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Silk Mohair
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A beautiful, soft and shiny yarn with a light and fluffy structure. Isager have created a versatile colour pallet that ranges from subtle naturals through to striking, bold shades. Used primarily w...
Soft Silk Mohair
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Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair is a luxurious blend of the finest Kid Mohair and Mulberry silk.
Their Mohair comes from angora goats bred in South Africa, and the yarn is also produced locally...
Kidsilk Haze
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Ever-popular Kidsilk Haze combines the soft halo of super kid mohair with the vibrant shine of silk in one incredible yarn that is loved by knitters the world over. Kidsilk Haze can be used with a ...
Pure Silk
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A luxurious raw silk yarn with a tender touch and remarkable thermo-regulating properties. This superior quality yarn is spun exclusively from bourette silk fibers, which are sustainably harvested ...
Summerlite 4ply
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Summerlite 4ply is made using 100% of the finest cotton resulting in a beautifully soft, matt yarn, which boasts a wonderful, summery tonal colour palette. This yarn is a perfect choice for spring ...
Handknit Cotton
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An easy care 100% cotton yarn with a soft feel, Handknit Cotton is a classic all rounder. It's perfect for every season knitting and its excellent stitch definition makes it a winning choice for te...
Summerlite DK
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With a generous colour range, this is a classic DK yarn that's perfect for spring and summer projects. The modern matte finish creates an extra-soft feel, while the multi-plied spin gives Summerlit...
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Alpaca Classic
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With its fine weight and intense colour palette, Alpaca Classic is ideal for Fair Isle patterns and light but warm garments and accessories. Its feathery feel and romantic halo are created by filli...
Four Seasons
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Four Seasons is a yarn to transcend the seasons. Smooth and soft to the touch, this durable blend of Soft Cotton and Acrylic Microfibre has superb stitch definition, making it ideal for all kinds o...
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Softyak DK
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Softyak DK transcends the seasons thanks to its blend of cotton, yak and nylon. It has a stunningly soft handle and is static resistant and anti-microbial, which means the fabric stays fresher for ...
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Cotton Cashmere
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Combining spectacular stitch definition with a soft feel, Cotton Cashmere is a modern classic. A rich blend of 85% cotton and 15% cashmere and available in soft tonal shades, it's the perfect yarn ...
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Denim Revive
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There is something so special about denim yarn, and Denim Revive has an added dimension, thanks to its sustainable credentials. Made from recycled cotton fibres that give Denim Revive an almost twe...
Tynn Silk Mohair
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Tynn Silk Mohair is a soft and luxurious blend of the finest mohair, wool and silk. The yarn is thin and goes a long way. If you knit with Tynn Silk Mohair using one or more strands, you will get a...
Exquisite 4 ply
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Stunning lustre and superb drape.
Garments created with Exquisite 4ply can be worn with style and confidence. Using natural and sustainable Falkland wool blended with soft Mulberry silk, this luxur...
Cotton Merino
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Knitting for Olive Cotton Merino is a soft and light blend of 70% cotton and 30% wool. The wool adds bounciness and elasticity to the cotton, making our Cotton Merino a lovely predominantly cotton...
Creative Linen
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With a crisp look but a soft feel, Creative Linen is a winner for spring and summer knits. Great stitch definition means that lace or texture patterns really shine in this yarn, which comes in a fr...
Japansk Bomuld
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With its beautiful taped structure this is an exciting addition to other Isager yarns. At first glance the yarn seems hard and paper like, but it is a 100% cotton yarn and it gets softer when washe...
Tynn Line
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With this blend, the yarn acquires the absorbent and soft properties of cotton and viscose, combined with the cool feeling of linen. The combination of the sheen of the viscose with the matte finis...
Hør Organic Linen
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Hør is 100% organic and good alternative for those who cannot tolerate wool. It can be knitted alone with one, two or more threads, or it can be knitted together with the other yarn qualities.
The...
Tweed Haze
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This unique blend of specially selected fibres includes soft mohair from South Africa, super-fine alpaca, and a cotton core that gives structure to the chainette construction. A refined, romantic h...
Kid Mohair Silk
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Colourful and soft!Kid Mohair Silk is a very fluffy lace-weight yarn. Hold it together with any partner yarn to add a dreamy halo finish to your creations, or knit it alone to create an amazing flo...
Rowan Magazine 75
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Rowan Magazine 75 takes us on a knitting journey from the historic Sheffield Botanic Gardens in Yorkshire to a sun-drenched vineyard in the south of France.
Over 40 designs from your favourite Rowa...
Anker's Summer Shirt Pattern
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Anker’s Summer Shirt is worked from the top down. The yoke is worked in sections of rib with increases in the round, followed by classic raglan increases when the stockinette stitch section begins....
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Laine Issue 20
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Get ready for this lovely spring issue! Laine 20, Waterways, invites you to spend a day by the sea — you can almost smell the salty air and feel the soft breeze in your hair! This issue includes te...
Learn to Knit: The Basics
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The first in a new series, Rowan’s Learn to Knit: The Basics takes thebeginner through essential knitting skills such as casting on, castingoff, and the basic knit and purl stitch. Building on thes...
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Laine Issue 21
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It’s time for the stunning summer issue! Laine 21, Harvest Sun, is filled with beautiful and practical summer knits featuring interesting stitch patterns, engaging techniques and lovely details. Th...
Back To Basics
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Kate Atherley’s basic sock pattern offers simplicity and versatility – available in a wide range of sizes for adults and children, you can choose from ankle length, calf length, or both! Knitted us...
Cumulus Tee Pattern
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The Cumulus Tee is worked in stockinette stitch and has a rounded V-neck in the front. The sleeves are elbow length, and all edges are finished in i-cord. The Cumulus Tee requires no finishing work...
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Sock Collection
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Make strides this season with the Rowan Sock Collection! Seven pairs of stylish socks all worked in Rowan Sock, a delightful colour-changing sock yarn whose shades gently move through washes of co...
Bloom Book Two Baby Cashsoft Merino & Summerlite DK
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A considered collection of comfortable pieces for both mama and baby. Made in tried and trusted Rowan favourites Baby Cashsoft Merino and Summerlite DK, designed to be used interchangeably dependin...
Peer Gynt
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A versatile double knit, Peer Gynt is made from 100% Norwegian wool which is both soft and comfortable. The original and oldest yarn from Sandnes Garn, it has been on the market since 1938. Especia...
Silk Mohair
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A beautiful, soft and shiny yarn with a light and fluffy structure. Isager have created a versatile colour pallet that ranges from subtle naturals through to striking, bold shades. Used primarily w...
Fritidsgarn
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This chunky, 100% Norwegian wool comes in a range of striking colours. It is lovely to knit with but can also be felted.
The chunky and defined structure makes it an excellent 'learn to knit' yarn.
Felted Tweed
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Ask any Rowan fan for their favourite yarn and there's a good chance it'll be Felted Tweed. Spun in a light DK weight, with a beautiful tweed effect and an amazing 50+ colours to choose from, it's ...
Tynn Peer Gynt
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A thinner version of the ever popular original Peer Gynt.
Garments made of Norwegian wool are light, warm and grow softer every time you wear them. Norwegian wool is durable and pill-resistant, and...
Rowan Magazine 76
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Told through one captivating story, ‘Heritage’, Magazine 76 celebrates the heartland of Rowan. The seasonal and ever-changing landscape of Yorkshire, the home of Rowan, is the inspiration and backd...
4 Projects Brushed Fleece Essentials
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This collection of quick to knit and easy to wear pieces will fit effortlessly into your seasonal wardrobe and most likely be worn on repeat! A textured jumper, buttoned cardigan, hat and cowl work...
Finding Our Purpose
'Put Your Stitches On Hold' Stitch Holders
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Flexible stitch Holders for you knitting projects. Use them when you need to put your stitches on hold or when trying on your project. Stitch holders fit for knitting needles size 2-5 mm [US 0-8]. ...
Recycled Cotton Buttons
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Beautiful buttons to add the finishing touch to your garments whilst being an eco freindly choice.
These stylish buttons are make of at least 70% recycled cotton with the remainder being a matt res...
SOAK: No-Rinse Wool Wash Detergent
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SOAK is the essential solution for cleaning, reviving, and protecting your cherished garments and creations. Designed to perfection, Soak is a effortlessly cleans and revitalizes your favourite ite...
Locking Stitch Markers
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Plastic locking markers to help keep count of knitting stitches in 3 assorted bright colours
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Twill and Print Row Counter Large
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Never loose your place again with these gorgeous row counters. They have two pins on the bag so you can pin it to your project bag. Sturdy, metal construction and stunning designs mean these are a ...
Black Wool Needles size 16
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The Pony Black range of hand sewing needles have a black non-reflective surface with a white eye and are Nickel free.
This pack includes: 2x wool needles at size 16, One with a blunt and one with ...
Twill and Print Row Counter Small
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Keep track of things with these beautiful row counters. These can also clip straight onto your work to use as markers. Sturdy metal construction and fabulous designs.
Smyrna/Wool Needles
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Bent ends, long eyes and blunt tips make these needles perfect for sewing up knitted garments.
Sizes 14-18Pack contains:2x metal needles
Point Protectors: Set of 4
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Stop stitches from dropping off your needles with these handy point protectors/end stoppers.
Suitable for both straight and circular needles sizes 2mm to10mm
Pack contains:2x large2x small
Sock Blocker
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Shape and dry your hand knitted socks with these colourful blockers.
Made of robust anodised aluminium, these blockers will be sure to put the finishing touch to those labour-of-love socks.
Availab...
Tapestry Needles
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Pack of four plastic tapestry needles, perfect for sewing up your projects or weaving in ends. They have a large eye and a blunt tip. This pack included 4 needles; 2x large and 2x small.
Wool Needle Set
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KnitPro colourful aluminium wool needles.
Soft plastic loops at the end make for easy threading and the smooth aluminium finish make them perfect for finishing or repairing your creations.
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Knit Pro T Pins (50 pack)
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Pack of 50 T Pins - strong, heavy pins perfect for blocking your knits or pinning slipcover fabrics on to upholstery.
Made of stainless steel and approx. 40mm long.
Baby Bow Scissors
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Just perfect at 6.75cm - nearly 3"
Best for snipping threads rather than cutting cloth.
Hand finished in smooth black with a monogrammed M for Merchant & Mills. Sharp as an arrow and serious...
Blocking Mats: 9 Pieces
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This set of blocking mats comprises of 9 interlocking foam boards which are simple to put together and stay firmly in place.
Perfect for blocking crochet, needlework and knitting projects, keeping...
Ring Stitch Markers
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Solid plastic ring stitch markers. Slip them onto your needles for marking pattern repeats, increases, decreases etc.
Pack of 50
Contains 3 sizes:10 x 16.5mm20 x 10.0mm20 x 6.0mm
Wooden Darning Mushroom
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Repair your favourites and fix holes in socks, sleeves and other garments.
Smooth wooden hand-darning tool in the traditional mushroom shape. Allows you to stretch and secure area for repair.
Fine Work Gold Scissors
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Perfectly crafted gold snips engraved with the Merchant & Mills 'M'.
These are handy for having next to your project for snipping threads and those delicate details. High quality and pretty!
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Aluminium Cable Needles (2.5mm & 4mm)
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Set of two Aluminium cable needles with a bent centre to hold stitches securely while knitting cables. Colour coded with a smooth finish and a well proportioned taper.
Sizes included:2.5 mm4.0 mm
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