Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Aretha edge-to-edge jacket featuring two front pockets, turn-back cuffs, bracelet-length sleeves and textured edges, are knitted in Rowan Alpaca Classic - a DK-weight yarn. Available sizes to knit range from chest size 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Bobby vest, which can be worn as part of a twin set (see Percy Cardigan) is a short, round-neck, garment featuring pretty bobble and embroidery detail to the hem. Knitted using two strands of Rowan Alpaca Classic held together and worked in stocking stitch and a 2x2 rib to the neckline. The pattern accommodates chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
This delicate one-size cowl featuring an all-over chevron lace and cable pattern is knitted using Rowan Alpaca Classic. The piece is worked in the round using a 3.75mm (US 5) circular needle no longer than 80cm long.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
Lisa Richardson's Etta jumper is a long, self-coloured tunic-style garment featuring a V-neck with collar, two front pockets with ribbed tops, drops shoulders and set-in sleeves with turn-back cuffs. Knitted using Rowan Alpaca Soft DK, the piece is available to knit in chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Jackie jumper truly is an accomplishment with its combination of a multicoloured fair isle zigzag band and texture stitches worked in an all-over cable pattern. The garment is knitted using five shades of Rowan Alpaca Classic and is worked in the round. Finished chest measurements of this casual-fit jumper ranges from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in). Please note, the size of circular needles required depends on the size of garment knitted.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
With its full-length Fair Isle colourwork contrasting with self-coloured raglan sleeves, the Jess jumper is a real show stopper. Knitted using eight striking shades of Rowan Alpaca Soft DK, the garment is worked flat from the bottom up and fits chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in). Please note, the size of circular needles required depends on the size of garment knitted.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
Two contrasting shades of Rowan Alpaca Soft DK make up this stunning three-quarter-length jacket, which is held closed by two double-breasted buttons. The garment is worked in stocking stitch using the Fair Isle colour-stranding technique, which is edged in contrasting garter rows to the slim hem and cuffs. Available to fit chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Nina self-coloured cowl, featuring rows of repeating texture stitches, is knitted with three balls of Rowan Alpaca Soft DK. Although pictured here in Brick (218), you can, of course, opt for any shade that meets your needs. The item is worked in the round on double-pointed needles or on a circular needle that is no longer than 80cm.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
Lisa Richardson's Otis hat, knitted in Alpaca Soft DK, features an all-over rib pattern with a turned-back edge. This one-size piece is knitted in the round on double-pointed needles.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
Pictured here with a contrasting coloured pom pom, the one-size Otis hat is knitted in an all-over texture stitch using Rowan Alpaca Soft DK. The item is worked in the round on double-pointed needles.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Patti poncho is a dramatic study of colour and texture. Knitted using three contrasting shades of Rowan Alpaca Soft DK, the poncho features three alternating texture bands, including a garter stitch check pattern. The pattern accommodates three sizes to fit chests 71-97cm (28-38in); 102-127cm (40-50); and 132-137cm (52-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
Lisa Richardson's colourful Patti shawl showcases alternating bands of textured stitches in six shades of Rowan Alpaca Classic. This project provides a perfect opportunity for confident beginners to try their hand at textured patterns.
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Percy cardigan, which can be worn as part of a twin set (see Bobby Vest) is a short, V-neck, four-buttoned garment featuring bobble and embroidery detail to the cuffs. The garment is knitted with two strands of Rowan Alpaca Classic held together and worked in stocking stitch with a contrasting 2x2 rib to the edges. Sizes available range from chest 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Advanced
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Classic
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Tammi cardigan, which can be worn as part of a twin set (see Wilson Vest), is a semi-cropped garment featuring a V-neck, three buttons, drop shoulders and set-in sleeves. The piece, which is knitted in Rowan Alpaca soft DK, features cable patterns edged in a contrasting 2x2 rib. The pattern accommodates chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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Rowan The Alpaca Collection
The Wilson vest, which can be worn as part of a twin set (see Tammi Cardigan), is knitted using Rowan Alpaca Soft DK. The garment features a low, square neckline, cable work and 2x2 ribbing to the top and bottom edges. The pattern accommodates chest sizes ranging from 71-76cm (28-30in) to 152-157cm (60-62in).
Yarn weight
DK
Skill level
Intermediate
Yarns and Wools
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
Needles
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