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3 CONTENTS Welcome Letter 4 Monthly Free Pattern 5 Rowan Introduces All Seasons Chunky Selects 6 Yarn Shop Day 7 Rowan Loves 10 Simple Crochet Projects 8 Knitted Gifts 10 Yarn In the Spotlight Truesilk 11 Windswept by Marie Wallin 12 Rowan Knit-a-long 14 February

4 Dear members, Welcome to the February edition of our enewsletter! As we look towards lighter evenings and the appearance of pretty white snowdrops here in Yorkshire, we can t help but feel a sense of excitement about the new spring designs and yarns which have been launched this season. We take a closer look at one of these in the form of the stunning new Truesilk; most definitely one of the favourite debut yarns of the team here at the mill. We also hear about an exciting new project supporting our local yarn shops, discover details of a stunning new book from Sarah Hatton and bring you updates on our knit-a-long. We hope you enjoy! The Rowan team Front Cover: Solitaire by Martin Storey Truesilk Truesilk Collection Click on the symbol where it appears for a link to further information Keep in touch with us on social media 4 - February 2014

5 EXCLUSIVE Brick Wrap by Lisa Richardson Thick n Thin BRICK WRAP For this and hundreds of FREE patterns exclusive to members click the button below: February

6 ROWAN Introduces All Seasons Chunky Selects All Seasons Chunky Selects is a free online collection of exclusive designs by Vicky Sedgwick, Helen Ardley and Pauline Ellis. With two knit and four crochet patterns, the selection includes pretty hats and cowls, which can be made using either one, two or three balls of our stunning All Seasons Chunky yarn. VIEW FREE ONLINE COLLECTION Josie By Helen Ardley 6 - February 2014 Cara By Helen Ardley Janet By Vicky Sedgwick

7 Yarn Shop Day Get involved with the Love Your Yarn Shop Campaign from Aceville Publications On Saturday 3 rd May 2014, yarn shops across the UK will be celebrating Yarn Shop Day, the fantastic new initiative from leading publications Let s Knit and Let s Get Crafting. The event, the first of its kind, is supported by the industry, and with extensive media coverage behind it promises to boost the profile of bricks and mortar yarn stores. Each store that signs up to the campaign is encouraged to host its own special events, including anything from free tea and cake to star appearances by big industry names. It s a chance for yarn shops to remind their customers of the fantastic, irreplaceable, personal service they provide. Let s Knit editor Sarah Neal explains the concept, As knitters ourselves, we know the value of a good yarn store. As well as providing the unequalled pleasure of buying yarn off the shelf, they offer experienced face-to-face advice and are often a communal meeting place for likeminded crafters. The Love Your Yarn Shop campaign is aimed at alerting consumers to the benefits of supporting these stores. Let s Get Crafting editor Ella Johnston agrees, adding, We know that the crafty community will really get behind Love Your Yarn Shop and Yarn Shop Day and look forward to celebrating our local stores a truly valuable resource for knitters and crocheters. For more information on how to get involved, visit; LET S KNIT BLOG February

8 ROWAN Loves 10 Simple Crochet Projects by Sarah Hatton Rowan Loves 10 Simple Crochet Projects by Sarah Hatton Sarah Hatton takes the biggest upcoming trend from the catwalk by storm by creating a charming collection of ten simple crochet projects launching this February. Sarah says of the book, The latest in my simple knits series has just been launched and is something of a departure from the series as it is 10 simple crochet projects. Crochet is set to be a huge trend on the catwalks this season and, as many people find the first steps into crochet terrifying, it seems like the perfect time for such a book. Designs range from stunning collar and cowl accessories, to a pretty shrug and stylish hats, all worked in Rowan yarns, of course! 8 - February 2014

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10 Knitted Gifts With Mothering Sunday approaching next month here in the UK, we turn our attention to the best picks of gift ideas for our loved ones this spring. Byron Bay Pure Linen Collection Pool Simple Shapes Panama Alabama Rowan Studio 31 Silva Simple Shapes Handknit Cotton Bliss Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine February 2014

11 Yarn In the Spotlight Truesilk Fashioned from a fantastically luxurious 100% mulberry silk, the new Truesilk yarn boasts ten varied and pretty shades, ranging from the candy bright Sugar to deep midnight blue Sleep, and pale lilac Peace. Serene 330 Whisper 332 Peace 331 Sugar 335 Bliss 336 Joy 338 Sleep 339 Hush 333 Calm 337 Happy 334 February

12 WINDSWEPT collection one by Marie Wallin 12 hand knit designs for women This is the first independent collection by designer, Marie Wallin. Windswept is a collection of 12 stunning fairisle and cable designs showcasing Marie s beautiful trademark colourwork and attention to detail. Some of the designs have optional crochet trims, which the knitter can add or not depending on the look wanted. The collection features 8 garment designs ranging from an exquisite fairisle tunic, a lovely fairisle yoke sweater, a houndstooth fitted waistcoat to a heavily cabled cosy jacket. The 4 accessory designs feature a stunning pattern wrap and scarf, which are both knitted in the round, a wide sumptuous aran wrap and a sweet traditional fairisle tam. The colours used are autumnal in tone and the all the designs are worked in some of Rowan s most popular yarns Felted Tweed, Felted Tweed Aran, Rowan Fine Tweed and the lovely Cocoon. Photographed in Whitstable in Kent by Peter Christian Christensen with styling and art direction by Marie. About the author Marie is Head Designer for Rowan and over the 8 years since she joined the Rowan team, she has built up a global reputation for her beautiful patterns, colourwork and stitch designs as well as her skill for art directing and styling the renowned Rowan Magazine and some of the Rowan dedicated yarn brochures. Although now freelance, Marie continues in her role with Rowan as well as developing her career as an independent designer and workshop teacher. MARIE S WEBSITE 12 - February 2014

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14 ROWAN Pure Wool Worsted Superwash Afghan Knit-a-long Don t forget to join in the fun and take part in our Pure Wool Worsted Superwash Afghan knit-a-long! One square design will be released each week, as well as making up instructions during an exciting ten week period, resulting in a surprise exclusive design from Martin Storey. The feedback on this has already been overwhelming, and so we ve decided to take this truly global to get you all involved! In order to give our retailers across the globe time to prepare, we will be launching this towards the end of March We will be giving more details in the next enewsletter. You can also check Facebook and Ravelry for updates to ensure you don t miss out! 14 - February 2014

15 Stockists To find your local stockist view our store locator at by clicking the button below STORE LOCATOR Workshops To view a full list of workshop dates visit by clicking the button below WORKSHOPS All right reserved. Reproduction in whole or any part of all material, including illustrations, in this publication is strictly forbidden. No part may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, electrostatic, magnetic tape, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission of the copyright owners having been given in writing. The designs in this publication are copyrighted and must not be knitted for re-sale. Reproduction of this publication is protected by copyright and is sold on the condition that it is used for non commercial purposes. Yarn quantities are approximate as they are based on average requirements. Colour reproduction is as close as printing will allow. First published in Great Britain 2014 by Coats Crafts UK LTD Green Lane Mill, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, England, HD9 2DX mail@knitrowan.com Web: Copyright Rowan 2014 February

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