Berroco Norah Gaughan Collection Vol. 16 Knitting Pattern

Berroco Norah Gaughan Collection Vol. 16

Collection Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern collection, designed by Norah Gaughan and published by Berroco, features eleven modern knit designs unified by a cohesive blue color palette. The collection is titled "Prime Meridian" and showcases contemporary garment construction techniques with interesting silhouettes that balance comfort with sophisticated design. All patterns are suitable for intermediate-level knitters.

Garments Included

• Greenland Sea – knit in Berroco Folio™
• Calpe – knit in Berroco Linus™
• El Verger – knit in Berroco Fuji™
• Peacehaven – knit in Berroco Maya∞
• Marboré – knit in Berroco Cosma™
• Togo – knit in Berroco Modern Cotton™
• Lake Volta – knit in Berroco Linus™
• Gavarnie – knit in Berroco Weekend∞ DK
• Tunstall – knit in Berroco Maya∞
• Queen Maud – knit in Berroco Fiora™
• Stidia – knit in Berroco Fiora™

Knitting Techniques and Construction

The patterns in this collection feature interesting constructions that include center-out and top-down approaches, offering knitters varied and engaging building methods. Many designs incorporate lace patterns, which are worked using chart-based instructions for precision and visual interest. The loose silhouettes throughout the collection are designed to be both comfortable and worldly in aesthetic.

Stitches Used

Patterns utilize stockinette stitch (knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side) as a foundational stitch. Lace patterns are a prominent feature across multiple designs, worked from detailed charts with yarn-overs creating openwork effects. Stitch markers are recommended for tracking pattern repeats and chart sections.

Gauge and Needles

Projects require US size 6 (4mm) and US size 7 (4.5mm) knitting needles, or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. Stockinette stitch gauge is 22 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches when measured on smaller needles with light steaming (not stretched). Lace pattern gauge is 18 stitches and 24 rows over the lace pattern when heavily blocked. Achieving proper gauge is essential for accurate finished garment dimensions.

Materials and Yarn

The collection features designs worked in premium Berroco yarns, each selected to complement the specific garment's aesthetic and drape. Yarn selections include Berroco Folio™, Berroco Linus™, Berroco Fuji™, Berroco Maya∞, Berroco Cosma™, Berroco Modern Cotton™, Berroco Weekend∞ DK, and Berroco Fiora™. Berroco recommends using the specific yarns called for in pattern instructions to ensure proper gauge, drape, and finished appearance.

Pattern Support and Resources

This is a downloadable PDF pattern collection. Pattern corrections and updates are available on the Berroco website. The patterns have been carefully reviewed for accuracy and completeness, though individual knitter variations and typographical errors may occasionally occur.