The latest yarn from Rowan is designed for sock-making. Hand-washable wool is combined with mohair, nylon and silk for shine and strength.

The yarn is featured in the Row@n eNewsletter for April 2013, and also on the KnitRowan website.

From the Knit Rowan website:
Rowan Fine Art is a blend of fibre and colour. Designed for socks, shawls and other accessories, it is made with merino wool, kid mohair, mulberry silk and polyamide to make it suitable and durable for all projects.

For more information, and to read the Fine Art story: click here to download the PDF flyer

Details:
Article Number: 9802159
Fibre Content: Wool: 45%, Mohair: 20%, Silk: 10%, Polyamide: 25%
Season: Autumn Winter
Yarn Ball Weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage:* 400/437
Tension/Gauge Stitches: 32
Tension/Gauge Rows: 42

Recommended Knitting Needles:
Knitting Needle (UK): 11-13
Knitting Needle (US): 2-3
Knitting Needle, MM: 2½ - 3