Rowan Big Wool takes the knitability of a super chunky and transforms it with pure Merino wool, raising the bar by which all other 'beginner' yarns are measured. Rowan Big Wool is not just for new knitters though. With a super light spin and paintbox colour palette, it's the perfect choice for speedy accessories and dramatic garments. Make a statement with a giant cable, get creative with colour combinations or cast on a super cosy accessory in the ultimate yarn for winter.

Composition: 100% Wool
Yarn Weight: Super Chunky
Yarn ball weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 80m
Tension/Gauge: 7½ -9 stitches, 10-12½ rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 10.0 mm / 0 / 15

An aran weight wool yarn, with a super-light feel, Rowan Kid Classic is as unique as it is popular, having been a favourite with Rowan knitters for many years. The beautiful blend of 70% lambswool, 22% kid mohair and 8% polyamide creates a lovely, soft yarn, which is perfect for cosy winter knits. Available in a refined colour palette of rich tones, this is a true all-rounder, which is as perfect for cabling as it is for plain knitting.

Composition: 70% Wool 22% Mohair 8% Polyamide
Yarn Weight: Aran - 10ply | Medium (4)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 140m
Tension/Gauge: 18-19 stitches, 23-25 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 5.00 mm / 6 / 8 5.50 mm / 5 / 9

Our ever-popular Rowan Kidsilk Haze combines the soft halo of super kid mohair with the vibrant shine of silk in one incredible yarn that is loved by knitters the world over. Rowan Kidsilk Haze can be used with a variety of needle sizes to create different effects and styles and is a firm favourite with lace fans. Used alongside other yarns it takes on an almost magical quality and is available in a kaleidoscopic array of stunning colours.

Composition: 70% Mohair 30% Silk
Yarn Weight: Sport - 5ply | Fine (2)
Yarn ball weight: 25g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 210m
Tension/Gauge: 18-25 stitches, 23-34 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: All Season
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US):
3.25 mm / 10 / 3
3.50 mm / - / 4
3.75 mm / 9 / 5
4.00 mm / 8 / 6
4.50 mm / 7 / 7
5.00 mm / 6 / 8

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With its fine weight and intense colour palette, Rowan Alpaca Classic is ideal for Fair Isle patterns and light but warm garments and accessories. Its feathery feel and romantic halo are created by filling delicate cotton mesh with luxurious alpaca fibres, resulting in a lightweight yarn with incredible meterage and spectacular texture. Knitted on larger needles, it makes an exciting choice for lace patterns too.

Composition: 57% Alpaca 43% Cotton
Yarn ball weight: 25g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 120m
Tension/Gauge: 23 stitches, 31 rows to 10cm (4in)
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 3.75 mm / 9 / 5

Merino wool is loved by knitters for its soft feel and pure white natural colour, which takes dye beautifully. Rowan Merino Aria is a chunky yarn, with a soft halo. It is made of 100% Merino wool so that you can wear it against your skin with confidence. Rowan Merino Aria is a quick knit on 7mm needles too, and the chainette spin means it's super-light to wear.

Composition: 93% Wool 7% Polyamide
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Tension/Gauge: 14 stitches, 21 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles 7mm | 2 UK |10½ US

New ROWAN Merino Aria Shades
AUTUMN WINTER 2022 | 2023
Deep Teal, Mustard, Silver-Grey, Soft-Green, Soft-Lilac