NEW FOR FALL 2006

Finished measurements:  25" wide x 62-72" long

Rowan Kidsilk Night - shade 607 starlight
Rowan Lurex Shimmer - shade 333 pewter

Yarn & Needle Req's:
3 - balls Kidsilk Night
6 - balls Lurex Shimmer

US 13 & 15 circulars

  
Weaving spider webs and starlight, DIAMANTA spins a cocoon of loveliness, fabricated in Kidsilk Night and Lurex Shimmer.  Diamanta's name springs from an ancient French name meaning, "like a diamond"...shine on, my lovelies and wear it knowing your true worth!

Finished measurements:  26" at neck edge x 15" length & 48.5 width at hem edge

Rowan Big Wool - shade 31 smooch

Yarn & Needle Req's:
6 - balls Rowan Big Wool

US 15 & 17 circulars

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Adele - memories of reading Jane Eyre while huddled under a warm wooly blanket... tiny Adele from the Bronte tale would have loved this easy to knit caplet with its seriously fun pompons and feminine color... perhaps Jane would have as well.

To fit bust 30-34"(XS/S); 34-40" (M/L) &
40-46"(XL/XXL)

Rowan Cotton Braid - shade 356
Rowan Summer Tweed - shade 530

Yarn & Needle Req's:
XS/S - 4 balls Cotton Braid & 1 Summer Tweed
M/L - 5 balls Cotton Braid & 1 Summer Tweed
XL/XXL - 5 balls Cotton Braid & 1 Summer Tweed

US 11 & 13 needles
US N crochet hook
 

Brigitte conjures up images of the young Bardot, hair piled high, reclining languorously on the isolated Cote d' Azur beaches of the '60's, wearing little more than this delightful netted topped and skimpy bikini.  Slip it on when you want to bring out your "little French vixen".

To fit hips 34-36"(XS/S); 38-40" (M/L) &
42-44"(XL/XXL)

Rowan Cotton Tape  - shade 549 (A) & 552 (B)

Yarn & Needle Req's:
XS/S - 11 balls shade A & 1 shade B
M/L - 12 balls shade A & 1 shade B
XL/XXL - 12 balls shade A & 1 shade B

US K & M crochet hooks

Candy colored and lights than air, this crochet confection is super comfortable to wear in a cushy cotton tape yarn with beautiful drape that hugs your curves; a contrasting drawstring waistband and mini-ruffle provide just the right amount of design detail.

Finished measurements:  20" width x 80" length; fringe adds 10"

Rowan Summer Tweed - shade 547 cotton bud

Yarn & Needle Req's:
8 - balls Rowan Summer Tweed

US 10 circulars

Daphne is a silken embrace with a rustic touch, has just enough of the wild side in her to remind us that we women are all, at heart, both tender and tough.  Deliciously sexy fringe elevates this wrap to the next level of glamour; Daphne is something we could all toss on at a moment's notice to elevate a soft-spoken outfit to one that sings with passion.

To fit bust 30-34"(XS/S); 34-40" (M/L) &
40-46"(XL/XXL)

Rowan Cotton Tape - shade 551

Yarn & Needle Req's:
XS/S - 5 balls Cotton Tape
M/L - 6 balls Cotton Tape
XL/XXL - 6 balls Cotton Tape

US J or K crochet hook

Deja... so feminine and body friendly no matter what your endowment, this shrug has its roots in the glamorous little cover-ups of the 1940's... slip it on and picture yourself having drinks on the veranda.  Equally delightful in the cooler months over a sheer silky top, try making Deja in the softest kidsilk mohair or alpaca yarn.

Finished measurements:  29" neck x 22" length & 52" width at bottom

Rowan Biggy Print - shade 246 razzle dazzle

Yarn & Needle Req's:
6 - balls Rowan Biggy Print

US 19 & 35 circulars

Giselle...revisit your childhood princess dress-up fantasies, now given a modern twist with richly colored raspberry and smoke toned merino wool and a playful ribbon closure.  Knit from the top down, Giselle is finished in a flash, ready to accompany your grown-up flights of fancy.

Finished measurements:  28" neck x 18" length x 58" bottom

Rowan Big Wool  - shade 24 cassis
 

Yarn & Needle Req's:
4 - balls Rowan Big Wool

US Q crochet hook

Lulu...sassy and fun to wear Lulu takes you from relaxed to elegant with a quick change of accessories.  Wear her with your favorite jeans for an instant upgrade to classy casual or toss on a silk scarf knotted at the neck and you're ready for Cosmos après midi with your gal pals.

Finished measurements:  19" length x 53" width at hem

Rowan Ribbon Twist  - shade 117 racy

Yarn & Needle Req's:
6 - balls Rowan Ribbon Twist

US 15 circulars
US K crochet hook

Margaux...the French Lieutenant's woman meets Red Riding Hood...why should only little girls have this much fun when it comes to dressing up...velvety wine covered buttons and a playful tassel keep the mood fanciful while the generous hood adds a touch on intrigue.

Finished measurements:  70" length x 3" width

Rowan Cotton Tape - shade 553 acidic
 

Yarn & Needle Req's:
2 - balls Rowan Cotton Tape

US 9 needle

Mimi...what would a gal be without her accessories?  Absolutely in deep trouble!  For those days when your vestments look a little drab, find salvation with Mimi.