David MacLeod, Brand Manager at Rowan
David MacLeod grew up just outside Edinburgh on a working country estate where his father worked. This is when his knowledge of fibre began, growing up working on the estate, involved in animal husbandry and the shearing of sheep. Knitting has always been in his life; his mother, grandmother and great grandmother all knitted, not as a hobby but to make school jumpers or warm woolens to wear while working on the croft farm in the north of Scotland.
Joining Rowan in 2008 meant that he ‘completes the circle’; his brother and brother in law are still farmers. Having studied graphic design it was a natural step to design and process management at Rowan and to becoming Brand Manager.
“From its beginnings in 2019, MODE at Rowan is a diffusion collection which has become renowned for stylish knitwear and timeless design with a solid reputation for contemporary, on trend wardrobe staples and seasonal colour palettes.”
119346-020 SOFTEST ALPACA
70% Alpaca, 7% Wool, 23% Polyamide 50g – 130m | Sold in a pack of 10.
57% Alpaca 43% Cotton 25g–120m | Sold in a pack of 10. 119345-020
119344 MODE ALPACA HAZE
58% Alpaca 22% Wool 20% Polyamide | 25g-212 Sold in packs of 10 | 2 new shades
50% Alpaca, 50% Wool 50g–116m | Sold in a pack of 10. 119341-020
100% Merino Wool
50g-80m | Sold in a pack of 10
Wool | 100g – 100m Sold in a pack of 10.
Established in 1978…
Rowan started life above a grocery store in a village near Huddersfield, in West Yorkshire, England. While initially specialising in weaving supplies and knitting kits, the founders wanted to produce yarn which was both high quality and perfect for the hand-knitting design trends of the time. Their business focus was to showcase natural fibres in a paint-box colour palette, and so Lightweight DK was born with 98 shades. They placed the utmost value on providing yarn shades which could be translated into timeless design, and these values are still at the core of Rowan today.
The Rowan name was inspired by the beautiful shrubs lining the banks of the Holme River in Yorkshire, an area deeply entwined with British textile heritage and traditions. There has always been a nod to the Rowan leaves in our logos as they have evolved. The ethos of growing our brand, providing quality fibres, and staying true to our knitters and crocheters has remained the same throughout the years.
Today, we still use the inspiration of our key designers, and Kaffe Fassett is first amongst them, continuing to design incredible knits in his signature colourful style. Currently, he’s joined by an elite team of talented designers, including Lisa Richardson, Martin Storey, Erika Knight, Brandon Mably, ARNE & CARLOS, Quail Studio, and Georgia Farrell. Rowan’s ultimate mission remains the same as it’s always been—to offer a selection of high-quality yarns paired with designer-led inspiration that our followers will find a pleasure to knit with and to wear.
MODE COLOURMIX
47% Cotton, 30% Wool, 23% Alpaca 50g | 100m/109yds
Sold in a pack of 10. Colourmix is a subtle blend of soft, muted colour balanced with a warm cream foundation. Crafted from a luxurious blend of alpaca, cotton, and wool, this sofilli yarn showcases MODE’s gentle colour palette, which is seamlessly woven through cotton, creating a delicate mix of shades.
734000
GÜTERMANN SEW ALL THREAD PACK
250m | Pack of 6 Spools | 100 % Polyester Available in two colour assortments.
731136
GÜTERMANN SEWING THREAD SET RPET
100m | Set of 4 spools
Universal sewing thread made from 100% recycled polyester. Suitable for machine or hand sewing. Works well with all fabrics, textiles, and many other materials.
The raw material is recycled PET bottles. Ideal for seams, topstitching, decorative stitches, and embellishments.
011454 BIRCH ECO WASH DETERGENT
50 Sheets per box. Unsented and Lavender.
Eco Wash Detergent sheets are pre-measured dissolvable laundry detergent papers designed as an eco-friendly alternative to liquid or powder detergents. They are plastic-free, lightweight, and work in all machine types and water temperatures.
Simply add your clothes to the washer with required detergent sheets amount. Use less, save more! You control the amount. No wasted detergent, no wasted plastics. Lightweight design is ideal for travel and saves on storage space.
UP TO 100 LOADS WITH 50 SHEETS
• 1/2 sheet on small load
• 1x sheet on medium load
• 2x sheets on large load
731307-1
GÜTERMANN SEWING THREAD SET EXTRA STRONG
100m | Extra Strong Thread
100% polyester | Set of 5 Spools
Perfect for sewing heavy-duty seams on denim or other dense fabrics such as canvas or leather. High tensile-strength thread. Washable up to 95°C and suitable for tumble drying.
SEW TASTY CERAMIC MUG
These Sew Tasty Ceramic Mugs are a fun and practical gift for sewing enthusiasts and brightens tea breaks and stitching sessions. Mug designs are inspired by a rotary cutter, sewing machine and yarn ball.
N4371.7
500ml | PURPLE ROTARY BLADE
N4371.8
500ml | WHITE/BLUE SEWING MACHINE
N4352.2 SEW TASTY MAGNETIC SEAM GUIDES
3x Designs | 30pcs.
30 Seam Guides: 10x Sewing Machine Design + 10x Pin Cushion Design + 10x thread reel Design
NOT recommended for computerised sewing machines.
Additional magnets stored behind.
NL4197 SEW EASY DRESSMAKERS SQUARE RULER
365 x 605mm. Metric measurements.
This transparent Dressmakers Square Ruler is used as a drafting tool for creating right angles, squaring off garment blocks, and drawing hip/wasteline curves when creating patterns.
N4371.9 650ml | WHITE SHEEP
N4398 SEW TASTY METAL KEY RINGS
6 Assorted designs | 30pcs.
Key chain designs depict: Quilt squares, yarn balls, sewing machine, pin cushion & heart shaped yarn ball with knitting needles.
TRIMITS WOODEN SEWING BOX
Vintage style Wooden Sewing Boxes to store and organise small notions and craft accessories. These boxes exude elegance while providing functionality when stored on a shelf or your worktable. Ideal for any sewist andmakes for a great gift.
Three compartment wooden box with a wooden base and metal acrylic lid.
300 x 200 x 120mm
This sewing themed box is completely wooden and features a latch lid closure.
122151
WARM & NATURAL COTTON BATTING ROLL
315cm x 27m | 100% cotton.
Warm & Natural products are the perfect soft, warm batting for quilts. Fibres are punched with hundreds of needles through a strong, thin scrim to prevent tearing, shifting or migration.The evenly layered fibres stay in place inside your quilt, even after a lifetime of gentle washing. It will not separate or bunch and dyes easily, its easy to work with and is the perfect material for both internal and external uses.
TRIMITS CRAFT BUTTONS
Assorted colours | 50g | Tube Containers | 18 Tubes per Display
Coloured buttons, ranging from 9mm to 23mm in size. Perfect for a variety of projects. High-quality polyester buttons that will add a touch of charm to your creations. Buttons are durable and long-lasting.
BPCDU.BRT
PLENTY OF STOCK - PLENTY OF STOCK - PLENTY OF STOCK - PLENTY OF STOCK - PLENTY OF STOCK
122551
WARM & WHITE NEEDLED COTTON BATTING - ROLL
315cm x 27m
Warm & White is wonderfully white needled cotton batting. 100% cotton fibers are punched with hundreds of needles into a strong, thin base material to prevent tearing, shifting or migration. The needling process holds the fibers together without glue or resins. The evenly layered fibers stay in place inside your quilt even with generations of washings. Will not separate or bunch.
Contains no glue or resins
• Quilt or tie up to 10” apart
Will not beard
Fabric naturally clings to batting
• Keeps its shape wash after wash
Ideal for any creative project
From the world’s first pigment ink pad to inks that inspire creators globally, Tsukineko leads with quality, creativity, and colour. Since being founded in 1952, Tsukineko has always strived to be the leading manufacturer of high quality inks and ink pads.
Brilliance Range
This water-based pigment ink is unique in that it can air-dry on glossy (coated) paper, and its colours appear particularly vibrant. The ink flows well and can even be used as paint.
Additionally, it can be applied with a dauber and used on tracing/vellum paper as well.
Memento Range
On coated paper, the ink is absorbed beautifully even on fine designs. It dries particularly quickly on regular paper, making it ideal for quick-drying projects such as season’s card and notebooks. Compared to conventional dye ink, it has more beautiful coloration and is highly resistant to water and light.
VersaFine Clair
23 Colours
This ink is ideal for creating detailed design stamps. Even thin lines appear clear and sharp. Once dry, it repels water and does not smudge. Additionally, it has excellent light resistance.
J7058
Delicata Range
Fabrico Markers
25 Colours | Dual Tip
Create your original designs on bags, T-shirts, and more. The ink won’t bleed on fabric and delivers vivid, crisp colours. Once ironed, the design stays even after washing.
J7010
Experience sparkling, beautiful metallic colours with this water-based pigment ink. The colours are clear and vivid, and won’t fade, excellent water resistance.
This ink is best suited for use on black or dark-coloured papers.
VersaMagic
This water-based pigment ink is also unique in that it can air-dry on glossy (coated) paper, matt finish. The ink flows well and can even be used as paint. This ink is suitable for thin paper such as notebooks because it does not bleed through.
The ink, which is based on pigments, is resistant to fading.
MAA990
KNITTING MACHINE - PROFESSIONAL
15cm Diameter | Small Machine | 22 needles.
Easy and convenient knitting with fantastic results within minutes guaranteed. The addiExpress has a practical thread guide and a mechanical row counter. Perfect for non-knitters thanks to the crank and numerous instruction books.
Do you want to crank decorations, scarves or socks? Then the small “addiExpress Professional” is perfect. Handy small for fixed cranked projects.
MA877
ADDI EXPRESS BOOK - FUNDIMENTAL GUIDE BOOK ENGLISH
The indispensable book for all fans of the addiExpress knitting machines! 132 pages of inspiration, practical tips and in-depth knowledge, you will learn everything you need for a successful start and creative projects with your addiExpress machines.
Whether you are just starting out or the addiExpress is already one of your favourite tools, this book will be a reliable companion and will provide you with new ideas and inspiration for new projects time and time again
MAA182.1760 STITCH HOLDER
13.5cm in length.
2 stitch holders to hold stitches for short rows, and collars.
MAA402.1780 NEEDLE HOLDERS
Keep your needles secure and stitches in place. The spring inside hold the needles securely.
MAA413 ADDI TO GO NEEDLE PROTECTOR
The unique and practical turnover maker. Set in box: 1 x 1.5 – 5 mm / US 000 – 8 1 x 5.5 – 10 mm / US 9 – 15
Or in polybag 10 x small Or in polybag 10 x large
MAA407.6 STITCH MARKERS
6 pieces per pack. Made from plastic and with a flexible opening, you can choose whether you slip them onto your needles or clip them into place between your stitches.
MAA496 ADDI LINT SHAVER
Wool shaver to remove lint and fuzz from all wool textiles. Shaves off lint without harming your garments leaving your clothing looking like new! Battery-operated, batteries are not included.
MAA890
KNITTING MACHINE - KING SIZE
35cm Diameter | Large Machine | 46 needles.
The knitting machines for even more options and even larger knitted pieces. Attached to the table in a few simple steps, flat and circular knitted pieces succeed in no time. Socks, hats, bedspreads, runners, anything is possible. Mechanical counter included. The addiExpress Kingsize is perfect for large projects such as clothing or home accessories. With it, large areas can be winded in no time at all.
MAA640.SET
MAA880
ADDI EGG KNITTING MACHINE
The popular knitting machines addiExpress and addiExpress Kingsize have had offspring - the addiEi. Not for consumption but for a lot of fun there is this small knitting machine with 6 needles for 3-4 mm thick yarn. Knitting cords are finished in no time.
This completes the addi knitting machine family for the time being, and we can’t wait to see what addi fans conjure up with it.
• Small knitting machine with 6 needles
• Knitting cords are finished in no time Instruction manual and weight are included in the package
ADDI ADDISWING CASE – CROCHET HOOKS ASSORTED
The addiSwings textile case contains 7 ergonomic addiSwing crochet hooks from 2-8mm (16cm) in a bag.
Perfect for on the go and safely stored. The long handle fits comfortably in the hand when crocheting and the bulge provides good grip for the fingers.
The total length is 16cm.
MAA868
ADDI EXPRESS THREAD TENSION GUIDE
The addi tension guide is specially adapted for both sizes of addiExpress knitting machines (Professional and Kingsize). It can therefore be fixed particularly securely in the golden yarn guide of the machines. All sizes of yarn recommended for addiExpress (4-8 mm needle size) can be fixed with the thread tensioner.
Hole sizes 3 - 4 mm
MA922
ADDI LOOP
This Addi Loop Needle set come with 2 different sizes of wool needle: 2.5 mm and 3.75 mm. They are for sewing up thicker sizes of wool.
MAA280.1300
KNITTERS YARN GUIDE RING THIMBLE
A flexible wire coil ring, designed to assist knitters when working with stranded colourwork that require handling two yarns at the same time.
Made in Germany.
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