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Spring/Summer 2006
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Title: Knitting and Crochet Magazine No. 37 (ZM37)


Designers: Kaffe Fassett, Louisa Harding, Sarah Dallas, Martin Storey, Sasha Kagan, Brandon Mably, Carol Meldrum, Leah Sutton, Sharon Miller, Jenny Atkinson, Laura Long, Lucinda Guy, Lois Daykin, Sarah Hatton, Melody Griffiths and Stella Smith


Yarn: Summer Tweed, Handknit Cotton, All Seasons Cotton, Calmer, 4 Ply Cotton, Cotton Glace, Cotton Tape, Linen Print, Lurex Shimmer, 4 Ply Soft, Kidsilk Haze, All Seasons Cotton
Description: The magazine has a romantic inspirational feel about it. The stable of designers used this season is especially strong, with new designers Sarah Hatton, Melody Griffiths and Stella Smith, making their debut appearances. We have retained the excellent styling and photography flair of Kim Hargreaves and Joey Toller for 3 of the stories, whilst also introducing a new team for one of the stories, Emma Freemantle, stylist and Gisella Toress, photographer.

There are four stories:
Last Resort - A fresh feel with a relaxed holiday atmosphere. Photographed by Joey Toller and styled by Kim Hargreaves. Cool shades have been used in 4ply Cotton, Handknit Cotton, Cotton Tape and Cotton Glace.
Raw Sophistication - A story with a city twist to the country. Photographed by Joey Toller and styled by Kim Hargreaves. Featuring All Seasons Cotton, Linen Print, Summer Tweed, Calmer, Handknit Cotton, Cotton Glace and Cotton Tape.
Fine Romance - A romantic dreamy tale. Photographed by Gisella Toress, styled by Emma Freemantle. Featuring Kidsilk Haze, Calmer, 4ply Cotton and Handknit Cotton.
Mixed Messages - An eclectic colourful mix to brighten any winter's day. Photographed by Joey Toller and styled by Kim Hargreaves. Featuring Calmer, Cotton Tape, Linen Print, All Seasons Cotton, Summer Tweed, Handknit Cotton, Summer Tweed, Lurex Shimmer, 4ply Cotton and Cotton Glace.

Features:

o Market traders' article centres on Portobello Road Market, highlighting the designers creative thought process. Written by Alex Buxton.
o Finishing touches article illustrating the joy to be had in creating a special crochet patch that can be used to embellish and personalise a piece to treasure.
o Sweet Dreams article displaying the versatility of cushion design and the variety of options available to personalise them. Designed specially for the magazine by Lois Daykin, styled by Kim Hargreaves and photographed by Mark Scott. Feature written by Alex Buxton.
o Leah Sutton designer profile. Written by Kathryn Samuel.
o Double page spread on the new brand RYC.
o What's New
Order Code: ZM37
Price: £9.95

Title: The Cotton Rope Collection (ZB31)

Designer: Martin Storey


Yarn: Cotton Rope


Description: New for Spring/Summer 2005, Cotton Rope is a softly twisted rope-effect yarn that is simply perfect for the summer. Available in a palette of bright, `fruity' colours, Cotton Rope consists of 55% cotton and 45% acrylic, and is knitted on 6nun needles. Soft & lightweight, this is a chunky which ensures a satisfyingly quick knit! Colours range from `Fruit Gum' pink and `Lemonade' yellow to 'Parma' violet and `Calypso' blue, and with a whole brochure dedicated to this new yam, there are plenty of designs to choose from. The Cotton Rope Collection is packed full of simple knits and crochet accessory projects which are suitable for all skill levels. Summer scarves, shawls, beanie hats and belts feature alongside simple vests, waistcoats and ponchos, ensuring something for everyone.

Price: £5.50
Format: 240 mm x 185 mm perfect bound Order code: ZB31

Title: Beach Cool (ZB32)


Designer: An exciting new collection of 16 designs by Lois Daykin


Yarn: Linen Print and Cotton Braid


Description: Beautifully shot on location on Brighton beach, `Beach Cool' is the second of Rowan's brochures for Spring 2005. Dedicated to fancy yarns Linen Print and Cotton Braid, whose appearance last year caused quite a stir, Beach Cool contains sixteen exciting designs by popular designer Lois Daykin. The brochure reflects the traditional British seaside resort, with carousels, deckchairs and the pier as the backdrop, and features brand new shades of both yarns.

In Cotton Braid we have new shades `Botticelli' a gorgeous purple and lilac mix, and `Khmt' pink. In Linen Print there is `Smoky', a wonderful mixture of blues, greens and reds, and `Breeze', a delightful blend of natural pinks, beiges and greens.

From sweaters to vests, bikinis to bags, this new and exciting collection of designs has something for everyone.

Price: £5.50 Order Code: ZB32
Format: 240 mm x 240 mm perfect bound


Title: CLASSIC Garden (ZCB02)


Designer. Martin Storey


Yarn: Cashsoft 4 Ply and Cashcotton 4 Ply


Description: Classic Garden is the second brochure in the RYC Classic Collection, featuring a brand new and delightful collection of 4 Ply handknits, designed with the mature but style conscious knitter in mind. Shot on location in a wonderfully traditional English country garden, this brochure features a range of designs that are perfect for those long, lazy summer days lounging in the garden, tending the borders or simply taking tea on the lawn.
Designs include 'Bouquet', a pretty flower basket pocket cardigan, 'Garden' floral patchwork wrap jacket and 'Fruity' frill trimmed sweater. To accompany this beautiful brochure is a range of wonderfully luxurious yarns:

Cashsoft 4 ply is a velvety, cosy cashmere and wool blend in a sumptuous palette of summer colours including 'Rose Lake' pink, 'Spa' blue, Dive, Monet, Weather and Cream.
Cashcotton 4 ply is a blend of cashmere and cotton - a cool summer palette of shades including 'Seafoam' green, Chintz and Cork.


Price: £5.50


The RYC CLASSIC Collection is a range of handknits that are designed to be a joy to knit and a pleasure to wear, for the woman wanting to boost her wardrobe with those key handknits that compliment every outfit.

Title: CLASSIC Cafe (ZCB01)


Designer. Martin Storey


Yarn: Cashsoft DK and Cashcotton DK


Description: Classic Cafe is the first brochure in the RYC Classic Collection, a brand new and charming collection of DK handknits, designed with the mature but style conscious knitter in mind. Shot on location in one of London's most fashionable high streets, Classic Cafe features a range of handknits that are ideal for getting together with friends for a coffee, picnics in the park, walking the dog or even just window shopping.
Designs include the witty `Deli' trellis trim cardigan coat, the must-have `Manhattan' fringe trim tailored jacket, `Broadway' cable and `Liberty' stripe. To accompany this beautiful brochure is a range of wonderfully luxurious yarns:
Cashsoft DK is a velvety, cosy cashmere and wool blend featuring a sumptuous palette of summer colours including 'Bella Donna' lilac, `Sweet' pink and `Mirage' blue.
Cashcotton DK is a blend of cashmere and cotton in a cool summer palette of shades including `Apple' green, Magenta and Quartz.

Price: £5.50

JAEGER
H A N D K N I T S


ADVANCED INFORMATION
SPRING/SUMMER 2005


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB34 - DK Brochure

Designer: Louisa Harding


Yarn: Aqua & Trinity


Description: A cool classic collection photographed in a
contemporary setting featuring sweaters, cardigans and sleeveless tops. The shades used depict the soft calm feel of summer creating pieces that will stand the test of time.


Format: 275 mm x 225 mm.
Price: £4.95

Title: Jaeger Handknits JB35 - 4ply Brochure


Designer: Louisa Harding


Yarn: Siena


Description: The collection is feminine and classical with designs satisfying our desire for scarves, shawls, cardigans and pretty sweaters The setting used for this brochure is cool and airy with a sophisticated feel.
Format: 275 mm x 225 mm,

Price: £4.95
Launch date: 1st February 2005

 


 

AUTUMN WINTER 2004/2005
ADVANCED INFORMATION


Title: Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 36


Designers: Over 30 designs from Kim Hargreaves, Kaffe Fassett, Martin Storey, Sarah Dallas, Sharon Miller, Louisa Harding, Brandon Mably, Sasha Kagan, Leah Sutton, Carol Meldrum, Tomoko Yamanaka, Laura Long, Marion Foale and Anna Wheeler.

Yarn: 4 ply Soft, Kidsilk Haze, Kid Classic, Felted Tweed, Plaid, Wool Cotton, Lurex Shimmer, Chunky Cotton Chenille, Polar and the Yorkshire Tweed family.

Description: This season the magazine includes a mix of fashion and editorial features with a strong, retro feel. The four fashion stories are:

About a Girl - Soft and girly garments in watery shades. This feminine collection features Kid Classic and Kidsilk Haze in textured sweaters, cardigans and scarves and includes crochet.

The Depths of Winter - Photographed in the snow with a ski chalet feel, this collection includes the use of the heavier Rowan yarns such as Plaid and Polar which are knitted into rugged garments. This collection includes menswear and has an active, outdoor feel.


Go Girl - Re-visit the glossy glamour of the 70's with garments inspired by the designs of the time. Photographed in a simple studio setting, the bold garments include the sparkle of Lurex Shimmer and bead work to evoke a true diva style.
Pure Vintage - This collection is photographed against the backdrop of a french chateau and ruins to reflect the vintage feel of the garments. With fairisle, lace and floral garments which have a tailored look and include embroidery and embellishment.


Other features include a look at fashion exhibitions and museums alongside a profile of the designer Marion Foale. A section on edgings will help you transform a simple shape into a personalised garment. There is also a designer cushion feature and our usual `What's New' review of the cutting edge of knitting and crochet.

Price: 8.95


Title: Seven Easy Pieces

Description: A collection of seven single simple patchwork projects by Pauline Smith with beginners in mind. These are skillfully designed to use just ten fabrics selected from the Rowan Kaffe Fassett Fabric Collection.
Detail: Colours chosen are blues, lime and lilac, spiced up with tangerine and watermelon from the Shot Cotton range, and a blue and white stripe added for a cool contemporay look. The seven projects - a trio of coordinated cushions, two quilts, a bag and a floor cushion (Blue Note' featured on the cover) - all look well in both modern and more traditional settings.
Some of the smaller projects can very easily, be extended into larger items such as quilts or even curtains.
With full colour photography throughout by Adrian Briscoe, every project is accompanied by a `flat shot', detailed written instructions and easy to follow coloured piecing diagrams.the additional patchwork `know-how' section and glossary cover all the techniques and terms used - a plus for those with little or no experience.

Price: £7.95

Launch: May 2004

Title: A Ribbon Twist Collection

Designer: Kim Hargreaves

Yarn: Ribbon Twist and Big, Wool Tuft

Description: Do the Twist with Rowan's latest yarn - Ribbon Twist, a spray dyed ribbon wrapped around a loosely twisted wool, held together with either a black or ecru binder. It knits quickly into the classic garments designed by Kim Hargreaves and the brochure contains fifteen comfortable yet stylish designs including sweaters, scarves and shrugs photographed in a simple setting. Incorporating the new Big Wool Tuft alongside Ribbon Twist, the designs have a fun, "British Cool" feel.
Format: 185mm x 240mm


Price: £4.99


Title: Big Just Got Bigger (ZB30)
Designers: Kim Hargreaves, Martin Storey, Carol Meldruin. Leah Sutton, Laura Long and Anna Wheeler
Yarn: Chunky Print, Biggy Print and Big Wool. Including the 6 new Melange shades in Big Wool and 4 shades of the new Bi Wool Tuft.
Description: The brochure is filled \vith contemporary designs for garments and accessories. There are textured jackets and skinny scarves from Kiln Hargreaves, chunky cabled sweaters for men from Martin Storey, a fur stitch collar with pompom trims from Carol Meldrum, a quirky bag from Leah Sutton, a poncho and Sloppy Joe sweater from Laura Long and a multi-coloured scarf and argyle slipover from Anna Wheeler. All photographed in and around a country house with a fun feel and eccentric styling.

Format: 240mm x 240mm, perfect bound
Launch Date for all: 1" August 2004


Title: Vintage Style
Designers: King Hargrcaves, Kaffe Fassett. Martin Storey, Sarah Dallas, Sharon Peake. Louisa Harding, Brandon Mably and Lucinda Guy.
Yarn: 4 ply Soft Kidsllk Hlize, Kid Classic. Felted Tweed and the Yorkshire Tweed family.
Description: The book gathers its inspiration from a mix of classic films and is photographed in -and around <l pretty farmhouse. The garments arc 11 MIX of richly colour-cd designs, multicoloured patterns, Fairisles, lace, bead work and cables. All designed by some of the best knitwear designers around and including Gloves, scarves and hats.
Price: /-1 D
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Launch Date: September ?()()4


JAEGER HANDKNITS
ADVANCED INFORMATION

Autumn/Winter 2004/05


Title: Jaeger Handknits - JB30 4 Ply Brochure


Details: 18 designer garments and accessories in


Description: A collection of 18 designer handknits and accessories using the Autumn/Winter Jaeger 4 Ply range of yarns. This brochure was shot in Spitalfields area of London, a beautifully restored Huguenot 18' Century 'Silk Weavers' home. The traditional knits of the 1940's and 50's have inspired the shapes and texture of this collection. Pretty bobble boleros, 1940's Aran's and lace patterns feature together with floral embroidered cardigans. New colours for this season include 'grape vine' and 'heath' green

Price: £4.50


Title: Jaeger Handknits - JB31 DK Brochure

Details: 18 designer garments and accessories in Matchmaker DK, Extra Fine Merino DK and Luxury Tweed

Description: A collection of 18 designer handknits and accessories using the Autumn/Winter Jaeger DK range of yarns. 'The lady who loves to shop' is the inspiration for this collection, shot on location in a modern London home for a sharper, more contemporary look. Knits inspired by 1970's include fitted rib, polo-neck sweaters, sailor stripes, 'Mary Quant' floral coat, 'dinky' bags and hats. A new range of 'juicy' pinks feature throughout together with a palate of 'classic neutrals'.

Price: £4.50


Title: Jaeger Handknits - JB32 Aran & Chunky Brochure

Details: 15 designer garments and accessories in Extra Fine Merino Aran, Extra Fine Merino Chunky and Fur.

Description: A collection of 15 designer handknits and accessories using the Autumn/Winter Jaeger Aran and Chunky range of yarns for both men and women. 'City Weekenders' is the inspiration for this collection, knits to be worn on those weekends browsing round the shops & city markets, or just relaxing at home. Shot on location in an 'electic' family home, shapes feature textured capes, fur-trim coats, bobble ponchos and zip-up jackets. New colours for this Autumn/Winter include bright 'Pandora' pink and 'dahlia' red, together with rich 'toast' and 'Colombian' browns.

Price: £4.50


Title: Jaeger Handknits - JB33 Natural Fleece & Fur Brochure

Details: 10 designer garments and 14 accessories in Natural Fleece and Fur

Description: A collection of 10 designer handknits and 14 accessories using the Autumn/Winter Jaeger Natural Fleece and Fur ranges of yarns. Shot on location in the grounds of a rambling, small stately home for a 'Winter Wonderland' look with knits and hats designed to snuggle up against the bitter cold weather. Funky fur-trim ponchos, wild fur afghans, sheepskin-look waistcoats, leaf-patchwork scarves and throws, big bobble bags and hats feature. New colours for this season include
'pea hen' green, 'pink cat', 'ivory', dark 'oxford' blue and 'Bordeaux'.

Price: £4.50
Launch Date For All: 1 st August 2003

 


SPRING SUMMER 2004

Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 35


Designers: There are over 40 designs with work from; Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Louisa Harding, Sarah Dallas, Sasha Kagan, Laura Long, Brandon Mably, Carol Meldrum, Sharon Peake, Martin Storey and Leah Sutton.


Yarns: 4 Ply Cotton, Cotton Glace, Handknit DK Cotton, Calmer, All Seasons Cotton, Summer Tweed and Cotton Tape.


Description: The magazine contains our usual mix of fashion and editorial features. The four fashion stories are:


The Traveller - An exciting collection of bold patterned garments with a hippy feel utilising Summer Tweed, Cotton Glace and Handknit DK Cotton. Photographed with a classic VW van, a long line `Shaded Diamond' coat from Kaffe Fassett and a dramatic `Tom Tom' cardigan from Louisa Harding sit next to the more restful 'Baluchistan Stripe' with plaited details from Sasha Kagan.

Funny Girl - Knitted in bright shades of 4 Ply Cotton and Cotton Glace, classic 40's and 50's styles are given an update. There is a pretty camisole and a lace cardigan with fairisle trim from Sarah Dallas, a beaded short sleeved sweater, a leaf lace cardigan with contrast edgings, from Kim Hargreaves and a fairisle cardigan with eyelets from Louisa Harding.

Ray of Light - Strikingly sexy garments knitted and crocheted in pale shades of All Seasons Cotton, Calmer, Summer Tweed and Cotton Tape. Photographed against a simple backdrop the garments include a crochet dress, bolero with leather thong fastening and a mesh poncho.

Roman Holiday - A collection of new designs for men and women with a 50's feel. The garments feature in a series of holiday snaps from Rome and include an off the shoulder sweater by Kim Hargreaves and a `Badly Drawn' sweater by Brandon Mably.

Other features include a Master Class on crochet, a look at a New York yarn store, alternative colourways, a designer bag article and `What's New'.
Price: £8.95

Linen Print Collection


Designer: Kim Hargreaves

Yarn: Linen Print is one of our wonderful new yarns for this Spring/Summer. There are eight shades available, blush, pip, peachy, cocktail, moody, crush, sandy and refresher. Linen Print has an unusual knitted construction and is made from 70% viscose and 30% linen.

Description: Photographed in and around an Italian villa near Rome, the collection includes seventeen designs for men and women. Garments photographed at night have a glamorous look and include a long line coat and a fringed skirt. These contrast with the playful feel of those shot around the pool which include a laced tunic, chevron vest and mesh cardigan. The collection also features accessories, including a scarf and shawl.

Price: £4.50


It's A Tape Thing

Designer: Kim Hargreaves

Yarn: The Cotton Tape range has been updated with the addition of seven new shades; five bright - acidic, swish, fever, scorched and electric, and two dark shades - spider and sullen.

Description: This season the Cotton Tape has been given a very contemporary look with twenty designs including garments and accessories, featuring both knitting and crochet. Garments include a long line coat, a sweater with drop stitch details, a vest featuring a racing back, a crocheted mini skirt, and a batwing sweater with striped detailed bands. Amongst the accessories are skinny scarves and bags, both knitted and crocheted, a beret, beanie hat and crocheted shawl.
Price: £4.50

Cotton Braid Collection

Designer: Martin Storey

Details: 15 Designer garments plus accessories in Cotton Braid.

Description: Cotton Braid, an exciting cotton/linen mix (68% cotton, 22% viscose, 10% linen), braided yarn in 8 shades, is new for Rowan this spring/summer. The rrp is £4.25 and has a meterage of 50m per ball. The Art Deco buildings and 30's swimming pools found in Frinton-On-Sea provides a perfect backdrop for this brochure, with designs inspired by the deco paradise of Miami and Florida. Simple-to-knit shapes like the 'Malibu' net ponchos, `Mambo' fringe vests, `Lambada' hoods and `Havana' batwings feature in this brochure. Colours for spring/summer 2004 include `Cezanne' cream, 'Monet' pink, 'Matisse' blue and `Van Gough' orange.

Price: £4.50
Launch Date for all: 15 February 2004


 

AUTUMN WINTER 2003/2004
ADVANCED INFORMATION


Title: Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 34


Designers: Over forty designs with work from Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Louisa Harding, Martin Storey, Sarah Dallas, Sasha Kagan, Jean Moss, Brandon Mably, Carol Meldrum and Leah Sutton.
Yarns: 4 Ply Soft, Wool Cotton, Kidsilk Haze, Kid Classic, Lurex Shimmer, Polar, Magpie Aran, Summer Tweed, Chunky Chenille, Cork, Felted Tweed, Rowanspun 4 Ply, DK, Aran and Chunky.
Description: The magazine contains our usual mix of fashion and editorial features. The four fashion stories are:


English Eccentrics - A beautiful collection of very classic designs using Kid Silk Haze, 4 Ply Soft and Kid Classic with highlights of Lurex Shimmer. Knitted in soft dusky shades, the garments are body skimming to flatter and accentuate the feminine form. Photographed against a backdrop of faded grandeur, the elegant designs make for a wonderful contrast.

Urban Warriors - Designers have taken their inspiration from military wear. Garments include long coats, belted jackets and chunky cabled jackets, featuring patch pockets and epaulet details. The garments are knitted in new shades of Cork and Polar in shades of deep chocolate, stone and camouflage green.

Enchanted Forest - A very dramatic collection photographed
in a magical setting of a deep woodland. The designs are knitted in rich shades of black, ink, moss green, copper, mustard and berry red. There are jackets and coats decorated with flowers and foliage from Sasha Kagan and Louisa Harding, a crochet Chenille sweater with fur trim and an embellished tunic with tassel detail from Kim Hargreaves.

Wish You Were Here - Take a step back in time with a 50's inspired caravan story. Featuring designs like Kaffe Fassett's Powder Puff sweater teamed with Checkerboard scarf in ice cream colours, Sarah Dallas's plaid and stripe sweater in a mix of Felted Tweed and Kid Silk Haze and Brandon Mably's reworked design winter Old Tiles.
Other features include Clever Ideas, Master Class, New Generation, At Home with designer Louisa Harding and family in our Life Style article and What's New. There will also be an article about Rowan as we are celebrating our 25th year!
Price: £8.50


Title: The Next Big Thing

Designers: Over 30 designs by Kim Hargreaves
Yarn: There are three yarns used in this collection; Big Wool, Biggy Print and the new Chunky Print. Big Wool is now available in a range of twenty-one shades including twelve new colours - some marls and some solids. There are three new solid shades of Biggy Print; Sheep, Choc Chip and Savage, taking this range to sixteen colours. New Chunky Print knits on 9 mm needles making it a finer version of Biggy Print. There are 8 shades in the range, four solids and four prints.
Description: This contemporary collection contains both garments and accessories for men and women. There are ponchos and capes, long line coats, a cropped sweater with pom-pom ties, a sleeveless dress, a slipover with flower corsage and a waistcoat with a shaggy collar. Accessories include a selection of hats and scarves, some knitted, some crocheted, some with pom-poms, cables and fringing. Other items include bags, wrist and leg warmers.
Price: £3.95


Title: The Plaid Collection

Designers: Over 16 designs by Kim Hargreaves
Yarn: Plaid is our exciting new yarn launched for this autumn winter season. This interesting yarn knits on 8 mm needles and has a classic look with a very soft handle. It is made from 42% merino wool, 30% acrylic fibre and 28% super fine alpaca. There are ten shades available; Seagull, Lavender Mist, Sea Thistle, Driftwood, Moon Wave, Stormy Night, Soft Kelp, Sea Mist, Chrushed Shell and Washed Pebble.
Description: This collection includes designs for men and women, photographed on a stunning beach in sand dunes and along the shore line. The mood is calm and relaxed. The designs are highly textured with cables, interesting stitch work and lace. They include a long line coat, a wrap jacket, a mans slipover, a poncho, hats and scarves.


Price: £3.95
Launch Date for all: 1 st August 2003


Title: A Yorkshire Fable


Designers: Over thirty designs by Kim Hargreaves, Muir & Osborne, Martin Storey, Lucinda Guy, Sasha Kagan, Sarah Dallas and Sharon Peake.
Yarns: Featuring the new yarn Yorkshire Tweed in 4 weights; 4 Ply, DK, Aran and Chunky.
Description: A new book from Rowan introducing the new Yorkshire Tweed. This book, photographed in a rural railway location, highlights Rowan's Yorkshire roots. Traditional styling, fair isle and pattern work, enhanced with modern twists.


Price: £12.95 - Launch Date: October 2003


 

JAEGER HANDKNIT'S
ADVANCED INFORMATION
Autumn/Winter 2003/04


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB23 - Natural Fleece and Fur Collection


Details: 8 designs using Natural Fleece and 'new' for Autumn/Winter 2003 Jaeger Fur
Description: Dr Zhivago - A collection of 8 handknit designs using Natural Fleece and 'new' for A/W 2003, Jaeger Fur is a blend of mohair and wool in 7 shades, knitted on 10mm needles. The RRP is £4.95 per 50g ball and has a meterage of approx 20m per ball. Minimally shot in winter light against a textured background, this brochure has a dramatic 'Russian Cossack' influenced look, Luxurious Jaeger Fur trimmed sweaters, waistcoats and coats feature together with fringe trim ponchos and 'wild' loopy stitch jackets. New colours in the Natural Fleece range for A/W 2003 are 'Damask' red, 'Saxe' blue and 'Olivine' green. The Jaeger Fur range of colours include 'Fox' red, 'polar' white, 'Bear' brown and 'Jaguar' black.
Price: £3.95


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB22 - Luxury Accessory Collection


Details: 12 designer garments and over 20 accessories in Cashair, Chamonix, Silk, Cashmina, Alpaca and Jaeger Fur
Description: Shot entirely on location in British Woodland, JB22 features garments and accessories that are perfect for a countryside walk. Cashair, a new yarn featured in this brochure, is a blend of cashmere and pure wool knitted on 8 mm needles. The RRP is £9.95 per 25g ball, and has a meterage of approx 47m per ball, available in 8 new shades. Jaeger Fur trims, beaded hearts, knitted corsages and soft cables appear on sweaters, jackets and winter vests. Accessories include big cable & lace scarves, pretty heart motif beanies and hot water bottle covers, furry bags, little beaded heart scarves, porn-porn hats and delicate cashmere gloves. Colours range from soft neutrals, pale pinks and blues through to fuchsias, olives and dark plums.


Price: £3.95

 

Title: Jaeger Handknits JB20 - Aran & Chunky Collection


Details: 12 designer garments in Matchmaker Merino Aran, Shetland, Extra Fine Merino Aran and Extra Fine Merino Chunky
Description: The Adams interior and Parkland of Osterley Park provide the backdrop for the JB20 Brochure. New yarns featured for Autumn/Winter 2003 are the Extra Fine Merino Aran and Chunky yarns, knitted on 41/2 mm and 6 mm needles respectively. The Extra Fine Merino Aran RRP is £3.75 per 50g ball and has a meterage of approx 87m per ball, available in 10 new shades. The Extra Fine Merino Chunky RRP is £3.75 per 50g ball also and has a meterage of approx 63m per ball, available in 10 new shades. Chunky cable and laces, classic cables and frogging details appear on handknits for both men and women. Marled Taupes and Greys, Ice Blues, Berry and Fern Green are new colours for the Extra Fine Merino ranges.


Price: £3.95

Title: Jaeger Handknits JB19 - DK Brochure


Details: 12 designs using DK Yarns
Description: English Eccentrics - A collection of 12 handknit designs using the DK range of Jaeger yarns - Matchmaker Merino DK, Extra Fine Merino, Luxury Tweed and
Mohair Art. JB 19 was shot on location in an eclectic 'Notting Hill' interior, which mixes modern 'Brit Art' with classic 'Rocco' furniture. Shetland Lace knits have been updated into 'Missoni' influenced coats and bell sleeve cardigans. Bright Argyles, Soft Wrap Over knits and Pom-Pom details feature throughout. Colours reflect the interior mood of the brochure and for this season Jaeger have introduced a 'new' range of greens in Lovage, Cypress and Alpine shades.
Price: £3.95


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB18 - 4 Ply Brochure


Details: 10 designs using 4 ply Yarns
Description: New Romantic - A collection of 10 handknit designs using the 4 Ply range of Jaeger yarns - Matchmaker Merino 4 Ply, Cashmina, Silk and Alpaca. This brochure is shot against backgrounds of Toile De Joue and William Morris wallpapers for a pretty and romantic look. The range comprises of 'sweet' beaded sweaters, vests and cardigans, 'delicate' lace knits and 'fresh' fairisles. New colours for this season include pale lily blue, cyclamen, ice green and cosmos pink.
Price: £3.95

Launch Date For All: 1st August 2003


Previous years information section

R O W A N

SPRING SUMMER 2003
ADVANCED INFORMATION
Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 33


Designers: There are over forty designs with work from Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Louisa Harding, Sarah Dallas, Sasha Kagan, Jean Moss, Livingstone Studios, Zoe Mellor, Brandon Mably and Carol Meldrum.


Yarns: 4 Ply Soft, Cotton Glace, HK DK Cotton, Calmer, Summer Tweed, Linen Drape and All Seasons Cotton.


Description: For Spring Summer 2003, the Rowan magazine offers a mix of fashion and editorial features. Photographed in the hot sun of an exotic landscape, the location has inspired story lines of misty cliffs, hot pants and heels, heat haze and Latin fever. This season we have featured a larger percentage of colour complicated designs from a variety of designers, with a master class explaining the techniques needed for working with colour. Also included this season are designs from Brandon Mably, Livingstone Studios and Carol Meldrum, styled to provide an option for the fuller figure.


The four fashion stories are:


Misty Cuff's - Designers were inspired by antique lace and faded patchwork quilts making this collection romantic and feminine. Tunic style sweaters and close fitting cardigans are knitted in soft washed-out shades and worn with crisp white petticoats and floral print dresses.


Hot Pants & Heels - Garments are bold and bright in this story. Stars and stripes, spots and oversized floral prints contrast with eye-catching crochet designs.


Heat Haze - Featuring Summer Tweed in new shell like tones of Cotton Bud, Angel, Denim and Blueberry. Designs include a poncho, an asymmetric vest and cardigan and cabled shawl neck jacket, all photographed against a stunning backdrop of sand dunes and blue sky's.


Latin Fever - Summer hots up with a mix of colour. Giant roses and multicoloured stripes are set off by flamenco style frills and flounces.


Other features include Clever Ideas, at home with designer Zoe Mellor in our Life Style article, Master Class, Catwalk fashion and What's New.
Price: £8.50



All Season Cotton Collection


Designers: 16 designs for men and women by Kim Hargreaves


Yarn: We have updated the All Seasons Cotton range with the addition of eight melange shades, including 'true Blue, Peaches and Purr, and five printed shades including Sunburst, Surf and Splash. The yam is made from 60% cotton and 40% acrylictmicrofbre.


Description: Photographed on the beach and around a cool beach bar where the atmosphere is fun and relaxed, making for the perfect summer hangout. Designs have a tropical flavour including for women Mango vest, Fruity tunic, Splash jacket and Cherry Picking sweater. For men, Waves jacket, Cargo cable sweater and Shooting Stars jacket.
Price: £3.95



Cotton Tape Collection


Designers: Fifteen designs for women by Kim Hargreaves


Yarn: Cotton Tape is our new yam for Spring Summer 2003. It is made from 100% cotton and knits on 8mm needles. There are ten classic shades available, bleached, glint, string, shadow, bamboo, hazy, glade, dusk, enchant and sharp. Metreage is 65cm per 50g ball, rrp £3.45 per ball.


Description: A feeling of calm and tranquility radiates from this collection. Photographed at a beautiful house situated high on the cliffs overlooking clear blue seas. The knitted fabric has a soft handle and a wonderful drape so the resulting garments look elegant with attention being paid to shaping, collars, cuffs and edging details.
Price: £3.95


Launch Date for all: 1st February 2003



JAEGER HANDKNIT'S


Advanced Information Spring Summer 2003


Jaeger Handknits Magazine No. 9 (JM09)


Details: 20 designs using Jaeger Aqua DK Cotton, Siena 4 Ply Cotton, Trinity, Silk, DK & 4 Ply Wool.


Description: For Spring/Summer 2003, Jaeger magazine JM09 features 36 handknits for both men and women, photographed mainly on location at the newly completed, award winning Thames Barrier Park, London. The magazine falls into three fashion stories:


Summer City - This `sporty' group of designs are in cabled and textured shapes - casual sweaters, zip jackets, summer coats and wrap cardigans. The colour story here is a `new' palette of pale through to dark lilacs, mixed with greys, creams and navy.


Papillion - Refined cruise wear, simply shot in a white studio. Lace trimmed gingham knits, beaded hearts and butterfly inspired knits feature.


Urban Chic - The look is strong nautical stripes, contemporary fringe, sweet hearts and bows. Easy cardigan's for both men and women, ballet wrap styles and gently tailored jackets.


Price: £5.50



Jaeger Handknits JB 17 Albany & Celeste Brochure


Details: 12 designs using Albany & Celeste


Description: With the success of Albany & Celeste, introduced for Spring Summer 2002, Jaeger have produced a further collection of 12 designs, with 4 new colours in both qualities. The brochure is cleanly shot in a bright 'summer-white' studio.


Albany - Designs for Albany feature nautical wrap cardigan, frill trim bolero and longer, textured, a-line silhouettes. New colours for this season are Nerine (pale pink), Muscari (pale blue), Peony (dark pink) and Spearmint.
Celeste - Foam, Shrimp, Buoy and Hull are the 4 new `Bleached' colours for the Celeste group in wrap over, sporty hood, cut away vest and oversized cable styles.
Price: £3.95


Launch Date For All: 1st February 2003




JAEGER HANDKNITS


Jaeger Handknits JB16 - Matchmaker Merino 4 Ply Brochure


Details: 20 designer garments using Matchmaker Merino 4 Ply


Description: For SIS 2003 Jaeger has produced a luxury wool collection of spring through to summer knits using Matchmaker 4 Ply. Photographed mainly on location in a beautiful, blonde wood, and a minimalist London loft apartment, the handknit range comprises of exquisite beaded lace and cables, cruise inspired shapes and textures. The classic, summer range of 4 Ply colours feature throughout the brochure.
Price: £3.95



Jaeger Handknits JB 17 Albany & Celeste Brochure


Details: 12 designs using Albany & Celeste


Description: With the success of Albany & Celeste, introduced for Spring Summer 2002, Jaeger have produced a further collection of 12 designs, with 4 new colours in both qualities. The brochure is cleanly shot in a bright 'summer-white' studio.


Albany - Designs for Albany feature nautical wrap cardigan, frill trim bolero and longer, textured, a-line silhouettes. New colours for this season are Nerine (pale pink), Muscari (pale blue), Peony (dark pink) and Spearmint.
Celeste - Foam, Shrimp, Buoy and Hull are the 4 new `Bleached' colours for the Celeste group in wrap over, sporty hood, cut away vest and oversized cable styles.
Price: £3.95


Launch Date For All: 1st February 2003



Jaeger Handknits JB15 - Trinity Brochure


Details: 16 designer garments using Trinity


Description: Trinity, a silk and cotton mix yarn introduced in Magazine No. 8, has been given it's own brochure of 12 designs for Spring Summer 2003. Seven delicious `new' colours for this season are Cream, Birch, Cornus, Thrift, Cone, Water and Hibiscus. The brochure has a `Jaeger Lifestyle' look, shot in a beautiful contemporary, London home. Soft cowl necks, 70's inspired floral knits, stripes and modern cables feature throughout the brochure.
Price: £3.95

 



Rowan-discontinued yarns

4-ply Cotton
105 Blaze 106 Magenta, 118 Olive, 123 Sage, 124 Pool.

Cotton Glace
801 Reef, 748 Mint, 722 Fizz, 797 Lagoon.

Handknit DK Cotton
302 Muddy, 201 Carmen, 229 Popcorn.

All Seasons Cotton
Lots and lots of new shades but 8 discontinued to make room for them!
173 SIlver, 174 Bliss, 184 Gay, 194 Cape, 190 Mellow, 187 Symphony, 179 Sizzling, 180 Sooty.


Linen Drape
844 Watery, 847 Splash, 848 Watermelon, 849 Hawaii


Jaeger- discontinued yarns

Siena
414 Sorbet, 415 Arctic, 413 Casis, 416 Spinach

Aqua
308 Sand, 311 Cranberry, 312 Grape, 314 Palm, 315 Mahogany, 321 Seville



Colourway News Autumn/Winter 2002/3

 

R O WA N


Autumn/Winter 2002/3

Advance Information

Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 32


Designers: Over forty designs with work from Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Sarah Dallas, Sasha Kagan, Jean Moss, Muir & Osborne, Sharon Peake, Brandon Mably, Carol Meldrum and Leah Sutton


Yarns: 4 Ply Soft, Wool Cotton, All Seasons Cotton, Kidsilk Haze, Kid Classic, Lurex Shimmer, Polar, Magpie Aran, Summer Tweed, Felted Tweed, Rowanspun 4 Ply, DK, Aran and Chunky.

The 4 Ply Soft range has increased from eight to sixteen shades, with the introduction of eight classic shades.

Our new yarn for this autumn winter season is Cork, available in a range of 12 shades. It is a blend of 95% extra fine merino and 5% nylon. Meterage is 11.Om per ball. RRP £4.95 per 50g ball.

Description: The magazine contains our usual mix of fashion and editorial
features. The four fashion stories are:

Lady Jane - With its roaring open fires and fine tartan furnishings, this cosy lodge in the remote Scottish Highlands was the perfect setting for this story. Featuring work from many designers, such as striped sweater in jewel like colours from Kaffe Fassett, a delicate lace sweater from Sarah Dallas, a floral tweed jacket from Muir & Osborne, a cabled cardigan with shadow pattern from Jean Moss and a cardigan with charming flowers from Sasha Kagan.


The Clash - A collection of contemporary designs featuring the work of Carol Meldrum and Leah Sutton, two young, up-and-coming designers. The garments are bold and modern, embellished with a mix of embroidery, buttons and ribbons.


River Wild - With a chill in the air, garments are worn in layers in natural tones of slate with charcoal grey, moss with sage green and bran with winter white. This story contains a textured coat, oversized cabled sweater and sweaters in subtle stripes, both'vertical and horizontal.

Sharp Contrast - Photographed in the studio in black & white, the designs are a mix of smart and sexy, with garments that are befitting the office such as a slick sweater with frilled edgings in 4 Ply Soft and a Wool Cotton sweater with contrasting trim in All Seasons Cotton. For evening glamour, an elegant cutaway vest in 4 Ply Soft and a slinky capped sleeved top in Lurex Shimmer.

Winter's Tale - This story was inspired by one of this seasons key looks, picture knits. We have a snowflake jacket from Sarah Dallas, a reindeer jacket from Sharon Peake and a fir tree jacket from Kim Hargreaves. Photographed in and around a wonderful snow-covered log cabin.

Other features include Clever Ideas, Master Class, New Generation, At Home with Sarah Dallas in the Life Style article and What's New.

Price: £7.95



Title: The Cork Collection

Designers: Over 14 designs by Kim Hargreaves

Yarn: Cork, our exciting new yarn launched for this autumn winter season, it is a blend of 95% extra fine merino and 5% nylon, metreage is 11 Om per ball. RRP £4.95 per 50g ball. It is available in a range of twelve shades.

Description: This is a most modern yarn, knitted on 8 mm needles, it has thesoftest handle and is both light and airy. The collection includes designs for men,' women and children, all photographed in and around a small cottage in the Scottish Highlands. For women, a long tasseled scarf worn with a bright zip up jacket, a cabled sleeveless top worn with a long-line coat, a classic belted jacket with matching beret, and traditional cabled sweater and textured zipped jacket for men and children.

Price: £3.45

Launch Date for both: 1st August 2002



Title: Bigger Picture

Designer: Kim Hargreaves

Details: Featuring Big Wool and Biggy Print. We have introduced two new shades in to both the ranges. Big Wool is now available in fifteen colours, including seven new shades, three of which are marls in neutral tones and four solid brighter shades. Biggy Print is also now available in a range of fifteen colours including six inspiring new shades.

Description: With an edgy modern look, this mini magazine is full of exciting projects, containing twenty six contemporary designs. The collection includes knee length coats, zipped jackets for both men and women, funky little bags, Dr. Who length scarves and a selection of hats from beanie to pompom, plus much more. The two yarns are combined beautifully in single designs, a sleeveless top knitted in Biggy Print with a Big Wool collar and a Big Wool sweater with Biggy Print trim. This collection is a must for the Autumn!

Price: £3.95

Launch Date: 1st August 2002


Jaeger Handknits Magazine No. 8 (JM08)


Details
: 20 designs using jaeger 4 Ply, double knitting, aran, Chamonix
and introducing a new yarn 'Luxury Tweed'
Description: JMO8 features a range.of hand knits for both men and women
in 4 ply and double knitting through to chunkier aran weights. New for this autumn winter season is Luxury Tweed, a blend of merino lambswool and alpaca. In 12 shades, knitted on 4 mm needles. The rrp per 50g ball is £4.45 and has a metreage of 180m per ball. JMO8 has 3 different fashion stories:

London Calling - Shot entirely on location at Somerset House, London, this story encapsulates a relaxed weekend in the capital city feel. Cool greys and warm taupe's are highlighted with strong pinks and rich greens. Stripe roll. necks, pea coats and rugby shirt inspired styles feature together with big soft cable styles in Chamonix.


Metro Mono - London South bank provides the backdrop for this story. Black and white is the key theme, contrasted with the palest pinks through to fuchsias. Black and white checks, hounds tooth and snowflake beading appear in this section for the more modern, sharp, urban look.

Lady Jaeger - For the strong, cool, sophisticated women whose interests lie in the arts and culture. Smart Chanel jackets and gently puff sleeved tailored-look jackets are worn alongside tromps I'oeil beaded bow and collar sweaters. Colours range from classic camels through to aqua blue & green.

Price: £5.50


Jaeger Handknits JB14 Natural Fleece Brochure


7designs using Natural Fleece, a new yarn for autumn/winter 2002


Description: Natural Fleece, a marled ans slubbed 100% wool chunky knit yarn is new this autumn winter. Knitted on 9mm needles the rrp per 100g ball is £5.95 and has a metreage of 85m per ball. The borchure has a simple 'oragnic' look, reflecting the natural fleece tones of the yard itself. Full length slim cardigans, big cable, cocoon-like styles feature, together with simple jackets and big rib sewaters. Natural Fleece is available in six new shades from pale taupe and grey through to dark peat and coal colours.

Price: £3.45

 


Jaeger Handknits JB13 Mohair Art Brochure


16 designs using Mohair Art, a new yarn for autumn/winter 2002


Description: Mohair Art, a soft, luxurious mohair blend is new for Jaeger Handknits this Autumn/Winter. Knitted on 4 mm needles, rrp per ball is £4.45 and has a metreage of 1 50m per ball.

Simply photographed, the brochure has a strong, contemporary, graphic and textural feel. Bold stripes and fringing appear on fresh, new sweater dress and belted, wrap coat styles. Available in 12 new shades from 'frosty' cream, caramel and lilac through to 'saturated' blue, green, red and inky colours.

Price: £3.45


 

Colourway News Spring/Summer 2002

 

R O WA N


SPRING SUMMER 2001

Advance Information

Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 31

There are over forty designs with work, from Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Sarah Dallas, Martin Storey, Zoe Mellor, Amanda Griffiths, Brandon Mably and Carol Meldrum.

True 4ply Cotton, Cotton Glace, Denim, Wool Cotton, Handknit DK Cotton, Lurex Shimmer, Linen Drape, Kidsilk Haze and All Seasons Cotton.

Our new yarn for the spring summer season is Summer Tweed, a blend of 70% silk & 30% cotton, knitted on 5 mm needles. It is available in a range of sixteen colours, which range from classic naturals like oats, raffia and reed to brights like exotic, nectar and morning glory. The RRP per 50g hank is £3.95 and it has a meterage of 108m per hank.

The magazine contains our usual mix of fashion and editorials features. The four fashion stories are;


Hot In The City - Designs are sharp and sassy, including halter and cowl necked vests, longline tunics and scooped backs sweaters. Garments are knitted in 4ply Cotton worked with Lurex Shimmer, Cotton Glace and new shades of Linen Drape.

Sand & Surf - Designed by Kim Hargreaves, Sarah Dallas, Martin Storey and Zoe Mellor this collection contains denim jackets, zipped tops and sloppy joe's, snug designs essentials for cloudy days and cool summer evenings. Featuring bold prints and stripes, in Denim and sun bleached shades of Handknit DK and All Seasons Cotton.

Hazy Day's - Pretty fairisles and ribbon from Sarah Dallas, lace from Sharon Peake and rich stripes from Kaffe Fassett contrast with crisp white cottons. Photographed in a Mediterranean village, with it's Historic buildings, leafy courtyards and cobbled streets, these feminine garments look very at home in this tranquil setting.

Islands In The Sun - Set in a paradise like location, these designs take inspiration from a Greek goddess. Bold shapes knitted in a colour pallet of olive, butter, gold and bronze shine against an aqua sea.

Other features include Clever Ideas, Master Class, at home with designer Martin Storey in our Life Style article, designs for children and What's New.

Launch date: February 2002

Price: £7.95


Title: The Summer Tweed Collection

Designers: Fourteen designs by Kim Hargreaves

Yarns: Summer Tweed, our exciting new yarn launched for this spring/summer season, is made of 70% silk and 30% cotton. It is available in sixteen colours; oats, raffia, reed, rush, ghost, dew, powder, lilac, bouquet, cape, exotic, salad, gold, morning glory, sunset and nectar.

Description: Our models were photographed against backdrops, strolling down dusty tracks and lounging on lush verandahs, this gives for a very calm and relaxed atmosphere. Garments include fitted cardigans with stitch or belt details, vests with a scooped or v-neckline, a longline vest, cropped cabled sweater over sized sweater.

Launch date: February 2002

Price: £3.45


J A E G E R

H A N D K N I T S

Information Spring/Summer 2002


Title: Jaeger Handknits Magazine No. 6


Details: 20 designs using Jaeger 4 Ply & Double Knitting


Description: JM06 is collection of 20 designs for men and women, photographed on location in Mallorca, and featuring yams from the Jaeger 4 ply and DK range, including Aqua, Matchmaker Merino. New for the spring/summer season is Trinity, a silk and cotton mix in 14 shades, knitted on 4 mm needles. The rrp per 50g ball is £3.45 and it has a meterage of 200m per ball. There are 12 patterns using the DK collection, with 8 stunning designs for women from designer Hillary Rohde, whilst the remaining designs use yarns from the 4 ply range: Matchmaker Merino, Siena and Silk.

JM06 has 4 different fashion stories:

Cool Waters - 6 beautifully tailored garments in Trinity by Hillary Rohde.

Cocktail - An eclectic mix of yams and hot colours gives this story a tropical feel. Designs include beaded garments for holiday evenings and casual throw-on sweaters.

White Heat - Aqua and Siena yams are used in this section to give a clean, crisp feel to the modem garment shapes for men and women.

Faye - Muted shades combine with feminine silhouettes and reflect nostalgic elegance.

Price: £4.95


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB11 Albany Brochure


Details: 10 designs using Albany, a new yam for Spring Summer 2002


Description: Albany, a pure cotton tape yam in 12 shades is new for Jaeger
Handknits this spring/summer. The rrp per 50g ball is £3.75 and it has a meterage of 105m per ball. Knitted on a 5 mm needle, Albany Has a light and airy feel. Commissioned to design all of the garments in this collection, Amanda Griffiths has used the yam in a highly individual way, combining modern silhouettes with slip stitch textures to produce 15 exciting handknit garments. The brochure's photography is styled simply, with a young, modern editorial feel.

Price: £3.45

 


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB12 Celeste Brochure


Details: 10 designs using Celeste, a new yam for spring/summer 2002


Description: New for this season, Jaeger Handknits presents Celeste, a ribbon yarn with a linen feel in 6 delicate summer shades. The rrpper 50g ball is £4.95 and it has a meterage of 90m. per ball. The garment range in this brochure includes 14 garments, developed using two different fabrics: a close-knitted fabric using a 9 mm. needle, and a lighter, more open fabric knitted using 15 mm, needles. Photographed by rugged rocks with dramatic sea views, this collection of simply-styled sweaters, vests and cover-ups are both casual and easy to wear.


Price: £3.45

Launch Date for all: 1st February 2002

 

Previous Colourway News Autumn/Winter 2001


R O W A N
AUTUMN WINTER 2001/2002
 

Title: Rowan Knitting Magazine No. 30

Details: Over forty designs using True 4 Ply Botany, Wool Cotton, All Seasons Cotton, Kid Classic, DK Tweed, Felted Tweed, Magpie, Magpie Tweed, Chunky Tweed. We are also introducing four new yarn ranges, the first being Lurex Shimmer in a range of six new shades. Kidsilk Haze is a blend of 70% super kid mohair and 30% silk in a range of 10 shades. Polar is a blend of pure new wool and alpaca, also in a range of 10 shades. Our forth yarn range is the new Rowanspun family, available in four weights 4 Ply, DK, Aran and chunky, in a total of 34 shades.
Description: The magazine contains a mix of fashion and editorial features. There are designs from Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Louisa Harding, Debbie Bliss, Susan Duckworth, Martin Storey, Livingstone Studio, Sarah Dallas and Brandon Mably.
There are 4 fashion stories:
Bright & Beautiful - We are bridging the gap between adults and children with a collection for teenagers. Featuring garments everyone will want to wear from sleeveless polo neck tops, sweeping coats, oversized cables to zipped jackets and sweaters.
Night Life - What can we say - sultry, sophisticated, sumptuous and very sexy, this is our most glamorous story yet. Garments are knitted in Lurex Shimmer in shades of copper, claret and bronze, Kidsilk Haze in shades of lord, toffee and liqueur.
Highland Fling - Set in Scotland this is a rich mix of eye catching designs including bold stripes, striking tartans, heavy cables and chunky Fair isles.
Ice Maiden - Photographed on snowy slopes, this collection depicts a very wintry scene. So keep warm this season with snug sweaters, cosy coats and jackets layered with Kidsilk Haze.
There is also lifestyle, clever ideas, master class and many editorial articles.
Price: £ 7.95
Launch Date: 1 August 2001


R O W A N
AUTUMN WINTER 2001/2002
 

Title: A Seasons Tale

Details: Thirty five designs for men women and children by Kim Hargreaves. Using four yarn ranges, the first being the new Rowanspun family which is available in four weights - 4 Ply, Double Knitting, Aran and Chunky in a total of 34 shades. This is supported by Felted Tweed, Kid Classic and Kidsilk Haze. Kidsilk Haze is also a new yarn, which is a blend of 70% super kid mohair and 30% silk.
Description: Set in the beautiful Scottish Highlands, A Seasons Tale was photographed at an old lodge, which sits alongside a tranquil loch and is overlooked by rolling hills, the interior with its dark wooden panelling and open fires makes for the perfect setting for this book. The collection of garments is varied from sweeping coats, oversized cable sweaters, tartans and checks to pretty beaded designs. Colours range from smoky grey, water blue and soft heather to hot red, burnt orange and clear turquoise.
Price: £ 9.95
Launch Date: 1 August 2001
 


J A E G E R
HA N D K N I T S

Title: Jaeger Handknits: JB10 Chamonix Brochure

Details: 7 designs plus accessories using Chamonix, a new yam for Autumn Winter 2001/02
Description: Chamonix, a light and airy angora and merino wool blend yam which knits as a chunky but is both warm and soft to touch and wear. The subtle palette of feminine hues combines with simple stitch structures and cables to enhance the detail in the designs giving the garments a very tactile quality.
Price: £ 2.95


Title: Jaeger Handknits - Odessa Loose Leaf Patterns
Details: 4 Loose Leaf Pattems using Odessa
Description: Following the introduction of Odessa last year Jaeger have introduced two new shades these are used in the 4 new loose leaf patterns for autumn signs are orientated toward the party season.
Price: £ 1.40
Launch Date For All: 1st August 2001


J A E G E R
H A N D K N I T S
Autumn Winter 2001/2002

Title: Jaeger Handknits Magazine No. 5 (JMO5)

Details: 16 designs using Jaeger 4 Ply, DK & Aran
Description: With a new directive from Jaeger clothing, JMO5 has been given an editorial feel, the magazine now containing 4 different fashion stories.
City Slickers - a modem approach to classic yams, colours and traditional patterns, with an introduction of a new marl in the Extra Fine Merino quality.
Elegant Evenings - Knitwear designs that have a nostalgic elegance using beading, silk and cashmere yams.
Aran Punch - Matchmaker Merino Aran and Shetland have been used in a non-traditional way.
Red Red Wine - All the designs in this section are photographed around the seasons strong colour theme, Red. A variety of designs across all yam weights have been given a relaxed, feminine feel. All the designs in this magazine can be knitted using the Matchmaker family of yams, but garments photographed use a wide cross section, from Alpaca and Silk to Jaegers new Cashmere quality.
Price:£ 4.95


Title: Jaeger Handknits JB09 Como Brochure

Details: 7 designs using Como, a new yarn for Autumn Winter 2001/02
Description: Como, a new yarn from Jaeger this Autumn Winter, knits as a chunky, has the meterage of a double knitting and is as light to wear as 4 ply. Como is the way forward for large gauge yams. The 10 garments photographed are styled simply with a younger modem feel and the designs reflect the simplicity of the yarns construction.
 
Price: £ 2.95
Maggie Tarason
Colourway Internet Admin.