Berroco Portfolio Vol. 2 Knitting Pattern

Berroco Portfolio Vol. 2: Knitting Pattern Collection

Berroco Portfolio Volume 2 is a comprehensive downloadable PDF knitting pattern collection featuring 14 original designs created through collaboration between the Berroco Design Team and independent knitwear designers. This collection celebrates two of Berroco's legacy yarn lines: Berroco Vintage and Berroco Ultra Alpaca, offering knitters innovative and timeless wardrobe pieces suitable for various skill levels and preferences.

Garments and Designs Included

• Mended Pullover by Beatrice Perron Dahlen – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca
• Brooklin Vest by Elizabeth Smith – knit in Berroco Vintage Chunky
• Dagny Cowl by Cecily Glowik MacDonald – knit in Berroco Vintage
• Anahata Mittens by Misa Erder – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light
• Anahata Hat by Misa Erder – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light
• Arcadia by Melissa LaBarre – knit in Berroco Vintage
• Marguerite by Beatrice Perron Dahlen – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca
• Diné by Michele Wang – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky
• Addilyn by Elizabeth Smith – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky Tonal
• Four Winds by Melissa LaBarre – knit in Berroco Vintage Chunky
• Evie by Martha Wissing – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca and Ultra Alpaca Tonal
• Korina by Cecily Glowik MacDonald – knit in Berroco Vintage
• Teeter Totter by Julia Farwell-Clay – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine
• Hoehne by Courtney Spainhower – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca
• Wood & Steel by Alicia Plummer – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky
• Greenwood by Martha Wissing – knit in Berroco Ultra Alpaca

Yarn Materials and Substitution Options

This pattern collection features yarns from six Ultra Alpaca lines and three Vintage yarn lines. The designs utilize Berroco Ultra Alpaca, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Chunky Tonal, Berroco Ultra Alpaca Tonal, Berroco Vintage, and Berroco Vintage Chunky yarns. In most cases, these yarns can be substituted for one another, creating endless possibilities for knitters to customize their projects with different color options and yarn weights while maintaining garment integrity.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

The designs in Berroco Portfolio Volume 2 showcase diverse knitting techniques appropriate for various experience levels. Projects range from accessories such as mittens, hats, and cowls to wearable garments including pullovers, vests, and other wardrobe essentials. The collection emphasizes both contemporary design aesthetics and timeless construction methods, allowing knitters to explore innovative approaches to traditional garment shaping and finishing.

Designer Collaboration and Pattern Development

Each pattern in this collection represents the creative vision of accomplished independent knitwear designers working with Berroco's premium yarn offerings. The downloadable PDF format provides complete pattern instructions, stitch definitions, and guidance for successful project completion, making these designs accessible to knitters seeking professionally developed patterns with designer credentials.