The Rowan Wool Yarn Collection

For centuries, knitters have been working with wool, the incredibly warm fibre sourced from a variety of sheep breeds. Wool is known for its softness, breathability, and the way it repels water, making it the ideal choice for our damp British climate.


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From the Sheep's Back...

Wool goes through various stages of cleaning and combing before becoming the soft, lustrous and warm yarn we know and love. Always the staple of British knitters, nothing delights more than a true wool that's beautiful to knit with and a joy to wear.

Wool Patterns

Pebble Island Yarn Lifestyle 6 Resized

Pebble Island:Fully traceable, responsibly farmed pure wool

Spun from the blade-shorn wool of sheep from the Falkland Islands, this yarn is natural, renewable, biodegradable, breathable, hypoallergenic, resilient and elastic, making it comfortable both to knit with and to wear.

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Wool Yarn Story Pure Wool Superwash Worsted

Pure Wool Worsted: Quality pure wool with excellent definition

This award-winning worsted-weight yarn is as versatile as it is popular. Knitters love the colour range, high quality pure wool fibre and soft handle. The excellent stitch definition makes it an easy choice for lace, cables and texture.

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Wool Yarn Story Big Wool

Big Wool: A quick & easy yarn in fabulous, fun wool

With a light spin and paintbox colour palette, Big Wool is the perfect choice for speedy accessories and dramatic garments. Make a statement with a giant cable or cast on a super cosy accessory in the ultimate yarn for winter.

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Wool Yarn Story Merino Aria

Merino Aria: Incredibly soft merino that’s as light as air

This supremely elegant yarn is made from a soft woven tube with wool fibres blown through. This gives it a lofty and airy feel, perfect for light-weight chunky knits and cosy accessories.

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