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May 2012
2 - May 2012
CONTENTSRowan Designer Lisa Richardson 4
Introducing Just Baby 6
The Benefits Merino 8
Wool For Ewe 9
Kidsilk Creation Stripe 10
Jubilee Projects 11
Introducing... Emily Platt 12
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Front Cover:Pavlova by Amanda CrawfordUsing Wool Cotton DKRowan Studio 27
Hello and welcome to the latest edition of your online newsletter.
At the mill we are enjoying seeing all the spring lambs in the fields around us and feeling very lucky to work in such a beautiful setting here in Holmfirth.
May’s issue brings you news of an exciting new yarn and brochure launch, an interview with Rowan designer Lisa Richardson, brand new free patterns and we take a closer look at merino wool and its benefits.
The entries have also been flooding in for our Rowan Design Competition, don’t forget to send yours in by the closing date of May 31st!We hope you enjoy your new issue.
The Rowan Team
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May 2012 - 3
E X C L U S I V E
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Cobblerby Amanda Crawfordusing Wool Cotton 4ply
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COBBLER
4 - May 2012
When did you learn to knit? I learnt to knit and crochet when I was about five or six along with a lot of other crafts, at this point it was the women in my family who taught me, my mum, gran and aunts. The first item I remember knitting, though, was a Father Christmas that I did at school when I was about nine. I then went back to crochet and knitting when I was about fifteen, not for clothing or accessories but for art projects through school and college.
Who would you describe as your biggest influence? That would have to be my mum! I don’t think I am particularly influenced by anybody in my designing but have always been interested in Vivienne Westwood and her quite theatrical period influenced tailoring. It was amazing to see her at the ‘Wool Modern’ launch that I attended last year.
What projects are you working on at the moment? At Rowan we are in the process of designing for Spring/Summer 2013 so I’m immersed in a desk of yarn at the moment. While at home I’m crocheting a jacket for myself, I’ve left the fronts until last as I’m still not quite sure how I want them to be, a definite WIP!
What is your greatest achievement to date? I’m really pleased with the photo shoots I art directed and styled recently, the garments are fun pieces and I think they are shown to their full potential in the historic Victoria Baths. There was also another great photo shoot at a disused aerodrome in Essex, these brochures will be available from August.
What is your favourite ever Rowan design and why?Picking one is quite tricky, the first one that pops to mind is Ash from Magazine 36. It’s so simple yet beautiful and it’s Kidsilk Haze. I also love Carlotta from the same publication.
What do you enjoy doing when you’re not crafting? I love being outside, whether that’s running, biking or relaxing in the garden with a glass of wine or two.
Knitting or crochet? Depends on my mood.
Lisa RichaRdson
We chat with Rowan designer
May 2012 - 5
E X C L U S I V E
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Duskyby Lisa Richardsonusing Savannah
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DUSKY
6 - May 2012
This May sees the launch of a quintessentially cute brochure of nineteen designs for 0 – 3 year olds by Lisa Richardson.
Designs include sweaters, dungarees, blankets, all modelled by the children of people who work as part of Rowan’s team based here in Yorkshire.
The collection introduces a brand new addition to the Rowan range in Baby Merino Silk DK, available in twenty dreamy shades, from traditional pastels to sunny brights and rich teal.
Baby Merino Silk DK is a stunning blend of 66% merino super wash wool and 34% tussan silk, making a beautifully soft but washable yarn, perfect for little ones.
Click here to view the yarn
Introducing Just Baby
Just Baby
Barrie (girls)
May 2012 - 7
Anderson Dickens
Twain (girls) Dahl
8 - May 2012
The Merino is an influential breed of sheep, widely acclaimed for its wool. Merinos are regarded as having some of the finest and softest wool of any sheep, mainly due to their fine fibres. The variety of wool is particularly cosy, as the small size of the fibre traps air within a garment and therefore retains heat.
Like most wools, merino contains lanolin, which has antibacterial properties, and is also soft and light enough to wear next to the skin. The wool also has a natural elasticity, which means it stretches beautifully when worn, only to spring back to its natural shape. Each and every merino fibre has a protective layer which resists dirt, meaning the yarn is also relatively easy to clean.
As a natural fibre, merino is both renewable and biodegradable, meaning it has a light footprint on the environment, in comparison to man-made fibres.Rowan have several merino blend yarns within our range including Cashsoft DK & 4ply, Sweet Harmony, Wool Cotton DK & 4ply, Cocoon, Big Wool, Drift and Fine Lace.
The Benefits of Merino
May 2012 - 9
Wool for Ewe is situated in the heart of Rosemount in Aberdeen. Kathleen Fraser has owned the business since 2007 and now works alongside her daughter Faye to offer a friendly service with expert advice.
A variety of classes are also available all year round. The brilliant Freddie Patmore will be here on the 16th and 17th of June for a master class on backwards knitting. This is a two day class where she will teach this fascinating technique, which allows you to knit without swapping your needles after each row. For information on this class and others please visit our website www.woolforewe.com, sign up for the newsletter and come and say hello on our Facebook pages.
Often we host events, and we would like to recommend our newsletter, which contains details of what classes we offer, any upcoming events, our latest deals and our newest yarns and publications.
Rowan yarns we stock include:Summer Tweed, Denim, Siena 4ply, Cotton Glace, Fine Lace, Kidsilk Haze Stripe, Kidsilk Haze, Revive, All Seasons Cotton, Handknit Cotton, Wool Cotton 4ply and DK, Pima Cotton, Big Wool, Drift, Pure Wool Aran, Lima, Felted Tweed DK Aran and Chunky, Kid Classic, Cocoon, Renew, and British Sheep Breeds DK and Chunky.
Visit our online shop www.woolforewe.com or call us on 01224 643738.
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10 - May 2012
If you’re a fan of our beautiful Kidsilk Haze yarn, you’re going to love Kidsilk Creation Stripe! Taking the same celebrated composition of 70% super kid mohair and 30% silk, the new variation yarn comes in six vibrant colourways, each designed by Kaffe Fassett himself. Each 50g hank knits or crochets an entire ruffle effect scarf, perfect for a gift or to accessorise your own look!
Click here to view a video tutorial on creating the scarf.
In the spotlight…Kidsilk Creation Stripe
Rowan designer Gemma Atkinson models the ruffle scarf, here in Holmfirth.
RUFFLE SCARF
May 2012 - 11
JUBILEE PROJECTSWe are excited to announce that our jubilee picnic throw and bunting designs are now available to download online for free! Perfect for an outdoor celebration, the patterns are designed with drinks and picnics in mind.
We can also reveal that these designs will be followed by an exclusive celebratory online collection, which will be made available to members.
The special design collection is the culmination of a design competition held for our Rowan Design Consultant staff, who work in John Lewis stores to offer help and advice nationwide. Winning entries were selected by Kate Buller and the Rowan team, so we hope you enjoy as much as we did!
JUBILEE BUNTING
DIAMONDTHROW
12 - May 2012
Rowan supported student Emily Platt with her design collection, and she tells us about her inspiration.
“The collection is called Twisted Traditions and is inspired by traditional dress from around the world, which has been transformed into knitwear pieces. I have taken features from countries such as Scandinavia, Sweden, Russia, and many more, and used them to create Fair Isle designs and shapes to create a unique collection.”
“I wanted to create a complete knitwear range as my career aim is to design hand knit pieces that are different to what people can buy on the high street. My university final collection was the greatest opportunity to create a collection that would stand out and get people interested in knitting and creating their own garments.”
“I wanted to use Rowan yarns, as they have a great selection of colours and yarns which fit perfectly with my theme. The yarns that I used were Drift, Renew and Felted Tweed as I liked that they were all different gauges but they all have different flicks of colour in them to make the collection look more interesting.”
Visit Emily’s facebook page www.facebook.com/lostinknit
Introducing…Emily Platt
May 2012 - 13
14 - May 2012
This workshop has been inspired by the recent trend for beautiful, lightweight shawls.
During the course of the workshop you will learn about the different ways that triangular shawls are constructed and work some small swatches to see which method you prefer. You will also have the chance to practice how a lace motif/edging can be introduced into your design.
During the second half of the workshop you will start to knit your shawl from the plans you have made. We will be using laceweight yarns – Kidsilk Haze and Fine Lace, so experimenting with tension will also be part of the day’s activities.
Date: Weekend Workshop: 7th/8th July at Rowan, Holmfirth. Cost: £80 for weekend/ Rowan Subscription Members Price: £72
Create your own Triangular Shawl with Sarah Hazell
May 2012 - 15
Jean Moss UK Knitters’ TourLakes & York 13-24 May 2012 with Martin Storey, Carol Meldrum & Jean Moss
For further details visit www.jeanmoss.com
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