A super-soft blend of Merino wool and Tussah silk gives this yarn such a gentle touch, perfectly suited to projects for babies and children. Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK is machine washable too, so there's no need to sacrifice practicality for luxury. With a playful palette made up of pastels and stronger shades, you are sure to find a colour that fits your needs, whether you're looking for a classic baby shade or something a little brighter.

Composition: 66% Wool 34% Silk
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 135m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6

Rowan Softyak DK transcends the seasons thanks to its blend of cotton, yak and nylon. It has a stunningly soft handle and is static resistant and anti-microbial, which means the fabric stays fresher for longer. The chainette construction makes it surprisingly light for a cotton rich double-knitting yarn and it's available in 19 colours, ranging from muted tones to rich jewel shades.

Composition: 76% Cotton 15% Yak 9% Nylon
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 135m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6

Combining spectacular stitch definition with a soft feel, Rowan Cotton Cashmere is a modern classic. A rich blend of 85% cotton and 15% cashmere and available in soft tonal shades, it's the perfect yarn for standout spring and summer knits.

Composition: 85% Cotton 15% Cashmere
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 125m
Tension/Gauge: 20 stitches, 28 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6

Digital Patterns Available Here

Thanks to its luxurious handle and rich colour palette, award-winning Rowan Alpaca Soft DK has become a real favourite with knitters. Spun from a premium blend of extra-fine Merino, superfine Merino and baby alpaca, it makes an easy choice for garments and accessories and comes into its own when worked in cable designs. Choose much-loved shades and cast on a classic project you'll wear forever.

Composition: 70% Virgin Wool 30% Alpaca
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 125m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.00 mm / 8 / 6

New Rowan Alpaca Soft DK Shades
AUTUMN WINTER 2022 | 2023
Cinnamon 228, Vermillion 229, Burgundy 230, Silver 231, Blue Haze 232, Verdigris 233, Dark Sun Valley 234, Champagne 235

With a generous 23 colours ranging from gentle pastels to jewel brights, this is a classic DK yarn that's perfect for spring and summer projects. The modern matt finish creates an extra-soft feel, while the multi-plied spin gives Rowan Summerlite DK excellent stitch definition for cable, lace and texture stitches.

Composition: 100% Cotton
Yarn Weight: DK - 8ply | Light (3)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 130m
Tension/Gauge: 22 stitches, 30 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Spring / Summer
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 3.75 mm / 9 / 5

YARN USED IN NEW PATTERN BOOK
BLOOM at Rowan – Baby Cashsoft Merino / Summerlite DK

Digital Patterns Available Here

This award-winning worsted weight yarn is as versatile as it is popular. Knitters love its wide colour range, high quality pure wool fibre and soft handle. Its excellent stitch definition makes it an easy choice for lace, cables and texture, allowing even the most intricate stitch patterns to shine. With beautiful shades ranging from punchy brights to classic neutrals, the broad palette of Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted appeals to colourwork lovers too. Knit it at worsted tension, or get playful, using larger or smaller needles for interesting effects - it's the ultimate can-do yarn.

Composition: 100% Wool
Yarn Weight: Worsted - 10ply | Medium (4)
Yarn ball weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 200m
Tension/Gauge: 20 stitches, 25 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 4.50 mm / 7 / 7