Berroco Miskiana Blanket Crochet Pattern

Berroco Miskiana Shawl/Throw

What is Being Made

The Berroco Miskiana is a crocheted shawl and throw designed as a versatile accessory piece. With finished measurements of approximately 25 inches wide by 47 inches long, this intermediate-level project creates a rectangular wrap suitable for layering or draping. The design combines multiple yarn colors to create visual interest and dimension in the finished piece.

Craft and Construction Method

This project is created using the crochet technique and is worked flat in rows rather than in the round. The construction begins with a foundation chain, establishing the width of the piece, and progresses through row-by-row construction to build length. The pattern incorporates seaming techniques as part of the finishing process, though the main body is built as a single flat panel.

Stitches and Lace Techniques

The Miskiana features lace work as a primary design element, specifically utilizing an Arch Mesh Pattern throughout the project. Single crochet stitches form the foundation of the gauge at 17 single crochet stitches over 4 inches in width and 21 rows over 4 inches in height. The lace pattern creates an open, decorative mesh structure that defines the visual character of the shawl.

Color changes are strategically incorporated into the Arch Mesh Pattern using a specific technique: when transitioning colors across the pattern, the final stitch is worked until two loops remain on the hook, then the new color is introduced by yarning over and pulling through both loops. This method ensures clean color transitions without breaking the yarn.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Miskiana pattern calls for Berroco Weekend DK yarn in four coordinating colors:

• 3 Hanks in #2904 Pebble (designated as the main color or MC)
• 1 Hank in #2902 Vanilla (Color A)
• 1 Hank in #2964 Curry (Color B)
• 1 Hank in #2926 Clothesline (Color C)

Each hank of Berroco Weekend DK contains 100 grams of yarn. A 4.00 mm (size G) crochet hook is required, though the pattern notes that hook size may be adjusted as needed to obtain the specified gauge. Checking gauge before beginning is strongly recommended to ensure the finished piece meets the intended dimensions.

Skill Level and Pattern Structure

This pattern is rated as Intermediate skill level, making it suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond basic stitches. The pattern involves managing multiple colors, working lace patterns with precision, and understanding color-change techniques within pattern repeats. The structured approach of working specific pattern rows and color sequences requires attention to detail and pattern reading ability.