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Long Weekend Store Hours & Summer Sale Ending!

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Labour Day Store Hours:

Saturday Aug 30: 12 – 6 pm

Sunday Aug 31: CLOSED

Monday Sept 1: CLOSED

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Our SUMMER SALE ends Saturday August 30, 2025, 11:59pm

The discount is online and in-store, and it will be automatically be added at check-out, so you don’t have to jump through any extra hoops or remember to put in a discount code (this discount can NOT be combined with any other offers or discounts, including free shipping – you won’t be able to use another discount code when you check-out).

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A skein of Sandnes Garn Line yarn in a soft yellow color, featuring a label with the brand name and product information.

Sandnes Garn Line: 20% OFF SALE $6.38 (Reg. $7.97)

Almost all of the colours of Sandnes Garn Line have been restocked for your Summer knit, crochet, and weaving fun! Sandnes Garn Line combines the easy comfort and drape of linen with soft cotton for body and the coolness of viscose. Create classic lightweight summer tops and sweaters with this elegant plant-based Light worsted to heavy DK weight yarn. 

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 53% Cotton, 33% Viscose, 14% Linen
  • 50 g / 1.8 oz (110m/120 yds)
  • Light Worsted to heavy DK weight
  • Knitting Needle Size: 4mm/US8 
  • Knitting Gauge: 20 to 21 sts = 4″/10 cm
  • Crochet Hook Size: 4.0 mm / E
  • Crochet Gauge: 20 scs = 4″/10 cm
  • Machine wash in cold water, delicate cycle; lay flat to dry.
  • Made in Norway, Imported directly to Canada 
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A ball of Berroco Remix Light yarn, displayed with a blue label showcasing its name and indicating it is made from 100% recycled fibers.

Berroco Remix Light: 20% OFF SALE $17.97 (Reg. $14.38)

Berroco Remix Light is a multi-seasonal yarn that’s so comfortable you’ll find the garments made with it become some of your favourites (you know, the one you wear over and over and over again, until you get tired of the colour so you make another in a new colour … etc). It’s super soft, light, breathable, machine washable, and it’s made in France from an eco-friendly blend of 100% recycled fibres.

It’s great for people who are allergic to wool, and light enough for perfect for people whose bodies run warm and wearing a knit is more about dressing and less about warmth. It’s popularity also stems from it’s INCREDIBLE yardage – it’s a DK weight yarn that comes in a 100g/400m skein (for those of you who don’t live in a yarn store, that’s like a bonus 150m to 200m). Remix Light is great for sweaters, tanks, tees, blankets, socks, scarves, shawls, bags, etc. It’s great for everyone: babies, kids, adults. 

SEE OUR FAVROURITE PROJECTS WITH BERROCO REMIX LIGHT

  • 10% silk, 9% linen, 27% cotton, 30% nylon, 24% acrylic
  • 100g/400m (432 yds)
  • 3.75mm/US5 needles
  • Knitting gauge: 22 sts & 32 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet gauge: 20 sc x 22 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Read more about how Berroco Remix and Remix Light are made HERE. 
  • Made in France
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A row of Estelle Breeze cotton yarn skeins in various pastel colors including pink, peach, green, yellow, blue, and purple, with the text 'Estelle Breeze Pure Cotton' displayed beneath.

Estelle Breeze: 20% OFF SALE $7.98 (Reg. $9.97)

Estelle Breeze is a deliciously soft chunky cotton yarn. Made using one thicker ply and a finer thread combined, the texture makes this yarn perfect for baby items, blankets, or quick and comfy sweaters!

Perfect for our Super Simple Striped Baby Blanket (see colour combos)

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 100% Cotton
  • 100g/125m (137 yds)
  • 6mm/US10 needles
  • 14sts = 10cm/4″
  • Machine wash in cold water, tumble dry on low heat.
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A skein of bright blue yarn with a silky texture, loosely twisted and displayed against a white background.

Berroco Modern Cotton: 20% OFF SALE $11.58 (Reg. $14.47)

Berroco Modern Cotton is a super soft and lustrous yarn perfect for knitting year-round. Made from a blend of Pima Cotton and Modal Rayon (viscose, a plant-based cellulosic fibre), Modern Cotton is machine washable, sustainable, and more resilient than pure cotton yarns (it has a slight sheen and it won’t pill and get fuzzy like many cottons). The smooth texture will also make your lace, cables, or any other texture POP!  Modern Cotton is perfect for both crochet and knitting and is great for sweaters, tanks, tees and other tops, hats (especially chemo hats), shawls & wraps, blankets & afghans, and slippers. Berroco Modern Cotton is also available in a DK Weight

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal Rayon (viscose)100g/191m (209 yds)
  • Worsted weight
  • 4.5mm/US7 knitting needles
  • 5mm/H crochet hook
  • Knitting gauge: 20 sts & 26 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet gauge: 16 sc & 19 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Made in Peru
  • See Our Blog Posts (with Project Ideas)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
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Skein of Berroco Modern Cotton DK yarn in a teal color, displayed with a black label.

Berroco Modern Cotton DK: 20% OFF SALE $11.58 (Reg. $14.47)

Berroco Modern Cotton DK is a super soft and lustrous yarn perfect for knitting year-round. Made from a blend of Pima Cotton and Modal Rayon (viscose, a plant-based cellulosic fibre), Modern Cotton is machine washable, sustainable, and more resilient than pure cotton yarns (it has a slight sheen and it won’t pill and get fuzzy like many cottons). The smooth texture will also make your lace, cables, or any other texture POP!  Modern Cotton is perfect for both crochet and knitting and is great for sweaters, tanks, tees and other tops, hats (especially chemo hats), shawls & wraps, blankets & afghans, slippers, and Knitted Knockers. Berroco Modern Cotton is also available in a Worsted Weight

  • 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal Rayon (Viscose)
  • 100g/306m (335 yds)
  • DK Weight
  • 3.75mm/US5 knitting needles
  • 3.25mm/D crochet hook
  • Knitting Gauge: 23 sts & 32 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet Gauge: 22 sc & 36 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Made in Peru
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A collection of colorful yarn skeins arranged in a gradient from cool blues and greens on the left to warm reds and pinks on the right.
Gazzal Happy Feet

Gazzal Happy Feet: 20% OFF SALE $21.58 (Reg. $26.97)

Gazzal Happy Feet is a hand-dyed yarn, perfect for ‘pair’ projects, like socks and mittens (or any other project that calls for fingering weight yarn). Each skein is comprised of two mini-skeins, so you’ll have exactly enough portioned out to make each sock. Its softness and bounce makes it a delight to work with, providing both beauty and comfort. Hand-dyed in rich colourways, your projects will showcase a pleasing colour shift. It is also OEKO-TEX Standard Certified (it has been tested and certified to be free from over 1000 harmful substances).

SEE OUR FINISHED PROJECTS

  • 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Polyamide
  • Fingering weight
  • 100g/330m (360 yds)
  • 29 sts = 4″ on 2.5-3 mm / US 1-4
  • Machine wash, gentle cycle, 30°. Lay flat to dry.
  • OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified.
  • Made in Turkey, Imported directly to Canada 
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A skein of multicolored yarn with a mix of pink, white, and black hues, arranged in a twisted formation against a neutral background.

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock: 20% OFF SALE $25.58 (Reg. $31.97)

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock is a super soft blend of superwash-merino wool and nylon. It is perfect to knit your lovely socks and make sure they will be resistant and durable at the same time.

  • 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Mylon
  • Fingering Weight
  • 30-32 sts = 4 inches
  • Knitting Needle: US 1 – 3 or 2.25 – 3.25mm
  • Crochet Hook:  US B-1 to E-4 or 2.25-3.5 mm
  • Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water, do not tumble, dry flat
  • Great for socks and garments with a lot of friction.
  • Made in Uruguay

Links for Malabrigo Ultimate Sock

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A collection of colorful yarn skeins arranged in a gradient from white, green, and coral to various shades of pink, purple, and violet.

Cascade Ultra Pima Fine: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $5.76 (Reg. $9)

Cascade Ultra Pima Fine is a super soft and silky, machine-washable pima cotton. Its a sport-weight, and is great for all kinds of projects from baby garments, blankets, amigurumi and toys, sweaters, tops, tees, shawls and wraps, facecloths, shopping bags, etc. It also crochets and weaves beautifully! This yarn is made in Peru and imported directly from the manufacturer to Canada.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 100% Pima Cotton
  • 50g/125m (136 yds)
  • Sport Weight
  • Knitting Needles: 3.25mm to 3.75mm or US 3 to 5
  • Knitting Gauge: 24 to 26 sts = 4″/10cm
  • Crochet Hook: E / 3.50 mm (up to F / 3.75 mm, G / 4.00 mm)
  • Crochet Gauge: 17sc to 16sc = 4″/10cm
  • Machine Wash Cold. Tumble Dry Low
  • Made in Peru, imported directly to Canada
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A skein of rich burgundy yarn, twisted into a loose spiral, showcasing its texture and color.

Estelle Cloud Cotton: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $8 (Reg. $13)

Estelle Cloud Cotton is a deliciously soft aran weight cotton yarn.  Made with 100% super soft Pima Cotton, this yarn perfect for baby items, blankets, and comfy sweaters! Made in Peru.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 100% Pima Cotton
  • 100g/150m 
  • 5mm/US8 needles
  • 18sts = 10cm/4″
  • Hand wash in cold water.
  • Made in Peru, Imported directly to Canada 
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A skein of coral-colored kid mohair yarn labeled 'Cabrito' on a textured surface.

Manos Cabrito: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $9.60 (Reg. $15)

Manos Del Uruguay’s Cabrito is a laceweight kid mohair blend in beautiful space-dyed colors, from soft and subtle to bright and bold.  Use it by itself for a gossamer-light fabric, or pair it with any of our other yarns to add a soft halo and additional warmth. Made in Uruguay.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 80% kid mohair, 20% polyamide
  • 230 yds / 210 m per 25g
  • Gauge: 20-26 sts = 4”/10cm
  • Needle Size: 3-6 US / 3.25-4mm
  • Hand wash in cold water. Dry flat.
  • Made in Uruguay, Imported directly to Canada 
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A close-up view of Berroco Macro yarn skeins in various colors, including gray, cream, and mustard, with labels clearly displaying the product name.

Berroco Macro: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $20.80 (Reg. $33)

Berroco Macro is instant-knitting gratification—a super bulky blend of wool, acrylic, and alpaca in bold colors. This single-ply yarn works up quickly on big needles and is perfect for arm knitting.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

SEE FAVOURITE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 50% Wool, 40% Acrylic, 10% Alpaca
  • 250g/102m (112 yds)
  • Super bulky weight
  • knitting needle size: 15mm/US19
  • crochet hook size: S/19mm
  • knitting gauge: 6 sts & 8 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • crochet gauge:  5 sc & 6 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Hand wash, lay flat to dry
  • Made in Italy
  • See Macro on Ravelry
  • See Pattern Ideas for Macro

How Much Do I Need?

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Skein of Berroco Coco yarn, 100% superwash merino wool, featuring a colorful variegated pattern in shades of cream, orange, and gray.

Berroco Coco: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $16 (Reg. $25)

Quickly make fun projects with this super bulky-weight yarn! Berroco Coco is 100% superwash merino wool dyed with splashes of color for fast and fabulous projects. It’s soft, easy to work with, and works up beautifully.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 100% Superwash Merino Wool
  • 100g/70m (77yds)
  • Super Bulky Weight
  • 10mm/US15 knitting needles 
  • 10 sts & 14 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • P (US) / 12 mm crochet hook
  • Made in Italy
  • Place garment in a mesh wash bag, machine wash separately in cold water on delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Patterns for Berroco Coco

How much yarn will I need?

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A skein of vibrant, multi-colored yarn featuring shades of purple, teal, pink, and green, arranged in a twisted and looped formation.

Malabrigo Mecha: 20% OFF SALE $19.98 (Reg. $24.97)

Malabrigo Mecha is a rare bulky weight, single-ply superwash merino yarn. It’s crazy soft and the merino takes colour in the most vivid, rich way! Mecha has a slight thick-and-thin texture, a fantastic loft, and is the perfect size for quick but not-too-heavy projects. Great for accessories, garments, baby and kids items, cables, and textured stitches.

  • 100% Pure Merino Superwash Wool
  • 100g/120m (130 yds)  
  • Bulky Weight
  • 6mm to 8mm (Us10 to 11) needles 
  • 11 to 13 sts = 4″ (10cm)
  • Single Ply
  • Machine wash in cold (or hand wash), lay flat to dry
  • Made in Peru
  • Project Ideas

Note: due to Malabrigo’s dyeing process each lot is unique, and colours within the dye lot are variable. We will always try to match your skeins as closely as possible. 

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A stack of colorful Bheda Wool roving in various shades of pink and fuchsia, each labeled with 'Bheda Wool'.

Bheda Wool Roving: 20% OFF SALE $3.58 (Reg $4.47)

Bheda Wool (BhedaWolle) is the perfect wool roving for needle felting or wet felting! It’s made from a mixture of different New Zealand sheep breeds, including Rylend, Suffolk, Shetland, Romney, Jacob and others, and  it’s average fibre thickness is 25 microns (if that means anything to you).  It’s also a great value – you get 25 grams for only $3.97 (most other brands of roving offer less than 10g for the same price). 

  • 100% wool roving
  • 25g (1oz)
  • Made in the Netherlands
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Transitional Felix Sweaters: Perfect for Autumn

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The Felix sweaters by Amy Christoffers are great options for transitional seasons! They knit up fast on larger needles, and you can use a cotton or cotton blend to make them for end of summer/beginning of fall days that are a little warm but also a little chilly.

My favourite yarn would be the Berroco Remix Light, because it has a soft, tweedy texture, but no wool.

Try any of the following machine-washable yarns:

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Felix Pullover

The Felix Pullover is a cropped, top-down raglan with an eyelet motif incorporated into the raglan increases. This was designed to be the perfect sweater to wear layered over tunics and dresses though I find it is well suited to high waisted pants as well. I suggest putting all the stitches on waste yarn and trying the sweater on before you begin the ribbing to be sure you have a length you will like and will enjoy wearing.

Notes

I found the neckline is a bit wider than a traditional crew neck. If you want to eye-ball it as you go, try casting on with a provisional cast-on, skip over the ribbing, start with the stocking stitch, and then go back and try it on before you complete the neck ribbing. If you want to make the neck-opening smaller, you can do a round or two of decreases to reduce the neckline, then finish the neck ribbing.

I don’t think you need to do a tubular cast-on for this sweater, unless you really love an extra stretchy neck-line. The neck is wide enough that it doesn’t need a stretchy cast on.

A person wearing a brown knitted sweater with a round neckline, styled with a loose, comfortable fit. The individual is slightly turned to show the side view of the sweater, which features a ribbed hem and eyelet details at the shoulders.

Size

Selecting the correct amount of ease is a very personal, please choose a size based on your own preferences, a range between 2 to 10” of ease is suggested for this garment.

If choosing to knit this with less ease for a more fitted look please review the measurements on the schematic and consider adding more length to the body and plan your yarn purchasing accordingly.*

  • Finished bust circumference: 39 (43 ½, 48, 52 ½, 57)”Shown in second size, worn with 7” of positive ease.

Gauge

14 stitches x 20 rows = 4” in Stockinette stitch on larger needles

A person wearing a brown knitted sweater with a wide neckline and raglan sleeves, viewed from the back.

Yarn Options

You’ll need 600 (640, 775, 865,960) metres or 650 (700, 850, 950,1050) yards of a yarn that knits at 14 to 15 sts/4″ in stocking stitch.

You can alternatively use 1200 (1280, 1550, 1730,1920) metres of a DK weight yarn (2 strands held together).

Try any of the following yarns:

For a soft & fuzzy version, try holding together one strand of Drops Air AND one strand of Drops Kid-Silk:

Other Materials

A cropped brown sweater hanging on a hanger, featuring a round neckline and long sleeves, with raglan seams and an eyelet motif.
A person wearing a cropped purple cardigan with buttons, layered over a blue dress, showcasing a delicate eyelet motif.

Felix Cardigan

Construction

The Felix Cardigan cropped top down raglan cardigan with an eyelet motif incorporated into the raglan increases. This was designed to be the perfect sweater to wear layered over tunics and dresses, I like it with waisted pants as well. I suggest putting all the stitches on waste yarn and trying the sweater on before you begin the ribbing to be sure you have a length you will like and will enjoy wearing.

The cardigan version is written to be worked back and forth in rows, the neck is shaped with short rows, the body and sleeves are divided after the yoke shaping. The body is worked back and forth in rows, the sleeves are worked in the round. The body of the cardigan is 1” longer than that of the Felix Pullover – please note the body can be made any length but plan to purchase more yarn.

Notes

I found the neckline is a bit wider than a traditional crew neck. If you want to eye-ball it as you go, try casting on with a provisional cast-on, skip over the ribbing, start with the stocking stitch, and then go back and try it on before you complete the neck ribbing. If you want to make the neck-opening smaller, you can do a round or two of decreases to reduce the neckline, then finish the neck ribbing.

I don’t think you need to do a tubular cast-on for this sweater, unless you really love an extra stretchy neck-line. The neck is wide enough that it doesn’t need a stretchy cast on.

A woman wearing a cropped, knitted cardigan with buttons, styled over a long, flowing dress, poses with one hand in her hair.

Size

Selecting the correct amount of ease is a very personal, please choose a size based on your own preferences, a range between 2 to 10” of ease is suggested for this garment.

If choosing to knit this with less ease for a more fitted look please review the measurements on the last page and consider adding more length to the body and plan your yarn purchasing accordingly.*

  • Finished bust circumference (with overlapped front bands): 39 (43 ½, 48, 52 ½, 57)”
  • Shown in second size, worn with 7” of positive ease.

Gauge

14 stitches x 20 rows = 4” in Stockinette stitch on larger needles

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Yarn Options

You’ll need 640 (730, 820, 915, 1000) m or 700 (800, 900, 1000, 1100) yards of a yarn that knits at 14 to 15 sts/4″ in stocking stitch.

You can alternatively use 1280 (1460, 1640,1830, 2000) metres of a DK weight yarn (2 strands held together).

Try any of the following yarns:

For a soft & fuzzy version, try holding together one strand of Drops Air AND one strand of Drops Kid-Silk:

Other Materials

A close-up of a cropped sweater with a round neckline, showcasing ribbed cuffs and a textured fabric, worn over a flowy skirt.
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Our SUMMER SALE is ending soon! Select products (including some clearance items) are 20% OFF until August 30, 2025, 11:59pm.

The discount is online and in-store, and it will be automatically be added at check-out, so you don’t have to jump through any extra hoops or remember to put in a discount code (this discount can NOT be combined with any other offers or discounts, including free shipping – you won’t be able to use another discount code when you check-out).

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Stylish Carbeth Sweaters for Transitional Seasons

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The Carbeth sweaters are great options for transitional seasons! They knit up fast on larger needles, and you can use a cotton or cotton blend to make them for end of summer/beginning of fall days that are a little warm but also a little chilly.

My favourite yarn would be the Berroco Remix Light, because it has a soft, tweedy texture, but no wool.

Try any of the following machine-washable yarns:

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Carbeth

Carbeth is a wide, cropped sweater with simple lines and a deep roll neck. It’s swift and straightforward to knit, and a great sweater for beginners.

Construction

The sweater is knitted from the bottom up, and begins with an inch of rib, after which it is worked straight to the underarms (length can be added here to make the sweater less cropped, if required). Two sleeves are worked, then body and sleeves are joined together to be worked in the round. The yoke is shaped by decreasing stitches at an even rate from the body only, and, when the correct depth is reached, the stitch count is reduced further for the neck. A deep ribbed roll neck is then worked to complete the sweater.

Size

This sweater is intended to be wide, cropped, and to hang slightly bell-like from the shoulders. To fit as shown, it should be knitted with at least 10cm / 4in positive ease at the bust. Pick the size at least 10cm /4in above your actual bust measurement, and if in doubt, select the next size up. Length can easily be added to the sweater to make it less cropped. Shown in the first size with 12.5cm / 5in positive ease.

  • Finished bust circumference: 93 (101.5, 110.5, 122, 133.5, 142, 151, 162.5) cm / 36½ (40, 43½, 48, 52½, 56, 59½, 64) in.
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Yarn Options

You’ll need 990(1100, 1210, 1320, 1430, 1540, 1650, 1760)m of DK yarn (2 strands held together), OR 495(550, 605, 660, 715, 770, 825, 880)m of bulky weight yarn.

See this tutorial about calculating yarn quantities when adding extra length

Try any of the following yarns:

Other Materials

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Carbeth Cardi

Carbeth Cardigan is a cropped cardigan with simple lines and a structured ribbed collar.

Construction

The cardigan is knitted from the bottom up, and begins with an inch of rib, after which it is worked straight to the underarms (length can be added here to make the cardigan less cropped, if required). Two sleeves are worked, then body and sleeves are joined together to be worked in one piece. The yoke is shaped by decreasing stitches at an even rate from the body only, and, when the correct depth is reached, the stitch count is reduced further for the neck. Button bands are worked, then the neck rib is picked up, folded over and joined to the inside of the garment. Finally, an i-cord bind off and i-cord buttonholes add a neat finish to the front edges. Where one number is given this applies to all sizes.

Size

This cardigan is intended to be wide, cropped, and to hang bell-like from the shoulders. To fit as shown, it should be knitted with at least 10cm / 4in positive ease at the bust. Pick the size at least 10cm / 4in above your actual bust measurement, and if in doubt, select the next size up. Length can easily be added to the sweater to make it less cropped. Shown in the first size with 16.5cm / 6½in positive ease.

  • Finished bust circumference (with overlapped front bands): 98 (106.5, 114.5, 127, 138.5, 146, 155, 165) cm / 38½ (42, 45½, 50, 54½, 57½, 61, 65) in
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Yarn Options

You’ll need 1100(1210, 1320, 1430, 1650, 1760, 1870, 1980)m of DK yarn (2 strands held together), OR 550(605, 660, 715, 825, 880, 935, 990)m of bulky weight yarn.

See this tutorial about calculating yarn quantities when adding extra length

Try any of the following yarns:

Other Materials

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Our SUMMER SALE starts Saturday July 12, 2025! Select products (including some clearance items) are 20% OFF until August 30, 2025, 11:59pm.

The discount is online and in-store, and it will be automatically be added at check-out, so you don’t have to jump through any extra hoops or remember to put in a discount code (this discount can NOT be combined with any other offers or discounts, including free shipping – you won’t be able to use another discount code when you check-out).

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Discover the Best Summer Sweater: Pyramid Tee

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Pyramid

One of the most popular summer sweaters this year has been Pyramid! Pyramid is a SEAMLESS tee (no sewing) worked from the top down. You can easily adjust the length of the body to make it cropped or longer, and the sleeves can also be made longer if you want them 3/4 or full length. It comes with a finished bust size from 86.5 cm / 34 inches to 158.5 cm / 62.5 inches, and is designed to be worn with 10-12 cm / 4-4.75 inches positive ease.

NOTE: The tension of this pattern is a bit loose, so if you make it with Berroco Modern Cotton you might want to wear it with a cami under it. If you want to go down needles size and knit it at the yarn’s normal tension I suggest making a size larger in the pattern.

You can also make it using 2 strands of Berroco Remix Light held togehter, which will give you the exact tension and no holes. The Berroco Remix Light would also make for a pullover for transitional seasons, perfect for the cooler end of summer/start of fall, and also spring. Remix Light does not contain any animal fibre, so it’s a great all-season option, or just wonderful if you are allergic to wool, or your body runs warm.

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Size

  • Sizes 1 (2, 3, 4) {5, 6, 7, 8}
  • Finished chest circumference: 86.5 (97, 107, 117.5) {127.5, 138, 148.5, 158.5} cm / 34 (38, 42.25, 46.25) {50.25, 54.25, 58.5, 62.5} inches
  • This garment is intended to be worn with about 10-12 cm / 4-4.75 inches positive ease.
  • Shown in size 1, modeled with 10 cm / 4 inches of positive ease.
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Yarn Options

This pattern will be great made with Berroco Modern Cotton, it will have a loose, summery tension that’s a bit open. I also did some swatching and found that it’s also perfect to use 2 strands of Berroco Remix Light held togehter, which will give you the pretty tweedy texture, and a more conventional tension so you won’t need to wear a cami under your top.

Materials

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Beginner-Friendly Slouchy Baskets for Your Long Weekend

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Friday Aug 1: 12 – 6 pm

Saturday Aug 2: 12 – 6 pm

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Monday Aug 4: CLOSED

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Slouchy Crochet Hanging Baskets

Make yourself some slouchy hanging baskets this long weekend! Increase your storage vertically with these chic hanging baskets. A simple, beginner-friendly crochet stitch provides an understated texture to this minimalist home accessory.

To get the all-season (wool-free) tweedy look I recommend using Berroco Remix Light (2 strands held together) … and we have lots of colours left in stock. For a more basic cotton try Estelle Breeze, or you can even use Berroco Vintage Chunky. Both the Remix Light and Breeze are ON SALE until the end of August!

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Size: Small, Large

Finished Dimensions: Diameter: 8.5”/21.5cm (small), 13.75”/35cm (large); Circumference: 27”/68.5cm (small), 43”/109cm (large); Depth: 8”/20cm (small), 12”/30.5cm (large)

Skill Level: Beginner

Skills: Single crochet, Slip stitch, Chaining and skipping stitches Working in spiral, Un-joined rounds

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Sandnes Garn Line: 20% OFF SALE $6.38 (Reg. $7.97)

Almost all of the colours of Sandnes Garn Line have been restocked for your Summer knit, crochet, and weaving fun! Sandnes Garn Line combines the easy comfort and drape of linen with soft cotton for body and the coolness of viscose. Create classic lightweight summer tops and sweaters with this elegant plant-based Light worsted to heavy DK weight yarn. 

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  • 53% Cotton, 33% Viscose, 14% Linen
  • 50 g / 1.8 oz (110m/120 yds)
  • Light Worsted to heavy DK weight
  • Knitting Needle Size: 4mm/US8 
  • Knitting Gauge: 20 to 21 sts = 4″/10 cm
  • Crochet Hook Size: 4.0 mm / E
  • Crochet Gauge: 20 scs = 4″/10 cm
  • Machine wash in cold water, delicate cycle; lay flat to dry.
  • Made in Norway, Imported directly to Canada 
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Berroco Remix Light: 20% OFF SALE $17.97 (Reg. $14.38)

Berroco Remix Light is a multi-seasonal yarn that’s so comfortable you’ll find the garments made with it become some of your favourites (you know, the one you wear over and over and over again, until you get tired of the colour so you make another in a new colour … etc). It’s super soft, light, breathable, machine washable, and it’s made in France from an eco-friendly blend of 100% recycled fibres.

It’s great for people who are allergic to wool, and light enough for perfect for people whose bodies run warm and wearing a knit is more about dressing and less about warmth. It’s popularity also stems from it’s INCREDIBLE yardage – it’s a DK weight yarn that comes in a 100g/400m skein (for those of you who don’t live in a yarn store, that’s like a bonus 150m to 200m). Remix Light is great for sweaters, tanks, tees, blankets, socks, scarves, shawls, bags, etc. It’s great for everyone: babies, kids, adults. 

SEE OUR FAVROURITE PROJECTS WITH BERROCO REMIX LIGHT

  • 10% silk, 9% linen, 27% cotton, 30% nylon, 24% acrylic
  • 100g/400m (432 yds)
  • 3.75mm/US5 needles
  • Knitting gauge: 22 sts & 32 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet gauge: 20 sc x 22 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Read more about how Berroco Remix and Remix Light are made HERE. 
  • Made in France
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Estelle Breeze: 20% OFF SALE $7.98 (Reg. $9.97)

Estelle Breeze is a deliciously soft chunky cotton yarn. Made using one thicker ply and a finer thread combined, the texture makes this yarn perfect for baby items, blankets, or quick and comfy sweaters!

Perfect for our Super Simple Striped Baby Blanket (see colour combos)

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 100% Cotton
  • 100g/125m (137 yds)
  • 6mm/US10 needles
  • 14sts = 10cm/4″
  • Machine wash in cold water, tumble dry on low heat.
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Berroco Modern Cotton: 20% OFF SALE $11.58 (Reg. $14.47)

Berroco Modern Cotton is a super soft and lustrous yarn perfect for knitting year-round. Made from a blend of Pima Cotton and Modal Rayon (viscose, a plant-based cellulosic fibre), Modern Cotton is machine washable, sustainable, and more resilient than pure cotton yarns (it has a slight sheen and it won’t pill and get fuzzy like many cottons). The smooth texture will also make your lace, cables, or any other texture POP!  Modern Cotton is perfect for both crochet and knitting and is great for sweaters, tanks, tees and other tops, hats (especially chemo hats), shawls & wraps, blankets & afghans, and slippers. Berroco Modern Cotton is also available in a DK Weight

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal Rayon (viscose)100g/191m (209 yds)
  • Worsted weight
  • 4.5mm/US7 knitting needles
  • 5mm/H crochet hook
  • Knitting gauge: 20 sts & 26 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet gauge: 16 sc & 19 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Made in Peru
  • See Our Blog Posts (with Project Ideas)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
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Berroco Modern Cotton DK: 20% OFF SALE $11.58 (Reg. $14.47)

Berroco Modern Cotton DK is a super soft and lustrous yarn perfect for knitting year-round. Made from a blend of Pima Cotton and Modal Rayon (viscose, a plant-based cellulosic fibre), Modern Cotton is machine washable, sustainable, and more resilient than pure cotton yarns (it has a slight sheen and it won’t pill and get fuzzy like many cottons). The smooth texture will also make your lace, cables, or any other texture POP!  Modern Cotton is perfect for both crochet and knitting and is great for sweaters, tanks, tees and other tops, hats (especially chemo hats), shawls & wraps, blankets & afghans, slippers, and Knitted Knockers. Berroco Modern Cotton is also available in a Worsted Weight

  • 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal Rayon (Viscose)
  • 100g/306m (335 yds)
  • DK Weight
  • 3.75mm/US5 knitting needles
  • 3.25mm/D crochet hook
  • Knitting Gauge: 23 sts & 32 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Crochet Gauge: 22 sc & 36 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Machine Wash in cold water, delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Made in Peru
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Gazzal Happy Feet

Gazzal Happy Feet: 20% OFF SALE $21.58 (Reg. $26.97)

Gazzal Happy Feet is a hand-dyed yarn, perfect for ‘pair’ projects, like socks and mittens (or any other project that calls for fingering weight yarn). Each skein is comprised of two mini-skeins, so you’ll have exactly enough portioned out to make each sock. Its softness and bounce makes it a delight to work with, providing both beauty and comfort. Hand-dyed in rich colourways, your projects will showcase a pleasing colour shift. It is also OEKO-TEX Standard Certified (it has been tested and certified to be free from over 1000 harmful substances).

SEE OUR FINISHED PROJECTS

  • 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Polyamide
  • Fingering weight
  • 100g/330m (360 yds)
  • 29 sts = 4″ on 2.5-3 mm / US 1-4
  • Machine wash, gentle cycle, 30°. Lay flat to dry.
  • OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified.
  • Made in Turkey, Imported directly to Canada 
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Malabrigo Ultimate Sock: 20% OFF SALE $25.58 (Reg. $31.97)

Malabrigo Ultimate Sock is a super soft blend of superwash-merino wool and nylon. It is perfect to knit your lovely socks and make sure they will be resistant and durable at the same time.

  • 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Mylon
  • Fingering Weight
  • 30-32 sts = 4 inches
  • Knitting Needle: US 1 – 3 or 2.25 – 3.25mm
  • Crochet Hook:  US B-1 to E-4 or 2.25-3.5 mm
  • Machine washable, gentle cycle, cold water, do not tumble, dry flat
  • Great for socks and garments with a lot of friction.
  • Made in Uruguay

Links for Malabrigo Ultimate Sock

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Cascade Ultra Pima Fine: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $5.76 (Reg. $9)

Cascade Ultra Pima Fine is a super soft and silky, machine-washable pima cotton. Its a sport-weight, and is great for all kinds of projects from baby garments, blankets, amigurumi and toys, sweaters, tops, tees, shawls and wraps, facecloths, shopping bags, etc. It also crochets and weaves beautifully! This yarn is made in Peru and imported directly from the manufacturer to Canada.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

SEE PROJECT IDEAS

  • 100% Pima Cotton
  • 50g/125m (136 yds)
  • Sport Weight
  • Knitting Needles: 3.25mm to 3.75mm or US 3 to 5
  • Knitting Gauge: 24 to 26 sts = 4″/10cm
  • Crochet Hook: E / 3.50 mm (up to F / 3.75 mm, G / 4.00 mm)
  • Crochet Gauge: 17sc to 16sc = 4″/10cm
  • Machine Wash Cold. Tumble Dry Low
  • Made in Peru, imported directly to Canada
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Estelle Cloud Cotton: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $8 (Reg. $13)

Estelle Cloud Cotton is a deliciously soft aran weight cotton yarn.  Made with 100% super soft Pima Cotton, this yarn perfect for baby items, blankets, and comfy sweaters! Made in Peru.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 100% Pima Cotton
  • 100g/150m 
  • 5mm/US8 needles
  • 18sts = 10cm/4″
  • Hand wash in cold water.
  • Made in Peru, Imported directly to Canada 
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Manos Cabrito: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $9.60 (Reg. $15)

Manos Del Uruguay’s Cabrito is a laceweight kid mohair blend in beautiful space-dyed colors, from soft and subtle to bright and bold.  Use it by itself for a gossamer-light fabric, or pair it with any of our other yarns to add a soft halo and additional warmth. Made in Uruguay.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 80% kid mohair, 20% polyamide
  • 230 yds / 210 m per 25g
  • Gauge: 20-26 sts = 4”/10cm
  • Needle Size: 3-6 US / 3.25-4mm
  • Hand wash in cold water. Dry flat.
  • Made in Uruguay, Imported directly to Canada 
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Berroco Macro: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $20.80 (Reg. $33)

Berroco Macro is instant-knitting gratification—a super bulky blend of wool, acrylic, and alpaca in bold colors. This single-ply yarn works up quickly on big needles and is perfect for arm knitting.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

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  • 50% Wool, 40% Acrylic, 10% Alpaca
  • 250g/102m (112 yds)
  • Super bulky weight
  • knitting needle size: 15mm/US19
  • crochet hook size: S/19mm
  • knitting gauge: 6 sts & 8 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • crochet gauge:  5 sc & 6 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • Hand wash, lay flat to dry
  • Made in Italy
  • See Macro on Ravelry
  • See Pattern Ideas for Macro

How Much Do I Need?

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Skein of Berroco Coco yarn, 100% superwash merino wool, featuring a colorful variegated pattern in shades of cream, orange, and gray.

Berroco Coco: 40% OFF SUPER SALE $16 (Reg. $25)

Quickly make fun projects with this super bulky-weight yarn! Berroco Coco is 100% superwash merino wool dyed with splashes of color for fast and fabulous projects. It’s soft, easy to work with, and works up beautifully.

Please note, this yarn has been discontinued by the distributor and stock is limited.

  • 100% Superwash Merino Wool
  • 100g/70m (77yds)
  • Super Bulky Weight
  • 10mm/US15 knitting needles 
  • 10 sts & 14 rows = 4″ (10cm)
  • P (US) / 12 mm crochet hook
  • Made in Italy
  • Place garment in a mesh wash bag, machine wash separately in cold water on delicate cycle. Lay flat to dry.
  • Patterns for Berroco Coco

How much yarn will I need?

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Malabrigo Mecha: 20% OFF SALE $19.98 (Reg. $24.97)

Malabrigo Mecha is a rare bulky weight, single-ply superwash merino yarn. It’s crazy soft and the merino takes colour in the most vivid, rich way! Mecha has a slight thick-and-thin texture, a fantastic loft, and is the perfect size for quick but not-too-heavy projects. Great for accessories, garments, baby and kids items, cables, and textured stitches.

  • 100% Pure Merino Superwash Wool
  • 100g/120m (130 yds)  
  • Bulky Weight
  • 6mm to 8mm (Us10 to 11) needles 
  • 11 to 13 sts = 4″ (10cm)
  • Single Ply
  • Machine wash in cold (or hand wash), lay flat to dry
  • Made in Peru
  • Project Ideas

Note: due to Malabrigo’s dyeing process each lot is unique, and colours within the dye lot are variable. We will always try to match your skeins as closely as possible. 

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Bheda Wool Roving: 20% OFF SALE $3.58 (Reg $4.47)

Bheda Wool (BhedaWolle) is the perfect wool roving for needle felting or wet felting! It’s made from a mixture of different New Zealand sheep breeds, including Rylend, Suffolk, Shetland, Romney, Jacob and others, and  it’s average fibre thickness is 25 microns (if that means anything to you).  It’s also a great value – you get 25 grams for only $3.97 (most other brands of roving offer less than 10g for the same price). 

  • 100% wool roving
  • 25g (1oz)
  • Made in the Netherlands
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