Berroco has sent us a Trunk show – a handful of their summer samples to explore, and they are here in store until June 13th! Its a great way to check out different yarns, see how they knit, and explore patterns you might not have considered otherwise.

It takes a loooong time to load a project up to our online store, so I’ve only put the projects that I think are really special. If you want to make one of the others just contact us and we’ll make that happen the older fashioned way.

Sapphire

Sapphire was my favourite new pattern for Spring/Summer this year from Berroco. It’s such a sweet and wearable little top that looks good on all types of bodies. It looks sweet over a summer dress, or you can wear it with pants, a skirt – it goes with everything. The pattern was designed with Berroco Vivo, but thre are lots of yarn options you can go for (see below for options). To make the arms longer pick-up the sleeves and knit down in pattern stitch to your desired length.

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Construction

Sapphire is a classic dolman sleeve V-neck cardigan in an all-over textured stitch. Back, Right Front, and Left Front are each worked separately, with increases forming the dolman sleeves. Pieces are sewn together, then sleeve cuffs and button band are picked up and knit.

Size

Note:  Since this garment has a dolman sleeve, the bust measurement is very forgiving.  Go by the waist measurement when selecting your size.

• Waist: (32½, 36, 40½, 44½) [48½, 52½, 56½, 60½] {64½, 68½, 72½, 76½}” / (82.5, 91.5, 103, 113) [123, 133.5, 143.5, 153.5] {164, 174, 184, 194.5} cm
• Length: (17½, 18, 18¾, 19¼) [20, 20¾, 21¼, 22] {22¾, 23¼, 24, 24½}” / (44.5, 45.5, 47.5, 49) [51, 52.5, 54, 56] {58, 59, 61, 62} cm
• Shown in size 36″ / 91.5 cm. Recommended ease:  Approximately 2–4″ / 5–10 cm positive ease.

The Yarn

Berroco Vivo is a bright and cheerful cotton yarn that features a delightful color flow. Tropical colors in a cottony soft fiber make it perfect for summer tops and accessories. Plus, it’s machine washable, making a great choice for summer tops!

• 100% Cotton
• 100g/290m (317 yds)
• DK weight
• 4mm/US6 needles 
• 4mm/G hook
• Knitting gauge: 5.5 sts = 1″ or 22 sts & 30 rows = 4″ (10cm)
• Crochet gauge: 5 sc = 1″ or 20 sc & 25 rows = 4″ (10cm)
• Made in Italy
• Machine wash delicate, lay flat to dry

Gauge

• 22 sts and 32 rows = 4″ / 10 cm in Moss stitch, on larger needle

Kit Includes

• Berroco Vivo: (3, 3, 3, 4) [4, 4, 5, 6] {6, 7, 7, 8} balls, show in 3528 Sprout
• Pattern

Kit DOES NOT Include

• 3.5mm/US4 – 29″ circular needles
• 4mm/US6 – 29″ circular needles
• 3.5mm/US4 double-pointed needles  (or 12″ circular)
• 4 removable stitch markers
• 5 buttons

Yarn Substitutions

Want to make this sweater, but in a different yarn? We recommend the following:

Berroco Pima Soft

• Soft as a cloud, if you like things simple this is a gorgeous option!
• 100% super soft pima cotton with a bit of texture. (50g/113m, $9.97/ball)
• (8,  8, 8, 11) [11, 11, 13, 16] {16, 18, 18, 21} balls

Berroco Remix Light

• A wonderful, affordable option for a simple top you can wear anywhere.
• A light, wool-free, recycled, machine-washable, and very affordable blend. (100g/400m, $16.97/ball)
• (3, 3, 3, 3) [3, 3, 4, 5] {5, 5, 5, 6} balls
• Read more about Åsa’s Sapphire Cardi in Remix Light HERE

Berroco Summer Sesame

• A great option if you want colour that’s a little more grown-up.
• A machine-washable blend of cotton & acrylic that’s light, comfortable and colourful. (100g/270m, $21.97/ball)
• (4, 4, 4, 5) [5, 5, 6, 7] {7, 8, 8, 9} ball

Berroco Vintage DK

• Another great, affordable option for a spring/autumn cardie
• A soft, machine-washable blend of wool & synthetic thats’ also affordable – great for lighter sweaters in cooler weather. (100g/266m, $9.97/ball)
• (4, 4, 4, 5) [5, 5, 6, 7] {7, 8, 8, 9} skeins

Goshen

Goshen is one of my favroutie samples that came with the trunk-show. It’s a strudly little purse-sized bag you can wear over your shoulder or across your body. The pattern is designed with Berroco Medina, but you can also use Berroco Summer Sesame (3 balls), which might be easier to work with because it has some texture. Additional yarn alternative are included below (should you want to make it a solid colour, or marled, etc). I would 100%, no question make this for myself and/or as a gift.

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Construction

Goshen is worked with 2 strands held together throughout. It is worked flat and seamed.

• See Finished Projects: Ravelry
• See Finished Projects: Instagram

Size

• Bag portion measures approximately 12″ wide x 11½” high (not including strap),
• Strap is 34″ long (includes tapering, strap is measured from top of bag opening)
• The finished project weighs 252g, so there is extra yarn left-over to make your strap longer.

The Yarn

Berroco Medina

Warm colors ebb and flow in this long-color repeating yarn that is ideal for summer accessories and garments. Berroco Medina blends cotton, acrylic, and viscose in a DK-weight yarn with gorgeous colors.

• 37% Cotton, 36% Acrylic, 27% Viscose
• 100g/270m (295yds)
• 4mm/US6 needles
• 22 stitches & 28 rows = 4″ (10cm)
• DK-Weight
• Machine wash separately in cold water on delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry. Due to the print effect, some dye may release during washing and drying.
• Made in Italy
• Pattern designed with Berroco Medina
• Favourite Project: Sleeveless Slipover

Gauge

• 23 sts and 26 rows = 4″ over pattern stitch with 2 strands

Kit Includes

• Berroco Medina: 3 balls, shown in  #4772 Melilla
• Pattern

Kit DOES NOT Include

• 5mm/US8 needles (straight or circular)
• 2 stitch markers

Other Yarn Options

In case you don’t want to wait for a kit (since the pattern is free online), here are some other yarn options that are in stock in store:

• Berroco Summer Sesame: 3 Balls
• Berroco Remix Light: 2 balls
• Berroco Pima Soft: 5 balls
• Berroco Vintage DK: 3 balls
• Berroco Vintage Baby: 5 balls
• Berroco Comfort DK Print: 4 balls
• Cascade Ultra Pima: 3 skeins

Varya

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A casual tee with a diamond lace motif and split hem. Back and Front hems are worked separately, then joined and the body is worked in the round to the underarms.  Piece is then divided for back and front which are worked flat. Stitch patterns are charted.

Size

• Bust: (38, 42, 46) [50, 54, 58] {62, 66, 70}” / (96.5, 106.5, 117) [127, 137, 147.5] {157.5, 167.5, 178} cm
• Length: (21½, 22, 22½) [22½, 23, 23½] {24, 24½, 25}” / (54.5, 56, 57) [57, 58.5, 59.5] {61, 62, 63.5} cm
• Shown in size 42″ / 106.5 cm. Recommended ease:  Approximately 4–6″ / 10–15 cm positive ease.

Materials

• Berroco Meraki (50 grs): (6, 7, 7) [8, 9, 9] {10, 11, 12} balls #6009 Adore {$10.47/ball}
• 4mm/US6 – 32″ circular needles
• 3.75mm/US5 – 16″ circular needles
• Scrap yarn to hold stitches
• Pattern

Auden

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Auden is an all-over lace cardigan. Worked from the bottom up, fronts and back are separated and stitches are cast on for the sleeves. The fit is a relaxed and flattering kind of piece. Stitch pattern is both charted and has written instructions.

Size

• Bust: (37, 41, 44½) [48½, 52, 56, 60] {64½, 67½, 72}” / (94, 104, 113) [123, 132, 142, 152.5] {164, 171.5, 183} cm – This includes a 5″ / 12.5 cm opening at the center front.
• Length: (25½, 26, 26) [26½, 26½, 27, 27] {27½, 27½, 28}” / (65, 66, 66) [67.5, 67.5, 68.5, 68.5] {70, 70, 71} cm
• Shown in size 41″ / 104 cm. Recommended ease: approximately 2–5″ / 5–12.5 cm positive ease

Materials

• Berroco Remix: (4, 5, 6) [6, 7, 7, 7] {8, 9, 9} balls, sown in colour 3903 Almond
• 4.5mm/US7 – 32″ circular needles
• 4.5mm/US7 – 16″ circular needles
• scrap yarn to hold stitches
• 2 stitch markers
• Pattern

Cosette

The classic tee, updated: knit flat from sleeve to sleeve with a shaped hemline and relaxed fit. Just the kind of modern take on a traditional garment to carry you through the warm days of summer. Try substituting Berroco Summer Sesame for a fun, colourful effect!

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Size

• Finsihed Bust—36(40-44-48-52-56-60)”
• Finished Length—22(22-22½-23-23½-23½-24)”
• Shown in size 40″

Materials

• Berroco Pima 100: 4(4-5-5-6-6-7) hanks #8431 Chrysanthemum
• 3.75mm/US5 – 29″ circular needles
• 4.5mm/US7 – 29″ circular needles
• 3.75mm/US5 – 16″ circular needles
• Waste yarn to hold sts
• Pattern