Berroco Brio, Boboli & Lodge Crochet Pattern

Berroco Brio, Boboli & Lodge Pattern Collection

This downloadable PDF pattern collection from Berroco features seven distinct garment designs showcasing three premium yarn options: Berroco Brio, Berroco Boboli, and Berroco Lodge. The collection includes both knit and crochet projects, offering versatility for crafters working with different techniques and skill levels.

Berroco Brio Yarn & Projects

Yarn Composition & Specifications: Berroco Brio is a luxurious blend of 49% Wool, 48% Acrylic, and 3% Other Fiber, weighing 3.5 oz per 100g. This yarn features a distinctive thick-and-thin construction infused with glittering metallic strands that remain soft and pleasant to work with. The gauge is 2.25 stitches per inch, with 9 stitches and 13 rows equaling 4 inches. Recommended needle size is US 15 (10mm). Handwash and lay flat to dry.

Projects in Brio: The collection includes five garments knit in Berroco Brio: Stratton, Caley, Barnell, and two additional designs. The metallic embellishments and brilliant color saturation make Brio ideal for statement pieces that catch light and showcase vibrant hues.

Berroco Lodge Yarn & Projects

Yarn Composition & Specifications: Berroco Lodge combines 47% Wool, 47% Acrylic, and 6% Nylon in a single-ply construction, weighing 1.75 oz per 50g. This lofty wool blend spins quickly into gorgeous stripes with mesmerizing color transitions punctuated by vibrant tweed flecks. The gauge is 3.5 stitches per inch, with 14 stitches and 20 rows equaling 4 inches. Recommended needle size is US 10 (6mm). Handwash and lay flat to dry.

Projects in Lodge: Three garments are knit in Berroco Lodge: Hutchings (appearing twice in the collection), and Corbin. The lofty construction and color-shifting properties of Lodge create dynamic visual interest in striped and textured knit designs.

Berroco Boboli Yarn & Projects

Yarn Composition & Specifications: Berroco Boboli is a sophisticated blend of 42% Wool, 35% Acrylic, and 23% Rayon/Viscose, weighing 3.5 oz per 100g. Each shade features an enchanting mix of shifting colors with a subtle shine and soft hand. The gauge is 5 stitches per inch, with 20 stitches and 28 rows equaling 4 inches. Recommended needle size is US 7 (4.5mm). Handwash and lay flat to dry.

Projects in Boboli: Two projects showcase Berroco Boboli: Biffen, which is crocheted, and Nutt, which is knit. The rayon content in Boboli adds elegant drape and sophisticated originality, making it particularly suitable for cool-weather garments requiring refined construction.

Techniques & Construction Methods

Knitting Techniques: The majority of designs in this collection are knit projects, utilizing standard knit stitches and construction methods. Pattern instructions include shaping techniques such as decreasing rows worked on the right side, center marking for symmetrical shaping, and row-by-row stitch pattern integration. Projects demonstrate various knit construction approaches suited to different yarn weights and gauges.

Crochet Techniques: The Biffen design showcases crochet construction in Berroco Boboli. Crochet instructions in this pattern include chain stitches (ch), single crochet (sc), slip stitches (sl st), and round-based construction with joining techniques. Specific crochet sequences include working single crochets with increases (2 sc's in next sc) to create shaping and dimensional effects.

Pattern Features & Design Elements

• Multiple gauge options across three distinct yarns allow crafters to select appropriate projects based on needle/hook size preference and desired fabric weight
• Stitch pattern integration throughout projects, with pattern stitch (Pat St) sections worked over multiple inches for texture and visual interest
• Shaping techniques including strategic decreases and increases for garment construction
• Edge finishing with chain-1 and single crochet applications for refined borders
• Marker placement for tracking pattern progress and identifying shaping points