Berroco Claral Accessory Knitting Pattern

Berroco Claral Knitting Pattern Collection

Berroco Claral is a beginner-friendly knitting pattern collection designed by Åsa Buchta that features three coordinating accessories: a scarf, cowl, and hat. This downloadable PDF pattern uses the Berroco Remix Chunky yarn to create textured, wearable pieces suitable for knitters new to the craft.

Scarf

The Claral scarf is a classic rectangular accessory measuring approximately 8¾ inches wide by 62 inches long. This project uses 3 balls of Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in the Buttercup colorway (#9922) and requires two sets of straight knitting needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm).

Construction and Techniques: The scarf is worked flat using the Mistake Rib stitch pattern, a beginner-appropriate technique that creates visual interest through a simple combination of knit and purl stitches. The Mistake Rib pattern worked flat uses a multiple of 4 stitches plus 3, alternating between rows of knit 3 and purl 1 stitches with offset placement on alternating rows. This creates a subtle, textured fabric that looks intentional despite its simple construction.

Materials: Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in Buttercup, straight needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm).

Cowl

The Claral cowl is a neck accessory measuring approximately 25 inches around and 14 inches high. This project requires 2 balls of Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in the Old Jeans colorway (#9927) and 24-inch circular needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm), plus one stitch marker.

Construction and Techniques: The cowl is worked in the round using the Mistake Rib stitch pattern adapted for circular knitting. When worked in the round, the Mistake Rib uses a multiple of 4 stitches, with alternating rounds of knit 1, purl 3 and knit 2, purl 1, knit 1 sequences. This creates a consistent, reversible texture that works well for a cowl that will be viewed from all angles. The circular needle construction allows for seamless, continuous knitting.

Materials: Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in Old Jeans, 24-inch circular needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm), stitch marker.

Hat

The Claral hat is offered in three sizes with finished measurements of 16, 18, or 20 inches around and heights of 10½, 11, or 11½ inches respectively (with brim unfolded). This project requires 1, 2, or 2 balls of Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in the Patina colorway (#9933) depending on size selection.

Construction and Techniques: The hat is worked in the round using 16-inch circular needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm) for the main body, transitioning to a set of double-pointed needles in size 9 (5.5 mm) for the crown decreases. Like the other pieces in the collection, the hat features the Mistake Rib stitch pattern worked in the round. The three-size range accommodates different head sizes, and the hat includes a brim that can be left folded or unfolded for styling options.

Materials: Berroco Remix Chunky yarn in Patina, 16-inch circular needles in sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm), set of double-pointed needles in size 9 (5.5 mm), stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Stitch Pattern and Gauge Information

Mistake Rib Stitch: The Mistake Rib is the primary stitch pattern used throughout all three Claral accessories. This beginner-friendly stitch combines knit and purl stitches in a way that creates a textured, ribbed appearance. The pattern gets its name from the fact that it intentionally breaks the traditional rib structure, creating visual interest through what appears to be a mistake but is actually deliberate design. This stitch works equally well when worked flat for the scarf or in the round for the cowl and hat.

Gauge: The pattern specifies