In Rowan Magazine 72 we are celebrating 20 years of Kidsilk Haze! This iconic yarn has been a mainstay in the Rowan range for two decades and remains a firm favourite with knitters all over the world today. To mark the occasion, we have introduced 39 new shades, creating a true paintbox palette, which is explored in our main magazine story Kidsilk Haze Celebration. Your favourite Rowan designers bring you a beautiful collection, photographed against the statuesque backdrop of a grand stately home.
The second story Textures In Nature, continues with the celebratory theme, this time championing our British yarn, Moordale. Lisa Richardson’s classic autumn winter collection delivers in both style and practicality, with timeless nature-inspired designs which will transcend the autumn winter seasons. This British yarn is truly at home in the Yorkshire countryside, the backdrop to this beautiful story.
Featured Designers Martin Storey, Quail Studio, Lisa Richardson, Kaffe Fassett, Erika Knight, Georgia Farrell, Brandon Mably, Chloe Thurlow
Ziggy – Kaffe Fassett works his colour magic on the classic v-neck vest. Thirteen shades of Kidsilk Haze are worked in a zig-zag Fair Isle, framed with contrasting, folded hems and finished off with a neat button fastening. We think this would look great dressed up or down, you decide!
Wild – Take a walk on the wild side with this stunning leopard print design from Martin Storey. Kidsilk Haze is worked together with Fine Lace creating a luxe fabric, perfect for this smart crew-neck cardigan. The contrasting borders are a colourful, finishing touch!
Cluster – Georgia Farrell uses her trademark textured details to set this stocking stitch roll neck sweater apart. Using Kidsilk Haze held double throughout and cleverly staggered deep ribs, this is a classic with a twist. The generous roll neck combines warmth with style.
Tutti Fruti – Sorbet shades of delicate Kidsilk Haze give this crew-neck cardigan an almost celestial feel. Designed by Chloe Thurlow, this contemporary cardigan is neatly trimmed with a simple rib and nine elegant buttons.
Oak – Lisa Richardson’s take on the traditional beret is knitted in the round from the top down, using double pointed needles. British yarn Moordale is used for this two-colour oak leaf intarsia pattern which is trimmed with a pretty two-colour rib.
Brassica – This beautiful moss stitch cardigan has a lovely drape and super-flattering shape. This is in part due to it being worked almost in one piece, from the back hem to the front, resulting in an essentially seamless finish. The rib and bobble cuffs are then worked in the round using double pointed needles. Knitted in Moordale, this blend of British wool and alpaca will keep you stylishly warm this winter.
Lovelace – This relaxed crew-neck sweater by Martin Storey is knitted using Kidsilk Haze and Fine Lace held together throughout. A diamond lace stitch is worked across the body and a generous width combined with a drop shoulder help to create a slouchy, yet stylish look.
Bubbly – This elegant shawl by Martin Storey is worked in an all-over slip stitch pattern and three shades of Kidsilk Haze. This clever repeat is a great way of creating colourwork, with the slip stitches doing the hard work for you! With generous proportions, this accessory is a stylish layer for the cooler months. The finished size is 42.5 cm (16¾ in) wide and 219.5 cm (86½ in) long.
Orzo – A simply classic crew-neck sweater by Lisa Richardson. Knitted in Kidsilk Haze, this stocking stitch sweater introduces the addition of Fine Lace at the hem and cuffs to create a stylish trim. Orzo will take you effortlessly from daytime to evening.
Nova – For this classic sweater, Quail Studio have used three shades of Kidsilk Haze, held double throughout, gently blending one shade into the next. Simple stocking stitch trimmed with ribbed bands allow the yarn and colour to take charge of this elegant long-sleeved sweater.
Desiccate -This v-neck cardigan by Lisa Richardson is knitted using British yarn Moordale. Lisa has used a pretty slip stitch technique for this raglan design, bordered with traditional ribbed hems and a button fastening. A great layering piece for the cooler months.
Firebird – An elegant, yet relaxed, long length cardigan by Quail Studio. Four shades of Kidsilk Haze have been combined with one of Fine Lace, in a striking zig-zag pattern incorporating both Fair Isle and intarsia. This open front cardigan can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion.
Spark – This sophisticated sweater with a high crew-neck from Chloe Thurlow is knitted using three ends of Kidsilk Haze held together throughout. Colour blocking is given a fun twist with a dramatic horizontal zig-zag design across the centre of both the arms and body. Dress this stylish sweater up for evening wear, or it would look equally good with a favourite pair of denims.
Farfel – A wrap-over cardigan is a timeless classic and this design by Lisa Richardson is no exception. This lightweight piece is knitted using Kidsilk Haze in simple stocking stitch with garter stitch borders. Simply elegant.
Jelly Bean – A clever twist on the classic crew neck, this striped, ribbed sweater by Georgia Farrell is knitted using Kidsilk Haze held double throughout. Five shades have been cleverly layered to create a bold stripe, juxtaposed by an asymmetrical hemline.