Today sees the launch of the Rowan Autumn/Winter season 2013, and I’m giving away my brand new copy of the latest Rowan Knitting and Crochet Magazine 54. So, wherever you are in the world, read on and I’ll tell how you can win……

If you have ever looked inside one of Rowan’s Magazines before you will know that they are not your ordinary pattern books…….they are beautiful works of art! This season’s copy is no different with stunning photographs taken in the historic setting of Haddon Hall, Derbyshire and a rustic working farmhouse in Mid Wales during a cold, wet and grey November! These two locations are the perfect backdrop to show off the latest design collections from Rowan as many catwalk designers have drawn inspiration for their collections from historic references such as the Baroque but also the handicraft textiles of Eastern Europe. Head Rowan designer, Marie Wallin, has taken the lead from these designers and, using the strong fashion trends that they have forseen, working them into three distinctive stories:

1. Romancing

The mood of this collection is “dark but romantic” containing colour work, lace knitting and texture. Here’s my three favourites out of a total of thirteen designs…………

Silla designed by Jennie Atkinson

Berenice wrap designed by Marie Wallin

Corelli designed by Jennie Atkinson

2. Folk

“Knitted in beautiful autumnal colours influenced by the British countryside, the Folk collection is inspired by the traditional patterning of eastern European folk art.” Here’s three from a collection of fourteen designs including four men’s knitting patterns……………….

Armenia designed by Marie Wallin

Milas designed by Josh Bennett

Izmir designed by Marie Wallin

3. Essentials

Promoting “key shapes of the season in a simpler and more accessible way.” Three of my favourites from twelve designs in total……………………..

Angela designed by Vibe Ulrik

Sharon designed by Lisa Richardson

Stacy designed by Gemma Atkinson

Magazine 54 includes 39 designs in total along with other features such as: an interview with Rowan’s newest designer, Kate Davies; the Rowan Design Awards; and How to Steek, which has a step by step guide on how to convert any sweater pattern into a cardigan, to name just three. In addition to this you can get access to Rowan’s Digital Magazine 54 and 12 exclusive free patterns (two shown below) plus extra editorial content.

Balkan designed by Brandon Mably

Purcell designed by Sarah Hatton

Click on the links below to view more from the online collection and all the designs from Magazine 54.

Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 54 – Exclusive Rowan Free Patterns

Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 54

So, if you’d like to win a copy of Rowan Magazine 54, all you need to do is subscribe to my blog. I will pick a winner at random from all my subscribers at 12pm (US Mountain Time) on Thursday 1st August.  All package and shipping costs will be paid for by me…..wherever you live. Good luck!