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Rowan Merino Aria

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Merino Aria

Bulky · 92 yds / 50 g

$24.55 per ball

A chunky, airy merino in a chainette construction, so it's light for its size and quick to knit.

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Weight
Bulky
Fiber
93% Wool, 7% Polyamidemerino yarnwool yarn
Length
92 yds (84 m) per 50 g
Yards per 100 g
184 compare weights
Needle
US 10½
Gauge
14 sts 21 rows

From Rowan

A chunky yarn with a soft halo, Merino Aria is made from 100% Merino wool, giving a soft, lightweight feel against the skin. Discover our shade range today.

Colors

Rowan Merino Aria comes in 14 colorways at Rowan, including gray shades like Ash and Slate, cream & natural shades like Biscuit and Natural, purple shades like Soft Lilac and green shades like Soft Green.

How much to buy

Rough balls of Merino Aria (92 yds each) for an adult size
ProjectYardageballs
Hat~130 yds2
Cowl or scarf~180 yds2
Shawl~320 yds4
Adult sweater~700 yds8

Typical Bulky yardage; your pattern's number always wins. Plug it into the Yarn Estimator for an exact count.

About Rowan Merino Aria

Merino Aria is a bulky yarn of 93% wool and 7% polyamide, with 92 yards to a 50 g ball. Rowan describes the wool as merino and the spin as a chainette, which keeps it light for its size.

The chainette gives it loft and a soft halo, so a thick fabric doesn't feel heavy. Merino is soft enough to wear against the skin, and its pale natural color takes dye cleanly, so the shades come out clear.

It's for knitters who want a fast project with a soft finish, such as a weekend sweater or a stack of hats. It's also a friendly choice for newer knitters who want to see progress quickly.

Best for

  • Quick bulky sweaters
  • Hats and cowls knit in an evening or two
  • Chunky scarves
  • Simple first garment projects
  • Cozy throws and cushion covers

Working with it

Rowan recommends US 10½ needles at 14 stitches and 21 rows to 4 inches. The chainette can catch on very pointed tips, so a rounded tip is easier. Because it's light, garments use fewer grams than you'd expect for a bulky; check your yardage with the yarn estimator. It's quick to knit. Weave ends in carefully along the chainette so they stay hidden in the thick fabric.

Care

Rowan lists hand wash cold, dry flat in the shade, and no tumble drying. Gently squeeze, never wring, and lay flat to dry.

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