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Rowan Big Wool

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Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
Rowan Big Wool
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  • One reviewer says it knits up so quickly, a jumper in hours.
  • Customers praise the stitch definition and cabling effects in finished work.
  • Many buyers report it knits up beautifully with a soft, beautiful drape.
  • Reviewers find it easy to work with and a pleasure to handle.
  • Customers say the strong colour range, including 'Smoky', is lovely.
"It is a dream to knit with, it grows quickly. This is my second batch of this wool, I took the last lot on holiday and knitted around activities. Ihad the cardigan finished within a couple of weeks"
Anne R.
100% Merino Wool, 80m (87yds)/100g (3.53oz), Super Chunky

Product Description

Rowan Big Wool knitting yarn's super-chunky weight makes it an easy knit with fantastic stitch definition and cabling effects. Made from 100% wool, it's soft and warm and available in a wide range of strong colours : no wonder knitters love it!

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Summary

Reviewers describe a soft yarn in lovely, subtle shades, with one saying the colours are fab. Customers say it knits up beautifully, shows texture well, and lets you see progress quickly. Knitters have used it for a baby jacket and a cable cardigan, and one reviewer with a sensitivity to synthetic fibres said they had no irritation while working with it. Overall, reviewers describe an easy, soft yarn that makes satisfying projects.

Best Features

  • Soft to the touch
  • Beautiful colour and subtle shades
  • Knits up beautifully with cable stitches
  • Shows texture well once knitted
  • Knits up like a dream

Quality Feedback

  • Reviewers say it knits up beautifully and is really easy to work with
  • Customers describe the yarn as soft, with a lovely feel and beautiful colours
  • One reviewer said it has good stitch definition and a lovely texture
  • Many buyers note there is no snapping while working the yarn
  • Reviewers say the colours are gorgeous and the quality is good

Top Quotes

"Beautiful wool, knits like a dream"
"Beautiful wool - knits up quickly and shows texture well."
"Lovely warm wool and knits up really quickly."
"Great colour. Fabulous results"
"Lovely soft wool and a great colour."

Specifications

Brand: Rowan
Blend: 100% Merino Wool
Yarn Weight: Super Chunky
Net Weight: 100g (3.53oz)
Tension: 8-9 stitches, 10-13 rows to 10cm/4"
Recommended Crochet Hook: 10.00mm (N) - 15.00mm (P)
Care Instructions: Do Not Bleach, Do Not Tumble Dry, Dry Clean in Certain Solvents, Dry Flat in Shade, Hand Wash, Warm Iron
Craft: Crochet, Knitting
Length: 80m (87yds)
Recommended Needles: 10.00mm (US 15) - 15.00mm (US 19)

Most people ask about

How does Rowan Big Wool feel to knit with?

Customers say it is soft and luxurious, and reviewers describe it as gorgeous to work with. One reviewer found it soft and quite silky, with a good drape. Many buyers say it is a real pleasure to handle.

How quickly does Rowan Big Wool knit up?

Several reviewers say it knits up quickly, and one knitted a whole jumper in a matter of hours. Others say it knits up beautifully and grows fast on the needles.

What projects is Rowan Big Wool good for?

Reviewers describe using it for a thick chunky jumper and a cable cardigan, and one knitter says the cardigan is knitting true to the pattern. It suits chunky knits where a bold, cosy fabric is the goal.

What colours does Rowan Big Wool come in?

Reviewers praise the Smoke shade, which one describes as a lovely colour. Another reviewer says the Smoky colourway is lovely.

Is Rowan Big Wool suitable for cold weather?

One reviewer says it is great for cold weather. Reviewers also describe the finished pieces as lovely to wear.

Rowan Big Wool Knitting Yarn: Soft, Warm and Easy to Knit

Rowan Big Wool is a yarn knitters reach for when they want something warm, cosy and satisfying to work with. Reviewers describe it as a real pleasure to handle, with a soft feel in the hands and a lovely drape once knitted.

The range of strong colours is a highlight. One reviewer loved the smoky grey shade, and many buyers say the colours look beautiful in finished projects.

Easy to knit, quick to finish

Customers say it knits up so quickly, which makes it a satisfying choice for bulky projects. One reviewer finished a whole jumper in a matter of hours, and another found the yarn very quick and easy to use for a snood.

Many knitters also report no snapping and no difficult handling, so the work flows smoothly from the first row.

Stitch definition and cables

The yarn suits textured work. Its stitch definition shows off cables clearly, and one knitter working on a cable cardigan said it seemed to be knitting true to the pattern.

Feel and wear

Reviewers describe it as soft and warm, and many say it feels lovely against the skin.

Projects it suits

  • Chunky jumpers and cardigans
  • Scarves and snoods
  • Warm accessories for cold weather
  • Thoughtful handmade gifts

It is a good choice for anyone planning great chunky winter knits.

Customer Reviews

4.8 Based on 155 reviews
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Review summary

Many reviewers praise the soft feel, the lovely colours and how quickly the wool knits up. Complaints are uncommon. Some reviewers mention knotted joins in the balls, and a few note pilling.

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Jeffrey
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer

Soft, warm, and beautiful drape

I like the soft, beautiful colours. I find it easy to knit with. I finished a scarf and have started a cardigan. It’s really warm and drapes beautifully.

softwarmbeautifuleasy to knit
Jacqui H.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Nice wool

Good price for the wool. Disappointed that 2 balls had been knotted in the length, not what i would have expected for a higher price yarn

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Margarita G.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Worthwhile!

Love this yarn! It feels soft and quite silky, with a perfect drape. The only drawback for me is that my pattern recommends 15mm needles and I found it quite hard to maintain a good tension with such big needles. My next project with this yarn will be using the rowan-recommended needle size of 10mm or 12mm and I anticipate these needles to be easier. I haven’t ever knitted chunky or super chunky before, so super-sized needles are new to me. I’m more used 4.5mm or lower. The Big Wool yarn is so...

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Linda G.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Great customer service

The Willow Lark poetry is a gorgeous soft yarn in lovely subtle shades. I have bought it for a baby jacket which I haven’t knit as yet. The Katia Evita yarn is as expected as I have used before to knit as a gift, it knits up wonderfully and gives a true glamorous look and feel.

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Pauline T.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Great company, Quality products

Knitted up beautifully, really easy to work with and no snapping. I used it because I have sensitivity to synthetic fibres and I didn't show any signs of irritation whilst working it. Would deffo use again.

knittedeasy to work withno snappingsensitivity
Anne R.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Excellent service

It is a dream to knit with, it grows quickly. This is my second batch of this wool, I took the last lot on holiday and knitted around activities. Ihad the cardigan finished within a couple of weeks

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Lorraine H.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Love crafts my go to reliable stockist

The most beautiful yarn to work with. Knits up quickly into the softest of garments. Love it

beautiful yarnsoft garmentsknits quickly
Customer
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Couldn’t be better

This wool is a dream. Knitted a cardigan for my granddaughter. Soft, warm and knits exactly to the gauge

woolsoftwarmgauge
Customer
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Very easy to order online and extremely efficient delivery in delightful packaging. I had an…

The Rowan Big Wool is gorgeous to work with and 'Smoky' is a lovely colour.

Rowan Big WoolgorgeousSmokylovely colour
Nicola M.
Reviewed: Rowan Big Wool
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

My first go to place for yarn

Gorgeous soft yarn, great for chunky winter knits. I've used it on 4 cowls and have a hat to make next.

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