After being a seasoned maker it's easy to forget all the "growing pains" we went through in becoming a prolific knitter and crocheter, so we wanted to share our best advice to anyone who is starting off. Make a gauge swatch. We know that in order to make a well fitting garment we have to… Continue reading 5 Things We Wish We Knew As New Makers
5 Basic Knitting Techniques
Oh hey beginners! Whether this is your first time or you're coming out of a hiatus, the best place to refresh your knitting skills is at your favorite Local Yarn Shop. BUT if you're in a pinch and want to get going ASAP (a feeling we can relate to) here are a few videos to… Continue reading 5 Basic Knitting Techniques
5 Free Spring Patterns To Make Now!
The weather is turning warmer here on the East Coast and that means SPRING CLOTHING is right around the corner!! Right now, it's that in-between time where temps can fluctuate between cold mornings and warm afternoons. It can be hard to decide what to wear which is why we're sharing 5 of our favorite free… Continue reading 5 Free Spring Patterns To Make Now!
FO: Rena in Tiramisu
The crocheted granny square is a classic for a reason—it's simple and addictive! The Rena pullover was fun to make because you start by making about a bunch of 3-round granny squares and triangles (super portable if you're making on the go), then join them together into panels for the back, front, and sleeves, making… Continue reading FO: Rena in Tiramisu
Best Free Meditative Knitting Patterns
It's a hectic time of year and with that can come a lot of stress and anxiety. We know how beneficial knitting (and crafting) can be to lower anxiety, so we wanted to share our favorite meditative knitting patterns with you. These are simple rhythmic knitting patterns that once started become a carefree, mindful practice… Continue reading Best Free Meditative Knitting Patterns
Last Minute Gifts
It's easy to let the days slip away and realize you don't have much time for making gifts. As much as we try to plan, those things just happen! Well, we've rounded up our favorite (and quick) knits to help you get inspired and active in crossing people off your holiday list. Calisson is a… Continue reading Last Minute Gifts
Finished Knit: Sebec Cardigan in Arno
Hey Berroco Fans! I'm so excited to share my newest FO, the Sebec Cardigan by Amy Christoffers. It was my 2nd official Cardi Party project and I obviously didn't finish it in the KAL window but I kept it going despite the end of the KAL and finally finished it! Sebec is a *free pattern*… Continue reading Finished Knit: Sebec Cardigan in Arno
Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: Crochet Flowers
We are sharing ways to use up our Fall/Winter Yarn Tasting Kit! Please check back here tomorrow for more tasting kit projects. If you missed the others, find them here, here and here. When thinking about what to make with my yarn tasting kit, I couldn't shake the idea of wanting something small and quick. Plus, with this… Continue reading Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: Crochet Flowers
Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: A knitted scarf
We are sharing ways to use up our Fall/Winter Yarn Tasting Kit! Please check back here tomorrow for more tasting kit projects. If you missed the others, find them here, and here. My goal was to use up as much as the yarn as possible on their own in plain stockinette stitch. That way you… Continue reading Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: A knitted scarf
Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: A crochet Hat
We are sharing ways to use up our Fall/Winter Yarn Tasting Kit! Please check back here tomorrow for more tasting kit projects. If you missed yesterday's, find it here. For all you crocheters out there, I wanted to make an easy and versatile slouch hat pattern using the Berroco Fall '21 home yarn tasting kit.… Continue reading Yarn Tasting Kit Idea: A crochet Hat