Rowan 40, for Fall/Winter 2006-07. Traditional knitters will take heart at the resurgence of more classical styles in this magazine. If you love Fair Isle knitting, several of the sweater designs incorporate some traditional Fair Isle patterning. Newly improved, more realistic sizing in this issue means that the fashion model figure is not a requirement to fit into these garments.

49 patterns in all, in three fashion "stories." First, Fade to Grey explores a sophisticated palette of blacks, grays, whites, in very wearable sweaters, wraps, and even socks. (Two Swans now carries the new yarn, Tapestry (a wool-soybean protein fiber blend), used in several of these designs.) Next, Kindred Spirit offers sweaters, a felted bag, and a capelet that are more casual. Finally, exquisitely elegant and romantic tops, and even a floor-length gown, can be found in Legend. Many of these designs call for your favorite yarn and mine, Kidsilk Haze. You'll find designs by Martin Storey, Kaffe Fassett, Leah Sutton, and more.