Berroco Mixer Crochet Pattern

Berroco Mixer Yarn Collection

About Berroco Mixer Yarn

Berroco Mixer is a fine, lightweight yarn composed of 33% cotton, 33% polyester, 28% viscose, and 6% nylon. Each skein contains 165 yards and weighs 1.75 ounces (50 grams). The yarn is engineered to create a beautiful devoré fabric with excellent drape, making it ideal for garments that require fluid, elegant movement. The fiber blend fuses soft, lightweight materials together to produce a versatile yarn suitable for both knitting and crochet projects.

Yarn Specifications and Care

Berroco Mixer works at a gauge of 5.5 stitches per inch on US 7 (4.5 mm) needles or hooks. The recommended gauge for stockinette stitch is 22 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters). When working with Mixer, crafters should note that gauge may vary depending on which section of the yarn is being used. For best results, always check gauge before beginning a project. Finished garments made from Berroco Mixer are machine washable and should be laid flat to dry to maintain their shape and drape.

Knit Designs in Berroco Mixer

The collection features five knit garments that showcase the yarn's versatility and beautiful drape:

• Aretha – A knit design that demonstrates the yarn's fluid characteristics
• Papara – A knit pattern created in Fuji colorway
• Thelma – A knit garment highlighting Mixer's lightweight properties
• Diana – A knit design showcasing the yarn's elegant drape
• Nina – A knit creation featuring the soft, fanciful qualities of Mixer

Crochet Design in Berroco Mixer

Dionne is a crocheted garment worked in Berroco Mixer, demonstrating that this yarn performs beautifully with both knitting and crochet techniques.

Knitting Techniques Used

Patterns in this collection employ several fundamental knitting techniques. Yarn overs (yo) are used to create decorative increases and lace elements throughout various designs. Slip stitches (sl) are incorporated for shaping and stitch manipulation. The 3-needle bind off technique is used to join shoulders, creating strong, professional seams. Garter stitch serves as a foundational stitch, with an overall gauge of 22 stitches and 38 rows equaling 4 inches. Knit through the back loop (TBL) is employed in bind-off rows to create a polished edge. Increases are worked systematically using yarn overs positioned before and after stitch markers to maintain symmetry and shaping throughout the garment.

Finishing Techniques

Finishing details add elegance to these designs. Fringe is incorporated into at least one pattern, created by cutting strands of yarn (typically 13 inches long), folding them in half, and drawing them through the fabric using a crochet hook. Sleeves are constructed using specific shaping methods that work in conjunction with the body of the garment. When casting on with Mixer, crafters are advised to use a thicker section of yarn to make the following row easier to work, accommodating the yarn's unique texture and composition.

Materials Required

Projects in this collection require Berroco Mixer yarn in the specified colorways, US 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles or crochet hooks, and a crochet hook for finishing details such as fringe application. Stitch markers are essential for tracking increases and maintaining pattern symmetry. The specific yardage and needle sizes for individual garments are provided within each pattern instruction.