 - 11 / Designs 12 - 17 / Designs 18- 23

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Minature Classics

 

 

Rowan Kids

This much anticipated brochure of 18 designs for the 6 – 12 age range will provide the perfect answer for mums and grans everywhere. Fashioned in the most popular yarns in the Rowan range, the wearable designs range from pretty embroidered boleros to more rugged boys designs

Click the links to take a look at the designs featured: Designs 1 - 5 / Designs 6 - 10 / Designs 11 - 19

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Rowan Kids

 

 

4ply Designs for Men & Women

A collection of stylish designs that are easy to wear.  Featuring 6 men's designs, 6 women's designs and 3 accessories by Martin Storey.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             4ply Designs for Men & Women

 

 

 

DK Designs for Men & Women

A collection of 6 men's designs, 6 women's design and 3 accessories by Martin Storey. 

Featuring Yarns: Classic Cashmere, Cashsoft DK, Extra Fine Merino DK

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             DK Designs for Men & Women

 

 

 

Classic Heartland

This highly patterned brochure features fairisle and cabling.  Designs are modern shapes featuring cowl necks, asymmetrical fastening and one piece designs for the Rowan Silky Tweed yarn.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Classic Heartland

 

 

Rowan Greatest Knits

Featuring 30 years of knitted patterns from the Rowan Magazine Archive.


 
Price: £20.00 (excludes shipping)

             Rowan Greatest Knits

 

 

The Lima Collection

A collection of 10 women's designs and 4 men's designs by Marie Wallin and Sarah Hatton.  Featuring garments with textured cabling, ribs with admirable stitch definition and cable and rib detail.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Lima Collection

 

 

The Purelife Winter Collection

A collection featuring 13 women's and 4 men's designs by Marie Wallin, using Organic Wool DK, British Sheeps Breeds DK and Chunky. 

The chunky weight yarn allows for large cables and patterned fabrics while the DK allows for more intricate patterns including lace and fine cables
.

Click the image below and take a look at the designs featured!

  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Purelife Winter Collection

 

 

Classic Winter Solace

This latest collection by Martin Storey is shot in a charming location and offers rustic backdrops in the surroundings of a log cabin.

Featuring chunky garments which are light and airy, simple in design with some cabling detail

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             Classic Winter Solace

 

 

Lenpur Linen Collection

The Lenpur Linen collection is devoted to this yarn. 13 designs by Sarah Hatton, the garments include a collection of summer essentials from slinky summer tops, shrugs, and cropped cardigans to elegant tailored waistcoat and cardigans.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Lenpur Linen Collection

 

 

 

The Milk Cotton Collection

A charming collection of ladies spring and summer wear, featuring 15 designs by Marie Wallin. With designs ranging from simple modern shapes to delicate feminine florals and lace.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Milk Cotton Collection

 

 

Little Luxury Knits

Twenty accessories for Rowna's Kid Silk yarns. Frills, beads and sequins add a touch of magic to many of the projects in this book making Alison Crowther Smith's collection of designs, along with her tips and techniques, a real knitters delight.

  Price: £14.99 (excludes shipping)

             Little Luxury Knits

 

 

The Organic Cotton Kids Collection

A collection by Marie Wallin featuring 16 designs (5 girls, 3 boys ages 0 -3 years & 5 girls, 3 boy ages 4-8 years) including children's coats, dresses, slipovers, cardigans and sweaters.

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  Price: £7.95 (excludes shipping)

             The Organic Cotton Kids Collection

 

 

 

The Cocoon Collection

The Cocoon brochure showcases 16 modern, contemporary hand knitting designs by Marie Wallin and Sarah Hatton. Designs range from oversized cabled and crochet cropped jumpers through to deep v striped tunic. Also featuring beautiful cable wraps and loose beret hat accessories.

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  Price: £7.50 (excludes shipping)

             The Cocoon Collection

 

 

Knitting Goes Large

Over 20 designs for plus sizes, the key designs are by Martin Storey, Wendy Baker, Jennie Atkinson and Kim Hargreaves.

Whether you are looking for warm winter jackets, comfortable sweaters, cool summer cardigans or tunics, neat tops to wear under a suit or pretty evening cover-ups you will find something to suit your figure and taste. The patterns come in six sizes, starting from size 16, giving a chance for even the most generously sized women to find something to suit their figure type.

  Price: £16.99 (excludes shipping)

          Knitting Goes Large

 

 

 

Purelife - Organic Wool Collection

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  Price: £7.50 (excludes shipping)

          Purelife - Organic Wool Collection

 

 

 

Purelife - British Sheep Breeds Collection

A collection of easy wear garments for both men and women. The brochure features a collection of laidback wearable designs ranging from belted cardigans to unisex jackets that will be perfect for summer through to Autumn.

  Price: £7.50 (excludes shipping)

          Purelife - British Sheep Breed Collection

 

 

 

Purelife - Organic Collection

The Organic collection sees the introduction of the first brochure under the new Rowan Pure Life label. The 100% organically grown cotton is a lovely soft yarn which is naturally dyed in eight stunning delicate shades. The collection features eighteen beautiful, easy wear designs including ten for women, four for men and four for girls.

Click the image below and take a look at nine of the eighteen designs featured!

  Price: £7.50 (excludes shipping)

          Purelife - Organic Collection

 

 

 

All Seasons at the Mill

A collection of easy wear garments for both men and women. The brochure features a collection of laidback wearable designs ranging from belted cardigans to unisex jackets that will be perfect for summer through to Autumn.

  Price: £5.95 (excludes shipping)

           All Seasons at the Mill

 

 

 

Young Rowan

Teen Rowan is a charming brochure with eight designs, each being selected form the collections within Rowan Magazine 43, re-coloured and then re-sized into beautiful garments for girls aged between 9 and 15 years. Yarns  used in the designs include: Handknit cotton, All Seasons cotton,4ply cotton, Rowan Denim, Cotton Glace and Kidsilk Haze.

  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

         Young Rowan

 

 

 

Kidsilk Aura

Enchantingly photographed and styled by Kristin Perers, ‘Kidsilk Aura’ features one of Rowan’s new beautiful yarns for winter 2007. Kidsilk Aura is the lovely new edition to our very successful Kidsilk family. This exquisite yarn is a chunkier version of our best selling Kidsilk Haze and is sure to become another Rowan favourite. It is available in sixteen stunning colours, ranging from the rich tones of Walnut, Damson and Quarry Tile to the delicate tones of Powder, Wheat and Putty. The brochure features a collection of beautiful easy to wear designs which reflect the comfort and ethereal quality of the yarn.

Click the image below and take a look at six of the twelve designs featured!

  Price: £6.25 (excludes shipping)

              Kid Silk Aura

 

 

Pure Wool Family Collection

A Rowan collection of 14 designs by Sarah Hatton featuring Pure Wool DK and a new addition to the family, Pure Wool Aran. The designs will be suitable for all the family (children up to 12 years). The collection will feature colour work and cables as well as classic knits including basic sweaters and cardigans.

Click the image below and take a look at some of the designs featured!

  Price: £7.50 (excludes shipping)

        Pure Wool Family Collection

 

 

 

Studio 5

The theme for rowan studio 5 is .... monocromatic. A sleek, wearable collection in ever fashionable black and white

  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 5

 

 

Studio 6

The Big easy A collection of laid back, easy pieces in calming greys and browns. Featuring the new yarn Cocoon, Big Wool and Kid Classic. This collection was designed by students from the Royal College of Art.

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 6

 

 

Studio 7

Elegant, feminine pieces each with a twist in the tail.

Featuring Wool Cotton, Kidsilk Haze, Big Wool, Scottish Tweed DK and Kid Classic in rich shades.

  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 7

 

 

 

Studio 9

A leap into Spring...

With skirts and dresses set to be popular for Spring/Summer 2008 Studio nine shows eight cardigans perfect for layering and covering four of the major trends seen on the catwalks.

  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 9

 

 

 

Studio 10

Hit the high seas! ....the cat walks were 'awash' with nautical and preppy styles for spring/summer 2008. Studio 10 covers both of these important and wearable trends with classic cardigans, elegant cables and simple textures in Handknit Cotton and Cotton Glace.

Click the image below and take a look at the designs featured!

  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 10

 

 

 

Studio 11

All that glitters - Soft metallics and sheens were popular on this season's catwalks and our Bamboo yarns are the perfect way to show this look. This collection of 8 designs feature fluid summer tops and sweaters alongside fitted summer cardigans.

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 11

 

 

 

Studio 13

Studio 13 features easy styles from on trends capes to classic, fitted cardigans that will be perfect to wrap up in this winter.

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 13

 

 

 

Studio 15

Unwind...in this collection of eight laidback knits in soft, chalky shades inspired by nature.  Featuring soft tunic styles, slouchy lace cardigans and asymmetrical sweaters this collection fits perfectly with this seasons trend for faded denim.

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 15

 

 

 

Studio 16

Rainbow brights and candy colours are the perfect way to brighten up your day!

These eight pieces will fit perfectly into the colour blocking and bright floral trends as seen on the catwalks.Featuring Bamboo Soft, Handknit Cotton and Cotton Glace

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 16

 

 

 

Studio 17

...eight garments using Kid SIlk Aura, Kid Silk Haze, Shimmer, Pure Silk DK and Wool Cotton.

A Collection of garments with extra sparkle that will allow you to party in style

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  Price: £4.95 (excludes shipping)

        Studio 17

 

 

 

Studio 18

Inspired by the Autumn/Winter 2009 catwalk. Where oversized and slouchy garments with fazed stripes and subtle pattern were strong themes throughout.

The Felted Tweed family and its colour palette are perfect for creating this look.

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  Price: £4.95  (excludes shipping)

      Studio 18

 

 

 

The Bamboo Tape Collection

Wonderfully photographed in an exotic tropical garden in Marrakech, Morocco, Bamboo is a collection inspired by one of Rowan's exciting yarns for summer 2007.

The twelve beautiful and easy to wear designs featured, by Marie Wallin and Martin Storey, echo the drape and elegance of the yarn.

Click the image below and take a look at eight of the twelve designs featured!

  Price: £5.75  (excludes shipping)

   Bamboo Tape Collection

 

 

The Kasbah Collection

An ancient Kasbah in Morocco is the atmospheric setting for a lovely desert inspired collection featuring one of Rowan's most popular yarns, Summer Tweed.

This brochure features a collection of twelve wonderful, easy to wear designs by Marie Wallin, Martin Storey and Sarah Hatton, all of which reflect the lovely subtle appearance of this silk rich yarn

Click the image below and take a look at six of the twelve designs featured!

  Price: £5.75 (excludes shipping)

          The Kasabah Collection

 

 

The Pure Wool Collection

The Pure Wool collection features a classic collection of timeless, easy to wear designs ranging from elegant cardigans to cosy hats and scarves.

Photographed in the quaint garden of Millstream cottage in Kent, the brochure has a traditional feel with a contemporary twist.

Click the image below and take a look at  the designs featured!

  Price: £5.75 (excludes shipping)

         Pure Wool Collection

 

 

A Midas Touch

Photographed against the dramatic ruins of Sicily, A Midas Touch introduces Glimmer Print, Rowan’s glamorous new cotton blend yarn.

A Midas Touch features fifteen captivating designs and nurtures an ancient Greek feel. With designs ranging from boleros to bags, we are sure that this season there will definitely be a gold rush!

  Price: £5.75 (excludes shipping)

             A Midas Touch

 

 

Big It Up

A collection packed with knits from contemporary designers such as Antoni & Alison, Leah Sutton and Theresa Venning. From cardigans and sweaters to crazy ponchos and amazing scarves, there are projects in here for all skill levels, and we guarantee that this range of funky garments and accessories will have you reaching for those big needles!

  Price: £5.50 (excludes shipping)

          Big It Up

 

 

Cotton Rope Collection

A 16 pattern brochure with fun, summer, easy to knit styles for women, which show off all the best qualities of the Cotton Rope yarn. The versatility of this softly twisted rope like yarn is demonstrated over a mix of summer scarves, shawls, hats and belts, alongside simple vests, waistcoats and ponchos

  Price: £5.50 (excludes shipping)

       Cotton Rope Collection

 

 

Pub Knitting

Following the recent wave of knit clubs, Rachel Henderson came up with this fantastic idea for a book - quick, simple and cost effective designs that you can make whilst you are out and about. 

With 14 designs, including handbags, gloves and MP3 player covers, Pub Knits makes a perfect gift.

  Price: £3.95 (excludes shipping)

          Pub Knitting

 

 

Fast Knits Fat Needles

Fast Knits, Fat Needles shows you how to use giant needles with both thick and thin yarns, and contains a range of designs for you and your home, including a chenille boa collar, gossamer scarf and textured rugs. Whether you are already into knitting, or have only just caught the bug, there will be something in this book for you.

  Price: £15.99 (excludes shipping)

          Fast Knits Fat Needles

 

 

Denim People

Throw it in the washing machine after knitting and it emerges smaller and paler than before. Wear it and wash it time after time and it just gets better! It's the very special dying process that turns plain white cotton hanks into Rowan's unique Denim yarn.

Thirty contemporary designs from designers Kim Hargreaves, Martin Storey, Erika Knight and Louisa Harding, as well as new talent Carol Meldrum and Leah Sutton, bring an innovative look to this classic yarn

  Price: £13.95 (excludes shipping)

          Denim People

 

 

Calmer Brochure

Calmer is a cotton-mix yarn with the velvety feel of cashmere, which knits into sumptuous garments with a luxurious feel. Add to this a hint of elasticity and you have a yarn which is warm, soft and figure-hugging, but still light and easy to wear. This new collection of 15 designs is devoted to the purely feminine, emphasised by the soft neutrals in which each garment is knitted. Lacy edgings, cables, pretty hems, and soft cosy necklines adorn a series of jackets, sweaters and vest tops. The collection also includes tempting accessories like touchy-feely scarves, hats and socks.

  Price: £3.45 (excludes shipping)

        Calmer Brochure

 

 

Next Big Thing

Over 20 designs by Kim Hargreaves

A splash of youthful vibe and colour hit the pages of Rowan's latest big yarn brochure. Biggy Print and Big Wool are joined by Chunky Print to create a wonderful complementary collection of yarns which work together to create the fashion theme of the moment. Accessories from scarfs to 'toastie' ankle warmers are coupled with fringed ponchos, long jackets and cardigans which show that the big yarns can create stitch detail as well as the chunky look. The colour ranges have been shaken up to create a whole new mix, with a staggering 12 new colours in the Big Wool range and the addition of some solid colours to the printed selections of Biggy Print and the new Chunky Print.

  Price: 3.95 (excludes shipping)

        Next Big Thing

 

 

Essential Crochet

If you are anything like us, then you won’t be able to resist Erika Knight’s new book, Essential Crochet. Bringing a traditional craft right up to date, Erika’s designs range from a basic patchwork throw to a handy tote bag crocheted in leather, and this book is sure to contain something for everyone

  Price: £20.00 (excludes shipping)

      Essential Crochet

 

 

Decorative Knitting

With 100 techniques, 200 ideas and 18 projects, Decorative Knitting is sure to inspire everyone, from those new to the craft to the more experienced knitter looking for something new. 

This book includes a swatch library which shows how each technique can be developed.

  Price: £18.99 (excludes shipping)

          Decorative Knitting

 

 

More Blankets & Throws to Knit

Those of you who have been eagerly awaiting the sequel to Debbie’s 2003 book Blankets & Throws to Knit will not be disappointed by this fantastic book from the well-known designer. Renowned for her colourful, vibrant, contemporary designs, Debbie has combined beads with her passion for colour and texture to create pieces that will enhance your home

  Price: £16.99 (excludes shipping)

            More Blankets & Throws to Knit

 

 

Blankets and Throws To Knit

Afghan squares were a big thing in the 1970's, and today they are making a comeback with knitters the world over. Debbie Abrahams has taken the idea and given it a modern twist with her new book 'Blankets and throws to knit'. The idea is simple. Take a selection of patterned, textured, striped or plain knitted squares, and put them together to make an original and stylish blanket. With Debbie's help you can choose from 100 inspirational patterns. Beaded hearts, colourful flowers, multi-coloured stripes or cables. The choice is yours to put together as you wish. Debbie has designed 12 finished projects to get you started.

  Price: £16.99 (excludes shipping)

            Blankets and Throws To Knit

 

 

First Knits

Aimed at the knitting novice, this is a step by step guide to simple but effective handknitting projects. The projects range from small bootees and toys, to scarves, bags and hats. Knitting how-to, basic stitch techniques, advancing to lace and colour detail, are all accompanied by illustrated steps which guide you through your project

  Price: £14.99 (excludes shipping)

         First Knits

 

 

Simple Crochet

Simple Crochet brings a traditional craft into the 21st century with a range of exquisite projects that even a novice can make. A short section on how to crochet equips beginners with all the knowledge they need to create a wealth of covetable textiles, including cushions, throws, boxes, bags and even slippers, in a range of fibres from string to raffia.

  Price: £14.99 (excludes shipping)

          Simple Crochet